2026 Toyota RAV4 goes all‑hybrid with revamped software and 52‑mile PHEV range Toyota’s sixth‑generation RAV4 arrives for 2026 with two big storylines: every trim is now a hybrid, and the company’s redesigned in‑car software finally feels fast, intuitive and pleasant to use. The result is a practical SUV with stronger efficiency and a tech experience that won’t immediately push you to CarPlay or Android Auto. Powertrains and efficiency All trims hybrid: Base hybrid pairs a 2.5L four‑cylinder with electrification for 226 hp, FWD standard. Available AWD: Adds a rear electric motor (+~10 hp) for extra traction in low‑grip situations. Plug‑in hybrid (PHEV): Now up to 324 hp (+22) and up to 48 mpg depending on trim. Electric‑only range: Up to 52 miles from a 22.7 kWh battery (usable range reported…

Adobe’s Project Indigo camera app: No iPhone 17 support yet Project Indigo, Adobe’s experimental iPhone camera app that blends computational photography with manual controls, is still not working on the latest iPhone 17 models. For now, Indigo supports devices from the iPhone 12 through iPhone 16 series, leaving owners of Apple’s newest phones waiting for compatibility. What is Project Indigo? Indigo aims to deliver more natural-looking photos by combining Apple’s advanced image pipeline with manual, pro-style adjustments. The idea is to let users steer exposure and detail while retaining the speed and smarts of computational processing. Current status Supported devices: iPhone 12–16 families (as of today). Not yet supported: iPhone 17 lineup. Positioning: Indigo is an experimental Adobe app, so rapid updates and compatibility changes are likely. Why the delay…

Luigi’s Mansion (2001) arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Oct 30 via Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Nintendo is bringing the original Luigi’s Mansion (2001) to the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 30, just in time for Halloween. The title joins the GameCube classics library within Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, which is exclusive to Switch 2 for GameCube content. What’s included and what you need Launch date: October 30. Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 only for GameCube titles within the NSO streaming library. Subscription: Requires Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack (about $50/year). The basic NSO plan ($20/year) does not include GameCube, Nintendo 64, or Game Boy Advance classics. Series completeness: With Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD and Luigi’s Mansion 3 already compatible, the entire series is now playable on…

Smartphone Photography: 12 Quick Tips to Instantly Improve Your Shots Everyone has a capable camera in their pocket, but great photos still benefit from a few fundamentals. Use these practical tips to get sharper shots, stronger compositions and more natural-looking images—no fancy gear required. Use the right lens (skip fuzzy digital zoom) Stick to native steps: 0.5× (ultrawide), 1× (main) and 2×/3×/5× (tele). In‑between values are often digital zoom and reduce quality. Portraits: Use the main or tele lens to flatter faces and reduce distortion. Portrait mode is fine, but watch for haloing around hair/edges. Ultrawide: Best for landscapes/architecture; avoid for close people shots due to edge warping. Long zoom: Telephoto helps for distance, but extreme ranges (e.g., >10× on many phones) can look soft or pixelated. Clean the lens:…

Smartphone Photography: 12 Quick Tips to Instantly Upgrade Your Shots Everyone has a capable camera in their pocket, but great photos still benefit from a few fundamentals. Use these practical tips to get sharper shots, stronger compositions and more natural-looking images—no fancy gear required. Use the right lens (skip fuzzy digital zoom) Stick to native steps: 0.5× (ultrawide), 1× (main) and 2×/3×/5× (tele). In‑between values are often digital zoom and reduce quality. Portraits: Use the main or tele lens to flatter faces and reduce distortion. Portrait Mode is fine, but watch for haloing around hair/edges. Ultrawide: Best for landscapes/architecture; avoid for close people shots due to edge warping. Clean the lens: A quick wipe (microfiber or soft cotton) prevents haze and smears that ruin detail. Focus and exposure: your most…

