Android 17 includes a native wireless migration experience to transfer more types of data from an iPhone, making the process of moving to an Android device easier. Google claims that the upgraded method can transfer Google accounts, passwords, Wi-Fi credentials, and eSIMs. It also supports photos, videos, contacts, messages and calendars, like the previous version of the switch tool. Data transfers require an iPhone with iOS 26.3 or later. Apple and Google had to implement iPhone and Android transfer tools that work without an app to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act. When you set up a new…
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Framesira/Shutterstock It is normal to think that Samsung phones are cheaper when purchased in South Korea. With the country being the company’s headquarters, it would naturally have to launch more aggressive promotions. However, the answer is a little more complex, since at launch the price of the Korean phone was only 1-4% cheaper, practically the same price as in the United States. So, purchasing a device in South Korea will not always guarantee the user savings at the level of the Galaxy FE. What also influences this price calculation is…
Christian de Looper / CNET Samsung launches new models in its Galaxy S line every year. Sometimes it’s a big step forward; other times it’s an iterative update. As for the latter, that probably means it’s still worth investing in an older model phone if you can find it cheaply, since you’re only missing minor updates. This is the case of the Samsung Galaxy S26 compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25. You get minor changes, so even though it’s the newest model in the lineup, you can still benefit from…
Anthropic announced today that Claude Code for desktop has been updated to work with the iOS simulator, with the integration available in public beta. Claude Code can open running applications in the iOS simulator pane when prompted to create, run, or verify an application. Claude can watch the iOS simulator live as it runs, interact with it, then iterate until a project is complete. Developers can continue to use the iOS simulator while Claude works. The Claude Code component directly controls the simulator and does not require the use of a computer, which allows Claude to control the screen as…
Karlis Dambrans/Shutterstock When Google launched the Pixel 6, it was the first smartphone to feature Tensor, Google’s in-house developed chipset. Although it had some compromises, such as a lower quality screen and lower Tensor performance compared to leading chipsets of the time, the phone’s price more than made up for its shortcomings. This trend continued with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 8. However, as time has gone on and new Pixel devices have been released, it has become harder to justify the Pixel’s price, especially considering that the performance of…
Apple may be about to revive a plan to offer its devices through a subscription program. Most iPhone, Mac, iPad and Apple Watch models would be available through the Apple Upgrade service, which could go live as early as July 28. The company reportedly previously considered a hardware subscription service before abandoning the idea in 2024. At the time, it was reported that Apple ultimately abandoned the plans due to concerns over financial oversight. According to Bloombergthe company partners with Klarna for the Apple Upgrade program. The publication states that this partnership will allow Apple to offer hardware through a…
iPhone 18 Pro launching in two months with these 12 new featuresIt’s now mid-July, which means the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are only two months away. The devices are expected to look like the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but there will still be plenty of year-over-year changes, with rumored features including a smaller dynamic island, 5G via satellite, and more. Apple expected to unveil iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max,…
A problem with iCloud+ made hidden email addresses easy to access, according to a report. Hadrian/Shutterstock Apple fixed a vulnerability in iCloud+’s Hide My Email feature that made it easy to view email addresses that the service is designed to hide, 404 Media reports. The publication first reported on the vulnerability in early July and revealed that Apple had known about the issue for at least a year. The company initially introduced Hide My Email as a way to generate fake email addresses for added privacy in 2021. According to 404Apple says it rolled out a…
After launching a new “Apple Upgrade” program next week, Apple plans to stop accepting new registrations for the iPhone Upgrade Program, according to BloombergIt’s Mark Gurman. It remains to be seen whether existing members of the iPhone Upgrade Program will be able to remain enrolled in the program beyond their current terms, or whether they will be migrated to the Apple Upgrade Program at some point. One key difference, according to the report: Apple Upgrade won’t be integrated into AppleCare+ with theft and loss coverage, which should result in a lower monthly payment. AppleCare+ will continue to be available separately,…
Apple highlighted the Apple Watch’s SOS feature today, releasing a short video featuring a man named Phil, who crashed while mountain biking. Phil was cycling with his two young children when he crashed and lost consciousness. His Apple Watch detected the fall, called emergency services and alerted his wife. He ultimately fractured his collarbone and seven ribs, but was able to receive help quickly because his watch indicated his location to emergency services. Phil was in the hospital for a week and at the end of the video he said: “I’m really happy to have my Apple Watch on.” Apple…