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* Key Takeaways: * OnePlus has teased two gaming phones, the OnePlus Turbo 6 and Turbo 6V, launching Jan 8 in China. * Both models are confirmed to use a massive 9,000 mAh battery and 165Hz displays. * OnePlus lists a Snapdragon “8s” chip for at least one model and says the phones
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* 55- and 65-inch Gallery TV models debuting at CES 2026 * Mini LED 4K panel powered by LG's Alpha 7 AI processor * Magnetic frames, flush-mount design and Gallery+ art subscription * Art-focused features include Gallery Mode, glare control and generative AI image creation What LG is announcing LG is unveiling
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Key Takeaways: * The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica edition introduces a physical, rotatable zoom ring built into the camera island. * It pairs a single 200MP periscope telephoto with continuous optical zoom (around 3.2x–4.3x) and a 50MP 1-inch main sensor. * The Leica model adds branding and software touches — red-dot
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• Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold reportedly costs more to produce than its selling price in Korea. • The foldable is low-volume and sold in a handful of markets; UAE pricing is higher at about $3,260. • Component inflation — OLED panels, camera modules, memory — and Snapdragon-heavy SoC mix are pressuring margins. • The
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• Google Photos will be integrated into Samsung Tizen TVs in March 2026, with a Memories feature exclusive to Samsung for six months. • Search, generative AI image tools and "Create with AI" templates will roll out later in 2026. • Setup will require signing in with a Google account on
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Key Takeaways: * eSIMs are soldered, programmable SIMs introduced in 2016 that let manufacturers remove physical SIM slots. * Major phones (Apple iPhone 14 onward; Google Pixel 10 US models) have moved to eSIM-only in some regions. * eSIM transfers can fail and carriers relying on SMS for verification can lock you out—
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* Key Takeaways: * Waze, Simple Radio, GasBuddy, SpotHero and Weather on the Way all extend CarPlay with real-world benefits: navigation, radio, fuel prices, parking, and route weather. * Waze’s crowdsourced alerts and Simple Radio’s 90,000+ stations beat many defaults; GasBuddy and SpotHero save money and time; Weather on the
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* Built a working Apple Watch replica in one week in Shenzhen’s electronics market. * Creator Strange Parts teamed with Nest Works, using 3D printing, off-the-shelf parts and a sourced logic board. * Final assembly and software configuration were completed back in the U.S.; apps including heart-rate monitoring worked. * Project aimed
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• Key takeaways: * Samsung will integrate Google Photos into its AI TV lineup, starting with the "Memories" experience in early 2026. * Memories will be exclusive to Samsung TVs for six months; Create with AI and Personalized Results follow in the second half of 2026. * Integration works via Google Account
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* LG is bringing Micro RGB evo (MRGB95) to more practical screen sizes (75", 86", 100"). * Samsung will expand Micro RGB into smaller, mainstream sizes and add Eclipsa Audio and an updated AI platform. * Sony plans “True RGB” Bravia models (50"–115") and may use MediaTek’
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Key Takeaways: * LG unveiled the UltraGear evo line of high-end gaming monitors, all featuring 5K resolutions and built-in AI upscaling. * Three flagship models were announced: 39GX950B (39" ultrawide), 27GM950B (27" MiniLED), and 52G930B (52" curved panoramic). * Panels include a 21:9 5K2K dual-mode ultrawide, a new MiniLED
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* Samsung expands its 2026 audio lineup with new Q-Series soundbars and Music Studio Wi‑Fi speakers. * HW-Q990H flagship introduces Sound Elevation and Auto Volume; HW-QS90H is an All‑in‑One convertible soundbar. * Music Studio 7 (LS70H) and Music Studio 5 (LS50H) offer spatial audio, AI Dynamic Bass Control and Erwan