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Nadeem Sarwar

Nadeem Sarwar

Contributor

Nadeem is a tech and science journalist who started reading about cool smartphone tech out of curiosity and soon started writing professionally. His coverage interests lie at the intersection of science, AI, wearables, and how they affect human lives. He is a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and regularly interacts with scientists and researchers to simplify the advancements in technology for Digital Trends readers.

Aside from keeping a track of the latest developments in the segment, he also tests out the newest gizmos, serves hot opinions about disastrous product decisions, and talks to smarter people for stories that connect tech with our lives.

His work has appeared at reputed outlets like WIRED, Slate, MIT’s Undark, Rest Of World, Al-Jazeera, and NDTV, among others. When he's not busy furiously typing on his precious mechanical keyboard, he likes to play Doom Eternal and cooks weird delicacies.

MediaTek Kompanio Ultra representation on a laptop.

MediaTek’s Kompanio Ultra chip pits Chromebooks against Copilot PCs

MediaTek's Kompanio Ultra, destined for Chromebooks, offers more AI firepower than Windows Copilot PCs and a host of other flagship-tier perks, too.
Computing News
Close-up view of the camera module on Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

You may have to wait longer for Samsung’s svelte Galaxy S25 Edge

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was expected to launch later this month, but the release has reportedly been pushed back a few weeks due to a management shuffle.
Mobile News
Alan Truly smiles in this closeup, while wearing the Varjo Aero VR headset.

VR isn’t just fun. It’s a new hope for early detection of Alzheimer’s

Researchers see VR spaces as a test for spatial memory in people, hoping to look for signs of cognitive decline that are an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease.
Computing News
Phil Nickinson wearing the Apple AirPods Pro and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.

Meta AI glasses leak tips one-eyed screen, Android soul, and high ask

Meta has tasted some unprecedented success with its Stories smart glasses, created in collaboration with Ray-Ban. The premise of a wearable device with onboard cameras, ready to take social media videos, coupled with an onboard AI assistant, has proved hot enough that Meta has even made high-fashion variants for the upscale market.  What they have […]
Computing News
Person looking at a phone while lying down.

Screen usage in bed raises insomnia risks worse than you know

Staring at a screen in bed raises the risk of insomnia by up to 59%, but it’s not solely because we are addicted to a doomscrolling cycle on social media.
Mobile News
Copilot+ PCs being announced from the stage.

Microsoft finally adds missing Copilot+ AI tools to Intel and AMD PCs

Microsoft is finally bringing the Captions, Cocreator, Restyle Image and Image Creator AI tools to Copilot+ machines powered by Intel and AMD processors.
Computing News
Catching up on schedule with Alexa+

Amazon’s next-gen Alexa+ assistant is here, with a few missing tricks

Amazon has finally started the rollout of Alexa+ as an early preview, but it is missing a few advanced features that might take a while.
Audio / Video News
Side profile of leaked Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold renders.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold leak unravels old looks, and that’s okay

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold will reportedly look identical to its predecessor. It’s a bummer, but Google is making more meaningful changes inside the chassis.
Mobile News
Amazon Nova Act performing task in a web browser.

Amazon’s AI agent will make it even easier for you to part with your money

Amazon has introduced Nova Act, a browser AI agent that will surf the web autonomously on your behalf and get meaningful work done.
Computing News
Human and robot hand over ChatGPT.

Humans are falling in love with ChatGPT. Experts say it’s a bad omen.

Humans are falling in love with AI chatbots like ChatGPT, seeking a reprieve from loneliness. Experts tell us it’s a bad omen across the board.
Emerging Tech Features
Audio Overview in Gemini.

I let Gemini turn complex research into podcasts. I’ll never go back

Google’s Gemini AI can now turn boring documents into an engaging two-way podcast. It’s not perfect, but it does a great job of bringing down the boredom walls.
Computing Features
MacBook Pro

The long overdue MacBook Pro design refresh might land in 2026

Apple has been using the same design language for the MacBook Pro since 2021. Half a decade later, we might get a modern makeover with snazzy new upgrades.
Computing News
Magic Keyboard and iPad Pro.

iPad Pro with next-gen M5 silicon could arrive later this year

The next iPad Pro could be one of the first devices to get the Apple M5 silicon. It’s already in advanced testing and will likely hit the shelves later in 2025.
Mobile News
Someone holding an iPhone with the Apple Fitness app open, showing the Custom Plans feature.

Apple’s next major health bet could be an AI doctor

Next year, the Health app will reportedly get an AI coach that offers personalized insights and suggestions based on data collected by various devices.
Mobile News
Top view of the rear shell on the 11th Gen iPad.

The iPad doesn’t need AI, but Apple must fix something else

The new iPad is a fantastic value, but the situation with accessories is terrible, and iPadOS doesn’t make a solid case either, despite functional cutbacks.
Mobile News
Depiction of a brownie and ChatGPT.

