Gadgets 14 October 2025 - 28 November 2025

Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags
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Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite outperformed Apple’s M5 in early multi-core and real-world benchmarks, including Cinebench and Blender, according to tests on pre-production Asus laptops. Apple’s M5 kept a single-core lead and outpaced the X2 Elite in gaming stability, while battery life remains untested. Reviewers used early firmware and drivers, with first X2 Elite laptops expected in February and March.
February 10, 2026
iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air vs 17 Pro Max: How Apple’s 2025 Lineup and Black Friday Deals Are Changing Upgrade Rules
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iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air vs 17 Pro Max: How Apple’s 2025 Lineup and Black Friday Deals Are Changing Upgrade Rules

Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup, launched in September 2025, is driving record sales and shifting upgrade patterns, according to market data. The range includes four models, all starting at 256GB, with prices from $799 to $1,199. The iPhone Air debuts as a mid-tier option, while Pro models feature upgraded chips and cameras. Aggressive Black Friday deals are fueling demand.
November 28, 2025
OLED iPad mini 8: Q3 2026 Release Window, Samsung Display Deal and 4 Big Upgrades Revealed
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OLED iPad mini 8: Q3 2026 Release Window, Samsung Display Deal and 4 Big Upgrades Revealed

Apple’s iPad mini 8 with an 8.4-inch Samsung OLED display is now expected no earlier than Q3 2026, according to multiple supply chain and industry reports. Samsung will begin mass production of the panels in July 2026, targeting around 3 million units in the first year. The device is also rumored to feature an A19 Pro chip and water resistance, with a likely price increase.
November 26, 2025
Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch
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Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch

Sidephone opened US pre-orders for its SP-01 modular keypad phone at $249, with shipping set for January 2026. The device features a swappable magnetic keypad, 2.8-inch touchscreen, and runs a stripped-down Android OS. The first 1,000 units are reserved for early wait-list signups. Price is expected to rise to $299 after launch.
November 21, 2025
Google’s New ‘Device health & support’ Dashboard Rolls Out to Older Pixel Phones
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Google’s New ‘Device health & support’ Dashboard Rolls Out to Older Pixel Phones

Google will expand its Device health & support dashboard to Pixel 6 through Pixel 9 models with the November 2025 Feature Drop. The dashboard replaces “Tips & support” in Settings, adding battery capacity, cycle counts, manufacturing dates, temperature, storage, and charging diagnostics. Some users may see only partial features until all updates are installed. The dashboard first launched on Pixel 10 devices.
November 20, 2025
Technology News 20.11.2025
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Technology News 20.11.2025

Apple’s AirTags four-pack dropped to a record low of $65 ahead of Black Friday, with single tags at $18. Google expanded its Device health & support dashboard to Pixel 6-9 phones in the November 2025 Feature Drop. Samsung cut the Galaxy S25 Ultra price in the UK to £849 with PayPal and trade-in during its Black Friday sale.
November 20, 2025
Today’s Best Anker MagSafe Charger Deals for Black Friday 2025 (Updated November 18)
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Today’s Best Anker MagSafe Charger Deals for Black Friday 2025 (Updated November 18)

Amazon’s Black Friday sale and Anker’s early event have pushed MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charger prices as low as $9, with Anker offering up to 48% off through November 20. Major tech outlets report deals on 3-in-1 charging stations for $70 and portable power banks for $27. Amazon’s Black Friday promotion runs through December 1. Prices and stock are changing rapidly.
November 18, 2025
Technology News 18.11.2025
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Technology News 18.11.2025

Wall Street fell Tuesday, with Nvidia dropping 2.9% and the S&P 500 down 1.3% as AI-fueled volatility hit stocks and Bitcoin briefly slipped below $90,000. A meta-analysis found smartwatches detect A-fib with high accuracy, but false positives could strain healthcare. An amateur astronomer reported disruptive radio signals from SpaceX Starshield satellites. Microsoft’s first Windows 10 ESU patch failed for some users.
November 18, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus leak reveals new camera island, while S26 Ultra rumors outline 9 big wins over iPhone 17 Pro Max — what’s new today (Nov. 11, 2025)
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus leak reveals new camera island, while S26 Ultra rumors outline 9 big wins over iPhone 17 Pro Max — what’s new today (Nov. 11, 2025)

Leaked renders show the Galaxy S26 Plus with a pill-shaped camera island, 6.7-inch flat LTPO AMOLED display, and Qi2 wireless charging magnets. The phone measures about 158.4 × 75.7 × 7.35 mm and is expected to use Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 or Exynos 2600 chips, depending on region. Samsung will reportedly launch the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra in early 2026, dropping previous Edge/Pro variants.
November 11, 2025
This 6-Pound iPhone Case Is Going Viral — And It Might Finally Curb Your Phone Addiction
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This 6-Pound iPhone Case Is Going Viral — And It Might Finally Curb Your Phone Addiction

A 6-pound solid-steel iPhone case, inspired by 1980s “brick” phones, has gone viral, with one Instagram video drawing 430,000 likes in 10 days. Designed by neuroscientist Logan Ivey to curb screen time, the case can only be removed with an Allen wrench and costs about $209 via Kickstarter. Users report their phone use drops sharply due to the case’s weight. The campaign has raised $13,500 from 87 backers so far.
October 25, 2025
Xiaomi Unleashes Redmi K90 Pro Max: 7,560mAh Battery, Bose Audio – and a Memory Chip Crisis
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Xiaomi Unleashes Redmi K90 Pro Max: 7,560mAh Battery, Bose Audio – and a Memory Chip Crisis

