Sony’s new XM6 headphones are surprisingly easy to repair, even for battery replacements

Sony’s new XM6 headphones are surprisingly easy to repair, even for battery replacements

TL;DR iFixit’s teardown of Sony’s latest flagship headphones reveals some welcome repairability improvements. The WH-1000XM6’s battery is secured with screws instead of adhesive, allowing for easier replacements. The headphone’s drivers, USB-C port, audio jack, and button board are also much easier to access. Sony recently unveiled the WH-1000XM6, the highly anticipated successor to one of…

Here’s a good look at Google Contact’s upcoming Pixel VIPs widget

Here’s a good look at Google Contact’s upcoming Pixel VIPs widget

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new “Pixel VIPs” home screen widget within the Contacts app that centralizes info from key contacts. The widget shows recent calls, messages (including WhatsApp), location data, birthdays, and allows notes for up to eight key people. The widget is still in its testing phase and…

Bitcoin traders still expect new all-time highs in 2025

Bitcoin traders still expect new all-time highs in 2025

Key takeaways: BTC futures and options show stable investment sentiment despite the recent price correction. Macroeconomic uncertainty and the escalating US trade war reduce the odds of Bitcoin retesting its recent all-time high. Bitcoin (BTC) fell 5.5% between May 27 and May 30, retesting the $104,000 level for the first time in 11 days. Despite…

Get Google Fi Wireless for half off, or as low as $11.50 for 4 lines

Get Google Fi Wireless for half off, or as low as $11.50 for 4 lines

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority As you’d expect, there are a few limitations and qualifications here: You must be a new customer or have been without service for more than 180 days. You must activate the line within 30 days of redeeming the promotion, and it will expire 18 months after redemption. You must sign…

Bitcoin heads toward $100K, but BTF futures predict recovery

Bitcoin heads toward $100K, but BTF futures predict recovery

Key takeaways: Bitcoin price metrics show restrained profit-taking and strong support near $96,000–$104,000. A $3.7 billion open interest drawdown reset an overheated market and preps BTC for a possible rebound. Bitcoin (BTC) is down 4.50% for the week and could revisit the $100,000 level over the next few days, but data suggests that prolonged trading…

Android 16 QPR1 beta’s background blur issue has a simple fix

Android 16 QPR1 beta’s background blur issue has a simple fix

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 introduces a background blur effect in the app drawer, keyguard, and other areas. Activating Battery Saver will disable the background blur effect. Background blur consumes more power, so the setting turns the feature off. Google rolled out the much-anticipated first public beta for Android…