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Vous pouvez transformer un vieil Android en alternative au Raspberry Pi, mais il y a une chose que vous devez savoir avant tout
Alors que la pénurie de mémoire vive (RAM), due à l'essor de l'IA, fait grimper en flèche les prix des Raspberry Pi, voici comment transformer votre ancien téléphone portable petite unité de calcul pour vos projets. OK, ce n'est pas le système d'exploitation Raspberry Pi, mais c'est sur Linux Debian qu'il repose. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Les points clés à retenir pour transformer votre vieil appareil Android en alternative au Raspberry Pi La demande des centres…
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Otterbox and Astropad think iPhone 17 Pro cases will fit iPhone 18 Pro
One of the hidden expenses in upgrading to a new iPhone can often be the need to replace your case when the dimensions differ. That so far seemed a likely bet for anyone upgrading from one of last year’s Pro models to the iPhone 18 Pro, but two accessory makers think not – with one of them going all-in on the bet … Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman tweeted a photo of an Otterbox case already…
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PSA: Do not buy iPhone 18 Pro cases before Apple's launch
Every year, someone brings out cases for the new iPhones early and every year, you risk utterly wasting your money. It's safer to wait. It's not long now until the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro, with the smart money saying it will be on September 9, 2026. Even if that's wrong, though, one thing is unquestionably right: you must not buy a case early. As spotted by Mark Gurman, Otterbox has made cases…
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iPhone 17 Pro Cases Fit iPhone 18 Pro – Or At Least Otterbox Thinks So
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman noted on X (Twitter) today that Otterbox is already selling iPhone 18 Pro cases at Best Buy. While the timing is early for a new iPhone that isn't expected to launch until mid-September, what's more interesting is that Otterbox's packaging indicates the iPhone 18 Pro will fit iPhone 17 Pro cases and vice versa. Gurman passed on the packaging detail without saying whether he agrees with the implied sizing, but rumors…
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iOS 27: 8+ New CarPlay Features
With iOS 27, Apple is introducing several CarPlay features that will improve your in-car experience, both when you're driving and when you're idle in the car. From new video experiences to Siri AI, there are multiple new options to look forward to. Video Apps CarPlay apps can include video browsing capabilities, so you can browse for and watch videos on your in-car display while parked. The video playback feature does not work when a…
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Apple's iPhone 18 Release Schedule: What's Coming and When
Since 2019, Apple has released a more affordable standard iPhone and a higher-end "Pro" variant, giving customers multiple flagship iPhones to choose from. Apple is deviating from its standard release timeline this year and splitting the iPhone 18 launch. We aren't going to get all of the iPhone 18 models in fall 2026, because Apple is holding the standard iPhone 18 until spring 2027. If you want an iPhone in the traditional September timeframe,…
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Google ‘gradually’ rolling out Android’s ‘advanced’ sideloading ahead of developer verification
Ahead of the start of developer verification next month, Google is now rolling out Android’s “advanced” flow for sideloading. As detailed earlier this year, Android is getting a sideloading flow for apps without a verified developer. This “advanced” flow is designed to increase friction for the sake of user protection, with the biggest change being a one-time, one-day waiting period between enabling the install of apps from unverified developers and actually being able to…
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Massive Galaxy S26 FE leak reveals almost everything ahead of launch
What you need to know The Galaxy S26 FE leak reveals a familiar Samsung design with Blueberry, Graphite, and Pistachio colors. Samsung's Galaxy S26 FE could feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Exynos 2500 chipset, and 4,900mAh battery. The Galaxy S26 FE is expected to feature a 50MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide, and 8MP telephoto camera. Now that the flagship phone season, including the Pixel 11 and Galaxy S26 series, is mostly out of the…
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How to check your iPhone's battery health and cycle count
You'll be glad to know if you're buying used. When you buy a new iPhone, you expect it to last. However, all rechargeable batteries are consumable components that chemically degrade over time. As a battery degrades, it can hold less charge, which ultimately affects your device's daily use. Apple provides built-in tools that help you monitor cycle count — the number of full discharges and recharges it has undergone — and overall battery health.…
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Google begins rolling out Android’s controversial new sideloading flow
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. Google’s controversial new rules for installing apps from unverified developers are getting very real fast. We first learned in March that Android would introduce a new process for users who still want to sideload those apps, complete with a 24-hour waiting period. Google has now started rolling out that “advanced flow” ahead of the first checkpoint for developer verification. The news comes…
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Apple's Home Hub Will Have a Widget Gallery With iPhone Widget Support
Apple is working on a home hub that incorporates Siri AI, and it's set to launch as soon as this year. The home hub will use a Widget Gallery that lets users select the content they want to appear on the device's home screen. Mentions of the Widget Gallery were found in macOS Tahoe 26.7, an update that leaked a long list of unreleased Apple products. The strings were found in a file named…
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Here’s everything new for Apple Calendar in iOS 27
iOS 27 is packed with new features for Apple Wallet, Messages, Notes, and other system apps—including Calendar. Here’s everything new for Apple’s Calendar app in iOS 27. Calendar adds a feature in iOS 27 that’s been on my wishlist for years: natural language input. Apple calls this ‘Smart Event Details,’ and it’s powered by Apple Intelligence. Here’s how it’s described: Type events in your own words. Apple Intelligence fills in the title, time, location,…