Smartphone Photography: Quick Tips to Instantly Improve Your Shots Great photos don’t require a dedicated camera — just a few fundamentals. Here’s a concise, practical guide to sharper images, stronger compositions and smarter settings on any modern iPhone or Android phone. Use the right lens (and avoid fuzzy digital zoom) Stick to native steps: 0.5× (ultrawide), 1× (main), 2×/3×/5× (tele). In‑between values are often digital zoom and reduce quality. Portraits: Use the main or telephoto lens for flattering perspective and natural background blur. Portrait mode is fine, but watch for haloing around hair/edges. Ultrawide: Best for landscapes and architecture; it can warp faces near the frame edges. Long zoom: Telephoto is great for distant subjects, but extreme ranges (e.g., >10× on many phones) can look soft or pixelated. Clean the…

Smartphone Photography 101: Quick Tips, Better Composition, and Handy Apps Everyone has a camera in their pocket, but great pictures still benefit from a few core techniques. Use these practical tips to get sharper shots, stronger compositions and more natural-looking images—no fancy gear required. Make the most of your phone’s cameras Use native steps: Stick to 0.5× (ultrawide), 1× (main) and 2×/3×/5× (tele). Avoid in-between digital zoom (e.g., 2.7×) to preserve detail. Portraits: Prefer the main or tele lens to flatter faces and reduce distortion; portrait mode can work but may create edge artifacts. Ultrawide wisely: Great for landscapes/architecture; avoid for close people shots due to warping at the edges. Macro moments: Many phones focus very close with the main or ultrawide—try leaves, textures, food and tiny objects. Clean the…

Smartphone Photography: Simple Settings, Composition Tricks, and Apps to Level Up Almost everyone carries a capable camera in their pocket — but great photos still benefit from a few fundamentals. Here’s a concise guide to sharper images, stronger compositions and the right tools to grow your skills. Make the most of your phone’s cameras Use the native lenses: Stick to 0.5× (ultrawide), 1× (main) and 2×/3×/5× (tele) steps. Avoid in-between digital zoom (e.g., 2.7×) to preserve detail. Portraits: Prefer the main or telephoto lens to flatter faces and reduce edge distortion. Portrait mode can look good, but watch for halo/pixelation around hair. Ultrawide wisely: Great for landscapes and architecture; avoid close people shots because of warping. Macro moments: Many phones focus very close with the main or ultrawide — try…

Smartphone Photography 101: Easy Settings, Smarter Composition, Better Photos Almost everyone carries a capable camera in their pocket—but great photos still take a little know‑how. Here’s a concise guide to getting sharper, better‑composed shots on your phone, plus a few apps to level up when you’re ready. Make the most of your phone’s cameras Use the right lens: Most phones offer ultrawide (0.5x), wide/main (1x) and telephoto (2x/3x/5x). Prefer the native steps (e.g., 1x, 2x, 5x) and avoid in‑between digital zoom for best quality. Portraits: Stick to the main or tele lens to flatter faces and reduce distortion. Portrait mode can look great, but watch for haloing around hair or edges. Ultrawide wisely: Great for landscapes/architecture; avoid it for close people shots (edge warping). Clean the lens: A quick wipe…

iPad Pro at 10: iPadOS 26 + M5 mark its biggest shift yet After a decade of pushing premium tablet hardware, Apple’s iPad Pro finally gets a software leap to match. With iPadOS 26 and the M5 chip, the Pro inches closer to a true laptop alternative: a revamped windowing and multitasking model, a new background tasks API for heavy workloads, improved audio input handling and a better Files app. Meanwhile, the M5’s redesigned GPU adds neural accelerators that dramatically speed up on‑device AI. What’s new in iPadOS 26 Real windowing + Exposé-like view: Swipe up and hold to see all open windows (also via trackpad gestures), designed to feel native across touch, keyboard and trackpad. Background tasks API: Kick off heavy jobs (e.g., video rendering) and keep working in…