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The iPhone 17 could get a bigger screen, according to new rumorsA jump from 6.1 inches to 6.27 inches is rumoredThe bezels are expected to get smallerWe're getting closer to the expected September launch of the iPhone 17, and the latest unofficial leak to emerge suggests the display is going to grow in size compared to the iPhone 16 – thanks primarily to shrinking bezels.According to well-respected industry analyst Ross Young, the upcoming flagship phone from Apple will have a screen measuring 6.27 inches corner to corner, which is a small but noticeable increase from 6.1 inches on the current model.As 9to5Google reports, various other sources have also pointed towards the same upgrade in recent months, which adds an extra layer of credibility to the rumor. As for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, they're expected to have the same screen sizes as their predecessors, so 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches respectively.That leaves the iPhone 17 Air, which is rumored to have a screen size of 6.7 inches. There's no current model we can compare this to, but it's apparently going to replace the iPhone 16 Plus, which has the same display size of 6.7 inches.The rumors so farThe iPhone 16 Plus, which may be retired this year (Image credit: Future)We've heard plenty about the iPhone 17 over the last few months, including a rumor that the base iPhone model will at last get an upgrade to 120 Hz ProMotion technology, meaning smoother on-screen animations and support for an always-on display.The Pro and Pro Max models are being tipped for a pretty significant redesign around the back, although it doesn't seem that this revamp is going to extend to the base iPhone 17 – which will instead adopt a familiar look.Against the backdrop of ever-changing US tariff policies, it remains to be seen what Apple is able to do with the pricing, and there's persistent talk that we'll have to pay more for the iPhone 17 than we did for the iPhone 16.Meanwhile, we've heard that Apple might be shifting iOS (and its other software platforms) to version 26 this year, to match 2026 next year. However, it seems unlikely that the iPhone series will get a similar number bump.You might also like5 things I want from the iPhone 17, or I'm back on AndroidThe iPhone 17 is rumored to go big on video recording featuresThese are the best iPhones you can buy right now

Firefox 139 has added an AI-powered link preview featureThis summarizes web pages without you needing to click a linkLike all AI generation, it needs time to think – which can be a painWith artificial intelligence (AI) all the rage these days, it’s not uncommon to find your favorite web browser has added a bunch of AI features designed to change the way you surf the internet. Firefox is no exception: as explained in the release notes of its latest version 139 update, the browser has brought AI-powered link previews to its users.Once the experimental feature is enabled, you can activate it by hovering your mouse pointer over a link and pressing Alt+Shift. This fires up a preview box that summarizes key info about the web page so that you can see what it’s about without needing to visit.On first glance, I love this idea. Imagine you land on a web page and you’re not sure if you can trust its embedded links. Or you’re super busy and just want to know if it’s worth clicking through to a linked page. With an AI link preview, you can get artificial intelligence to do the work for you.Firefox’s AI comes into play by showing a set of key points that sum up the main ideas of the linked page, helping you to understand it before you click through. But although that initially sounds great, I’m not totally convinced just yet.A good idea with an annoying flaw(Image credit: Future)I’ve been a loyal Firefox user for 20 years now, and I’ve seen it change a huge amount in that time. And with the rise of AI, I shouldn’t be surprised that developer Mozilla has been leaning into machine learning features in recent years.While link previews feel like a good idea on the surface – for one thing, they let you check if a link is actually what it claims to be without having to click and find out – they suffer from a common AI problem: you have to wait for them to be generated. It’s the same with tools like ChatGPT, where you need to wait for the AI to think up a response. Firefox’s link previews are not instant, and when I tried them out, I found they ended up slowing down my browsing experience.Still, they have to be activated with a specific keyboard shortcut, which means they won’t appear when you simply hover over a link, minimizing the risk of accidental activations. That’s good, since a slow-generating box that obscures the text you’re trying to read would quickly get annoying. As it is, you can activate the previews if you want, or totally ignore them if you don’t.This is far from the only AI tool that Firefox has added over the last year or so. You can now add an AI chatbot to your sidebar, use AI to overhaul your tab groups, and more. And while link previews help it keep up with the current tech zeitgeist, I’m not sure it’s a feature I’ll be using a whole lot right now.You might also likeBest web browser of 2025Mozilla.ai: not another chatbotI’ve been a Firefox power user since it launched 20 years ago – here’s why it still beats Chrome and Safari

Q: My question is how best to set up an Xbox for my kid. I want to know how to control use time and whether I should use my email to set up. – Guillermo from Utah

A: You're in luck! Console parental controls have come a long way from the days of hiding NES systems (or their controllers) from unruly kids. Microsoft, in particular, has made it very easy through its Xbox Family Settings app for iOS and Android, which supports Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One systems. Once you've added your kids to your Xbox family group, you'll be able to manage and see reports of their playtime, restrict access to specific content, require parental approval for purchases and sort incoming friend requests. In typical Microsoft fashion, though, setting up Xbox family accounts can be a bit confusing, so let's go over it step by step.