The next big role for ChatGPT could be… a brownie expert?

According to a study, ChatGPT could speed up the process of sensory evaluation of brownies, reducing the reliance on human tastes and saving resources.
Emerging Tech News
Alleged render of Samsung Galaxy Z flip 7 FE.

Samsung’s hyped budget foldable phone finally shows its face

As per alleged renders that have surfaced online, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will essentially duplicate the Galaxy Z Flip 6, but will serve a less powerful silicon.
Mobile News
Interacting with Therabot AI App.

Clinical test says AI can offer therapy as good as a certified expert

The first clinical trial of an AI therapist showed significant improvements for people living with depression and anxiety to the same level as a human expert.
Emerging Tech News
Person using a phone on bed.

Staring at a screen in bed is ruining sleep for all of us

According to a large study, using screens at night is delaying bedtimes, reducing the amount of shut-eye time, and the quality of sleep across all age groups.
Mobile News
YouTube Premium Lite view on the iPad.

YouTube tests ad-free links to lure you into a Premium subscription

A small pool of YouTube Premium subscribers can now share custom video links that let the recipients watch videos without any ads, but only ten times per month.
Audio / Video News
The kit for oloid magnetic endoscope (OME).

Tiny magnetic robot rolls inside the gut to look for signs of cancer

Experts at the University of Leeds have created a penny-sized rolling robot that can non-invasively capture ultrasound scans of the gut to look for signs of cancer.
Emerging Tech News
The OnePlus Watch 3 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 showing sleep data.

Smartwatch data could help curb diabetes with guided workouts

As per a clinical study, smartwatches can help drive meaningful exercise routines and lifestyle changes to help people minimize the risks that come with Type 2 diabetes.
Mobile News
AI tab manager in Opera One browser.

Opera One puts an AI in control of browser tabs, and it’s pretty smart

Opera One browser has lately won a lot of plaudits for its slick implementation of useful AI features, a clean design, and a healthy bunch of chat integrations. Now, it is putting AI in command of your browser tabs, and in a good way. The new feature is called AI Tab Commands, and it essentially […]
Computing News
Lock Screen view on the 11th Gen iPad.

Apple iPad (2025) review: The best iPad for most people gets even better

The new iPad is generous with storage, serves a faster chip, and a familiar Apple package without a price hike. It’s not perfect, but gets close to that summit.
Mobile Reviews
Kids with phones

Phones aren’t always bad for kids. Social media does the real harm

According to a study courtesy of the University of South Florida, owning a phone can actually yield positive outcomes. It’s social media that does the harm.
Mobile News
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's camera.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might serve camera tricks worth a long wait

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will reportedly adopt a larger telephoto sensor with a higher zoom range, and might bring back the variable aperture perk.
Mobile News
Researcher agent in action inside Microsoft 365 Copilot app.

Microsoft 365 Copilot gets an AI Researcher that everyone will love

Microsoft 365 Copilot app is getting a deep research tool called Researcher that can access the internet as well as internal data to create long-form reports.
Computing News
AnkerWork B600 Video Bar in use during call.

A bad mic in video calls can upset your hunt for a job or love

According to a study, people whose voice sounds distorted due to a bad mic are deemed less credible and desirable by the listener(s) during online video meets.
Computing News
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 3.

Apple is finally fixing the alarm situation on its smartwatches

Apple is of a thoughtful new feature that will bring some peace of mind to smartwatch users. The upcoming update will give users an option to activate the alarm sound even when the is put on silent mode. The change was first spotted in the update notes for watchOS 11.4 RC (Release Candidate) built, which […]
Mobile News
Gemini’s Ask about place chip in Google Maps.

Thanks to Gemini, you can now talk with Google Maps

In Google Maps, you will now see an “Ask about place” chip after summoning Gemini, which makes it far more convenient to uncover relevant information using a back and forth chat approach.
Mobile News
Enabling off screen fingerprint unlock feature in Android 16.

Android 16 brings a blind fingerprint unlock perk to Pixel phones

The latest beta build of Android 16 brings a new feature to Pixel phones that lets users biometrically unlock the device without ever waking up the screen.
Mobile News
Google's AR smartglasses translation feature demonstrated.

Samsung might put AI smart glasses on the shelves this year

Samsung is reportedly working on a pair of smart glasses inspired by Meta and Ray-Ban’s hit wearable, and could introduce them before 2025 comes to an end.
Computing News
Gemini Live App on the Galaxy S25 Ultra broadcast to a TV showing the Gemini app with the camera feature open

Gemini app finally gets the world-understanding Project Astra update

Project Astra is now integrated within the Gemini Live experience, allowing it to understand and explain the world around you, as seen through the camera lens.
Mobile News
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus's home screen.

iPhone 17 might finally fix Apple’s stingy ways with display upgrades

Apple might finally bring a high refresh rate screen to the vanilla iPhone 17. It could be the most discernible upgrade on this one, aside from a new chip.
Mobile News
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