Apple’s iPhone Duo omits the Action Button, prompting users to create a virtual replacement. By editing the lock‑screen layout, users can replace the camera icon with a control or Shortcut that triggers actions such as Focus modes, the torch, or app launches. The process involves entering lock‑screen edit mode, removing the camera icon, adding a new control, and selecting a Shortcut for multi‑functionality. While the on‑screen button lacks tactile feedback, it offers comparable functionality for Duo users. [...]

Apple announced that iPhone Duo buyers who purchase the device at a U.S. Apple Store will receive a personalized boot greeting. When the phone is first turned on, the initial setup screen will display the buyer’s name in English or Spanish, a feature exclusive to the Duo. The customization will be enabled through a system in retail stores, possibly leveraging Apple’s Presto update technology. The iPhone Duo launches on October 23, with pre‑orders starting October 16 and [...]

Early owners of Amazon’s 2026 Kindle report a “light bleed” around the device’s edges when using dark mode. The glow appears only at high brightness and is attributed to the new color bezel design. Amazon acknowledged the effect as expected and advised users to lower brightness to mitigate it. The issue surfaced within eight days of launch, prompting complaints on Reddit and calls for replacements, though some users have not noticed the problem. The new line includes [...]

Motorola confirmed that its flagship Signature 27 will debut in India alongside a global launch, announced by Marketing Head Shivam Ranjan at the India Mobile Congress 2026. The device is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 built on a 2 nm process, promising up to 5 GHz clock speeds for high‑end gaming, AI and camera workloads. It incorporates a new ArcticMesh cooling system that combines diamond‑infused gel, liquid metal, copper mesh and a 40 % larger vapor chamber. Photography hardware includes a 50 MP [...]

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have created a wristwatch‑type wearable that continuously measures sodium and potassium in sweat. The device integrates a screen‑printed liquid‑junction reference electrode with ion‑selective sensors, a fabric‑based sample‑transport layer, and custom digital electronics that process, wirelessly transmit, and locally store data on a micro‑SD card. The liquid‑junction, containing silica gel, stabilizes the reference potential instantly, eliminating the long pre‑adjustment required by conventional printed electrodes. Field testing on a construction worker yielded uninterrupted [...]

In episode 120 of the “Pixelated” podcast, hosts Abner, Damien, and Will mark a decade of Google’s Pixel smartphones by presenting a comprehensive tier list that ranks every model released since 2016. The episode also introduces a new video format for the show, expanding its multimedia presence. Listeners are invited to access a members‑only “Pixelated Pro” bonus episode for $5 a month, with each episode effectively costing about $1. The program is sponsored by Proton Unlimited, offering [...]

Grade 11 student Sherecia Jackson showcased virtual‑reality (VR) lessons at Seaforth High School in St Thomas, where the technology has been integrated into ICT and business‑management classes. Teacher Terrin Strachan, who introduced the program two years ago, describes VR as an immersive “new way of learning” that lets pupils manipulate virtual components such as processors or graphics cards, bridging abstract theory and real‑world application. He cites research indicating reduced distraction and higher focus in the virtual environment, and notes that [...]

Ray-Ban’s Meta Gen 3 smart glasses integrate AI-driven tools with a classic eyewear silhouette, targeting everyday consumers rather than niche tech enthusiasts. The device houses a 12‑megapixel ultra‑wide 4K camera capable of 3K video at 30 fps, plus slow‑motion and hyperlapse modes, and stores up to 1,000 high‑resolution photos on 32 GB of internal memory. Audio is delivered through open‑air speakers with six microphones and noise‑reduction algorithms, while a nine‑hour battery is extended by an additional 50 hours in the charging case. [...]