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5 abandoned Apple products that need to make a comeback

5 abandoned Apple products that need to make a comeback

Apple has retired a lot of great products over the years, but there are some I wish it would bring back and start selling again. Here are five of the best.
The opening screen for the Bullitt Satellite Messenger app on the Cat S75 phone.

How two companies are using satellites to change how you text

How two companies are using satellites to change how you text

Two companies are tackling satellite communication technology, making it more useful and more accessible, and putting it on a smartphone. This is how it works.
The ParagraphAI keyboard generating an automated reply to a Telegram message.

I let a ChatGPT app take over my phone’s keyboard, and it was wild

I let a ChatGPT app take over my phone’s keyboard, and it was wild

ChatGPT has proven to be a fascinating (and sometimes unhinged) technology. So, what happens when you let it take over your phone's keyboard?
Twilio Authy 2FA app running on an iPhone.

SMS 2FA is insecure and bad — use these 5 great authenticator apps instead

SMS 2FA is insecure and bad — use these 5 great authenticator apps instead

You should be utilizing two-factor authentication on your accounts whenever possible. These apps help you secure your accounts with ease.
OtterBox OtterGrip case on an iPhone 14 Pro on a Walt Disney Studios phone holder with an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit nuiMos dressed up

I used OtterBox’s new OtterGrip iPhone case — and I’m in love

I used OtterBox’s new OtterGrip iPhone case — and I’m in love

OtterBox's new OtterGrip case has an integrated phone grip that doesn't interfere with your iPhone's MagSafe compatibility, and it's amazing.
The OnePlus 11 and Pixel 7's camera modules.

Can the OnePlus 11 beat the Pixel 7 in a tough camera test? I found out

Can the OnePlus 11 beat the Pixel 7 in a tough camera test? I found out

The OnePlus 11's camera takes great photos, but can it take on the always-excellent Google Pixel 7? We find out in a tough camera test.
Samsung Galaxy S23 lock screen customization

Have a Galaxy S23? Make sure you do these 10 things first

Have a Galaxy S23? Make sure you do these 10 things first

Got a new Samsung Galaxy S23? Make sure to do these 10 things first for the best experience possible.
Dynamic Island Spotify Chaiyya Chaiyya song.

5 months later, the iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island isn’t what I expected

5 months later, the iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island isn’t what I expected

About five months ago, Apple introduced us to the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro. And since then, it hasn't gone at all how I expected.
The OnePlus 11's screen.

How I learned to love the OnePlus 11’s controversial software

How I learned to love the OnePlus 11’s controversial software

For a while, it looked like OnePlus had ruined OxygenOS. But after using OxygenOS 13 on the OnePlus 11, I've been converted. Here's what changed.
iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen on Mickey Mouse phone holder next to flowers

I review phones for a living — here are the 10 apps I can’t live without

I review phones for a living — here are the 10 apps I can’t live without

My job is all about mobile phones, but what are the must-have apps I need to download first on a new device? Let's find out!
OnePlus 11R, a cheaper OnePlus 11, at the Cloud 11 event in India.

This is the cheaper (and cooler) OnePlus 11 you wish you could buy

This is the cheaper (and cooler) OnePlus 11 you wish you could buy

Alongside the OnePlus 11, OnePlus released another version of the phone you probably didn't hear about. It's cheaper, cooler ... and you likely can't buy it.
iPhone with USB-C cable and USB-A adapter.

This $3 USB adapter fixed all of my Apple CarPlay connection problems

This $3 USB adapter fixed all of my Apple CarPlay connection problems

I had lots of issues with CarPlay randomly disconnecting. Then I bought this adapter, and my problem was immediately fixed.
The OnePlus Pad tablet with Stylo stylus and keyboard cover.

Why now is the perfect time for the OnePlus Pad

Why now is the perfect time for the OnePlus Pad

OnePlus's first tablets come after tablets are officially old news — but the timing might be better than it appears to be at first sight.
iPhone 14 Pro with iOS 16 notifications compared to Google Pixel 7 with Android 13 notifications

Using an Android phone showed me just how bad iOS notifications really are

Using an Android phone showed me just how bad iOS notifications really are

iOS has never been great at notifications, but after using Android devices, I can't get over just how bad they really are.
Close-up shot of the camera on the OnePlus 11.

