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Nothing has teased its Phone 3 flagshipThe traditional glyphs are apparently going awayA July launch is expectedWe've been told that the Nothing Phone 3 is landing in July, but we don't know much more about it than that – except for a couple of intriguing new teasers that have just been posted to the Nothing social media feed on X (formerly Twitter).First up, we have the declaration that "it's all in the details", accompanied by a close-up of what seems to be a detail on the back of the handset. It doesn't reveal much, but it fits in with the quirky Nothing approach to smartphone aesthetics.Speaking of aesthetics, the second teaser says the Nothing Phone 3 is going to do away with the light-up glyphs that have traditionally been on the rear of Nothing phones. If you're unsure what we're talking about, check out our Nothing Phone 2 review.Those glyphs have been a signature part of Nothing phones since the beginning, right up to this year's Nothing Phone 3a and Nothing Phone 3a Pro – but it seems Nothing is going for a more subdued and minimal look with its next flagship phone.Next in lineWe killed the Glyph Interface. pic.twitter.com/wlLHNzzc72May 29, 2025The Nothing Phone 2 launched all the way back in 2023, and Nothing CEO Carl Pei told us that there was no 2024 launch for the Nothing Phone 3 because the company wanted to get the on-board software and AI integrations right.We're assuming that's now been achieved, because Nothing itself has said the handset will launch in July. No doubt, there are more official teasers and unofficial rumors about the phone to come between now and then.At the start of the year, a leaked memo suggested the Nothing Phone 3 would go all in on AI – just like every other phone this year, seemingly – and it sounds like it's going to be a well-specced flagship phone ready to claim a spot on our best phones list.We were largely impressed with the mid-range Nothing Phone 3a and Nothing Phone 3a Pro handsets that launched in March, but it's been a while since we had a fully fledged flagship from Nothing – so expectations are high.You might also likeThe CMF Phone 2 Pro is more than just a bargainNothing is taking on Samsung and GoogleThe Nothing Phone 2a offers some mid-range magic

Tinder helped popularize a modern dating culture that puts looks first, and now the app is trying out a new way to capitalize on it. As part of a test, select Tinder Gold and Tinder Platinum subscribers will be able to set a preferred height range for matches they receive in the app, according to TechCrunch. The feature was first spotted by a Reddit user who noticed the option in the app's "Discovery Settings."

Deciding that you prefer matches who are 5'10" and up won't necessarily weed out the short kings in your area, but it will influence the recommendations the app offers as you swipe. Tinder has long included ways to spell out your preferences in your profile, and plenty of people go further in their bio, signaling that they only swipe right on people with specific features or interests. Making height preference part of the official settings just formalizes things.

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Given how dating apps are already associated with superficiality, though, this feature seems intended to be a bit provocative. It could also reflect how Tinder is approaching its paid subscriptions going forward: not just as a way to increase the reach of your dating profile, but as the official method for exerting granular control over who you match with.

"This is part of a broader effort to help people connect more intentionally on Tinder. Our new product principles guide every decision, and this one speaks directly to a few: prioritizing user outcomes, moving fast, and learning quickly," Tinder's VP of Comms Phil Price Fry tells Engadget. "Not every test becomes a permanent feature, but every test helps us learn how we can deliver smarter, more relevant experiences and push the category forward."

Whether being able to set a height preference becomes a real feature, it doesn't stop people from lying in their dating profile. Though, as TechCrunch notes, Tinder has joked about implementing height verification in the past.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/tinder-is-testing-height-preferences-212414694.html?src=rss

McAfee says Scam Detector hits 99% accuracy, including deepfake spotting on video platformsReal-time scam alerts on WhatsApp, Gmail, and more - but only if you pay McAfeeScam Detector adds flash to McAfee’s lineup, but free rivals could be more practicalMcAfee has begun bundling its new Scam Detector feature into all its core antivirus plans.The tool claims to identify scams before they cause harm and offers real-time scanning of text, email, and video content.The move seems to be in response to the rising threat of AI-driven scams, but it raises questions about whether users need to pay for this kind of protection when several free and similar options exist.Scam detection accessMcAfee says its tool boasts 99% accuracy for text-based threats and claims to detect deepfakes from YouTube and TikTok with 96% accuracy.Built with mobile use in mind, it supports apps such as WhatsApp, Messenger, Gmail, and more, being able to scan Android SMS automatically and allows manual scans on iPhones.Its settings allow users to adjust sensitivity, and it includes on-demand checks by uploading messages or screenshots.“The reality is that the volume, speed, and sophistication of today’s AI-driven scams have become a drain on people’s time, energy, and finance,” said Craig Boundy, CEO of McAfee“By including text, email, and video scam detection within all core McAfee plans, we’re helping to democratize scam protection and empowering people to take control over their digital lives.”However, in order to get access, you must pay for a McAfee antivirus subscription plan, raising the question of whether Scam Detector alone justifies paying for a full security suite - particularly with credible free tools available.The free alternativesOne such free tool is Bitdefender’s Scamio, a chatbot available on Discord. This feature is not plan-locked like McAfee; it is completely free and allows users to scan links, texts, screenshots, and even QR codes for scam detection.The tool uses AI to interpret both context and language, but does not include video deepfake detection. Nevertheless, it is accessible and effective for everyday threats.Google has also rolled out an AI-based scam detector, but only for Pixel phones and only in beta. It scans audio from incoming calls and alerts users in real time if it identifies typical scam language.Like McAfee, Norton, another heavyweight in the antivirus space, integrates its Genie Scam Protection into its plans, though it focuses on identifying scam language rather than just malicious URLs.Users also have to subscribe to get full access to its coverage across texts, calls, emails, and websites.McAfee’s Scam Detector might enhance the company’s standing among the best antivirus providers, but its positioning as a plan-exclusive feature makes it less accessible than alternatives like Scamio.You might also likeThese are the best firewalls around todayHere are the best internet security suites on offer right nowM&S hack may have been caused by security issues at Indian IT giant Tata Consultancy Services