This was a busy week in the technology world, with the release of the Google Pixel 9a (for real this time), many tariff-induced pricing changes, more Plex updates, new speakers from Sony, and much more. Here are the biggest stories you might have missed.
The Big News
The Google Pixel 9a Is Finally Available, With Some Good Deals
After a short wait and a bit of confusion, the all-new Google Pixel 9a is finally available starting today in the U.S. from major carriers and the Google Store. If you’ve been eying this neat little phone, here are the best Pixel 9a deals from Google, AT&T, Verizon, and more. Continue reading…
Plex Is Fixing Its Unpopular New Mobile Apps
Plex’s new mobile apps for iPhone, iPad, and Android have more than a few problems. Thankfully, the company is working on fixing many of the reported issues, and one update has already been released to fix some bugs. Continue reading…
It’s Time to Replace Your Galaxy S20 or Galaxy S20 Ultra
Right on time, just as Samsung starts its big Android 15 update for multiple phones, the company has ended software support for the Galaxy S20 series. Originally launched in March 2020, the Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra were only guaranteed four years of updates and will not receive any moving forward. Continue reading…
Microsoft’s Next Windows API Change Will Break Some Apps
Microsoft has deprecated the UWP Map control API in Windows. Windows applications using that feature to embed Bing maps will stop receiving updated maps, and they will eventually stop working entirely. Microsoft’s own Maps app might also shut down. Continue reading…
T-Mobile Introduces a Sneaky Price Hike for Some Customers
T-Mobile customers with Essentials, Simple Choice, or prepaid plans will pay an extra $0.50 per voice line (or $0.20 per data-only line) after April 23rd. This price increase does not affect customers with Go5G, ONE, or Magenta plans. Continue reading…
Huge WhatsApp Update Arrives With 12 New Features
WhatsApp, one of the most popular messaging apps outside the United States, just announced a comprehensive new update packed with features and improvements. The company is rolling out a dozen new features to improve conversations, group chats, channels, and more. Continue reading…
The 34-Year-Old AmigaOS 3 Just Got a Surprise Update
Hyperion Entertainment just released the third-ever update for AmigaOS 3.2. This update, available to registered customers, introduces a mess of bugfixes and cosmetic improvements for compatible systems. Continue reading…
Tariffs Just Made The OnePlus Watch 3 More Expensive
The rapidly-changing trade tariffs enforced by the United States are causing prices to wildly fluctuate. The OnePlus Watch 3, which already had a delayed release due to a manufacturing defect, is unfortunuately the next tech product to get a significant price increase. Continue reading…
Sony’s New ULT Speakers Are Built for Parties
Sony makes some of the best speakers and headphones around, and now the company has revealed a few more speakers in its ‘ULT’ lineup of party speakers. Continue reading…
PNY’s Latest microSD Cards Are Ultra-Tough
I’m sure you haven’t thought a lot about it, but microSD cards, like all other tech, do degrade. They start losing their functionality after years and several write cycles. If you don’t want to have to worry about that, PNY has some ultra-tough cards that will keep working amazingly for years and years on end. Continue reading…
The Creators of Flipper Zero Want to Boost Your Productivity With a New Gadget
Not a lot of you might own a Flipper Zero, but you’re probably very much aware of all the crazy, hacky stuff one of these devices can do. The creators of the Flipper Zero have just announced a new product, and while it might not be as hacky as the Flipper Zero is, it’s still pretty neat. Continue reading…
Proton Mail Is Getting Some of Gmail’s Best Features
If you’re a fan of Proton’s popular Mail and Calendar apps, we have some good news. This week, the Swiss company revealed that Proton Mail is about to get its biggest overhaul yet, full of features we’ve come to expect from Gmail, along with all-new apps for Android and iOS. Continue reading…
Microsoft 365 Service Outage Locks Family Subscribers Out of Office Apps
A global service outage has temporarily severed Microsoft 365 Family subscribers from the Office suite. Microsoft is aware of the issue, but it may take a few hours for the company to push a fix. Continue reading…
The OnePlus 13 Is the First Non-Pixel to Preview Android 16 (But You Shouldn’t Install It)
