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With Pictonico!, Nintendo turns personal photos into part of small games, focusing on creative scenes with friends and family.

Just before the FIFA World Cup, Telekom and Sky have reached an agreement for bars and public viewing events in Germany.

DVB-I aims to integrate traditional TV channels and internet TV into a unified guide and automatically select the best reception.

Almost every smartphone comes with a pre-installed feature that can help in searching for ticks. Find all the details at TECHBOOK.

Google has discontinued support for Gmailify and POP3. Users must switch to IMAP and adjust their settings.

A supposed Aldi bargain on Facebook is a nasty scam. Criminals aim to steal personal data and payment information.

The EU aims to expedite the introduction of an app for age verification on the internet. The application is designed to operate anonymously.

Apple has initiated the first test production of the iPhone 19 Pro and 19 Pro Max. The smartphones are expected to feature an all-around curved display.

Micro-LED was long considered the future of TV technology. However, according to a report, Samsung is now largely halting production.

The Switch 2 will be more expensive. Nintendo cites market conditions as the reason for the global price increase.

Google Invests Millions in Eve Online, but the Focus Is on Training DeepMind

An analysis reveals the factors that determine victory or defeat at the Eurovision Song Contest and why Germany has a good chance this year.

A security flaw at Meari made millions of cameras vulnerable, allowing hackers worldwide to access private recordings.

The rise of the Grundig brand began in the 1950s with the radio device "Heinzelmann." But how is the company faring today?

WhatsApp Revamps Photo Selection on iPhone The new preview aims to make images and videos more quickly accessible.

The new AI-powered Siri is expected to arrive in 2026. Apple has now hinted at the capabilities it will actually have.

Criminals Send Fake iCloud Alerts to iPhone Users: How to Spot Phishing Scams in Time

Apple has announced major updates for voice control, VoiceOver, and the magnifier for the iPhone and other devices.

At Google I/O, the focus is all on AI. New Gemini features aim to simplify everyday life, search, and shopping.

The first foldable Apple smartphone, the iPhone Ultra, might face delays. A crucial component is currently causing issues.

Rumors about iOS 27 are intensifying. Details have now emerged about a new wallpaper generator and automated Siri shortcuts.

Gerhard Wenzel has been collecting historical calculators for nearly 50 years and now owns one of the largest collections in the world.

Laser beams can damage camera sensors. Several smartphone users had this experience with the Lidar system in the Volvo EX90.

Spotify is planning "Reserved," an exclusive ticket access program for highly active fans of select artists and tours.

Fans need to brace themselves as Netflix is ending three quite popular series all at once. The final seasons are currently being filmed.

The DFB launches DFB.TV, its own pay-TV service featuring live games, background reports, and exclusive soccer content.

Fans of "Grey's Anatomy" have reason to celebrate. A new spin-off featuring familiar faces and new characters is in the works.

Spotify celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new feature on personal listening history and all-time most-streamed songs.

Fans of "The Simpsons" appreciate not only the stories but also the jokes. However, one long-running gag is no longer part of the show.

After several years of planning, Netflix has officially confirmed an "Assassin's Creed" series. The initial personnel choices are promising.

Amazon Unveils New Series for Prime Video, Focuses on Well-Known Brands and New Formats for Coming Years

More than 13 years have passed since the last installment, but now "Scary Movie 6" is finally set to be released. Initial potential parodies are already circulating.

Lidl will introduce a new bonus system in its Plus app beginning in June. Customers can continuously collect points and secure new rewards.

Amazon Replaces Rufus in the U.S. With Alexa for Shopping The new AI aims to enhance product searches and price comparisons.

Personalized Prices Online? Online stores use personal data to adjust prices. This means surveillance pricing can become costly.

Amazon offers weight loss medications via a platform in the U.S. Prescription, ordering, and delivery are all handled digitally.

Certain smoothie makers sold by Media Markt and Saturn may pose a safety risk and should be inspected.

ING is introducing a new login system. Those who don't switch risk having trouble accessing their accounts.

A new phishing email targets Amazon Prime customers. Why the amount of 8.99 euros is dangerous and what users should watch out for.

Bitcoin and Other Cryptos in Political Spotlight: A New Tax Could Be on the Horizon. This might soon change for investors.

The Sparkasse is discontinuing the S-ID-Check app. Anyone who wants to continue making online payments with a credit card must adapt by the end of 2026.

Telekom is pushing forward with fiber-optic expansion. However, new figures indicate why DSL is likely to dominate for many more years.

Starlink Users to Pay More: Satellite Internet Provider to Raise All Prices Starting June 2026

Russian hackers are targeting routers, compromising data by exploiting security vulnerabilities. TP-Link devices are particularly affected.

According to Vodafone, spam calls are particularly frequent on Wednesdays. Here's why the risk increases and how to protect yourself.

Vodafone's Ultra Hub 7 is its first proprietary router for fiber-optic connections and supports WiFi 7. TECHBOOK provides an overview.

During a raid concerning potential bribery in fiber-optic expansion, numerous properties of a Telekom subsidiary were searched.

While they are supposed to provide fast internet, fiber optic cables could also be used for espionage, experts now say.

Can the internet simply be shut down? TECHBOOK explains why this is technically and legally nearly impossible in Germany.

New Fritzboxes Lose Repeater Mode: Fritz! (formerly AVM) Explains the Reasons and When the Feature Might Return