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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Gmail's 'Help me write' can now mimic how you speak to create emails for you
By Nickolas Diaz published
Useful parroting? Google has started rolling out an AI update for Gmail, making the software capable of mimicking how you speak in emails.

Samsung achieves 'Fainting Prediction' on Galaxy Watch, will expand preventative features
By Nickolas Diaz published
Predictions Samsung highlighted its Galaxy Watch's ability to "predict" fainting spells for user safety in collaboration with a Korean hospital.

As if we needed more problems, Pixel users now struggle with wonky eSIMs
By Nickolas Diaz published
Buggy Users' eSIMs are the latest source of problems for them in their Google Pixel, as reports say a staggering bug is causing headaches.

Android 17's first QPR gets a second beta, fixing instability and glitchy gestures
By Nickolas Diaz published
Advancing Android 17 Pixel users are getting another dose of fixes for Google's Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 this week.

Samsung and LG reignite OLED rivalry with morphing, captivating screens at SID Display Week 2026
By Nickolas Diaz published
Stop & Stare Samsung Display highlighted the many innovations it showcased, like morphing car screens during SID Display Week 2026.

Qualcomm unveils a pair of chips: Snapdragon 6, 4 series to improve the features you actually use
By Nickolas Diaz published
Grab some chips Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 6 and Snapdragon 4 series chips emerge for launch, and they pack sweet upgrades for gamers and everyday phone users.

Galaxy Ring 2 rumors say no to 2026, point us toward 'an early' 2027 reveal
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Waiting Room Galaxy Ring enjoyers might have to wait again, as a report says 2026 might not be the year for a sequel, either.

Google just gave me the best reason ever to uninstall Chrome
By Nickolas Diaz published
No one wanted this An unsettling report shed light on Google's unwanted installation of a 4GB AI model that now resides on computers—yes, yours, too.

Major hype: Google's Android Show premieres May 12 to glimpse the future
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Head to the Show Google started teasing what's coming up for its Android Show just before I/O 2026 takes center stage.

Google's May security patch for Pixels is here, targeting charging and display
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Rolling out fixes Google rolls out its monthly security update, which again targets the Pixel 10's display problems, but also fixes a grueling wireless charging issue.

It's happening: Apple's iOS 26.5 prepares RCS encryption with Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
On the way Apple highlighted the upcoming arrival of encrypted RCS messages between iPhones and Androids in its new iOS 26.5 update.

Google Home rolls out a hassle-free automation update, 'Ask Home' heads to PC
By Nickolas Diaz published
Managing the home A major update for Google Home gives users increased automation/starter, and condition support, but its Public Previews prepare for an Ask Home update and more.

If your Pixel Buds ANC toggle is vanishing on you, you're not alone
By Nickolas Diaz published
Where'd it go? Google Pixel Buds users are struggling with vanishing features when interacting with certain menus on their devices.

This one rumored Galaxy Z Flip 8 display upgrade might've brought my interest back
By Nickolas Diaz published
Worthwhile? Galaxy Z Flip 8 rumors have been boring, but this new wave might've just reignited my interest for its summer debut.

These Pixel 11 series leaks are huge, and so is this 'Pixel Glow' design rumor
By Nickolas Diaz published
Interesting so far A major Pixel 11 series leak suggested the specifications Google might provide consumers, alongside huge "Pixel Glow" design details.

Clip this: Netflix's new mobile design is all about short videos and scrolling
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Clip it Kick back this weekend with Netflix's fresh (and much-needed) mobile app redesign that brings "Clips" into our lives.

Google flips the script, reportedly considers putting ads in Gemini app
By Nickolas Diaz published
You like ads? Amid Alphabet's earnings call, a Google executive stated that ads could be headed to the Gemini app after all.

Oura sees a gap in women's health, rolls out birth control support and more
By Nickolas Diaz published
This matters Oura is stepping up its women's health game, announcing the arrival of birth control support and Menopause Insights in an upcoming May patch.

Google Home's camera feed, media controls get upgraded in all the right ways
By Nickolas Diaz published
Spring update Major refinements make a world of difference for Google Home's cameras and Gemini for Home early access.

Major reports say OnePlus, Realme merge, but there's a lot still in the dark
By Nickolas Diaz published
Merged? A crucial report claimed that OnePlus has merged with another OPPO sub-brand, Realme; however, there's much that's still in the dark.

The future of Samsung's Galaxy Books might look more like Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
Android expands Samsung was reported to chase a new Galaxy Book venture, which would see future laptops based on Android, not ChromeOS.

Galaxy S27 Ultra could get a camera shake-up that drops the lesser telephoto
By Nickolas Diaz published
Making a change Losing something? Early rumors say the Galaxy S27 Ultra's camera could shake things up.

Google's Tensor G6 rumors nearly had me hyped, but it might let me down
By Nickolas Diaz published
Hoped for more What the Tensor G6 from Google could offer this year gets discussed, and these rumors might not excite.
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