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Troubleshooting

Why Random Phone Bugs Feel So Personal

Greatly unsettling, random phone bugs feel personal because they threaten our sense of privacy and control, leaving us wondering what they reveal about us.

The New Handset Team
August 10, 2026

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Troubleshooting

How to Narrow Down a Phone Problem Faster

Many troubleshooting steps can help identify phone issues quickly, but knowing where to…

The New Handset Team
August 11, 2026

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13 Best Portable External Hard Drives in 2026

Discover the top portable external hard drives of 2026, including best overall, best…

The New Handset Team
August 11, 2026

Tech Explainers

Parametron: 50S Japanese Computer That Uses Neither Transistors Nor Vacuum Tubes

A 1950s Japanese computer, the Parametron, operated without transistors or vacuum…

The New Handset Team
August 11, 2026

Tech Explainers

Squeak 6.1

Squeak 6.1, the latest version of the Smalltalk environment, has been officially…

The New Handset Team
August 11, 2026