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Anthropic’s leaked Claude code was an internal error, not an attack
Claude’s source code was mistakenly published by Anthropic in the middle of the night, and users have already begun recreating pieces of the internal AI interface leak for their own use.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing plans to release AI smart glasses next year after CEO Carl Pei changes mind
Nothing seems ready to expand beyond aesthetically niche phones into AI smart glasses. The company initially rejected the idea, but has since opened up to developing more devices as companies like Google and Samsung plan glasses under the Android XR umbrella.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube’s conversational ‘Ask’ button is rolling out to TV apps
YouTube is ending testing for its conversational “Ask” AI feature on TVs and rolling it out to all users soon.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch users in the US can finally track their blood pressure after years of waiting
US-based Galaxy Watch users are going to be able to track blood pressure after the feature has been regionally locked for years. Blood pressure monitoring will begin rolling out for users in the US, but it needs a Galaxy phone to work.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch users get alerts when they leave their phone – here’s how to turn them on
The Pixel Watch has a new-to-it feature that alerts you if you’ve left your phone behind. Even if it’s the option is a little late to the party, you’re going to want to turn it on.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung built a motion sickness app for Galaxy Buds, but you can try it on any earbuds
Samsung just released a new app called “Hearapy” to reduce motion sickness. It works by playing specific audio frequencies, quelling travel nausea for up to two hours with a quick session.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Gemini AI and Pixel phones are going to show up a lot during the 2026 World Cup
Google made several key deals to ensure its products would be integrated into the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, including sponsorships and partnerships with some of the biggest national teams – Argentina and France.
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Galaxy phones are getting AirDrop support now – here’s how to use it
Samsung has figured out a way to add AirDrop to the Galaxy series, and it isn’t some finicky workaround – it’s the real deal. This quick guide will show you how it works.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 17 Beta 3 splits Wi-Fi and mobile data into separate Quick Settings tiles
For a very, very long time, Android has combined mobile data and Wi-Fi into one Quick Settings button. It looks like data and Wi-Fi are splitting up in the latest Android 17 Beta 3 update.
Expand Expanding CloseMultitasking ‘Bubbles’ now live in Android 17 Beta 3 update
It might be unfair to say that Android 17 Beta 3’s Bubbles are a new feature, but the premise has definitely expanded. Now live in the latest update, apps beyond Messenger can use the function, and it’s especially useful for multitasking on larger displays.
Expand Expanding CloseEven Realities’ glasses are finally getting third-party app support, and ‘conversate’ gets an upgrade
The Even Hub is finally a reality, as the company announces its third-party app platform and a new “Prep Notes” tool to complement conversation tools.
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One of the best wireless Android Auto adapters is just $35 right now ahead of sequel
Wireless Android Auto beats plugging in any day, given you have a good connection. The Motorola MA1 makes ditching a USB-C cable possible for the wireless Android Auto experience, and it’s down to one of the best deals we’ve seen.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Keypad + Smart Lock combo has tap-to-unlock, but Samsung beat Google to supporting it
Since the CSA released Aliro 1.0, the floodgates have opened for smart lock manufacturers to release solutions that require only a simple tap to unlock. Nuki just announced the Keypad 2 NFC, which adds that function to a lock you might already have.
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How to find gas prices with Google Maps
Google Maps is great for a lot of things – finding new restaurants, saving new places, and even finding the cheapest gas station near you. Here’ show you find gas prices in Google Maps.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini could let you transfer chat history from other AI apps, like a game of ‘telephone’
Google seems to understand that the current AI landscape has users jumping from one model to the next, looking for the best experience. A possible feature addition in Google Gemini would allow users to import chats and memory from other AI apps, so you don’t have to start over.
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Most Sonos speakers hit their lowest prices for March Madness sale
Sonos just might be back with its new releases, and it just launched a sizeable sale with up to $249 off a few familiar products.
Expand Expanding ClosePhone trade-ins paid out $6.4B in 2025 as Android users kept their phones longer than iPhone users
People appear to be holding on to their Android devices longer – even longer than iPhone users during a year where companies paid the most to customers trading used phones.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 8 Classic is discounted to just $219 for some, and it doesn’t make any sense
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is currently on sale, but some users are reporting a deal as low as $219; that’s if you can catch it right.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung finds a new OLED supplier for Galaxy FE phones, since RAM is so expensive
As RAM and memory components continue to rise in price, Samsung is looking for other ways to keep production costs down. Samsung is reportedly starting with OLED panels on Galaxy FE and other mid-range devices.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube becomes FIFA World Cup 2026 ‘preferred platform,’ but it won’t replace streaming
The 2026 World Cup kicks off in several months across several streaming services, and FIFA has declared YouTube an official partner of the competition. Here’s what that means.
Expand Expanding CloseBoox is updating its ultralight Android e-reader with an illuminated display
Boox is releasing two versions of its new 10.3-inch Android 15-powered e-paper tablet, catering to those who want something on the lighter side.
Expand Expanding CloseClaude is letting users bypass its standard usage limits for the next two weeks
For the next few days, Claude says it’s doubling the usage limit for users, but only outside of peak hours.
Expand Expanding CloseYour favorite image-saving Chrome extension was scraping your data for cash
Seemingly out of nowhere, the “Save image as Type” Chrome extension was marked for removal, with Google warning users that the extension contains malware. The extension had at least one million users.
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