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What’s the difference between Android’s Qi2 And Qi2.2 wireless charging?
Google’s Pixel 11 range and other upcoming Android phones are adopting Qi2 25W, an upgraded version of the Qi2 wireless charging standard also known as Qi2.2. The change matters because it significantly boosts charging speed and reduces heat build-up compared with the original Qi2 spec, addressing two of the main drawbacks of wireless charging versus…
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The Best Digital Wall Calendar (2026): Skylight, Everblog, Apolosign
WIRED’s 2026 guide to digital wall calendars explains why these devices, which sync with online calendars such as Google, Apple or Microsoft, have grown in popularity as replacements for paper calendars and traditional smart displays. They project a household’s schedule onto a wall-mounted or countertop screen that updates automatically, eliminating problems like illegible handwriting or…
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Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Neo: A Surprising Upset
The Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Neo are both premium-feeling laptops with only 8 GB of RAM. Which $700 laptop is the better buy?
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Framework gave its 12-inch laptop some hardware upgrades
Framework has refreshed its 12-inch convertible laptop with Intel’s newer Core Series 3 chips, expanded customisation options and, for the first time, a pre-built configuration running Linux instead of Windows. The update matters because it lowers the entry price and reflects Framework’s efforts to better serve its user base, given that the company says almost…
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Framework’s cheapest laptop just got a major spec bump
Framework has updated its entry-level Laptop 12, giving its cheapest and most compact model a substantial hardware refresh. The revamped machine now runs Intel’s latest Core Series 3 chips, bringing efficiency gains previously seen on the higher-end Laptop 13 Pro, along with optional extras such as a backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader, addressing key criticisms…
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How to check your iPhone’s battery health and cycle count
Apple builds tools into iPhones that let owners check battery health and, on newer models, cycle count, giving a clear picture of how much a battery has degraded. This matters both for existing owners deciding whether a battery needs replacing and for anyone buying a used iPhone, since a heavily cycled or degraded battery can…
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Spotify’s Running Mode is now available on Android
Spotify has expanded its AI-powered Running Mode feature to Android devices, having previously launched it on iOS in late July 2026. The feature generates playlists tailored to a user’s run and forms part of Spotify’s broader push into fitness content, building on an earlier running experiment the company trialled back in 2018. Android users can…
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No charger, no problem: The best ways to charge your phone away from an outlet
The article offers practical advice on keeping a smartphone charged when a wall outlet or the standard charger isn’t available, noting this is an increasingly common scenario given heavy phone use for navigation, photos and entertainment. It recommends carrying a portable power bank as the most reliable solution, highlighting that modern models are far smaller…
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Whoop’s Advanced Labs health screenings will no longer require a subscription
Whoop has removed the subscription requirement for its Advanced Labs blood testing service, opening up health screenings to any user of its screenless fitness wearable rather than just paying members. The move comes as the market for screenless fitness trackers grows more competitive, with rivals such as Garmin and Google Fitbit launching similar products, suggesting…
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Here’s why you should think twice before storing your electronics in the garage
Storing electronics such as TVs, laptops or games consoles in the garage may seem convenient, but it can gradually damage them, according to Engadget. Most garages in the US lack climate control by design, partly because building codes discourage linking garage ductwork to home heating and cooling systems for carbon monoxide safety reasons, leaving these…