
Nickolas Diaz
Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand.
Latest articles by Nickolas Diaz

Honor's Magic V5 looks like a thin, sleek rival for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 this summer
By Nickolas Diaz published
Thin Crown Honor launched its incredibly thin Magic V5 foldable in China.

Google Photos' fresh look is here, but may not be for your Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
A Rework Google Photos detailed an update rolling out on iOS ahead of Android that refreshes its photo view experience.

Samsung's Ballie hit with another setback, delayed to 'find its place' in homes
By Nickolas Diaz published
Held back over concerns A report from South Korea claims Samsung has delayed its AI companion, Ballie, as it expressed "concerns" about its place in the home.

Google is met with $314 million class action suit fine in US over cell data 'misuse'
By Nickolas Diaz published
Fined A California court delivered a strong fine to Google over its "misuse" of Android users' data over cell connections.

Galaxy Tab S10 'Lite' rumors claim it could drop with Samsung's next flagship series
By Nickolas Diaz published
Going Lite More Galaxy Tab S10 Lite rumors claimed its development has progressed, and speculated on its launch.

Meta's next-gen Ray-Ban 'Hypernova' glasses render leaks with gesture bracelet
By Nickolas Diaz published
It's got a screen A rendering leak seemingly showcased the look of the third-generation Ray-Ban Meta glasses: Hypernova.

Spigen is preparing for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 series as early case listing leaks
By Nickolas Diaz published
FE confirmed? Spigen seemed to slip up, publishing pages in preparation for Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE case collections.

Marshall's stylish Middleton II is your next compact party speaker
By Nickolas Diaz published
Small & Powerful Marshall just launched its new compact portable speaker, the Middleton II.

US lawmakers allege OnePlus devices are collecting 'sensitive personal information'
By Nickolas Diaz published
Concerning? A couple of U.S. lawmakers reportedly want to investigate OnePlus over "security concerns."

Gemini empowers Google Classroom educators with new AI tools
By Nickolas Diaz published
Study Guides & More Google detailed a huge Classroom update that brings Gemini to even more places for educators.

One UI 8 beta has a funky lock screen trick that morphs around images
By Nickolas Diaz published
Gettin' Fancy Samsung's One UI 8 software might bring new lock screen customization via a morphing clock.

'Ask Photos' in Google Photos shows results faster, so you're not waiting on Gemini
By Nickolas Diaz published
Remember this? Ask Photos in Google Photos gets a speed increase for general queries while Gemini works for specifics.

YouTube ups minimum age for live streaming to boost child safety
By Nickolas Diaz published
Online Safety YouTube changed its minimum age requirement for streamers on its platform.

WhatsApp gives users 'Message Summaries' for when those texts pile up
By Nickolas Diaz published
35 Unread Messages WhatsApp detailed the arrival of its "Message Summaries," powered by Meta AI.

YouTube tests its own take on AI Overviews with Premium users in search
By Nickolas Diaz published
AI Highlights YouTube highlighted a new test for users that's a little reminiscent of AI Overviews.

Gemini blazes past the old Assistant with this useful setting change
By Nickolas Diaz published
A Change Google's Gemini Team reportedly emailed users about a setting change that's meant to improve the AI's usefulness.

Vivo launches its X Fold 5, bridging the gap between Android and the Apple Watch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Android & Apple Vivo launched the X Fold 5 foldable with a load of Apple OS integration with its wearables and computers.

Samsung might make a Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 that's truly 'for Galaxy' S26
By Nickolas Diaz published
For Galaxy Rumors claimed Samsung could be tasked by Qualcomm to make a 2nm process Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 for the Galaxy S26.

AI Mode in Chrome could gain a neat shortcut for quicker interactions like Gemini
By Nickolas Diaz published
Quicker, Convenient Google Chrome could roll out an AI Mode shortcut for users on computers.

Amazfit's new Balance 2 and Helio Strap combine for elevated, precise tracking
By Nickolas Diaz published
Combine! Amazfit launched two new devices: the Balance 2 smartwatch and the Helio Strap.

Alleged OnePlus 15T specs rumored to beat the flagship model in one regard
By Nickolas Diaz published
Doing the most Rumors allege the OnePlus 15T could rock a next-gen chip and beat its flagship counterpart in one regard.

Android users get another option to pay later with Klarna on Google Pay
By Nickolas Diaz published
Pay Your Way Klarna heads to Google Pay, giving consumers more Buy Now, Pay Later options in apps and websites.

Google could be seeking a more powerful 2nm process for Pixel 11
By Nickolas Diaz published
Going Up An overseas report claimed Google's Tensor G6 could feature a more powerful 2nm process.
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