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Last updated: August 13, 2026, 3:04 PM ET

Pixel 11 Series

Google's Pixel 11 lineup launched this week, and the company pledged that Pixel 11 spare parts would be available for seven years. The unveiling event, however, drew sharp criticism; many considered the Pixel 11 event flop with host Trevor Noah to be awkward and poorly timed compared to strategies like Rockstar's. For buyers, the Verizon Pixel 11 Pro deal currently stands as the best preorder offer on the flagship models, though consumers should read the fine print.

Honor Robot Phone

Honor officially launched its unconventional handset in China, calling it a Robot Phone. Honor's Robot Phone features an Agile Gimbal system and a partnership with ARRI for cinematic imaging, plus automatic camera tracking. In a Honor Robot Phone hands-on, one reviewer described it as a surprisingly effective hybrid that works well as both a gimbal and a smartphone.

Apps & Platforms

Instagram rolled out a redesigned logo, and users are already roasting the new Instagram logo online. For those fed up with Spotify, there are plenty of Spotify alternatives to explore. On Android, a simple tweak can save space in your Google storage: changing one Android storage setting might help you avoid paying for more cloud capacity.

Security Policy

In a major policy shift, the US government now allows private companies to conduct cyberattacks on its behalf, potentially reshaping how digital conflicts are waged.