If you’re a proud owner of a OnePlus 13, there’s some good news and bad news for you. You’re getting a sneak peek at Android 16 before almost everyone else, but there are some pretty major red flags you need to know. Continue reading…
The Pixel Watch 3 Is Finally Getting Its “Loss of Pulse” Update
Last year, when Google announced the Pixel Watch 3, not all of its features were immediately available. The company was still waiting for the FDA approval for Loss of Pulse Detection. Last month, that was taken care of, and the feature is being enabled through an update now. Continue reading…
The Piranha Plant Switch 2 Camera Kinda Stinks, Actually
The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 is accompanied by a bunch of new console-enhancing accessories. However, while new games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza are almost guaranteed to be a hit, one accessory in particular might be a letdown—the Hori Piranha Plant Camera. Continue reading…
Google Messages Adds Unsubscribe Button for Spam
Getting too many unwanted text messages has always been annoying for smartphone users. However, Google is now working on a straightforward fix to this ongoing problem with a special “Unsubscribe” button. Continue reading…
macOS Gaming Takes a Hit as Whisky Development Ends
Whisky is no longer actively maintained. The popular Wine frontend, which served as a free alternative to CrossOver, made it easier to run Windows games and applications on macOS. Continue reading…
The Latest Smart SUV Packs More Power Than a BMW M3, but American Roads Won’t See It
Smart has just revealed its most powerful model to date, and it’s a bold statement in electric performance. The new Smart #5 Brabus made its world debut as the brand’s flagship electric SUV, and it’s anything but ordinary. Continue reading…
Kia Confirms New Midsize Pickup Coming to America—and It’s Not the Tasman
When Kia first confirmed a new pickup for America, many speculated it wouldn’t be the Tasman. Some thought it might be a Kia-branded version of Hyundai’s collaboration with GM, or perhaps a Sportage-based truck like the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Continue reading…
Volts and Faults: The Story Behind BMW’s Recent Electrical Recall
Diagnosing and fixing automotive electrical problems can be incredibly difficult. Today’s vehicles are sophisticated machines with more software than many apps, more processors than a tech company, and more wiring than entire cities. Continue reading…
Digital notebook brand reMarkable will increase U.S. prices this May. “Increased costs,” presumably due to the revocation of de minimis tariff exemptions on May 2nd, are the reason for this price adjustment. Continue reading…
Samsung SmartThings Gets More Health and Matter Updates
Samsung has announced a big update to its SmartThings platform. The update adds some health with sleep, but also keeps Samsung up to date with Matter compatability. Continue reading…
Razer Pauses Laptop Sales in US as Tariffs Approach
Razer has temporarily stopped selling its laptops directly in the United States. This decision comes after the many tariffs that affect countries that make hardware. Continue reading…
The Windows 11 Start menu is a notable departure from everything Microsoft has done before. A lot of people got used to its unique layout, but many still resent Microsoft for hiding the app list away with several clicks. Now, it looks like the company is finally figuring out how to make it better. Continue reading…
FreeDOS 1.4 Has Arrived, Still Runs MS-DOS Games and Apps
FreeDOS, the free and open-source alternative to Microsoft DOS (MS-DOS), just released a new major update. It still has excellent compatibility with MS-DOS software, including Windows 3.1 and earlier, and many of the built-in packages have been updated with new features and fixes. Continue reading…
Google Rolls Out Update to Address Two Android Zero-Day Bugs
Your Android phone might be at risk. Security researchers have uncovered a couple of serious flaws that hackers have been actively exploiting. You’ll want to pay attention to this. Continue reading…
Razer’s Latest PC Accessory Isn’t (Just) for Gaming
Razer has revealed its own take on an adjustable laptop stand, ideal for turning any laptop into a desktop productivity station. Before you ask, there are no RGB lights. Continue reading…
The New Moto G Stylus Is Affordable, but Updates Make It a Tough Sell
Some of you might not remember, but the first-generation Motorola Moto X got Android 4.4 KitKat before the stock Android-powered Nexus 4 twelve years ago. Under Lenovo ownership, Motorola has strayed far from that. The Moto G Stylus 2025 is trying to make things better, but it still needs improvement. Continue reading…
