Author: Geek Planet

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…

O2 is warning customers that its 3G signal will be switched off soon.Dave Snelling Technology Editor07:44, 03 Oct 2025Updated 07:45, 03 Oct 2025O2 warning(Image: GETTY)There’s a fresh alert from the team at O2, and it could leave some without access to the internet and messaging apps such as WhatsApp. The latest update has been issued ahead of the UK network (which is now part of Virgin Media) switching off its older 3G technology in more UK locations.Virgin Media O2’s 3G signal has already been disconnected in places such as Durham, Norwich, Telford, Guildford, Watford and Torquay – now parts of…

T-Mobile unveiled its satellite connectivity beta and made waves in the telecom industry during Sunday’s Super Bowl. The announcement means that not only T-Mobile customers but also AT&T and Verizon users can sign up for the new satellite service. And the best part? It’s completely free until July.After this period, the service will become an integral part of T-Mobile’s Go5G Next plan.T-Mobile’s Satellite Connectivity Service T-Mobile’s satellite service, powered by its partnership with Starlink, is set to expand mobile connectivity like never before. The service covers over 500,000 square miles of the United States, reaching remote areas that previously had…

Once the mince pies have been put away and the wrapping paper is being cleared up, spare a thought for the lonely gadgets, clothing and snacks that haven’t been gifted this festive season. The Christmas sales spin up after the big day itself and give you a chance to grab various items at a nice discount. While not as feverishly followed as Black Friday or Prime Day, the post-Christmas sales are still a great time to pick up a discount, whether it’s on a gift you were hoping for and didn’t receive, or on leftover stock of the year’s big…

A new way to tune into live and on-demand TV for free appears to be coming soon.Dave Snelling Technology Editor09:17, 05 Oct 2025(Image: FREELY • SKY)Sky Q has been ruling the roost for over 10 years with this set-top box remaining one of the most popular TV devices in the UK. Its ability to record endless hours of content is one of the biggest reasons users still love it, but it seems a new rival could be coming soon that will offer similar features without having to pay any subscription fees.Freely already comes built into many new TVs and offers…

Amazon shoppers are being urged to stay alert and watch out for worrying scams this week.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:08, 06 Oct 2025Amazon Prime Day warning(Image: GETTY)If you have a Prime account with Amazon, you need to be on high alert this week. The online retailer is about to kickstart two days of deals. That’s clearly great for bargain hunters, but it’s also a prime time to be scammed. With so many of us rushing to grab a discount, cyber security experts are warning that online crooks will be looking for easy ways to cash in.According to the team at Check…