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Why the iPhone Duo could be beneficial for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8

staff@engadget.com (Filipe Espósito) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Apple's iPhone Duo is far from the first foldable phone, but it could upset the foldable market in all-new ways.

How to use Android's Desktop mode to turn your phone into a tiny PC

staff@engadget.com (Antony Terence) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:15:00 +0000

You can plug recent Pixel phones into a monitor to get a desktop-style interface.

How to use Spotify's Running Mode on iOS and Android

staff@engadget.com (Yoni Yardeni) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Maximize your stride with Spotify's AI-powered running features.

How to improve your router's security in 10 minutes

staff@engadget.com (Ben Stegner) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Most internet routers are solid out of the box, but that doesn't mean they can't be made more secure. Often, all you need to do is tweak a few settings.

Why you should avoid holding down your PC's power button

staff@engadget.com (Deven McClure) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0000

There are often times when your PC hangs and you need to perform a hard shutdown, but there are a number of reasons why doing it regularly could cause issues.

Why letting Claude clean your TV's bloatware isn't the best idea

staff@engadget.com (Kari Paul) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Don't let an AI bot potentially crash your TV.

Gemini Live vs. ChatGPT Voice: Which AI offers a more natural conversation?

staff@engadget.com (Calvin Wankhede) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Speaking with an AI chatbot can be a little awkward, but companies like Google and OpenAI are working on fixing that.

Why it's important to not put your PC on the floor

staff@engadget.com (Gabriela Vătu) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0000

If you're not going to put it on your desk, at least do these things.

Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command)

staff@engadget.com (Gabriela Vătu) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0000

Humanoid robots have improved emotional mimicry to the point of being able to cry during an emotional conversation.

How to use the Live Text feature on your iPhone

staff@engadget.com (Christine Persaud) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000

There's no need to manually type text into your iPhone that you see in the real world. Use Live Text to copy it, call phone numbers and much more.

iPhone Duo vs Microsoft Surface Duo: One name, two very different devices

staff@engadget.com (Christine Persaud) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0000

A brief history of "Duo" foldables.

How to use Android apps on your Windows PC (and why you might want to)

staff@engadget.com (Max Miller) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

With the right software, you can run Android apps on your Windows PC. Here's why you may want to and how to get it set up on your own computer.

Why we won't know how visible the iPhone Duo's crease is for a long time

staff@engadget.com (Filipe Espósito) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0000

The iPhone Duo has an impressively minimal crease, but that's only how it looks at the start. We'll have to wait a while to see what develops over time.

How powerful of a power bank do you need to safely charge a laptop?

staff@engadget.com (Thomas Godwin) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

A power bank is more than its capacity. You also need to know how fast it can deliver power so your laptop doesn't drain while it's connected.

Your old GPU could be worth more than you think

staff@engadget.com (Jack Peachey) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Your old GPU could be a goldmine thanks to the RAMaggedon.

Why your iPhone hates printer cables

staff@engadget.com (Deven McClure) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0000

AirPrint is the easiest path to printing on iPhone; other apps enable this, but printing with a cable isn't supported.

How to factory reset your Google Home Mini

staff@engadget.com (Gabriela Vătu) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Google Home Mini speakers may have been discontinued, but there are plenty still being used. If you have one, let's talk about how to reset it.

iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro: What's new?

staff@engadget.com (Will Shanklin) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

The iPhone 18 Pro iterates on the iPhone 17 Pro while making some minor improvements, but what exactly is different?

How high is too high for speakers in your home sound system?

staff@engadget.com (Thomas Godwin) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Too much height makes dialogue and fine details sound less direct.

Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin 'waterproof' phones

staff@engadget.com (Thomas Godwin) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Phone manufacturers are pretty direct in their guidance on this one.