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Honor Magic V6 review: sleek foldable phone lacking a bit of polish
The Honor Magic V6 is the latest version of the Chinese brand’s premium foldable phone-tablet, offering a slim, light alternative to Samsung’s foldables and now available in a new red suede-style finish with gold trim. It impresses with strong performance, long battery life and capable cameras, positioning it as a serious rival to top-end slab…
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Here’s our first look at Apple TV’s Neuromancer adaptation
Apple has unveiled the first teaser trailer for its television adaptation of William Gibson’s 1984 cyberpunk novel “Neuromancer”, confirming the series will premiere on 22 January 2027. The announcement was made at San Diego Comic-Con, marking a significant step for a long-gestating adaptation of one of science fiction’s most influential works, and continuing Apple’s recent…
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Why do phones still use battery when powered off?
Smartphone batteries continue to lose charge even when the device is fully powered off, according to Engadget, which explains why a phone left untouched for weeks or months is never at the same percentage it was when switched off. This matters because owners often assume powering down “freezes” the battery entirely, but a small drain…
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Android Auto has a developer menu you can access in seconds
Android Auto contains a hidden developer menu that most users never encounter, offering access to settings Google has not officially publicised. The feature is relevant to drivers who want more control over how their phone mirrors onto their car’s infotainment screen, including enabling apps not available through the Google Play Store and improving display quality…
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Resident Evil Director Knows RE2 Didn’t Have Snow or iPhones, But He ‘Took Liberties’ to Make the Movie Better
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger has addressed criticism over his upcoming film’s snowy setting and modern-day touches like iPhones, which depart from the source material’s late-1990s, rainy Raccoon City setting. Speaking at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 following the release of a new trailer, Cregger explained that he deliberately “took liberties” with the games’ lore because…
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The reason why the MacBook Air doesn’t need a fan
Modern MacBook Air models have run without a cooling fan since Apple switched from Intel processors to its own silicon, starting with the M1 chip in late 2020. This shift matters because it allows the laptop to operate completely silently, even under heavy workloads, while also shedding weight and improving battery life compared with older…
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All the Ways You Can Make Reading on Your Phone Easier
This Wired guide explains that while modern phone screens are large and bright, they aren’t always optimised for long reading sessions, prompting many people to reach for a dedicated e-reader or a physical book instead. It outlines several built-in and third-party adjustments users can make on iPhone and Android devices to reduce eye strain and…
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The Best Motorola Phones, From Razr to Moto G (2026)
WIRED has updated its buying guide to the best Motorola phones for 2026, covering everything from the flagship Razr Ultra to budget Moto G models. The guide highlights Motorola’s growing market position, noting its Razr handsets are the most popular folding phones in the US, while flagging strengths such as clean software, generous storage and…
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Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong announces limited-edition Radiant Red Les Paul Junior Epiphone guitar and Marshall Artist Signature amp
Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has unveiled a limited-edition Radiant Red Epiphone Les Paul Junior guitar, alongside his first Artist Signature amplifier, made with Marshall. The launches celebrate Armstrong’s stripped-back playing style, which has defined his sound for more than two decades, and mark Marshall’s first artist signature amp release in 14 years. The…
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Yes, airplane mode makes your phone charge faster — but it’s not worth it
Enabling airplane mode while charging can make a phone charge slightly faster because it stops cellular, Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth activity from using power. However, the article argues that the benefit is usually too small to justify losing normal connectivity and notifications, except in an urgent situation where every minute matters. Tests cited in the article…