Author: Geek Planet

Zack Nelson’s Christmas gift to his 9.7 million YouTube subscribers was a durability test of Samsung’s TriFold smartphone. “Every so often there’s a piece of technology that lands on my desk that almost makes me feel bad for what’s about to happen … almost,” the guy behind JerryRigEverything says at the start of the test, leaving you with a strong feeling that it will not end well for Samsung’s first-ever phone with not one but two hinges. Anyone who’s already witnessed one of Nelson’s durability tests knows that it involves lots of scratching and plenty of scraping. Phones will also…

Freeview and Sky might rule the roost, but a new rival is offering a blockbuster channel boost.Dave Snelling Technology Editor10:28, 30 Sep 2025Freely TV launch(Image: FREELY)When it comes to tuning into TV, there’s little doubt that Freeview and Sky are the best in the business. These platforms are used by millions across the UK and that’s hardly surprising. Freeview offers content that’s totally free to watch, and Sky users get access to premium channels and sporting action that’s not available via terrestrial services.These options are tough to beat but one relative newcomer is certainly offering an eye-catching alternative. Most people…

The Google Pixel 10 launched last month but there’s a way for Google customers to get some great deals on Pixel 9s including free earbuds and smart watchesThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreGoogle fans were eagerley anticipating the date for the launch of its new Pixel 10 smartphone, but a tempting offer from the tech giant might convince shoppers to stick with a slightly older model. Google’s annual Made by Google event happedned on 20 August in New York City, where it showcases its latest Pixel devices,…

Elon Musk and Starlink’s humanitarian efforts continue as the company has pledged that it is extending free access to Hurricane Helene victims via its satellite internet in partnership with the Biden Administration. It will center its free Starlink service by sending over 500 satellite internet kits to the Appalachia mountain region which has been among the most devastated by the catastrophe.The pledge from Elon Musk is reminiscent of their previous sharing of Starlink’s satellite internet access to war-torn areas like Ukraine and Gaza, offering free use of its renowned technology.Starlink Offers Free Internet Access to Hurricane Helene Victims ODD ANDERSEN/AFP…

Just ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas, hardware startup Plaud has taken the wraps off its latest productivity tool: the Plaud NotePin S. Alongside this new wearable, the company is launching a dedicated desktop application designed to bridge the gap between in-person chats and virtual meetings, signaling a major move to own the entire notetaking ecosystem for pros and students alike. The NotePin S is a refined, more compact version of the original pin-style recorder Plaud launched back in 2024 One of the biggest complaints with the first version was the “squeeze-to-record” mechanism, which could be a bit finicky.…

Amazon has just launched a swathe of new devices including new smart speakers, Kindles and Fire TV Sticks.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:05, 02 Oct 2025(Image: AMAZON)If you own an Echo, Fire TV Stick or Kindle, then it might be time to think about getting an upgrade. The online retailer has just announced the launch of a swathe of new products that make its older devices look more than a little inferior. The updates were unveiled during an event in New York, and all will be available via Amazon’s store soon.So what’s new? Mirror Online took the trip across the pond to…

Samsung is laying groundwork for a potential jump in Galaxy S26 satellite connectivity, based on how it is describing the Exynos Modem 5410. The company says the modem supports three different satellite network types, and it ties one of them to voice calling, which points to something more practical than a last resort satellite message. With no official announcements just yet, it is speculated that the new modem will be used in the Galaxy S26 in select countries. Three satellite modes, different jobs Samsung says the Exynos Modem 5410 integrates LTE DTC, NB IoT NTN, and NR NTN on a…

If you have an iPhone in your pocket, you must install the latest version of iOS 26 immediately.Dave Snelling Technology Editor15:38, 02 Oct 2025Apple iOS 18(Image: APPLE)Apple has just released an ‘important’ software update, and it’s highly recommended that iPhone users install it without delay. The change – called iOS 26.0.1 has just been pushed out to devices across the world and fixes a number of issues, including Bluetooth connectivity and problems with the camera.It appears that many of the gremlins affect the latest iPhone 17 range of devices that only launched last month. So, if you dashed out to…

O2 is offering customers a big 5G upgrade and it won’t cost a penny extra to use.Dave Snelling Technology Editor07:31, 23 Sep 2025Updated 07:33, 23 Sep 2025If your chosen mobile network is O2, there’s good news when you need to stream movies, download files or make video calls when away from home. It’s just been confirmed that O2 (which is now part of Virgin Media) is boosting its platform across the UK. In fact, the update is bringing the next-generation 5G – which is called 5G Standalone – to 500 towns and cities. That means over 45 million people will…

Samsung is planning a major pivot for its smartphone chips, with reports suggesting the company will finally launch a processor with its own, fully in-house GPU by 2027. According to a report, Samsung’s System LSI team is currently hard at work on a next-generation chip, tentatively called the Exynos 2800. This chip is expected to feature a graphics unit built entirely on Samsung’s own architecture, marking a clean break from its long-standing reliance on outside blueprints. From Partner GPUs to Proprietary AI Engines Up until now, Samsung has always leaned on external partners for its mobile graphics. Even the upcoming…