Trouble at Market Launch Users Report Damaged Switch 2 Fans in the U.S. discovered that the display on their Nintendo Switch 2 was damaged. The cause was an accident by a retail chain.
New Standard iPhones May Soon Charge Faster Wirelessly New MagSafe chargers have appeared at Taiwan's NCC regulatory agency, promising faster charging with the iPhone.
Damages in the billions Amazon Fire TV Sticks Allegedly Promote Streaming Piracy Amazon products are allegedly enabling piracy. The widely used Fire TV Sticks are at the center of this issue.
At WWDC 25 Huge AirPods Update Brings Numerous New Features Apple's AirPods are set to receive a significant update with iOS 26, adding a range of new features.
Travel eSIM Vodafone Launches Global Data Option–But a Cost Trap Looms With the new Travel eSIM, Vodafone offers travelers a data option that can be used worldwide without needing to change SIM cards.
Deletion Request End of 007? Major Dispute Erupts Over James Bond How Long Will 007 Last? A so-called deletion request for James Bond is indeed pending, threatening the future of the brand.
Urgent Need for Action Critical Chip Security Flaws Threaten Numerous Smartphones Qualcomm has released numerous patches for vulnerabilities in its chips–but it may take time before smartphones are protected.
Starting July 31 Samsung Announces Account Deletion–Users Must Act Samsung to Delete All Inactive Accounts and Data After 24 Months Starting July 31, 2025
In the EU Apple in Dispute: Are Popular iPhone Features Disappearing? The EU is forcing Apple to open core technologies to third parties. Will the company respond by withdrawing features like AirDrop from Europe?
Manufacturer Warns What Nintendo Switch 2 Owners Should Never Do For many, it may be a reflex or part of the ritual when unboxing. However, one should not remove the protective film from the Nintendo Switch 2.
Techbook GameZone 5 of the Best Story Games for Thrilling Hours Many video games captivate not only with their gameplay but also with their storytelling. That's why TECHBOOK presents five of the best story games.
Available Starting June 5 Why Retailers Are Now Advocating for Caution When Buying Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles The packaging of the Nintendo Switch 2 could potentially become an issue, particularly for average consumers.
Market Launch in 2027 Sony Plans New PlayStation Handheld for PS5 Games Sony is reportedly planning a new PlayStation handheld. New rumors circulating now sound promising.
New Console Why Nintendo Requires a Phone Number for the Switch 2 GameChat for the Nintendo Switch 2 aims to bring players closer together. However, they will need to share their phone numbers to do so.
Epic Wins Fortnite Returns to the US App Store Epic Games Wins Dispute: Fortnite Returns to the App Store in the U.S. and Could Challenge Apple's Fee Model
Long Desired Planned WhatsApp Feature Allows Users to Hide Their Phone Numbers WhatsApp is working on introducing usernames. In the future, users will be able to chat anonymously without revealing their phone numbers.
Launch Possibly as Early as June Pixel 10 Overview: Google's Planned Innovations for Its Smartphone The new Google Pixel 10 may arrive earlier than many expect. TECHBOOK knows what new features it is likely to include.
Rated as "Good" (1.6) Three Smartwatches Stand Out, According to Stiftung Warentest According to Stiftung Warentest, a German consumer organization, three models will share the title of best smartwatch for 2025.
Ascension Day False Closures on Google Maps Paralyze Traffic in Germany A glitch in Google Maps caused confusion for drivers on Ascension Day. Incorrect information about road closures disrupted travel.
Collage, Music, Stickers, ... WhatsApp Announces Several New Features for the App WhatsApp is currently testing a logout option for smartphones. Additionally, users will soon receive new status features with creative tools.
According to Report No iOS 19? Apple Reportedly Plans Major Update Overhaul Apple is reportedly planning to introduce iOS 26 instead of iOS 19. This change is expected to affect not only iPhones.
Despite Energy Savings Devices You Should Never Unplug! If you want to save energy, one way is to unplug electrical devices. However, in certain cases, this can be harmful!
Rumor Check Will the iPhone Get a 200-Megapixel Camera? Apple is reportedly testing a new 200-megapixel camera for the iPhone. But how likely is it that this will actually happen?
New Patent Apple May Fundamentally Change Smartwatch Design Apple has filed a new patent related to the display of the Apple Watch. TECHBOOK reveals what's behind it.
TECHBOOK Editor Upset Premium Lite with Even More Ads! "YouTube Pushes Users Toward Expensive Subscriptions" Starting June 30, 2025, ads will also appear in YouTube Shorts for Premium Lite subscribers. This change has greatly upset customers.
Unusual Action Loyal Disney+ Customers to Benefit from Bonus Disney+ has launched Perks, a new benefits program offering discounts, free offers, and exclusive sweepstakes for subscribers.