Xiaomi launched the Redmi K90 series in China on Oct. 23, 2025, with the K90 Pro Max starting at ¥3,999 ($555) for 12GB/256GB. The K90 Pro Max features a 6.9″ 2K AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, triple 50MP rear cameras, and a 7,560 mAh battery. A Lamborghini-branded “Champion” edition costs ¥5,499 ($764). Xiaomi cited rising memory chip costs for higher prices and announced a ¥300 discount on the 12+512GB K90.
October 24, 2025
Shock as Orange iPhone 17 Pro Turns Pink – Experts Reveal Why
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Shock as Orange iPhone 17 Pro Turns Pink – Experts Reveal Why

Some owners of Apple’s new Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max report the aluminum frame fading to pink, while the glass back remains orange, according to posts on Reddit and TikTok. Analysts blame hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners for damaging the anodized finish. Apple’s support page warns against such chemicals. Apple has quietly replaced some affected units under warranty but has not issued a public statement.
October 23, 2025
Samsung Galaxy XR: AI-Powered Mixed Reality Headset Launched at $1,799 – Half the Price of Apple’s Vision Pro
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Samsung Galaxy XR: AI-Powered Mixed Reality Headset Launched at $1,799 – Half the Price of Apple’s Vision Pro

Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset launched in the US on Oct. 21, 2025, priced at $1,799. The device runs Google’s new Android XR OS with Gemini AI, features dual 4K micro-OLED displays, and weighs 545g. No handheld controllers are included; users navigate via hand, eye, and voice. Early buyers receive a bundle with Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and other subscriptions.
October 22, 2025
OnePlus 15 teased: Mammoth 7,300mAh battery & 120W charging, Oct 27 launch & new purple color
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OnePlus 15 teased: Mammoth 7,300mAh battery & 120W charging, Oct 27 launch & new purple color

OnePlus has confirmed the OnePlus 15 will feature a 7,300 mAh “Glacier Battery,” a major jump from previous models, plus 120W wired and 50W wireless charging. The phone uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and a 6.78-inch 165 Hz OLED display. Launch is set for October 27, 2025 in China, with a global release expected mid-November. Three color options include Sand, Absolute Black, and a new purple finish.
October 21, 2025
Samsung AXES Galaxy S26 Edge as ‘Plus’ Model Returns to Lineup
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Samsung AXES Galaxy S26 Edge as ‘Plus’ Model Returns to Lineup

Samsung has canceled the Galaxy S26 Edge after poor sales of the S25 Edge, which sold just 1.31 million units by August compared to over 12 million S25 Ultras. The S26 lineup will now include only the base, Plus, and Ultra models. IMEI database entries show the S26 Plus is back in development. Leaks and analyst reports confirm Samsung has ended the Edge line and reverted to its traditional three-tier structure.
October 18, 2025
Honor’s ‘Robot Phone’ Concept Puts a Wall‑E‑Like AI Camera in Your Pocket
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Honor’s ‘Robot Phone’ Concept Puts a Wall‑E‑Like AI Camera in Your Pocket

Honor unveiled a “Robot Phone” concept featuring a fold-out, gimbal-mounted camera arm that swivels autonomously. The device, teased in a CGI video, shows the camera moving and reacting with lifelike motions. Honor calls it an AI “emotional companion” and plans a full reveal at Mobile World Congress 2026. The project is part of a $10 billion AI investment strategy.
October 16, 2025
Xiaomi’s 7,500 mAh Battery Shocker: iPhone 17 Pro Max Nearly Matches Xiaomi 17 Pro Max in Test
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Xiaomi’s 7,500 mAh Battery Shocker: iPhone 17 Pro Max Nearly Matches Xiaomi 17 Pro Max in Test

Xiaomi’s 17 Pro Max, equipped with a 7,500 mAh battery, lasted just five minutes longer than Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max in a battery drain test, despite the iPhone’s battery being about 36% smaller. Both phones shut down after roughly 13.5 hours of heavy use. The Xiaomi is lighter than the iPhone and priced lower, starting at $820 in China compared to the iPhone’s $999 US launch price.
October 15, 2025
Apple Teases M5 MacBook Pro – M5-Powered iPad Pro and Vision Pro Also Expected Soon
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Apple Teases M5 MacBook Pro – M5-Powered iPad Pro and Vision Pro Also Expected Soon

Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak teased a new MacBook Pro with an M5 chip in a video posted Monday. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports Apple will announce multiple M5-powered devices this week, including a 14-inch MacBook Pro, new iPad Pro models, and an updated Vision Pro headset, via press releases rather than a live event. Early leaks show the M5 chip delivers a 12% CPU and 36% GPU boost over the M4.
October 14, 2025
Vivo X300 Pro Launch: 200MP Zoom Phone with 17-Stop HDR & 1600mm Super Zoom Revealed
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Vivo X300 Pro Launch: 200MP Zoom Phone with 17-Stop HDR & 1600mm Super Zoom Revealed

Vivo unveiled the X300 and X300 Pro in China on Oct. 13, 2025, debuting MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chip and Zeiss-tuned cameras. The X300 Pro features a 50 MP Sony LYT‑828 main sensor, 200 MP Samsung periscope telephoto, and supports a detachable tele-extender lens kit. Batteries measure 6,040 mAh (X300) and 6,510 mAh (Pro). Prices start at ¥4,399 (~$620) in China; global rollout details pending.
October 14, 2025
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