Ford Faces Lawsuit in Canada Over Malfunctioning 10-Speed Gearbox in F-150
A lawsuit has been filed against Ford in Canada by Charney Lawyers, who claim “significant operational issues” with the 10-speed automatic gearbox in the F-150 pickup truck and other models. The class-action suit targets both the Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company of Canada. Continue reading…
Google NotebookLM Is Finally Getting an App
Personal opinion: NotebookLM is probably Google’s most useful AI product. You can feed it sources and use it as a useful and capable research/study tool. So it’s a shame, then, to see that it somehow doesn’t have an app—Google pays more attention to Gemini instead. Now, though, this is finally changing. Continue reading…
Mark Your Calendar: 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Set to Roar Into Production Next Month
Since its debut in July 2024, the highly anticipated Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has been flooded with orders. It’s no surprise, as buyers have eagerly awaited their chance to own this supercar slayer. Continue reading…
Fujifilm’s New Tiny Camera Is Amazing
Fujifilm has been a reknown name in the world of photography for a long while. Its range of Instax tiny cameras aren’t the very best in camera performance, but they’re really popular for capturing and printing out quick snaps and memories on the go. Now, the company has just announced its latest one, and it looks really cool. Continue reading…
The Switch 2’s Annoying Game-Key Cards Are Shareable, Thank Goodness
One of the more frustrating parts of the upcoming Switch 2 launch is the use of “game-key cards;” physical cartridges that do not contain full games. Thankfully, Nintendo confirms that these carts will not be locked to your account or console. They’re shareable and can be resold. Continue reading…
The Obnoxious “Free TV” Button Is Coming to All Future Google TV Remotes
Last year, Walmart launched a new Google TV streamer with a remote that had a big ‘ol “Free TV” button smack dab in the middle of it. Google has reportedly confirmed that all future Google TV devices will be required to have this button from now on. Continue reading…
Someone Got Windows Running on a Pixel Watch Because Why Not
Imagine glancing down at your wrist and seeing the familiar Windows logo. That’s the reality a determined PhD student has brought to life. Gustave Monce, a name you might recognize from his previous exploits, has successfully managed to boot Windows on a Pixel Watch 3. Because he could. Continue reading…
Copilot Is Hallucinating a Playable Version of Quake II
Microsoft is demonstrating its new WHAMM model with a real-time generative version of Quake II. You can play the AI-generated game in your browser, although it’s really just a proof of concept—it’s not very fun. Continue reading…
Raspberry Pi Made Its Own 45W USB-C Charger
Raspberry Pi now sells its own 45W UBS Type-C power supply, as the company’s latest push into hardware accessories. It will work perfectly with any Pi board that has a USB-C connector, but it also has enough power to fully charge smartphones, tablets, and many laptops. Continue reading…
Google Maps Is Cracking Down on Bad Reviews
When you find and read reviews on Google Maps, they should be accurate and trustworthy. In 2024, Google detailed a slew of exciting new features thanks to Gemini, its AI model, and now we’re learning how those tools are improving Google Maps reviews. Continue reading…
Samsung’s Big Android 15 Update Is Finally Rolling Out
After an unusually long wait, Samsung has finally started rolling out its official One UI 7 (based on Android 15) update for many of its devices, starting with the Galaxy S24 series. And while that’s great, and it’s arriving as promised on April 7th, it’s not all good news. Continue reading…
Cricket Will Let You Trade In Old Phones for Credit Toward Your Bill at Any Time
Got an old phone gathering dust in a drawer? You might be able to turn that forgotten tech into savings on your Cricket Wireless bill. The prepaid carrier is rolling out a new trade-in program, giving you the chance to exchange your used devices for credits applied directly to your service bill. Continue reading…
Copilot Is Finally Catching Up With Other Chatbots
Copilot was initially conceived as an AI component to Bing, but it has since evolved into a comprehensive AI present in pretty much every Microsoft product right now. And it’s now getting a bunch of improvements that will bring it a little more in line with both ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini—and bring Bing in line with Google, too, on that subject. Continue reading…
