This was a quieter week for tech news after all the excitement around WWDC, but there’s still a lot to talk about. T-Mobile announced an overhaul for its prepaid phone plans, more changes are coming to Windows 11, and much more—here are the biggest stories you might have missed.
The Big News
T-Mobile Is Overhauling Its Prepaid Plans
T-Mobile is overhauling its prepaid plans with more data and international access at more competitive prices. They’re definitely worth considering, especially if you have multiple lines. Continue reading…
Windows Hello Doesn’t Work In the Dark Anymore
Windows Hello, Microsoft’s biometric login system, has gone through a big change, making it impossible to work in dark environments. This change is not a bug, but a deliberate update made by Microsoft. The new system now requires both infrared (IR) sensors and a color webcam. Continue reading…
Amazon Prime Day Returns July 8th, and It’s Longer Than Ever
It’s official. Amazon Prime Day is set to return next month and deliver all sorts of deals and discounts that are perfect for summer. As expected, Prime Day is returning on July 8th, only this time around they should probably just call it Prime Week. That’s because Amazon is doing things a bit differently this year. Continue reading…
Gemini Can Finally Do One of Google Assistant’s Oldest Tricks
One of the reasons why I haven’t been super excited about Gemini is how many things it lacks compared to the ancient Google Assistant. For a very long time, Assistant has been able to identify songs when you ask it to, which can be a real lifesaver. But with Gemini stepping into the spotlight, that seamless experience vanished, leaving a frustrating void. Continue reading…
Steam Now Has an Overlay Performance Monitor
Steam has added a new performance monitoring tool to its in-game overlay, giving you information about how your games are using your computer’s resources. This should help you spot potential performance problems, although it is currently in beta. Continue reading…
Snipping Tool Is Getting a Big GIF Upgrade
GIFs remain one of the most popular image formats on the internet, despite their age. They’re even natively integrated into most messaging apps. Now, Microsoft is testing the ability to create and export them using Windows’s native screenshot and screen recording tool. Continue reading…
FireWire Is Officially Dead
You probably haven’t actually used a computer with a FireWire port in years, but it was still supported within macOS. It was the original USB killer before USB got improved on later. Now, though, FireWire is getting completely killed off, for good this time. Continue reading…
The Worst Company You Know Wants to Be a Mobile Carrier
Klarna, the finance company best known for its “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) service, now wants to be a mobile carrier. The company is rolling out 5G service in the United States, powered by AT&T’s nationwide network. Continue reading…
Ubuntu 24.10 ‘Oracular Oriole’ Support Is About to End
The interim version of Ubuntu Linux released in October of last year will soon get its last security update. That means, if you’re running Ubuntu 24.10, it’s time to start considering your upgrade path. Continue reading…
HBO Max Now Has Even More Ads
More ads are showing up on the streaming service HBO Max. Recently, the company quietly updated its support page for the Basic with Ads plan, now stating that viewers should expect six minutes of ads per hour. Continue reading…
You Can Finally Remove the Tile Clutter on Your Xbox
The latest Xbox system update adds a range of new features that should make it much easier to find what you want. It also comes with new special perks for Xbox Game Pass members and game hubs for games. Continue reading…
Mobile Payments Are About to Get Even Easier With NFC 15
Mobile payments are about to get a very nice upgrade, and if you’re tired of fumbling with your phone at the checkout line, you’re going to be happy about it. NFC Release 15 is increasing the tap-to-pay distance. Continue reading…
Google Messages Update Adds More Long-Awaited Features
Do you ever wish Google Messages had a few more features, like being able to delete a message “for everyone” that you accidentally sent? Well, you’re in luck because after a short testing phase, two long-awaited features are finally rolling out for everyone. Continue reading…
This Govee Table Lamp Has a Speaker In It
Finding a good table lamp is not something you think about a lot until you start getting older, but while there are many simpler options, why not allow yourself to get something a tad higher tech? Now, Govee has just launched a neat lil’ table lamp, with a party trick that sounds really good (literally). Continue reading…
Alienware’s ‘Performance Boost’ Hurts Gaming on Linux
You buy gaming computers for their performance, so it certainly sucks when a “performance boosting” feature actually harms performance. This seems to be exactly what’s happening for Linux users trying to use Alienware’s G-Mode feature. Continue reading…
No, Nexus Mods Won’t Start Charging for Mods
Recently, Robin ‘Dark0ne’ Scott, the founder of Nexus Mods, announced he was stepping down after 24 years of running the site. While this caused a lot of concern for modders, the new owners have jumped to clarify their position on monetized mods. Continue reading…
