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OnePlus causes problem for all 2024 foldables, including the Galaxy Z Fold 6
Phones Canada team here! It’s no secret that foldable phones come with tons of challenges, from hinge and display issues to form factor, weight, durability, and not to mention, the pricing.

Apple’s inaugural foldable device could replace the beloved iPad mini as soon as 2026
Is Apple Planning a Foldable iPad?

Samsung’s Rumored Foldable Phone: Can You Use It Folded?
The speculation surrounding the Galaxy Z Fold 6 has already begun, even though it’s still a few months away from its official reveal.

Unveiling Innovative Foldable Phone Concepts in the Beyond the Fold and Flip Galaxy
But every time I glance at the new Galaxy Z Fold 6, my mind drifts back to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 5. It makes me wonder: What really counts as a redesign these days?

Samsung Galaxy Ring Surprises Users with Early Appearance in Good Lock App before Launch
During its recent Unpacked event, Samsung not only unveiled the latest flagship Galaxy S24 series but also teased a new wearable addition to its smart devices – the Galaxy Ring.

The market’s recovery propels Apple to become the world’s largest phone maker
The global phone market is finally recovering from the post-pandemic slump that ran for 9 quarters straight, and Apple is now officially the world’s biggest cell phone maker.
New features added to Pixel Watch Camera app: Night Sight, Video, Slow Motion, and more
Pixel Watch Camera App Update If you own a Pixel Watch, you probably know that the Pixel Camera app serves as a controller.

Samsung’s lower-cost Galaxy Z Fold 6 variant will not support S Pen, according to insiders
Samsung is expected to release several different devices in the foldable market in 2024.

Google’s latest AI tools enable users to generate images and music
Google Upgrades Bard AI with New ImageFX, MusicFX, and TextFX Generative Tools Google’s Bard AI has been recently upgraded with a handful of new features and improvements, including the company’s…

Noxii to release Developer Kit for Glyph interface enabling Morse code signaling
Nothing has announced the release of a Developer Kit for the Glyph Interface of the Nothing Phone. This will allow users to control the lights on the back of the Nothing Phone.

Differences in Charging Between the Oppo Find X7 Ultra Satellite Version and Standard Model
Phones Canada is excited to announce the upcoming release of the Oppo Find X7 Ultra Satellite Version, a new variant of the popular camera-centric smartphone.

San Antonio now offers Total by Verizon’s no-contract plans through local retailer
Victra, the largest Verizon authorized retailer, recently expanded Total by Verizon’s presence in Texas by opening more than a dozen new stores in San Antonio.

Samsung’s 25W Power Bank with 10,000mAh capacity and wireless charging pad now available at retailers
Samsung was working on a pair of power banks that were supposed to be introduced following the Unpacked event last month that unveiled the Galaxy S24 line.

Qualcomm records $9.9 billion in revenue and extends deals with Samsung and Apple
Qualcomm, one of the big players in the chipset manufacturing industry, has shared its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024.

Warning: Certain chat apps may be secretly taking photos and recording audio, and should be deleted at once
It has been recently discovered by ESET researchers that there are Android apps designed to spy on users who download them.

The Canon Machine That Should Concern U.S. Lawmakers Will Begin Shipping This Year or Next
Last October we told you about Canon’s nanoimprint lithography (NIL) technology that stamps the circuitry design onto a silicon wafer instead of etching it like ASML’s extreme ultraviolet (EUV)…

TikTok’s rapid growth disrupts US social media landscape, while YouTube and Facebook remain strong
Ever wondered how many people use social media or which is the most popular social media platform in the US? Well, keep reading, and you will find out.

iPhone 15 Pro faces unprecedented decline in satisfaction as iPhone 15 steals the spotlight
iPhone 15 Pro Satisfaction Drops to Previously Unimaginable Levels (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction! That’s what iPhone 15 Pro users are humming these days.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 potentially clocked at 4GHz for Galaxy S25 Ultra
There are some things that we already know about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 application processor (AP) that Qualcomm will announce later this year, most likely in October.

Hulu Follows Netflix’s Lead: Takes Steps to Prevent Password Sharing on Streaming Service
Streaming services have been cracking down on password sharing, with names like Netflix and Disney Plus taking the lead in recent years.

Google attributes Fitbit Charge 5 bricking issue to unknown cause, ruling out updates as the culprit
The Fitbit Charge 5 is experiencing a phenomenon where numerous devices are becoming completely unusable, also known as “bricked”.

Wall Street unimpressed with Apple’s record Services revenue for fiscal Q1
Apple has just reported its earnings for the fiscal first quarter of 2024 and as usual, we will take a look at the company’s biggest business segment first, the iPhone.

Popular with teens, the Wizz app has been removed from the App Store and Play Store
Apple and Google have both removed the Wizz app from their respective app stores this week. Wizz is a social media app that is popular among U.S. teens.
Google to highlight new accessibility feature in the Pixel 8 series in Super Bowl ad
Just in case you have been living under a rock — or just don’t follow what’s going on in American sports — next Sunday, February 11th, is the Super Bowl LVIII.

