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technology8 days ago•8 min saved

Six Android Phones Android Authority Says You Should Consider Replacing in 2026

Android Authority notes that smartphones now last longer than ever, but by 2026 upgrades still pay off for better battery life, displays, cameras and longer software lifecycles. Their guide covers upgrading from Google Pixel 7 Pro to Pixel 10 Pro/10 Pro XL, from Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra to Galaxy S26 Ultra (with seven years of updates), from Razr Plus (2023) or Razr Ultra (2026) to newer Razr models, from Pixel 7a to Pixel 10a, from Galaxy A54 to Galaxy A57 5G, and from Moto G Power (2024)—though the editor says the 2026 model isn’t compelling enough yet. The piece emphasizes longer update cycles and stronger hardware make upgrades personal and often price-dependent.

via Android Authority|

#android #pixel #samsung

sports15 days ago•8 min saved

Heat, Upgrades, and Midfield Momentum Define Friday Practice at the Red Bull Ring

Hot Austrian conditions made Friday practice at the Red Bull Ring lively, with Antonelli fastest in FP1 and FP2 as teams assessed pace and tyre wear. Mercedes and McLaren showed competitive race pace, while Red Bull and Ferrari worked through balance issues and corner dynamics. Updates—Red Bull’s suspension/floor and Audi’s rear-end changes—signal an improving but still tight midfield battle ahead of qualifying, withCadillac reliability hiccups and Turn 3 grip challenges shaping early impressions.

via Autosport|

#austrian-grand-prix #formula-1 #friday-practice

sports27 days ago•8 min saved

Hamilton’s first Ferrari win redefines his journey and Ferrari’s resurgence

Lewis Hamilton captured his first win for Ferrari at the Barcelona Grand Prix, a personal redemption story after last year’s struggles and a validation of his move to Maranello. Ferrari’s upgrades and a smart pit strategy under a virtual safety car helped him vault into the lead, and his pace on fresher tyres suggests he would likely have beaten Mercedes on track anyway. The victory signals Ferrari’s return to front‑line contention and keeps Hamilton’s title bid alive as the season progresses.

via BBC|

#barcelona-gp #ferrari #formula-one

gaming1 month ago•11 min saved

Xenoblade Chronicles Trilogy Gets Switch 2 Editions With 4K60 Upgrades and Extras

Nintendo announced Switch 2 editions for Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2, and 3, delivering 4K60 on docked mode and 1080p60 in handheld, along with new content such as fully voiced heart-to-hearts in XC1 and playable Blades in XC2. Upgrade packs are priced around $7.99 per game, and fans are curious about DLC inclusion (e.g., Torna, Future Redeemed) and how much of the original content is bundled. Reactions are overwhelmingly excited, though some are wary after past upscaling issues with earlier upgrades.

via Nintendo Life|

#4k #60fps #gaming

gaming1 month ago•7 min saved

Outer Worlds PS5 Upgrade Promises Backfire as Free Path Turns Paid

Obsidian had said PS4/Xbox One base owners would get a free Spacer's Choice Edition upgrade to PS5, but mixed messaging and platform limitations led to a change: now PS4/Xbox One players reportedly must own both DLC packs to qualify for the upgrade, effectively turning the supposed free upgrade into a paid one for many and sparking online backlash.

via Push Square|

#dlc #gaming #playstation

gaming2 months ago•13 min saved

The Outer Worlds Receives Grenades and a Major Seven-Year Upgrade

Obsidian will push a major update to The Outer Worlds on May 27, including grenades and a broad set of performance, lighting, and quest fixes. The base game will be delisted in favor of the Spacer’s Choice Edition, which will be offered free to existing owners and priced at $40 going forward. Xbox One and PS4 upgrades require owning both DLCs, the paid upgrade path is being removed, and the DLCs will receive permanent discounts. The update signals ongoing support for the original game seven years after launch and coincides with Spacer’s Choice Edition’s prominence in storefronts.

via Kotaku|

#gaming #grenades #obsidian-entertainment

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

MacBook Neo Triggers Record Mac Trade-In Surge

Apple retail stores saw a trade-in spike of over 100% this week, likely driven by demand for the MacBook Neo and the M5 MacBook Air. Older low-end Macs dominated the trade-ins, suggesting customers are upgrading to the Neo and M5 Air rather than the new Pro models, marking the largest trade-in surge since Apple’s initial silicon Macs rollout.

