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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

New features of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra excite in the era of discreet evolutions

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra brings some notable advancements amid a trend of subtle innovations in smartphones.

Mar 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Amazon is preparing to enter the smartphone arena

Amazon is reportedly launching a new smartphone initiative focused on artificial intelligence, twelve years after its unsuccessful first attempt in the mobile industry.

Mar 22 โ€ข 05:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Xiaomi is bringing an affordable phone with a 6300mAh battery, set to launch on this day

Xiaomi is set to launch the REDMI 15A 5G smartphone in India on March 27, featuring a large battery and competitive specifications.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Trend Listening Bars: Here the Smartphone is Silent

Listening bars are emerging as spaces for focused listening and socializing, although they often become lively environments rather than silent sanctuaries.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: Amazon is developing a new smartphone

Amazon is reportedly working on a new smartphone, codenamed 'Transformer', more than ten years after its first smartphone failure, focusing on personalization and AI integration with Alexa.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Amazon tries again with the smartphone: Alexa in your pocket and the story of a predicted disaster

A fan of Amazon reflects on the company's new attempt at smartphone technology, discussing the potential challenges and historical missteps.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

New smartphone, 7 things to do immediately when you buy it

The article provides essential tips for new smartphone users on the initial steps to take right after purchase to ensure longevity and optimal performance of the device.

Mar 21 โ€ข 07:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's Important Warning, Are You Using This Phone? Take This Action

India's cybersecurity agency has issued an advisory warning smartphone and computer users about vulnerabilities found in Apple devices that could be exploited by hackers.

Mar 21 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amazon plans its first smartphone more than 10 years after a failed attempt with the Fire Phone

Amazon is preparing to launch a new smartphone more than a decade after its unsuccessful Fire Phone attempt in 2014.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

First a failure, now a second chance. The giant returns to the smartphone market

Amazon is set to re-enter the smartphone market with a new device known as Project Transformer, led by a group focused on creating innovative gadgets.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

Long live the Walkman โ€“ 6 MP3 players that beat my smartphone for sound, storage and battery life

This article explores six MP3 players that outshine smartphones in terms of sound quality, storage capacity, and battery life.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: This phone is equipped with a privacy display, see features

The Galaxy S26 Ultra focuses significantly on privacy with the introduction of hardware-level privacy display features and is packed with AI functionalities, though its design remains largely unchanged.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Amazon Preparing to Launch AI-Enhanced Smartphone

Amazon is reportedly set to re-enter the smartphone market with a new AI-driven device synchronized with Alexa, more than a decade after the flop of its Fire Phone.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Electricity Becomes a Portable Equipment for Every Place

The article discusses the growing importance of portable power banks due to people's dependence on smartphone batteries, especially when traveling abroad.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Affordable Phone with Amazing Features, Realme Sets Price

Realme has launched a budget-friendly 5G smartphone in India, named Realme P4 Lite 5G, with a starting price of โ‚น12,999.

Mar 20 โ€ข 01:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Galaxy S26 Ultra worth 1.5 lakh rupees at half price! Samsung's big bang

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Forever program in India, allowing customers to purchase premium smartphones at half the price through a unique payment plan.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

The trend has turned: Fewer mobile phones among children

A recent study reveals a decline in smartphone ownership among 9- and 10-year-olds in Norway, alongside recommendations for reduced screen use and a minimum age for social media.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Review: The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a Mid-Range Champion, but are there some Drawbacks?

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is praised as an excellent mid-range smartphone but has some drawbacks that need addressing.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Species Protection in the Fรผrstenfeldbruck District: Look Whoโ€™s Buzzing!

A Humming Challenge is underway in the Fรผrstenfeldbruck district to collect data on bumblebee populations using a smartphone app, aimed at aiding species protection efforts.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Smartphone ban in schools from September 1

Poland's Minister of Education announced a ban on smartphones in elementary schools starting September 1, 2026, aiming to improve the learning environment.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Realme 16 Pro+, the portrait wizard

The Realme 16 Pro+ smartphone offers advanced photography features aimed at delivering professional-quality portrait shots, all while maintaining an affordable price point.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Xiaomi and Leica partnership โ€“ the philosophy of artistic photography in a smartphone

Xiaomi collaborates with Leica to enhance mobile photography by emphasizing authentic color representation and a spontaneous, moment-capturing philosophy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Lava Bold 2 5G Launched, Here is the Price

Lava has launched its latest 5G smartphone in India, the Lava Bold 2 5G, featuring a 5000mAh battery and a 120Hz AMOLED display.

Mar 18 โ€ข 00:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

After green lines appeared on a cell phone screen, multinational manufacturer is ordered to compensate Brazilian customer

A multinational smartphone manufacturer was ordered by a Brazilian court to refund a customer and pay damages after the customer faced screen issues due to an update.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Samsung's Blast, launched a phone with a 6000mAh battery and a 120Hz refresh rate for 13,999

Samsung has launched its new budget 5G smartphone, Galaxy M17e 5G, in India targeting mid and budget segment users.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

A Millionaire Nanny: Globoplay launches mobile soap opera with agile narrative and quick endings

Globoplay has launched a new mobile soap opera titled 'A Millionaire Nanny,' featuring quick episodes and an engaging narrative designed for smartphone viewing.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Concerts and sunsets are the hardest to photograph and there's a frustrating reason

A recent study reveals that 40% of Brits struggle to photograph concerts and sunsets due to low-light performance issues in smartphone cameras.

