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Android phones are surviving stuff they really shouldn’t right now
- A Galaxy S23 Ultra spent five hours underwater in a freezing Arctic river and still worked perfectly.
- The phone’s IP68 rating doesn’t cover those conditions, making the survival more surprising.
- Following a recent story of a Pixel 8 that endured four days in a hot tub and came out unscathed.
- Swedish wilderness guide Mikael Krekula accidentally dropped his Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra into the frozen Kalix River, where it remained submerged for five hours before still functioning normally.
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One of Whoop's new wearables has a bug so bad the company is issuing replacements
- Whoop's new screen-less, fitness-focused Whoop MG wearable may have a major bug that renders the device unusable, leading to replacement issuances.
- Complaints on Whoop's forums and Reddit reveal that the Whoop MG can become unresponsive shortly after setup, failing to connect to smartphones even when charged.
- Whoop is advising affected users to try troubleshooting steps like recharging, reconnecting to phones, or resetting the wearable, with replacement wearables being offered to faulty device owners.
- Whoop's subscription model includes hardware costs; the Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG aim to track additional metrics, but access depends on the wearable and subscription level, with issues including denied hardware upgrades for existing customers.
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Polygon
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How to hide in hiding spots in Fortnite
- To complete the Chapter 6 Galactic Battle weekly challenge in Fortnite, players must hide in hiding spots, which are scattered across the island.
- The hiding challenge is part of the Chapter 6 Star Wars season, where players need to use official hiding spots that display the 'Hide' prompt to count towards the challenge.
- Players need to hide three times in different matches to complete the challenge, with options like a pink piñata in the First Order Base, dumpsters in Seaport City, and a piñata in the Canyon Crossing region.
- Choosing strategic hiding spots can help players avoid confrontations and complete the challenge efficiently in Fortnite.
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Just as feared, White House confirms 25% tariffs will impact Samsung and other phone makers
- The White House threatened Apple with 25% tariffs over plans to build iPhones in India.
- Initially uncertain if this targeted only Apple, it now includes Samsung and other phone manufacturers.
- The US administration aims to alter global manufacturing with tariffs to be 'fair' across different companies.
- The White House confirmed the intent to impose tariffs on Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers.
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Trump threatens new tariffs on Apple, Samsung and the EU
- U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested imposing new tariffs on Apple devices and products made in the European Union, as well as on Samsung and other smartphone makers.
- Apple might face tariffs of at least 25% if their iPhones are not manufactured in the U.S., while the EU companies could face tariffs up to 50%.
- Shifting iPhone production to the U.S. could be challenging and costly, with estimates suggesting domestically made iPhones could cost up to $3,500.
- Trump also indicated a potential 50% tariff on EU goods starting on June 1, 2025, citing stalled trade deal negotiations as the reason.
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Polygon
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All Mandalorian locations in Fortnite
- As of an update on May 22, multiple Mandalorian characters have appeared in Fortnite as part of the Chapter 6 Star Wars season.
- There are four Mandalorian NPCs in different locations on the island, each offering different functions like supplying ammo, scouting enemies, specializing in explosives, and providing healing items.
- The four Mandalorian locations and their specialties are: Supply Mandalorian (north of Magic Mosses), Scout Mandalorian (southwest of Foxy Floodgate), Heavy Mandalorian (south of First Order Base), and Medic Mandalorian (west of Outlaw Oasis).
- To hire Mandalorians, players need to complete quests to gain their trust, involving collecting intel and delivering it to a Mandalorian NPC.
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President Trump says his 25% U.S. import tariff on Apple will also apply to Samsung, all other smartphone makers
- President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on Apple, extending to Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers not making products in the US for domestic sale.
- Trump also emphasized a 50% tariff on the European Union without a trade agreement and expects Apple to manufacture iPhones in the US.
- Apple offers trade-in discounts in China until June 18, 2025, and plans to launch smart glasses by the end of 2026.
- Additionally, Apple has abandoned integrating a camera into the Apple Watch and Trump announced a 50% tariff on EU goods starting June 1, 2025.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge review
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a new addition to Samsung's lineup with a focus on bleeding-edge design, being the lightest and thinnest Galaxy phone in recent years.
- The smartphone features a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and impressive camera setup with a 200MP main sensor and 12GB of RAM.
- Despite its slim profile, the Galaxy S25 Edge compromises on battery capacity with a 3,900 mAh unit and lacks a telephoto camera, emphasizing design and portability.
