Google is continuing to enhance the utility of Google Maps. After introducing “Ask Maps” in March and rolling it out to several markets in June, the company is expanding its AI-powered tool. Driven by Google Gemini, the feature allows users to interact with the application using natural language to receive personalized recommendations. In a recent application …

Samsung has officially launched the standard Samsung 990 SSD, a new entry-level M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 drive designed to navigate the current memory market crisis. Positioned as a budget-friendly option below the premium 990 PRO and 990 EVO, this drive implements several hardware compromises to offer acceptable performance at a lower price point. Hardware Modifications …

The global smartphone market continued its steady contraction during the second quarter of 2026, according to recent market research published by the International Data Corporation (IDC). Overall worldwide device shipments experienced a notable 6.7% year-over-year drop during this three-month period, bringing total global shipments down to 277.5 million units. While top-tier industry leaders managed to …

Casio has officially expanded its watch portfolio in the United States with the debut of two new hybrid timepieces heavily inspired by the design language of the early 2000s. Identified by the model numbers GAV01CMG-4A and GAV01CMG-6A, these rugged wearables embrace the popular “Y2K” fashion trend, aiming to capture the interest of both younger, style-conscious …

The Redmi Note 17 and Redmi Note 17 Pro have officially launched in China. The new smartphones introduce a revised design language, moving the centered camera module of previous generations to the top-left corner. Built with a polycarbonate frame and flat sides for improved grip, the devices offer notable upgrades in battery capacity and durability. …