via MacRumors|

#apple #macbook-air-m5 #macbook-neo

technology4 months ago•8 min saved

Netflix Shuts Out PS3 and Other Old Devices, Forcing Quick Upgrades

Netflix will end support for its app on the PlayStation 3 and several older smart TVs and set-top boxes effective March 2, 2026, leaving affected users about two weeks to upgrade. The move expands its phase‑out of outdated hardware (including BT Z4/G4 boxes) to streamline performance and security. Netflix has previously dropped support for legacy devices (e.g., 2011–2013 Sony TVs, first‑gen Apple TV), and users are advised to switch to newer streaming sticks or modern consoles to avoid disruption.

via | Cord Cutters News|

#legacy-hardware #netflix #ps3

gaming4 months ago•8 min saved

Avowed PS5 Update Eases Gear Grind With Scalable Upgrades and Better Tutorials

The PS5 version of Avowed adds meaningful tweaks to its gear system in response to launch criticisms, including clearer upgrade tutorials, more generous resource gains, and new gameplay settings that let players adjust overall equipment scaling, making progression less binary and the open-world grind more approachable.

via Push Square|

#avowed #gaming #obsidian

technology4 months ago•5 min saved

iPad Pro to Enter a Long Era of Subtle Upgrades, Leaker Claims

A credible Weibo leak by 'Instant Digital' says Apple will skip major iPad Pro redesigns for years, focusing on iterative updates due to the high OLED panel cost and limited sales boost from the last overhaul. While a new M6 chip and cooling improvements could arrive by late 2026 or 2027, there are no signs of radical design changes like ultra-slim borders.

via MacRumors|

#apple #ipad-pro #oled-panel

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Apple overhauls Mac shopping experience with step-by-step configurator

Apple quietly updated its online Mac store to guide buyers through a multi-step configuration (size, color, display, chip, memory, power adapters, and Pro apps) before checkout, bringing the process closer to iPhone/iPad purchases and encouraging more upgrades while standardizing the shopping flow.

via AppleInsider|

#apple #configurator #macbook-pro

gaming5 months ago•5 min saved

Nintendo Pushes Free Switch 2 Upgrades for Key Games in New Trailer

Nintendo released a Switch 2 trailer showcasing free upgrades for several first‑party titles, adding optimized visuals, HDR, Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, and GameShare across games like Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2, Super Mario Odyssey, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Captain Toad, with more updates and other games receiving enhancements.

via Nintendo Life|

#enhanced-visuals #gaming #hdr

finance6 months ago•2 min saved

Wall Street's Top Analyst Picks and Downgrades for Tech and Digital Firms

Wall Street analysts have issued a series of upgrades and downgrades for various companies, with notable upgrades for Medtronic, Saia, Allegiant Travel, Stryker, and Brinker, and downgrades for Shopify, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Halliburton, Phillips 66, Lennar, D.R. Horton, and Wells Fargo, reflecting changing market sentiments and outlooks for 2026.

via Yahoo Finance|

#downgrades #finance #market-analysis

science6 months ago•3 min saved

Large Hadron Collider Temporarily Ceases Operations

The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland will be shut down starting June for about five years to undergo major upgrades to increase its collision capacity, with the goal of enabling more advanced experiments. During this period, CERN is also planning the development of the Future Circular Collider, a much larger and more powerful accelerator, although its future is uncertain due to high costs and scientific debates. The LHC's shutdown is part of ongoing efforts to deepen our understanding of fundamental physics, including the universe's origins.

via Futurism|

#cern #future-colliders #large-hadron-collider

technology6 months ago•4 min saved

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Leaks Highlight Design, Upgrades, and Launch Details

A tipster reveals 10 anticipated upgrades for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, including a new energy-efficient display, improved cameras with wider apertures, faster charging at 60W, a more powerful processor, and a potentially larger battery, with the device expected to be unveiled around February 25th.

via PhoneArena|

#camera #charging #galaxy-s26-ultra