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How to adjust the audio settings for your AirPods (and why you should)
AirPods work fine out of the box, but Apple offers several customisation options that can improve the listening experience, and users may not realise how much control they have. On AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro models, pressing and holding the stem switches between listening modes, which can explain unexpected changes in sound if triggered accidentally,…
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Apple prototyped a stylus for the foldable iPhone that we may never see
Apple has internally prototyped a stylus designed for its upcoming foldable iPhone, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, but is unlikely to release it alongside the device’s launch. The revelation matters because a stylus would set the foldable iPhone apart from existing iPhone models, yet practical design problems appear to be holding Apple back from bringing…
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Is 4K just marketing? Here’s where the name really came from
The term “4K” for televisions and displays sounds like a marketing invention, but it has a genuine technical basis rooted in the film industry rather than consumer electronics. Unlike earlier resolution names such as 480p, 720p and 1080p, which describe vertical pixel count, “4K” refers to a horizontal pixel count of roughly 4,000, a naming…
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Things to know before using your MacBook outside
Apple has issued detailed guidance on the temperature, light and moisture conditions its MacBook laptops can safely tolerate, which is a useful reminder as more people work or browse on patios and other outdoor spaces during warm weather. Heat and direct sunlight can degrade both the machine’s performance and its screen’s usability, while damp conditions…
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Improve your Android Auto experience by doing these simple things
This how-to guide from Engadget outlines several lesser-known Android Auto settings that drivers can adjust to make the platform less cluttered, safer and more personalised. It notes that most people only ever use the default configuration, missing features that could reduce distractions and better suit their habits, which matters given how widely the software is…
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Multiple developers report equipment stolen from their Gamescom booths
Several exhibitors at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne have reported laptops and other equipment stolen from their booths overnight, with indie developer Ryan Laley saying the theft has effectively cut his show short. Laley, showing his game Mimic, said thieves took only laptops and left chargers behind, and that he had filed reports with Gamescom’s management,…
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Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored
A wave of new “screen-free” wearables — including the Garmin Cirqa, Google Fitbit Air, Polar Loop, Amazfit Helio Strap and the long-running Whoop bands — is deliberately stripping away displays and notifications, betting that consumers want devices that demand less attention rather than more. This marks a reversal from the smartwatch trend of the past…
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Check cable, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for Android Auto connection faults
Engadget has published a troubleshooting guide for Android Auto users whose phones fail to connect properly to their car’s infotainment screen, a common issue given how widely the platform is used to access maps, messages and other apps while driving. The piece emphasises that most faults stem from the connection between phone and vehicle rather…
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MVNOs can cut mobile bills below major carrier prices
The article, from Engadget’s tech-tips section, explains why consumers looking to cut mobile phone costs should consider mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) instead of the major US carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon). Standard postpaid plans from the big three often cost $50-$100 a month, partly because customers need pricier tiers to access “free phone” deals…
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Why does your Kindle even have Bluetooth?
Kindle e-readers made from 2016 onwards include Bluetooth connectivity, a feature many users overlook since most Kindle functions—downloading books, syncing progress, browsing Wikipedia—rely on Wi-Fi or a wired connection instead. The main purpose of Bluetooth on a Kindle is to pair with wireless headphones or speakers, since Amazon’s newer e-readers lack built-in speakers or headphone…