[ad_1] This week at TechCrunch’s StrictlyVC event in Athens — part of the Panathenea festival taking place in the city — I sat down with Niko Bonatsos of Verdict Capital, Andreas Stavropoulos of Threshold Ventures, and Ben Blume of Atomico to ask about the current state of venture investing, the wave of mega-IPOs that SpaceX … Read More “The groupthink boom: what three top VCs really think about the AI frenzy” »
[ad_1] Mitja Rutnik / Android Authority I’m not a proper gamer. I never was one, and I don’t see myself becoming one either. I’ve tried several popular titles on Android and usually got bored a few minutes in. The games these days tend to be too complicated or just unappealing in more ways than one. … Read More “I hate mobile games, but I’ve been playing this one for years” »
[ad_1] Ready, set, run! Consider this your annual nudge from Apple to lace up and earn a little extra virtual bling on your wrist. For Global Running Day on June 3, Apple Watch owners can unlock a limited-edition digital badge by logging at least a 5K (3.1 miles) before midnight. Road runs, trail runs, track … Read More “Earn a Special Edition Fitness Badge on Your Apple Watch For Global Running Day” »
[ad_1] Andy Walker / Android Authority As a part-time Google Pixel user, there’s one thing I miss dearly when switching over from my Samsung phone: Good Lock. The customization suite has become such an integral part of my One UI setup that I’d find it tough to adjust to a stock Samsung experience. Needless to … Read More “Bringing Good Lock features to my Pixel” »
[ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority A recent report found that the US smartphone market is shrinking, and Android phones are taking the biggest hit. Despite rising prices and stock issues, iPhones continue to sell well while Android’s market share keeps slipping. You can point to a lot of reasons for this, including Apple’s ecosystem … Read More “Google isn’t the one ruining Android. It’s the apps you use every day” »
[ad_1] The CREID centers were involved in developing reagents and diagnostic tests, which have been lacking on the ground in the DRC. Public health agencies failed to spot early infections because the tests used were designed to detect the more common Zaire strain of Ebola, which was responsible for previous outbreaks in the DRC. The … Read More “These researchers would be in Africa fighting ebola—but Trump cut their funding” »
[ad_1] A few years ago some City speculators spotted they were more likely to get planning permission if their new skyscraper included a free public roof terrace. Free access to elevated views is always a winner in my book. So yesterday I went up a few. This was all on-the-hoof so I didn’t go up … Read More “diamond geezer” »
[ad_1] The Samsung Galaxy A57 quickly became one of the popular mid-range go-to options. However, if you aren’t relying on a strict budget and you are looking for a better Samsung experience, the Galaxy S25 FE from last year is somewhat close budget-wise, and it’s worth considering. While the Galaxy A57 sits comfortably in the … Read More “Samsung Galaxy A57 vs. Galaxy S25 FE” »
[ad_1] Google’s smart home line-up has been in limbo since 2024, when the company introduced the Google TV Streamer and Nest Learning Thermostat. But on paper, the ecosystem has been stalling for far longer than that. We only had the Pixel Tablet, Nest Wifi Pro, and Nest Doorbell in the two years prior, and the … Read More “This is a make-or-break year for Google’s smart home line-up” »
[ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority Rumors surrounding next year’s Galaxy S27 series have already begun, and the one that immediately caught my eye is the Galaxy S27 Pro — a phone that would have many of the Ultra model’s specs in a smaller size. I would love for the Galaxy S27 Pro to exist, … Read More “I don’t trust the Galaxy S27 Pro rumors, and neither should you” »