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How to set up an Xbox for your child

Turn on your Xbox and sign in with your Microsoft account.

Press the Xbox button on your controller, and head to Profile & system > Settings > account > Family settings > Manage family members.

Choose Add to family > Add new.

Unfortunately, Microsoft requires an email address for new accounts. You can either entire your child's existing email if they have one, or choose the Get a new email option to create an Outlook email address. (This may seem a bit absurd for younger children, so if you don't want to create an email for your 6 year old, you may be better off just physically controlling access to consoles like the old days.)

Next, you'll have to verify the addition of a new family group member. You can do so by either choosing This Xbox on the next screen and entering your Microsoft account details, or selecting Their phone/PC to have an email sent to you. In either case, you'll have to consent to the new member.

What is a Microsoft child account?

In its documentation, Microsoft says "a child account is defined as any Microsoft account that’s affiliated with an adult Microsoft account when the age of the child or teen is less than the age of majority for their country or region." These accounts are broken into "Child" and "Teen" categories, which specify age ranges between eight and 12, and 13 to 17. Microsoft notes there can be differences depending on location, like in South Korea where teen accounts range from 13 to 18.

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Are there any issues with Microsoft child accounts?

As useful as the Xbox Family app and child accounts may seem, they can also lead to problems while playing Minecraft, according to comments on Reddit. Reddit user "Microdad_" said they weren't able to gift a game to their child's account, they had to deal with a buggy website to allow them to play Minecraft and after all of that trouble their child still can't play in their realm. User "Electronic_Ocelot825" encountered similar issues, replying, "You are spot on. I go through same [sic] crap and it drives me to the point where I am furious.”

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Microsoft is reportedly sidelining its Xbox native handheld in favor of Windows 11 handheld gaming PC optimizationThe 'Project Kennan' handheld collaboration with Asus is still underwayIt appears to be a direct response to Valve's SteamOS success after it became available for non-Steam Deck handheldsValve has recently taken the spotlight on handheld gaming PCs, providing SteamOS support for non-Steam Deck handhelds – and as a result, Microsoft has seemingly set aside one of its most-anticipated devices to compete with the Linux-based operating system.According to an exclusive from our friends at Windows Central, Microsoft has reportedly shelved its Xbox native handheld momentarily, as it will now shift its focus to Windows 11's optimization for third-party handheld gaming PCs – and 'Project Kennan', a new Xbox-themed handheld in collaboration with Asus.This comes shortly after the launch of a new Lenovo Legion Go S, an officially-licensed SteamOS handheld gaming PC – and it appears as though the revelations of the SteamOS version outperforming the Windows 11 model in gaming may have pushed Microsoft to change its priorities.Windows 11 is yet to feature a 'handheld' mode or anything that focuses on portability to help streamline the handheld gaming experience. While software like Armoury Crate (alongside tools like Xbox Game Bar) has helped handheld gamers with quick game access and other necessary TDP adjustment settings, it's had a hard time matching up to the SteamOS experience for gamers.It's not exactly clear whether the codenamed handheld, Project Kennan, will come in the form of a long-awaited Asus ROG Ally successor. However, it's clear that Valve's success has lit a fire under Microsoft to take handheld gaming seriously – and rightly so, as many would argue.Analysis: Gamers, this is exactly why voicing your frustrations matters(Image credit: Microsoft)If there's anything Microsoft's reported actions highlight, it's that voicing your complaints and frustrations does indeed work. I say this because I can almost guarantee that without the praise of SteamOS and the recent criticisms of Windows 11, Microsoft wouldn't lift a finger.The same case applies to the sudden rise of game prices. I'm still very concerned and adamant about shooting down $80 game prices, since Nintendo kick-started it. Instead of just 'accepting it' and letting it become a precedent, let your displeasure about it be known as much as possible.Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo are all more than capable of doing better and being reasonable with consumers, and the only thing I've ever seen work is protesting against measures that are out of line.I could go on about Sony's PS Plus and Microsoft's subscription services, just for console gamers having access to multiplayer, and just how absurd that truly is – but ultimately, it's an example of what happens when we let things slide or become normalized.Regardless, I'm pleased to hear that Valve has essentially been a catalyst for Microsoft to take handheld gaming and Windows 11 optimization more seriously, because it's been needed for a very long time now.You may also like...New update for Windows 11 24H2 is the most feature-packed for some time, delivering some seriously useful additionsThe new SteamOS beta already has fixes for non-Steam Deck handhelds – here's why it's better than Windows 11 for gamingForget the Nintendo Switch 2 – I’m more excited that Microsoft could be making Windows 11 gaming handhelds even better with a new ‘handheld mode’

