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Promotional image for OuttaFocus. A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, with the Photography Kit fitted.

I turned my phone into a camera, and I don’t want to go back

What happens when you take one of 2024's best smartphone cameras and add a wild photography accessory to it? Something incredible, that's what.
Google Pixel 8 in white and pink.

Google is going to change Pixel phones forever, and I can’t wait

There are a lot of big changes coming to the Pixel lineup this year. And you know what? I can't wait to see what Google has in store.
Purple iPhone 14 (left) and a green iPhone 15 in hand.

10 reasons you should buy an iPhone in 2024

We all know the Apple iPhone is great. But when you get down to it, why should you really buy an iPhone in 2024? Here are a few reasons.
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's rear panels.

iOS 18 could make my iPhone look like Android, and I hate it

Rumors suggest iOS 18 will provide more home screen customization for the iPhone, just like Android, and I am worried about the repercussions this may have.
Two Moto G 5G 2023 smartphones lying on top of each other.

Motorola is ruining cheap Android phones

Motorola used to make some of the best budget phones on the market. In 2024, it's doing the exact opposite.
Person wearing OnePlus Watch 2 with a green strap on their left wrist.

The OnePlus Watch 2 is the Wear OS smartwatch I’ve been waiting for

Despite lacking crucial features like wireless charging and ECG, the OnePlus Watch 2 is the right step toward a flourishing Wear OS segment.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and S Pen stylus on its screen.

5 things I want to see in the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is still a ways away. However, when it gets here, there are a few key features I really want to see.
Mophie Cherry Blossom 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe.

Mophie made one of the cutest iPhone accessories I’ve ever used

Do you want an iPhone charger that's powerful, convenient, and way too cute? Mophie has exactly what you've been looking for.
A person wearing the Withings ScanWatch 2.

I revisited the Withings ScanWatch 2, and it didn’t go well

After returning to the Withings ScanWatch 2, I was left with the thought that a different type of wearable may be the better purchase. Here's why.
iPhone 15 Pro Max lying on the ground surrounded by leaves.

5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 15 Pro Max

Are you thinking about picking up an iPhone 15 Pro Max? Before you do that, consider buying one of these other phones instead.
A selection of widgets on an iPhone home screen.

I found 16 new widgets for iOS 17 that you have to try

One of the best features of iOS 17 is interactive widgets, and I've already found 16 apps that use the new widgets incredibly well.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 9, showing the Snoopy watch face

Why you shouldn’t buy these 5 Apple Watch Series 9 alternatives

The Apple Watch Series 9 is the best smartwatch for your iPhone. Here's why you should buy it instead of these other wearables.
RedMagic 9 Pro back with built-in lights on.

I used a gaming smartphone for a week. Here’s how it surprised me

Gaming phones are known for over-the-top designs, powerful performance, and underwhelming cameras. I used the RedMagic 9 Pro to find out if it's any different.
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

Android 15 has two hidden features you’re going to love

Google will reveal all about Android 15 at in May. But it has already shipped two notable features in the developer preview that I can't praise enough.
A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

I just got one of 2024’s most interesting phones. Here are 5 things I can’t wait to try

I'm reviewing the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, one of the most interesting phones to come out this year, and these are the five things I can't wait to try with it.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 (left) and Galaxy Z Fold 5 rear panels.

Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 or wait for the Z Fold 6?

If you want a foldable phone, then Samsung is a great option. But should you get the Galaxy Z Fold 5 now, or wait for the Z Fold 6? We have the answer.
OnePlus 12 in hand with OnePlus 12R in the background.

Don’t buy the OnePlus 12 — 6 reasons to wait for the OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 12 is an excellent phone, but there are a few reasons why you should wait for the OnePlus 13 if you can.
Words displayed on an iPhone's screen in the Notes app, with the keyboard below them.

My iPhone’s keyboard is driving me crazy

One, simple, three-letter word is causing me problems on my iPhone. And it's driving me crazy.
The curved screen on the Apple Watch Series 9.

Why you shouldn’t buy a new Apple Watch right now

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 are both incredible smartwatches. But there are two reasons you shouldn't but them right now.
A person holding the Nuu B30 Pro.

I thought I’d hate this cheap Android phone. It proved me wrong

I wasn't expecting much from the Nuu B30 Pro before I got it out the box, but once it was in my hand, I was pleasantly surprised. Here's what you get for $300.
Someone holding the Bay blue Google Pixel 8 Pro.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 8 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is Google's best ever Pixel phone. But there are alternatives. Here are five other phones you should buy instead.
An iPhone on a table with the Siri activation animation playing on the screen.

We may have just learned how Apple will compete with ChatGPT

Apple might look to boost your device’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities by loading Google Gemini into iOS and macOS, a new report has claimed.
A person holding the Oura Ring 3rd generation Horizon and Heritage model.

Nothing can stop the Oura Ring

There are more smart rings on the market than ever before. But no matter what, it seems like nothing can stop the Oura Ring.
iPhone browser apps

8 iPhone browser apps you should use instead of Safari

Safari is the default web browser for every iPhone. But what if you want something different? Here are the best Safari alternatives available in 2024.
A person wearing the Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses, taking a photo.

What they don’t tell you about wearing a camera on your face

We're all used to taking photos with our phones. But what about using a camera that's strapped to your face? It's unique, weird, and wonderful.
OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition.

This new Android phone is one of the most stunning I’ve ever seen

Smartphone designs today are boring. Thankfully, this new one from OnePlus is anything but. Here's a hands-on look at the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition.
Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Google Messages vs. Samsung Messages: Which app should you use?

If you have a Samsung phone, you can do your texting in either Samsung Messages or Google Messages. But which should you choose? We have the answer.
Belkin Stand Pro with iPhone 14 Pro Max mounted in StandBy mode.

I tried Belkin’s ridiculous new iPhone accessory — and I love it

The Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro is one of the most ridiculous iPhone accessories of 2024. But it's also fantastic, and I tested it out.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 9.

8 watches you should buy instead of an Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is brilliant, but there are also excellent alternatives to consider. Here are eight watches you should buy instead of an Apple Watch.
Rear transparent shell of Nothing Phone 2a.

The Nothing Phone 2a has an incredible feature no one’s talking about

The Nothing Phone 2a is a great budget smartphone with a unique design and solid specs. But there's another, more impressive feature not many are talking about.
Someone wearing the OnePlus Watch 2.

OnePlus told us the secrets behind its one-of-a-kind smartwatch

The OnePlus Watch 2 marks a bold entry into the world of Wear OS smartwatches. OnePlus told us exactly how it came together in an exclusive interview.
A person wearing Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses.

I’m replacing my normal glasses with smart glasses. Here’s why

I'm going to try living day-to-day with the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses instead of my regular non-smart glasses. Here's why, and what I hope to learn.
A person holding an iPhone 15 Pro Max with a Casetify x Le Sserafim case.

I said I wouldn’t do this to my iPhone, but did it anyway

I said I wouldn't use a case on my iPhone 15 Pro Max, but something happened that has seen me go back on my word.
The back of the iPad Air 5.

I’m worried about Apple’s new iPads

Whispers suggest we may see new iPads next week. But unless it's something drastically different, I'm not that excited.