Gadgets & Reviews
I compared the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s camera to the Find X8 Ultra, and the winner is obvious
Summary Android OEMs are making “Ultra” flagship smartphones, some partnering with camera companies for tuning. Samsung uses its own computational photography, while Oppo collaborates with Hasselblad for tuning. Camera showdown between Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Oppo Find X8 Ultra reveals Oppo excels in zoom and low-light shots. Most Android OEMs have shifted toward making…
The best Windows laptops for 2025
If you’ve held on to an aging Windows laptop for too long, it’s now a great time to upgrade. With all the hype around AI PCs, computer makers are rushing to release new designs featuring efficient new chips from Intel and AMD. And thanks to Microsoft’s Copilot+ initiative, which launched last year, we’re finally seeing…
Use ChatGPT Offline by Running gpt-oss Locally on Your Computer
It is easier to use the online version of ChatGPT, instead of trying to run it locally on your system, as it just chokes your computer to a point where it becomes unusable. If you have an older computer or a weaker system, then you will not have the best experience in running gpt-oss using…
I found a surprisingly simple way to make sharing faster on Android
Summary Both Apple and Google have converged on similar smartphone user interfaces. Android’s Sharesheet can predict what apps you’ll want to share with, but customization can make it even better. You can actually pin or favorite the apps you use most in the Sharesheet. Both Apple and Google have converged on some similar ideas about…
Dell Premium 14 review: New name, same great laptop
Every now and then companies make truly boneheaded decisions, which is exactly and replaced it with something generic. It’s like if Ford decided to rebrand Mustang and call it The Prime Sportscar instead. It doesn’t make sense. But now that XPS has become Premium, it’s time to see if Dell’s latest flagship 14-inch ultraportable —…
Does E20 Petrol Damage Your Engine or Reduce Mileage? Here’s the Truth
You can also take your car or bike to the nearest authorized service centre, which can help you determine E20 compatibility of your vehicle by checking the engine number, and other details. The easiest way to confirm whether your vehicle can run on E20 petrol is to look for the E20 sticker. You can also…
USB-C is still way more complicated than it needs to be
Summary USB-C is a universal connector that supports a variety of different and confusing standards. There are various fast charging and data transfer options on USB-C, but compatibility varies between brands. USB-C offers adaptability, but it comes at a serious cost for anyone looking for the best experience. Apple had to be dragged kicking and…
Everything you need to know about iOS 26 beta release: How to download it on your iPhone, new Apple features like Liquid Glass and more
Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26. (Apple) Waiting until the fall can feel like ages when you’re ready to upgrade your iPhone to iOS 26. But there’s good news: you can test out all the features now by downloading and installing Apple’s public beta, which CEO Tim Cook says is…
I used to work in finance and this is what really happens when you use buy now, pay later apps
Summary BNPL is quick and easy, but lenders face risks due to increasing amounts spent and the need for fast evaluation — $176B is expected to increase. BNPL applications involve extensive background processes such as ID checks, facial recognition, device risk, and bank account verification. Your data is utilized for BNPL applications but should not…
A terrific 2D Ninja Gaiden, housefly bucket lists and other new indie games worth checking out
Welcome to our latest recap of what’s going on in the indie game space. A bunch of new games dropped this week that are more than worthy of your attention, including a modern take on an old-school Ninja Gaiden side-scroller and a joyful (perhaps even profound) puzzler about the life of a housefly. By far…