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A Finnish company just launched a smartphone that blocks tracking at the system level while still running your favorite Android apps. The Jolla Phone promises real privacy without sacrificing functionality.
Millions of Canadians in remote areas will soon get reliable cell service without buying new phones, thanks to satellites connecting directly to regular smartphones. The technology promises to end dead zones across the country's vast wilderness starting in late 2026.
A South African startup is bringing Bitcoin to millions of Africans who can't afford smartphones or internet access, using the same simple text codes people already use to check airtime. Machankura now serves over 39,000 users across 10 countries, processing over $1.2 million in transactions without requiring a single app download.
Scientists can now see the exact moment lithium-ion batteries start to fail, paving the way for charging technology that could make your phone battery last years longer. The breakthrough could transform how we charge everything from smartphones to electric vehicles.
Nearly half of Europeans are choosing refurbished smartphones over new ones, driving a $70 billion market expected to reach $100 billion by 2031. Lower prices and environmental benefits are making pre-owned phones the smart choice for millions.
Affordable smartphones are coming to Africa as 18 manufacturers commit to producing $40 devices that could bring internet access to 700 million people currently living offline. The first pilots launch this year in five countries, with telecom giants and governments joining forces to eliminate the biggest barrier to going online.
Over one million Nigerians now own smartphones and have credit histories thanks to a company that ditched traditional banking rules. More than half are accessing formal credit for the very first time.
A fintech company just helped one million Nigerians access their first smartphones and loans worth ₦231 billion. For informal workers long ignored by banks, it's changing how they earn a living.
Chinese smartphone maker Honor is showcasing a playful new concept that adds personality to your pocket. A tiny robot arm with a camera peers out like a curious companion, reimagining what phones could become.
A groundbreaking trial in rural Kenya and Uganda slashed new HIV infections by 70% using community health workers, smartphones, and existing medications. The success proves that closing the gap between available treatments and people who need them can dramatically reduce infections.
South Pasadena Public Library volunteers are helping adults master smartphones and tablets through free one-on-one sessions. No question is too basic, from turning on a device to sending your first email.
Vijay Shekhar Sharma canceled his 2010 IPO because he saw smartphones would kill his ringtone business. That pivot into digital payments transformed Paytm into India's financial inclusion giant.
An Indian AI startup is putting powerful voice assistants on simple feature phones that work offline and cost just megabytes of space. Millions who can't afford smartphones will soon access AI help in their local languages.
Scientists just invented a thermal imaging lens that costs a penny to make, can be repaired if damaged, and works as well as traditional lenses costing thousands. The breakthrough could bring night vision and heat detection to everyday smartphones and home devices.
India is transforming mountains of discarded electronics into lithium, cobalt, and rare minerals needed for smartphones, electric cars, and AI technology. The country's new recycling push could generate $6 billion annually while reducing dependence on imports.
Scientists in Austria discovered that mushrooms can extract valuable rare earth minerals from contaminated sites and mining waste. This "mycomining" process could offer a cheaper, safer way to recover the metals needed for smartphones, batteries, and AI technology.
Burned out by constant notifications and screen overload, teens and young adults are trading their smartphones for flip phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. The shift toward single-purpose devices is reducing anxiety and helping people reclaim focus in their digital lives.
A Kenyan solar energy company just made smartphones affordable for thousands through daily $0.40 payments. Sun King's new EZ 1 phone brings digital access to families priced out of the mobile economy.
Japan is preparing to extract rare earth minerals from the ocean floor 2,000 kilometers from Tokyo, aiming to reduce its heavy reliance on Chinese imports. The breakthrough test could reshape how nations secure critical materials for smartphones, electric vehicles, and defense technology.
Samsung is unveiling its new Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup on February 25, featuring privacy-protecting screen technology that lets you hide sensitive information from onlookers. The company is sweetening the deal with up to $150 in credits for early registrants.
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