Epic Reminds Us We Don’t Actually Own Digital Games
Dark and Darker was delisted from the Epic Games Store on March 5, 2025, but Epic has now notified owners that they’ll lose access to the game entirely on November 1. Continue reading…
You’ll Love This iMac-Inspired Apple Watch Charger Stand
There’s no shortage of watch chargers for keeping your Apple Watch battery full. While most brands focus on offering unique 3-in-1 wireless docks, Spigen is doing things a bit differently. If you’re looking for a little Apple nostalgia, Spigen just released an iMac G3-inspired charging stand you’ll love. Continue reading…
Netflix Wants to Finish Replacing Your Cable Box
Streaming has been in the process of replacing everyone’s cable box for a while, but live TV still has its place for some things. Netflix, however, is finally moving forward to finish the job—by adding live TV, of course. Continue reading…
JLab’s New Bluetooth Speakers Won’t Break the Bank
JLab is making a big return to the portable Bluetooth speaker market through a new lineup of new party speakers with powerful sound and bright visuals at prices that won’t break the bank. The new collection includes the Pop Party Speaker, Go Party Speaker, JBuds Party Speaker, and Epic Party Speaker. Continue reading…
The Next Generation of Xbox Won’t Be Just Home Consoles
Last week, we were surprised to see that Microsoft was not only caring about gaming handhelds but was actively supporting them within its Xbox ecosystem. And if Microsoft’s final plans turn out anything like the way they currently look, they might be about to play a much more central role. Continue reading…
Google Messages Just Made It Harder to Stop Spam Texts
Earlier this year, Google started rolling out an excellent feature for Google Messages that made it easy to block and delete spam texts. Whenever you receive an unwanted message, you can tap an unsubscribe button that automatically tries to opt out. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, in a surprising turn of events, Google just removed it. Continue reading…
Get Some Sega Mobile Games Before They’re Removed
SEGA is ending support for nine of its older mobile games, meaning these classic titles are now free to download on Android and iOS for a limited time. We don’t know how long it will be free, so you should get them immediately, especially if you don’t want to lose access. Continue reading…
KDE Plasma 6.4 Is Out Now With Colorful New Features
Four months after the release of 6.3, the KDE team has announced the full release version 6.4 of the Plasma desktop environment. It’s bringing several brand-new features and improvements for KDE fans like myself. Continue reading…
Satechi Has a New Super-Thin NVMe USB4 Enclosure
Satechi has revealed a new USB4 SSD enclosure, turning any NVMe drive into a sleek external drive. It’s designed with the M4 Mac Mini in mind, but also works with other USB and Thunderbolt devices at the fastest-available speeds. Continue reading…
Plugable’s Newest Thunderbolt 5 Hub Has a Whopping 11 Ports
Thunderbolt 5 is still a relatively new technology, but it’s already starting to catch on. If you have any hardware that supports it, Plugable just released one of the best docks we’ve seen to date. Continue reading…
Spotify’s Offline Playlists Just Got Better on Android
The ability to download playlists for offline listening is one of the best things about Spotify Premium. However, Android Spotify users have been slightly behind their iPhone counterparts. Thankfully, Spotify is rectifying that with a recent update. Continue reading…
Your Favorite Watch Face May Soon Be Pulled From the Play Store
If you have a favorite Wear OS watch face that you can’t live without, it might be a good idea to double-check if it’s going to stick around. Google is making some big changes to streamline its smartwatch platform. The final shift to the new Watch Face Format (WFF) is about to become reality. Continue reading…
OnePlus’s New Midrange Phones (Probably) Aren’t for You
OnePlus used to have a huge presence in the US years ago, complete with carrier deals. It never stopped being a Chinese brand first, but it actually cared about the US. These days, however, North America is just an afterthought. The company’s latest cheaper devices look pretty nice, but sadly, you probably won’t ever get to use them. Continue reading…
Windows 11 Is Bringing Back Another Windows 10 Feature
Microsoft is bringing back a much-loved feature from Windows 10 in the latest test builds of Windows 11. No, it’s not a vertical taskbar. No, it’s not fewer advertisements. It’s a clock. Continue reading…
OnePlus Just Fixed Our Biggest Complaints With the Watch 3
OnePlus is a fan favorite when it comes to smartphones, and its watches are quickly gaining the same attention. The OnePlus Watch 3 came out earlier this year with plenty to offer, but the company has just fixed our two biggest complaints by releasing a newer, smaller variant. Continue reading…
This Humongous UGREEN Charger Supports a Whopping 500W
We’ve seen tons of chargers with different power outputs. 45W, 60W, 75W, and even 100W. Sometimes even more. You’ve probably never seen a 500W charger before, but now UGREEN has released one that you can buy now. Continue reading…
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