Cast Confirmed Harry, Hermione and Ron Cast for 'Harry Potter' Series Warner has cast the new Harry, Hermione, and Ron for the "Harry Potter" series. All the actors are still unknown.
20 Years Later Sequel to Cult Film 'The Devil Wears Prada' Planned 20 years after the first installment, "The Devil Wears Prada 2" is in the works. An initial plot summary has been announced.
Rights Secured Through 2030 Disney+ to Stream Live Soccer in Germany Soon Disney+ to Enter Live Soccer in 2025, Broadcasting All UEFA Women’s Champions League Matches Through 2030.
From the "Game of Thrones" Creator One of the Most Successful Video Games of All Time Is Being Adapted into a Film After rumors circulated, an "Elden Ring" film is officially in the works. George R. R. Martin is already on board.
Streaming Netflix Plans More Ads in Its Cheapest Subscription Netflix subscribers on the cheaper ad-supported subscription should expect more ad interruptions starting in 2026.
"Peak Points" YouTube Plans Ad Placement at Key Points in Videos YouTube plans "peak points" innovation for ad placement so ads appear at special moments in videos. TECHBOOK has more.
100 Million Viewers 'Fallout' Series—Season 3 Already Confirmed Before the second season even aired, Amazon confirmed a third installment of the "Fallout" series. An unusual move.
Starting July 1 DHL Raises Package Prices for Private Customers–What You Need to Know Starting in July 2025, DHL will implement new pricing for private customers on international shipments. Many shipments will become more expensive.
What's Behind It Amazon has removed 24 billion products from its store As recently revealed, Amazon has removed billions of products from its store. There is a central reason for this, but customers also benefit.
Online Shopping Amazon Scam "Brushing": Why You Receive Packages You Never Ordered At Amazon and other online retailers, a practice known as "brushing" can occur. We explain this phenomenon.
In the EU and the U.S. New Rules for the App Store Put Apple Under Pressure Apple must open the App Store to external payment links and has been fined for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act.
Update ING App Gains Feature Previously Available Only in Browser With the new ING app update to version 8.20.1, international money transfers are now possible directly via mobile.
Customers Surprised Amazon Pays Customers for Years-Old Returns Some customers in the U.S. are currently reporting unexpected refunds from Amazon. This sudden windfall could have two reasons.
Even Jeff Bezos Had to Laugh The Craziest Amazon Order of All Time In the early months after its founding, there was a particularly unusual Amazon order. In 2002, Jeff Bezos recounted the story.
"Buy for Me" Amazon Should Now Shop Automatically — Even Outside Its Own Store Amazon is currently testing "Buy for Me," a feature supported by AI and intended to make searching for alternative online stores superfluous.
For Secure Payment Transactions How to Protect Yourself Against Errors and Fraud when Making ransfers There are numerous victims of bank transfer fraud every year. Read on TECHBOOK how you can protect yourself!
For Fiber Optic and DSL AVM Unveils New Outdoor Repeater and Wi-Fi 7 Fritzboxes AVM Unveils New Outdoor Repeater and Wi-Fi 7 FritzBoxes for Fiber Optic and DSL at ANGA COM
No Longer Safe U.S. Intelligence Warns Against Using Certain Routers The FBI has issued a warning about certain Linksys routers, stating they pose a significant security risk.
Successor to 5G What the Next Generation of Mobile Networks, 6G, Will Bring 6G, the successor to 5G, is on the horizon. The introduction of this new mobile technology in Europe is anticipated around 2030.
Known for winSIM, PremiumSIM, ... Who Is Behind Drillisch? History of the Mobile Phone Provider With brands, smartmobil, winSIM, and PremiumSIM, Drillisch operates as a wireless services discounter and DSL and fiber optics provider.
Project by Nokia Why the Moon is Now Getting a Mobile Network Nokia is to bring mobile communications to the moon. This is part of NASA's Artemis mission, which will soon take people back to the moon.
Did You Know? What is the Difference Between WLAN and WiFi? While we talk about WLAN networks here in Germany, the word WiFi is used abroad. What is the difference between WLAN and WiFi?
No longer safe Well-known manufacturer calls for the disposal of certain routers In a current security notice, D-Link calls for certain routers to be removed from service and replaced with newer models.
Available immediately FritzOS 8 is here! Major Fritzbox update brings numerous new features Once a year, AVM releases a major FritzOS update. This year it is FritzOS 8.0, which brings over 60 new features to the Fritzbox.
Cell Broadcast How the nationwide warning day on September 12 works The nationwide warning day is a project to integrate an efficient alarm system. On September 12 at 11 a.m., it will be correspondingly loud.
Bring Back the Classic Layout Annoyed by the Windows 11 Start Menu? Here's How to Move it Back to the Right Place