- The phone comes with a 25W wired charging option, 15W wireless charging support, and emphasizes on design over function for users seeking maximum portability.
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Sony's New WH-1000XM6 Headphones vs. AirPods Max
- Sony has released a new set of high-end over-ear noise-canceling headphones, the WH-1000XM6, and a comparison has been made with Apple's AirPods Max.
- The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are priced at $450, making them competitive with the AirPods Max which are priced at $549 but frequently available at a lower price from other retailers.
- Sony's XM6 headphones feature foldable ear cups for portability, a more protective case design, and are lighter and more comfortable for long-term wear.
- Both the AirPods Max and XM6 headphones offer excellent sound quality, active noise cancellation, and similar battery life, but the AirPods Max have advantages in Apple ecosystem integration.
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Sam Altman and Jony Ive crash Google's AI party. Apple wasn't even invited.
- OpenAI acquired Jony Ive's AI startup io for $6.5 billion, stirring concerns for Apple and Google in the tech industry.
- Despite OpenAI gaining momentum, Google impressed at its I/O conference, hinting at a competitive future in AI.
- Jony Ive's startup, focused on a personalized chatbot assistant, poses a potential threat to Apple's innovation challenges.
- OpenAI's acquisition of Ive's startup introduces ChatGPT as a formidable competitor to Apple's developments in AI technology.
- Microsoft's hiring of Jay Parikh from Meta and Google I/O coverage were among other notable tech stories this week.
- Tech industry updates feature Google's stock rise and Apple's decline, along with insights on blockchain pay trends and tech salaries.
- The impact of an iPhone tariff threat by Donald Trump adds to challenges for Apple, while Google gains market cap.
- AI tools like Gemini chatbot and ElevenLabs enable innovative podcast creation methods, as discussed by tech experts.
- Feedback on the article and insights on OpenAI's influence on Apple and Google are encouraged for further discussion.
- The integration of AI technologies in various fields continues to shape the future of innovation and competition in the tech sector.
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A list of every Apple product delayed because of Apple Intelligence
- Apple is facing delays in releasing new products due to the struggles with Apple Intelligence development.
- Three Apple products, including Apple AR Glasses, a Smart Home Device, and a Display with a robotic limb, have been delayed because of the limitations of Apple Intelligence.
- Other upcoming Apple devices like the iPhone 17 models, iPhone Fold, and Apple Watch are also expected to require better AI features for optimal performance.
- Apple is committed to expanding its AI capabilities over the coming years to ensure its products meet the desired standards.
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Apple smart glasses could come as soon as 2026
- Apple is reportedly planning to launch its smart glasses in 2026 with microphones, speakers, cameras, and AI features.
- The glasses are expected to offer features like asking for directions, live language translation, and music listening.
- Unlike Google's AR smart glasses, Apple's glasses may not support AR and the level of self-expression through partnerships is unclear.
- This news comes after earlier reports reshaped user expectations about Apple's AR glasses development, consistent with previous rumors.
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Why Making an iPhone in the U.S. Would Be So Difficult
- President Trump demands Apple to start making iPhones in the U.S. or pay tariffs on imported iPhones.
- Apple has shifted production to various Asian countries but not the U.S., with 80% of iPhones still made in China.
- Making iPhones in the U.S. would be expensive and require doubling prices due to higher costs and smaller population.
- Experts say shifting iPhone production to the U.S. now would be economically unfeasible, especially with potential changes in technology.
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Apple trade-in is giving extra credit towards a new iPhone through June 18
- Apple has raised the maximum iPhone trade-in values temporarily in select countries, offering extra credit towards a new iPhone until June 18.
- Trade-in values increased modestly at Apple, with customers receiving at least an extra $5 but no more than $30 for their old iPhones.
- Although Apple provides a convenient trade-in process, better deals can be found through specialized trade-in services or sites like Gazelle.
- Customers trading in through Apple can receive credit towards a new iPhone or convert it into an Apple gift card for future purchases of Apple products, accessories, apps, media, and subscriptions.
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Save your iPhone by unlocking with an old passcode
- If you forget your new iPhone passcode, you can reset it with your old one within three days.
- To unlock your iPhone with an old passcode, tap 'Forgot Passcode?' after multiple incorrect attempts.
- You can create a new passcode using the old one, which can be used for up to 72 hours.
- To manually expire the old passcode, go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode and select 'Expire Previous Passcode Now.'
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