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What Android looked like in 2008 vs. today
Engadget marks the anniversary of Android’s launch by comparing the original HTC Dream (T-Mobile G1) from 2008 with the operating system today, tracing how a hurried, underdog product became the world’s most widely used mobile OS. Android was born out of urgency: Google, having bought Andy Rubin’s fledgling software venture in 2005 for $50 million,…
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How to cancel your Whoop membership (and why you may want to)
Whoop users looking to cut recurring costs can cancel their membership fairly easily via the brand’s web app, a step made more appealing now that the company’s Advanced Labs blood-testing screenings no longer require a subscription. Unlike rival wearables such as the Oura Ring, which retain some free functionality, a Whoop band becomes largely useless…
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IFA 2026: the biggest tech and gadget announcements
The Verge is previewing IFA 2026, Europe’s largest consumer technology trade show, which takes place in Berlin from 4 to 8 September. The event draws over 200,000 attendees and sees major manufacturers showcase new products spanning home appliances, smartphones and smart home devices, making it one of the tech industry’s key annual showcases. Most significant…
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Dyson CameraJet toothbrush launches in UK for £419.99
Dyson has launched a £419.99 electric toothbrush in the UK featuring a built-in camera and mouthwash jets, marking the vacuum cleaner maker’s move into oral hygiene. Unveiled by founder James Dyson in Paris, the CameraJet took six years and 661 engineers to develop, and uses a tiny camera to detect gaps between teeth so it…
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Tim Cook’s Apple tenure assessed as John Ternus takes over
The Verge’s retrospective on Tim Cook’s 15-year tenure as Apple chief executive, published as hardware chief John Ternus formally succeeds him, weighs Cook’s successes against his shortcomings after he took over from co-founder Steve Jobs in 2011. It credits Cook with diversifying Apple well beyond the iPhone, which then accounted for half of company revenue,…
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3 Best Sleep Tracker Picks for Optimizing Your Sleep (2026)
Wired has updated its guide to the best sleep trackers for 2026, recommending three top picks after testing a range of wearable and non-wearable devices. The update reflects both the growing sophistication of sleep-tracking technology and a note of caution from the reviewer, who warns that increasingly advanced tools risk becoming prescriptive rather than supportive,…
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Dyson’s CameraJet is a $500 three-in-one toothbrush that scans your maw
Dyson has unveiled the CameraJet, a $500 electric toothbrush that combines brushing, flossing and rinsing into a single device fitted with a built-in camera. The launch marks the company’s latest foray into an unexpected product category, following its expansion into headphones and wearable air purifiers, and reflects Dyson’s attempt to apply its engineering expertise in…
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Samsung’s new Galaxy Book 6 model is a budget-friendly $799 laptop
Samsung has added a cheaper model to its Galaxy Book 6 laptop range, priced from $799, positioning it as a more affordable Windows rival to devices like the MacBook Neo. It broadens a lineup that previously started above $1,000, giving budget-conscious buyers access to Samsung’s latest laptop hardware and software features without the premium price…
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Apple’s Tim Cook steps down, Meta accused of dodging accountability
TalkFuse briefing: Tim Cook hands Apple’s reins to John Ternus, while the Guardian says Meta escaped too lightly after its $18bn child-safety settlement; also, D4vd’s legal team quits his murder trial, Rush extend their comeback tour, and Ed Sheeran crew injured in Detroit.
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How to make sure your Android phone is secure
Engadget has published a guide on how to keep an Android phone secure and private, noting that scams and malware are becoming more sophisticated as criminals increasingly use AI tools such as voice-cloning deepfakes. The guide points out that Android already includes numerous built-in tools, from software update checks to AI-powered scam detection, that users…