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.
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Murena's /e/OS 4 update frees you from Google with as little as 'one tap'
By Nickolas Diaz published
Secured Murena takes a bold step forward with its privacy-focused software for users, making it easier than ever to get away from Google.

Escaping the loop? Google speaks up about that huge Pixel booting problem
By Nickolas Diaz published
Frustrations... again Pixels have been suffering from a frustrating bootloop issue, and Google has reportedly spoken up about it, offering a (hopeful) solution.

June fixes for the Galaxy S25 rollout: Samsung adds those missing AI features
By Nickolas Diaz published
Catching up Samsung's June security patch was spotted on the Galaxy S25, and it's bringing AI features that were strangely missing.

Google TV's getting ready for the World Cup the right way, and Gemini's coming, too
By Nickolas Diaz published
Gooaal! Google TV upgraded itself to get ready for the World Cup, while Gemini sneaks in a few new voice capabilities for viewers.

Chromecast users have had it: remotes struggle after update ruins their connection
By Nickolas Diaz published
Oh boy Chromecast users report problems with their remote and its inability to keep a proper connection after a recent patch.

Honor takes a stand: solidifies seven years of Android for Magic series in Malaysia launch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Supporting software Honor highlighted its Magic V6 launch, while also announcing major strides in software support for the entire Magic series.

Qualcomm teases 'something new,' and we might see it at Meta Connect
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New XR Qualcomm started teasing what's coming next for XR, and there's a chance Meta Connect will hold the secrets.

Google's AI browsing assistant, Gemini in Chrome, is headed to even more users and places
By Nickolas Diaz published
Gemini is on the way Google dropped its major Gemini for Chrome feature to more users and devices in countries around the world.

You might see more of Samsung's Exynos chip very soon, and even into 2027, in expansion
By Nickolas Diaz published
Exynos wants to move Rumors again suggest Samsung is focusing on expanding its Exynos reach to new devices like foldables in 2026 and more in 2027.

If you're looking at the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, this rumor casts doubt on its battery
By Nickolas Diaz published
Slow your roll Doubt is cast on the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's battery upgrades this year, but there are more rumors to unpack.

Galaxy Watch 9, Watch Ultra 2 just crossed a key checkpoint on the way to launch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Got certified It looks like a Galaxy Watch 9 update is a little more real after a certification listing was reportedly spotted.

For a bookworm like me, the Boox Go 6 (Gen 2) is a tiny e-reader that's hard to ignore
By Nickolas Diaz published
Chapter 1 Boox launched the Go 6 (Gen 2), and it's incredibly hard to ignore this tiny, paper-like eReader that keeps you going day and night.

Update alert: Meta's Ray-Ban Display gets Palm Unlock, real-time call captions
By Nickolas Diaz published
Rolling out Meta was spotted rolling out an update for its Ray-Ban Display that adds a massive selection of new features.

Oh, happy day: Samsung might've started One UI 9 tests on the Galaxy S25
By Nickolas Diaz published
Get going An internal build of One UI 9 was reportedly spotted for the Galaxy S25 series.

Google Chrome tests another massive change to Search that puts AI in front
By Nickolas Diaz published
Significance Google reportedly started testing a huge change to Chrome's Search experience that's all about AI, not a list of relevant links.

Amazon clears the air about its AI-generated images when you're trying to find a specific product
By Nickolas Diaz last updated
Not the way Amazon announced a set of visual search features, and its AI-generated images are the most questionable.

Rumors kick up Xiaomi 18 Pro hype, and it's exactly what we expected
By Nickolas Diaz published
Run it back Xiaomi's next flagship series gets caught up in rumors, and they claim the Dynamic Back Display is returning with some sweet upgrades.

Samsung could return Snapdragon chips to Galaxy Z Flip 8 in 'some' areas
By Nickolas Diaz published
A pair of chips Galaxy Z Flip 8 rumors returned, and they suggest Qualcomm is back on the table.

Samsung Health app is all new: preps features to take the guesswork out of your wellbeing
By Nickolas Diaz published
All-New Samsung announced that a revamped Health app is on the way to users, highlighting a host of new features.

Google gets a dose of social media with 'Search Profiles' to capture new audiences
By Nickolas Diaz published
Follow on Google Google rolls out "Search Profiles," giving users a touch of social media in their Discover feed for videos and more.

Google Home's latest update brings AI 'Memory' for your fur babies at home
By Nickolas Diaz published
For the dogs and cats Google Home keeps its streak, rolls out "Pet Memory" and feature expansions to more users.

After this database listing, it looks like the 'Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra' is for real
By Nickolas Diaz published
The real deal An important certification for a "Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra" might've just cemented its existence.

Google opens the Fitbit Air to creativity: now you can make your own bands
By Nickolas Diaz published
Start Drawing Google opened the design guidelines for the Fitbit Air, meaning designers can create bands and accessories for the fitness tracker.
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