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Samsung just made dealing with device repairs way easier on Galaxy phones
What you need to know Samsung's new Warranty and care menu in One UI 9 centralizes warranty tracking, diagnostics, repairs, and support inside Settings. See remaining warranty period and Samsung Care+ eligibility for your current device, plus coverage details for every Galaxy product linked to your Samsung account. Built-in Diagnostics tests battery, charging, sensors, touch response, and connectivity, then suggests fixes or points you to repair options. Samsung is adding a new Warranty and…
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You can get an unlocked Google Pixel 11 for as little as $99 at Best Buy (sort of) — here's how
It's official: Google's 2026 flagship lineup has arrived, and there are already plenty of Pixel 11 preorder deals that could make the Android phones cheap (or even free) if you play your cards right. The catch is that most of these offers require some sort of upgrade through your wireless carrier, so folks looking for a no-strings promotion may feel like they're out of luck. Fortunately, Best Buy has you covered. From now until…
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Le Galaxy S26 de Samsung chute à 429 € grâce à un combo malin chez RED
Le Galaxy S26 s’inscrit dans la lignée des smartphones compacts haut de gamme de Samsung, un créneau que la marque coréenne occupe face à des concurrents comme le Xiaomi 17 ou l’iPhone 17. Lancé en mars 2026, il mise sur la puce Exynos 2600 gravée en 2 nm et un écran Dynamic AMOLED 2X de 6,3 pouces pour séduire ceux qui veulent de la puissance dans un format contenu. Le Galaxy S26 est d’ailleurs…
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Best Buy kicks off massive 60th Anniversary Sale, and I found 20+ tech deals that no Android user should miss
Best Buy apparently just turned 60, and the retailer is celebrating this milestone by dropping some incredible tech deals all across its site. Whether you want a smartphone, tablet, or class-ready Chromebook, all of the best Android-based deals from the sale can be found in this guide. The best part is that, unlike Amazon's big sale events, you don't need to be a member to enjoy the savings. Stock is limited and the sale…
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Fairphone's latest repairable phone is finally available in the US for $650
As smartphone designs have become more refined, they’ve also become less repairable. Fairphone bucks that trend, offering devices that can be fully disassembled and serviced using a single screwdriver. But its devices were a pain to get in the US until now. The Dutch company has launched the Fairphone Gen 6+ in the US, offering not only the phone but a full line of accessories and replacement parts so you can keep your phone…
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Les nouveaux PC portables Googlebook pourront interagir avec les smartphones Android
De nouveaux indices viennent confirmer qu’il existera un lien étroit entre les PC portables Googlebook et les smartphones Android. Ces dernières années, de nombreux efforts ont été consentis par Google et Microsoft pour améliorer l’expérience entre un appareil Windows et un autre appareil Android. On n’atteint pas ce que propose Apple au sein de son écosystème, mais les interactions entre l’OS de bureau de Microsoft et l’OS mobile de Google sont devenues bien plus…
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Rothschild's AAPL price target soars to $400 on iPhone Ultra expectations
Financial advice group Rothschild & Co Redburn has raised its Apple price target by a huge $140, specifically because it believes that an iPhone Ultra is a "match made in heaven" for the company. Rothschild & Co Redburn doesn't seem to concentrate much on Apple, and its usual price targets tend to lag behind firms that do, such as Morgan Stanley. But while Morgan Stanley recently dropped its price target by $4 to $360,…
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Google Pixel ‘attack’ plan: 13 million phones in 2026, ending China production next year
A new report details Google’s plans to completely end production in China as soon as next year, while the company is aiming to sell around 13 million Pixel phones in 2026. Nikkei Asia reports that Google will finally complete its long-running effort to move production of its various devices out of China, instead focusing on manufacturing in Vietnam and India. A report earlier this year claimed that Google would mostly leave China in 2026,…
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Smartphones durables : quels téléphones ont les meilleures durées de vie en 2026 ?
L’achat d’un smartphone n’est pas une chose qui se fait à la légère. En effet, acheter un tel produit implique des coûts, qu’ils soient d’ordre budgétaire ou environnemental. Au vu des tarifs imposés sur le marché ces dernières années, beaucoup désirent se tourner vers des modèles capables d’allier performances et durabilité, que ce soit dans une démarche écologique ou simplement pour un meilleur retour sur investissement. Voici quels sont les smartphones les plus durables…
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Only iPhone 18 Pro Max rumored to get variable aperture
A leaker with a reasonable reputation has dropped the news that variable aperture is only coming to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, not both Pro models as previously expected. Variable aperture is a feature that could narrow the gap between iPhone and DSLR photography still further, and it's been rumored to be coming since at least 2024. More recent reports have said the camera component is now in production, but a new leak says…
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Two camera features may be unique to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, suggests leaker
Whether or not you need to buy Apple’s largest iPhone Pro in order to get the best camera features has varied by generation. So far, reporting has mostly suggested that there will be no camera differentiation between the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, but a leaker today casts some doubt on this. Specifically, they say that two new features expect to come to both Pro models “may” now be exclusive to the Pro…
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Le Redmi Note 15 5G de 256 Go est à moitié prix : il chute sous les 160 €
Le Redmi Note 15 5G perd la moitié de son prix. Lancée à 299,99 €, la version avec 256 Go de stockage revient à 156 € sur AliExpress à l’occasion de sa campagne Back to School. Le Redmi Note 15 5G de 256 Go est affiché à 176,59 € sur AliExpress, mais le code PHDFR20 réduit ce tarif de 20 € au panier. Le smartphone est ainsi proposé au prix final de à 156…
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