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OnePlus 13T

4 big battery phones the OnePlus 13T will need to compete with

The OnePlus 13T is said to have a 6,260mAh battery, which is huge. other Here are four phones that have batteries just as big.
Xfinity

Xfinity Mobile Premium Unlimited Plan: 5 things you need to know

Xfinity Mobile's new Premium Unlimited plan introduces a slew of perks you should know about.
Leaked render of Google Pixel 10 angled view from front and back.

Google Pixel 10: everything you need to know

Ready to upgrade to Google Pixel 10? Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Pixel phone.
Direct camera take in Edits app by Instagram.

I tried Instagram Edits and it’s a must-have app for creators

Instagram's new Edits app is a fun, low-effort pathway to editing and posting videos. It has a decent selection of tools, but the real winner is a homely feel.
oppo find x8 ultra review 2

How is your phone camera tested? I flew to China to find out

Smartphone cameras have firmly entered a golden era of excellent, but what goes into testing them? I flew to China to find out, here's what I discovered.
Gemini Live running on Google Pixel 9a.

Google Gemini: Everything you need to know

Google Gemini is a powerful artificial intelligence that can simplify day-to-day tasks. Here's what you need to know.
Snowboarding with Insta360 x5

Insta360 X5 might be the most practical 360 camera yet

Insta360 brought 8K recording capabilities to its X-series with the launch of the X4 in 2024. This year, the company is focusing on delivering better quality footage while making its 360-degree camera tougher than ever. While there’s no Leica-powered lens like in the Insta360 One R or Ace Pro lineup, the new X5 includes a […]
A person using the Amazon Kindle Scribe and its stylus.

Why I love the Kindle Scribe, and it’s not for reading or taking notes

I thought the Amazon Kindle Scribe would be the big-screen e-reader I wanted, but its stylus and software introduced me to another, long-forgotten joy instead.
AI translation app on the Oppo Find X8 Ultra

I thought Google had the best AI translation app, but I was wrong

I thought Google had the best AI powered translation app, but a recent trip to China showed me I was wrong. Here's the app that beat it, powered by DeepSeek.
The buttons on the iPhone 16e

The iPhone should copy this Android phone’s shortcut button feature, here’s why

The iPhone may have launched the current trend of Action Buttons, but one Android phone maker has figured out a better solution. Here's why the iPhone should copy this specific feature.
Person holding a phone depicting Micron's UFS 4.1 storage module.

Expert reveals the phones AI fans need to push Gemini & ChatGPT to the limit

A Micron executive details how enhancements to RAM and storage technology are going to speed up AI operations on next-gen smartphones coming to the market.
Rear shell of 2021 iPad Pro.

My main computer is an M4 iPad Pro, but a 2021 iPad still surprises me

The 2021 iPad Pro with an M1 silicon was a venerable beast upon its launch. When pushed in 2025, it still managed to wow me with its sheer brilliance.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 10.

10 years on and the Apple Watch has defined the smartwatch era

The Apple Watch is about to celebrate its 10-year anniversary, and we explain why it should be considered the definitive smartwatch.
The iPhone 16 sticking out of someone's pocket.

iPhone theft victim sues Apple. It sparks a new hope for others, too

Apple offers robust anti-theft and data security measures. But bad actors have become savvy, and it has become increasingly harder to recover the lost data.
Huawei Pura X in white main display open

Four Chinese phones I wish were available in the US

The US has a few great phones, but many of the best phones are only sold in limited places, or in China alone. Here are four Chinese phones that I wish were available in the US.
One of the many markets at Huaqiangbei

This is Huaqiangbei, the world’s craziest technology market

Shenzhen, China, is a technology lover's dream, and nowhere is this epitomized than Huaqiangbei. This is a look inside the world's craziest technology market.
Opera Mini AI chatbot running on a phone kept on a round table.

I compared Opera Mini’s AI chatbot with ChatGPT and Gemini, and I’m impressed

I tried Opera Mini's built-in AI chatbot, and it performed surprisingly well for its size.
9 dollar pair of AirPods Pro 2

I bought $9 AirPods Pro, the results were shocking!

