Here’s what the Android 13 September patch fixed on my Pixel 6 Pro (and what it didn’t)

Jason Cipriani/ZDNET Android 13 was only recently unleashed to Pixel users last month and, as expected, there’s a new patch available that fixes several issues. I applied the new update and wanted to report what I’ve found. But first, what issues did the September patch resolve? Let’s find out. Also: Android 13 on the Pixel 6… Continue reading Here’s what the Android 13 September patch fixed on my Pixel 6 Pro (and what it didn’t)

Nubia’s RedMagic 7S Pro is the coolest gaming phone I’ve ever used — literally

Pros Effective cooling system with 20,000 RPM fan Uninterrupted gameplay thanks to under-display camera Shoulder triggers are practical 5,000mAh battery with 65W fast charging Cons Speakers can use some bass UDC and cameras are still mid-tier Bulky form factor No wireless charging I’ve tested a number of gaming phones over the past year, not because… Continue reading Nubia’s RedMagic 7S Pro is the coolest gaming phone I’ve ever used — literally

The 5 best indoor plants for your home office in 2022

Your office space should be a comfortable, organized sanctuary. Whether you work from home or in an office, having a desk plant can bring you joy during long days. Research shows that having plants around the home and office significantly improves people’s moods and reduces the likelihood of stress-related depression. You don’t need a green… Continue reading The 5 best indoor plants for your home office in 2022

Road to Nowhere, book review: The trouble with cars

Road to Nowhere: What Silicon Valley Gets Wrong About the Future of Transportation • By Paris Marx • Verso • 272 pages • ISBN: 978-1-83976-588-9 • £8.99  Image: Verso Fifty years from now, will mobility look more like today or more like 100 years ago? I think about this often. It’s not that anyone sees… Continue reading Road to Nowhere, book review: The trouble with cars

The worst thing about eSIM-only iPhone 14s

Getty Images/simon2579 When Apple announced the iPhone 14 last week, it dropped a bit of a bombshell: physical SIM cards were going away, to be replaced by embedded (or eSIM) cards. In this FAQ, we’re going to unpack that announcement, and explore what that means for iPhone users from a privacy, flexibility, and lock-in perspective.… Continue reading The worst thing about eSIM-only iPhone 14s

The 6 best Android phones in 2022

When it comes to smartphones, you really only have two options: Android or iOS. There used to be more operating systems, and there are some niche ones if you look hard enough, but the majority of the market is dominated by Apple and Google. Google’s Android OS is clearly the platform of choice — at… Continue reading The 6 best Android phones in 2022

The iQOO 9T is a killer phone that you probably can’t buy

Pros Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor Capable triple rear cameras Fast 120W wired charging Competitively priced Cons No wireless charging Form factor can be a bit wide Limited availability Last month we evaluated the OnePlus 10T and found it to be a solid Android smartphone with a reasonable $649 price. The iQOO 9T was… Continue reading The iQOO 9T is a killer phone that you probably can’t buy

American Airlines decided to be honest with customers. They may not like it

It may fly. It may not. Check back later. Getty Images There comes a point in your life when you needs to unburden yourself. Let it out, let it go, let it wash over others, and see the reaction. more Technically Incorrect Somehow, releasing your inner contradictions, imperfections, and torment can make you feel free. … Continue reading American Airlines decided to be honest with customers. They may not like it