Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: A significant upgrade

Google's second foray into the foldable market, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, is a substantial improvement over its predecessor. The device, unveiled alongside the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro, boasts significant upgrades across the board.

Google faces stiff competition as it joins a crowded foldable market, featuring devices like the Motorola Razr Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and Z Fold6, as well as the incredibly slim Honor Magic V3 and Xiaomi Mix Fold 4. However, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold aims to distinguish itself by addressing the original Fold's shortcomings while matching or exceeding the competition.

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Apple Watch SE will reportedly get a plastic makeover

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Apple is reportedly planning a significant overhaul of its budget-friendly Apple Watch SE. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman's sources, the company will transition from an aluminum case to a plastic shell, a first for the series since its 2014 debut. This move is driven by a desire to reduce production costs and appeal to a wider audience, particularly children.

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No big changes expected for iPhone 16 series

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Since its 2020 redesign, the iPhone has seen incremental updates rather than groundbreaking changes. This trend is set to continue with the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup.

While last year's Pro model introduced a titanium shell, the core device remained largely unchanged. The Dynamic Island, though hailed as innovative, was more of an interface tweak than a fundamental shift. This year's models will follow suit, offering subtle refinements rather than a dramatic overhaul.

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Apple does a U-turn on changes in the Photos app

The original Photos app design on iPadOS 18 (Photo: Apple)

Apple has made a significant change to its Photos app in iOS 18, backing away from controversial design choices that faced significant backlash. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported in his Power On newsletter that this reversal, while not unprecedented for the tech giant, highlights the importance of user feedback and the potential risks of overly ambitious app redesigns.

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