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For skywatchers, 2026 kicks off with a great chance to view Jupiter at its biggest and brightest, according to NASA’s latest set of tips on what to look out for in the night sky over the coming month. But there’s more than just Jupiter to enjoy, so read on to find out more. Jupiter at opposition On January 10, the largest planet in our solar system will be at its most brilliant in all of 2026, so it’s definitely one to catch. “This night, Jupiter will be at what’s called ‘opposition,’ meaning that Earth will be directly between Jupiter and…

Samsung’s upcoming ultra-grade flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, could get multiple meaningful camera-focused upgrades. No, I’m not talking about new hardware, but about software-based refinements aimed at improving the overall photography and videography experience the device offers. According to renowned tipster Ice Universe (via a Weibo post), the Galaxy S26 Ultra will offer reduced lens flaring. This issue is quite prevalent in smartphone cameras, even on high-end iPhones and Galaxy S-series models. To achieve this, Samsung will deploy an “enhanced lens and coating technology.” Samsung may finally tackle lens flare, a long-standing smartphone problem In addition to reduced lens flare,…

The Korean television and display manufacturer LG Electronics is working on its next-generation OLED TV as part of the G-series, along with a new wallpaper TV. According to a Videocardz report, the OLED TV in question is the LG G6 Evo AI, a new RGB Tandem WOLED. The G6 will feature a new “Hyper Radiant OLED” panel with “Brightness Booster Ultra,” which provides up to 3.9x the brightness of a regular OLED TV. More brightness and less glare across a variety of screen sizes Now, the report also mentions “B6” as a reference point. Given that LG’s B-series OLED TVs…

Smart glasses are finally at the point where they don’t scream “tech gadget,” and that’s why a discount like this is worth noticing. The Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer with clear lenses is down to $224.25 (was $299.00), saving you $74.75. If you’ve been curious about hands-free photos, quick videos, and audio you can hear without wearing earbuds, this sale knocks a meaningful chunk off a product that usually sits firmly in the premium category. What you’re getting This version of the Wayfarer includes a 12MP camera, open-ear speakers, Meta AI features, and 32GB of storage. The practical use case is simple:…

If your current mouse feels a little too big, too heavy, or just not “locked in” for fast aim, a small, lightweight wireless mouse can be a surprisingly noticeable upgrade. The Glorious O 2 Mini Wireless is down to $69.99 (was $99.99), saving you $30. That puts it in the sweet spot for a performance-focused mouse that still gives you the freedom of wireless without paying top-tier flagship pricing. What you’re getting The O 2 Mini is a compact wireless gaming mouse designed for speed and control, especially if you prefer smaller shapes or you play with fingertip and claw…

Foldables are fun, but they’re usually priced like a luxury. That’s why a straight-up discount matters. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 256GB (unlocked) is down to $899.99 (was $1,099.99), saving you $200. If you’ve been curious about flipping to a foldable for the first time, this kind of price cut makes it much easier to justify, especially if you want the style and pocketability without paying full retail. What you’re getting The main reason to buy a Flip is the form factor. You get a full-size smartphone experience that folds down into a compact square, which is genuinely nicer in…

After unveiling the X70 Air in October 2025 (an affordable ultra-thin smartphone), the Lenovo-owned smartphone brand Motorola is gearing up to launch its successor, the X70 Air Pro, in the Chinese market soon (via an official Weibo post). The brand has officially teased the phone, indicating that Motorola’s next ultra-slim smartphone could get an incredible camera update that might make he iPhone Air look obsolete. An ultra-thin smartphone with Pro-grade cameras As seen in the latest Moto X70 Air Pro teaser, the phone could feature a triple rear camera setup, not only outdoing the regular version, but also the $999…

If you want to use tech to monitor your fitness, but don’t want to buy a fitness tracker, then you’ve got only a few options. Smart rings are one such pick, but even though they’ve been in the market for over a decade, they’re still not a mainstream gadget. Some are wondering, though, now that more and more options are being released: are smart rings finally ready for the mainstream? The best smart ring may be a tempting buy for people who want to monitor their fitness but want to avoid strapping an entire tracker or watch to their wrist.…

I test earbuds for a living, and throughout 2025 I’ve been watching with glee as a new trend takes the affordable earbud market by storm. In fact, I reckon it’ll take such a hold through 2026 that by the end of the year, our list of the best wireless earbuds will be dominated by budget options. Would you ditch your AirPods for a cut-price alternative? This sea-change in the earbud market is only one of several headphone predictions I have for 2026, because constant changes to tech means shake-ups are expected for everything from the best headphones to open earbuds…

After unveiling the Galaxy A17 5G in August, Samsung is now bringing its $199.99 5G smartphone with Android 15 to the United States. If you’ve been waiting to get your hands on a budget smartphone that comes with long-term software support, a decent multi-camera setup, and a vibrant AMOLED display, you should pay attention to this one. First and foremost, the Galaxy A17 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, making it smoother than the standard 60Hz. A decent 385 ppi pixel density, 800 HBM brightness (enough for indoors, a tad less for outdoors), and…