Can a $9 pair of AirPods Pro bought in China replace a pair bought from Apple? I did exactly this, and what I found is shocking!
A person holding the Google Pixel 9a and Apple iPhone 16e.

I tested the Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e’s cameras, and the two almost tied

Which takes better photos, the Apple iPhone 16e or the Google Pixel 9a? It's a close call, but we've got the answer after an extensive test.
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra rear side.

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra could be the phone that makes me leave Apple

The iPhone has been my go-to for a long time, but the Razr 60 Ultra has me reconsidering.
Chipolo Pop in blue and green colors.

The chic Chipolo Pop item tracker is my new favorite travel accessory

The Chipolo Pop is platform agnostic, meaning it can be connected to both iOS and Android phones. It offers a bunch of new features.
The Chipolo Pop in blue and red attached to key rings.

Colorful Chipolo Pop tracker beats the AirTag with this one feature

The colorful Chipolo Pop item tracker doesn't need a special case so it can attach to your keyring. Here's what the new tracker is like to use.
Scanning a sticker using Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing.

I tested the world-understanding avatar of Gemini Live. It was shocking

I tried the next-gen Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing capabilities for a few days. It changed my day-to-day AI expectations forever.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung’s One UI 7 update makes the Galaxy S24 Ultra feel like new

I've tried out the new One UI 7 software update on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and it's so good, you won't need to upgrade to the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Editing notes using the HOU Keyboard for the iPad mini.

I tried a tiny iPad mini keyboard. It was a bewildering experience.

The iPad mini is practically too small for a keyboard. But once you try one, you'll realize that it fills a practical gap in your daily tablet workflow.
OuttaFocus: A brilliant Google app fixed my problem with the Pixel 9a’s camera

A brilliant Google app fixed my problem with the Pixel 9a’s camera

The Google Pixel 9a's camera has a problem, and it's only after I spent time with Google Photos that I cured it.
Garmin Forerunner 265 next to an iPhone running the Garmin Connect app.

I tried Garmin’s new subscription, and I love that it’s not essential

How good is Garmin's brand new subscription? My early impressions are that it's good, but not essential.
A person wearing the OnePlus Watch 3.

Is a $500 OnePlus Watch 3 still worth buying? The answer is complicated

The OnePlus Watch 3 has been hit by a big, unexpected price increase. Is it still worth buying at $500? The answer is complicated.
The back of the Google Pixel 9a.

The Google Pixel 9a is the super slimline phone we’ve been waiting for

We've got the Google Pixel 9a in our hands, and while it's too early for a full review, there's already plenty to say about this streamlined smartphone.
13-inch iPad Air (2025) with iPad Air 4 and iPad Mini 7 in the background.

What’s the best iPad screen size: should you go 11-inch or 13-inch?

A bigger iPad doesn't necessarily mean more space for watching movies. Here's which is the best iPad for you out of the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air, iPad Pro, and the small iPad Mini.
Hybrid Watches over smartwatches like Apple Watch.

Hybrid smartwatches might make me ditch my Apple Watch for good

Discover why hybrid smartwatches might just be the perfect alternative to your traditional smartwatch!
A person holding the Nothing Phone 3a Pro.

Mobile AI isn’t Netflix, so phone makers need to keep subscriptions out of it

The reaction to an AI feature on the Nothing Phone 3a Pro reaching a previously unknown limit raises concerns about subscription charges for mobile AI services.
An iPhone 16 Pro Max showing the Rolex Land Dweller.

Expect pricey iPhones, but don’t buy into the sensational hype yet

Apple is expected to raise the price of iPhones in the near future. There are some wild cost predictions out there, but it's more complex than you might think.
You can extend your MacBook's screen by using an iPad as a secondary monitor.

iPad is the best secondary screen I’ve used with a MacBook

It's no secret that iPadOS is a limiting factor for Apple tablets. But pushing it as secondary screen with my Mac solved more problems that I had anticipated.