If one is a frequent traveler, whether for business, education, or tourism, then the smartphone is not just an instrument for calling and messaging. It is your GPS, your entertainment center, your translator, your camera, and last but not least, your gateway to the world. That is why it is very important to decide on
SAN FRANCISCO - Foldable phones have come a long way since Samsung's original Galaxy Z Fold debuted in 2019. Last year's $1,800 Galaxy Z Fold 3 and $1,000 Galaxy Z Flip 3 are the most polished versions of the company's foldable devices yet, with improvements to their software and cover screens. But there's a lot that Samsung could do
DETROIT - Whether at home, at the office, in a restaurant, or on the road, smart technology is virtually everywhere we go today. You probably check your smartphone for the weather report or to find new recipes, or perhaps you use a tablet to read your favorite books. Many homeowners have smart speakers that can
DETROIT - Starting next year, consumers will be able to buy smart home devices — like thermostats, lighting systems and kitchen appliances — that can talk to one another through a new connectivity standard called Matter. Why it matters: Interoperability of home devices has long been a distant dream, but big boys like Amazon, Google and
TROY—A balky transmission? Poor fit and finish? Nope. The automotive quality analysis firm J.D. Power’s latest U.S. Initial Quality Study found that smartphone connections are now the No. 1 quality complaint with new cars. Overall, new vehicle quality improved 2% from 2020 to 2021, the survey found. This is slightly lower than the average
SAN FRANCISCO - While you’re busy checking out the best time-saving features on iPhone, don’t leave your Android phone behind. After all, productivity features have been around on Android for a lot longer and over time, it’s only added more features that make common tasks much faster. If you use an Android, here are 10
SAN FRANCISCO - Samsung's ready to update its foldable devices. The company on Tuesday said it will host a virtual Unpacked event on Aug. 11, where it's expected to show off less expensive foldables that aim to move the devices beyond niche products. The company sent invites to reporters, saying its virtual keynote will take
SAN FRANCISCO - An iPhone hacking team has released a new jailbreak tool for almost every iPhone, including the most recent models, by using the same vulnerability that Apple last month said was under active attack by hackers. The Unc0ver team released its latest jailbreak this weekend, and says it works on iOS 11 (iPhone 5s and
CUPERTINO, CA. - Apple has set the date for its latest iPhone's debut. The new device, rumored to be called the iPhone 12, is expected to include superfast 5G wireless connectivity and a new, iPad-inspired design, and it will be unveiled on Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. BST). There's no official word yet on price or
ANN ARBOR – Global public health organization NSF International launched a new program to help businesses, schools and cultural institutions take the necessary steps to reopen and stay open while minimizing coronavirus risk for customers, guests and employees. NSF’s new Checked by NSF™ program includes a wide variety of services – from a smart phone