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei claims major white-collar layoffs are on the horizonUnemployment could spike to 20%Anthropic develops AI models designed to do tasks traditionally done by humansThe CEO of AI firm Anthropic, creators of ChatGPT rival ‘Claude’, has warned the US Government about the possible ‘mass elimination’ of entry-level jobs across law, technology, finance, and other white-collar fields.Dario Amodei predicted up to half of all entry-level white-collar jobs could be taken by AI, leading to unemployment of as much as 20% in the next one to five years.Amodei warned most workers are “unaware” that this job apocalypse is imminent; "It sounds crazy, and people just don't believe it", adding AI has the potential to affect society in positive and negative ways; "Cancer is cured, the economy grows at 10% a year, the budget is balanced — and 20% of people don't have jobs."Shifting sandsIt’s worth noting Anthropic is one of the organisations leading the charge in developing technology designed to replace humans.The warnings that Amodei and others share about the potential impact on unemployment and short-term economic turmoil come with no mitigation plan; "We, as the producers of this technology, have a duty and an obligation to be honest about what is coming."Axios outlines that Steve Bannon, long time advisor to President Trump and influential media personality, also envisions a scenario in which entry level positions are “eviscerated,” which correlates with the almost 2% rise in tech sector layoffs seen thanks to AI already in 2025."I don't think anyone is taking into consideration how administrative, managerial and tech jobs for people under 30 — entry-level jobs that are so important in your 20s — are going to be eviscerated."This isn’t necessarily the only outcome long term though, with over 55% of companies in the UK who replaced workers with AI ultimately coming to regret their decision, indicating that perhaps the technology isn’t as potent its marketing suggests.Via AxiosYou might also likeTake a look at our picks for the best AI tools aroundCheck out our choice for best antivirus softwareGenerative AI isn't biting into wages, replacing workers, and isn't saving time, economists say

Pixel phones could soon support themes, according to new codeIt lets customizations be applied more quicklyThe feature may arrive with Android 16After showcasing the big update at Google I/O 2025 earlier this month, Google is all set to launch Android 16 in the coming days, at least as far as Pixel phones are concerned – and it looks as though Pixel devices are also in line for a major customization upgrade.The team over at Android Authority has spotted evidence of a Pixel themes feature hidden in the code for the latest Android 16 beta. While the feature hasn't gone live yet, it looks as though it's close to completion.Many other Android handsets, including the best Samsung Galaxy phones, already offer themes: they let you group together wallpapers, color schemes, and icon packs together in a single bundle, and you can then apply them with a single tap.It looks as though themes would be available via the current wallpaper and lock screen settings on Pixel phones, available through the Wallpaper and style section in Settings. It would also be quite a prominent option, based on the existing code.Coming soon?A new visual language is heading to Android (Image credit: Google)It's not clear whether you'll be able to view a gallery of themes provided by Google and perhaps other users, as well as creating your own customization combinations. On Samsung phones, there's a large gallery of theme options to pick from.Another question we have is whether this feature is going to be ready in time for the official, stable Android 16 release: the rumor is that we might see that coming on Tuesday, June 3, though that's yet to be confirmed.It's possible that Google will wait for a later Android 16 release before pushing out themes and making them available to Pixel owners. Other Android phone makers will then be able to use (or not use) Google's theme code as they see fit.Upcoming changes we do know about in Android 16 include better battery health monitoring (for newer Pixels), improved security features, and a revamped, more modern look for the interface that's being called Material 3 Expressive.You might also likeSamsung's next foldables will launch with Android 16These are the best Pixel phones you can buyAndroid 16 may add its own version of iOS StandBy Mode