Mar 16 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Smartphones Will Be More Expensive, Vivo-Oppo Increasing Prices, AI the Reason

Chinese smartphone manufacturers Vivo and Oppo are preparing to raise the prices of their phones due to rising costs of memory chips influenced by the increasing demand for artificial intelligence technology.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

This very common habit can shorten your phone's battery life

Fast charging can quickly refill your smartphone's battery but may accelerate battery deterioration over time, according to an expert.

Mar 16 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The โ€˜dumbโ€™ phone, a conscious decision

The article discusses the rising popularity of โ€˜dumb phonesโ€™ at the Mobile World Congress as a counter to smartphone addiction, emphasizing the importance of digital well-being.

Mar 15 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Your smartphone has a metal detector: here's how you can use it

Smartphones can function as metal detectors using their built-in sensors, allowing users to locate metal objects in everyday situations.

Mar 15 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

Smartphone Emergency Feature: This Hidden Feature of Your Phone Can Save Your Life in Danger! 90% of People Do Not Know

An article discusses a hidden emergency feature on smartphones that can potentially save lives, with a notable statistic that 90% of users are unaware of its existence.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Why We Shouldn't Charge Our Phone to 100%

The article discusses how charging lithium-ion batteries, commonly used in smartphones, to full capacity can accelerate battery wear over time.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Emergency Services: Emergency Call via Smartphone

A new app-based system in Germany aims to improve emergency response times by notifying trained bystanders during cardiac arrests.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Cheap Samsung stands out from really terrible phones

Samsung's budget smartphone is a competent option for those looking for an affordable device.

Mar 13 โ€ข 05:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

iPhone 17e repeats design but has new tricks up its sleeve; see the first impressions

The new iPhone 17e features a design similar to its predecessor but introduces new functionalities and aims to be a budget-friendly option for consumers in Brazil.

Mar 13 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

iQOO Launches the Fastest Phone in the Segment, Price in India is Such

iQOO has launched the new iQOO Z11x 5G smartphone in India, claiming it to be the fastest phone in its segment with impressive benchmark scores.

Mar 13 โ€ข 01:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The court rejected the appeal of a Tallinn prisoner demanding the right to use Instagram

The Tallinn Administrative Court dismissed an appeal from a prisoner at Tallinn Prison who sought the right to use his smartphone and the Instagram social media application.

Mar 12 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Suffering from Hand and Wrist Pain? 7 Effective Exercises to Protect You from the 'Evil' of Computers and Smartphones

The article discusses the prevalence of hand and wrist pain due to prolonged computer and smartphone use, highlighting effective exercises to alleviate these issues.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

What phone makers don't tell you about 'killing' old apps

This article discusses how the number of apps installed by users has significantly decreased as smartphone manufacturers focus on simplicity and integration of core applications.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

North Korean smartphone investigated โ€“ harsh findings one after another

A YouTuber tested two North Korean smartphones, revealing extensive censorship and surveillance features.

Mar 12 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Transfer photos from your phone to a hard drive

The article discusses solutions for transferring photos from smartphones to hard drives to free up storage space.

Mar 11 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Galaxy S26: Samsung puts its flagship smartphone on sale in Argentina

Samsung has released its Galaxy S26 smartphones in Argentina, offering various models at different price points after a global launch.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Health: Emergency Call with the Smartphone

A new app-based system called 'Region of Life Savers' aims to improve emergency response during cardiac arrests in Germany by alerting trained first responders quickly.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Xiaomi launches a smartphone in India for โ‚น129,000; let's explore the features?

Xiaomi has launched its new flagship smartphone series, the Xiaomi 17 Series, in India, with two premium models priced above โ‚น100,000.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Vivo is bringing the fastest phone, the price will decrease, launching in India on this day

Vivo will launch the Vivo T5x 5G smartphone in India, touted to be the fastest in its segment, on March 17.

Mar 11 โ€ข 01:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Smartphones To Get More Expensive From March 16, Prices Will Exceed 50 Thousand

OPPO and OnePlus are set to raise smartphone prices from March 16, 2026, due to rising component costs and supply chain issues.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Data Backup: And Then the Photos Are Suddenly Gone

This article discusses the risks of data loss and highlights the importance of proper data backup strategies.

Mar 10 โ€ข 12:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The end of human work: the Chinese factory that produces one smartphone per second and works 24 hours

A Chinese factory run by Xiaomi is capable of producing one smartphone every second without any human workers, raising concerns about the future of human labor in the age of automation.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

4 Smart Applications to Restore Your Old Photos

The article discusses four apps that utilize artificial intelligence to restore old family photos, making the process accessible through smartphones.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:13 UTC

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