I adore the OnePlus 11 camera — but not for the reason you think

I adore the OnePlus 11 camera — but not for the reason you think

The OnePlus 11 breathes some fresh air into smartphone camera design that will hopefully inspire other companies to follow suit.
iPhone 14 Pro with iOS 16 with custom home screen

Ranking all 16 iOS versions, from worst to best

Ranking all 16 iOS versions, from worst to best

We've gone through 16 versions of iOS so far. But ever wonder which was the worst and which is the best? We've ranked all 16 iOS versions here.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 inside their charging case, sitting on back of an iPhone 14.

The iPhone 15 may finally get reverse wireless charging — but I don’t want it

The iPhone 15 may finally get reverse wireless charging — but I don’t want it

Apple continues to drag its feet when it comes to reverse wireless charging, but at this point, I'm not even sure I care anymore.
Dating scam.

This Valentine’s Day, experts have 4 tips on how to avoid dating app scams

This Valentine’s Day, experts have 4 tips on how to avoid dating app scams

Ahead of Valentine's Day, the FBI has issued a warning to steer clear of romance frauds. If you trust scientists, they have a few tips too.
The Settings app running on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

The Galaxy S23 bloatware problem isn’t nearly as bad as you think

The Galaxy S23 bloatware problem isn’t nearly as bad as you think

There's been a little controversy lately about the system files taking up a lot of storage on the Samsung Galaxy S23. But it's really not as bad as you think.
The OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 10 Pro camera modules.

This OnePlus 11 camera test really shouldn’t have been so close

This OnePlus 11 camera test really shouldn’t have been so close

The OnePlus 11's biggest rival when it comes to the camera is arguably the OnePlus 10 Pro. Can the latest phone beat the old model in a tough camera test?
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 black case on a cork coaster and black earbuds on a white and gray table top.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2’s spatial audio makes me want to ditch the AirPods Pro

OnePlus Buds Pro 2’s spatial audio makes me want to ditch the AirPods Pro

Here's why OnePlus Buds Pro 2's immersive 3D sound experience with head tracking is more appealing than spatial audio on the Apple AirPods Pro.
The G-Shock Poison Dart Frog Frogman worn on a person's wrist.

G-Shock’s latest watch turned my wrist into a poisonous frog

G-Shock’s latest watch turned my wrist into a poisonous frog

G-Shock's latest connected Frogman watch is styled after a poisonous frog, but don't let that put you off. We wore it, and loved it.
Someone holding a purple iPhone 14 Pro Max.

iOS 16 has ruined the best thing about my iPhone, and I hate it

iOS 16 has ruined the best thing about my iPhone, and I hate it

The iPhone 14 Pro Max has never been the battery champ that the iPhone 13 Pro Max was. But recent iOS 16 updates have only made it worse.
The back of the Realme X Coca-Cola phone.

The Coca-Cola phone is a real thing, and it’s absolutely stunning

The Coca-Cola phone is a real thing, and it’s absolutely stunning

We take a close look at one of the most lovingly created special edition phones we've seen yet: The Realme X Coca-Cola phone, based on the Realme 10 Pro.
Galaxy Tab S8 sitting at an angle above the tenth generation iPad.

How Android 14 is Google’s secret weapon to make Android tablets great

How Android 14 is Google’s secret weapon to make Android tablets great

Android 14's first developer preview doesn't give a glimpse of any revolutionary new tricks, but it does set its focus squarely on foldable phones and tablets.
Someone holding the OnePlus 11 and iPhone 14 Pro side-by-side.

I can’t believe how our OnePlus 11 vs. iPhone 14 Pro camera test turned out

I can’t believe how our OnePlus 11 vs. iPhone 14 Pro camera test turned out

The iPhone 14 Pro is one of the best camera phones in 2023. How does the $699 OnePlus 11 stack up to it? A lot better than you might think!
The OnePlus 11's camera module.

The OnePlus 11 totally changed my mind about OnePlus phones

The OnePlus 11 totally changed my mind about OnePlus phones

The OnePlus 10T was so bad it almost killed OnePlus for me, but I'm so pleased to say the OnePlus 11 has changed all that. This is why OnePlus is back.
A close-up shot of the alert slider on the OnePlus 11.

The OnePlus 11’s excellent alert slider is also a big problem

The OnePlus 11’s excellent alert slider is also a big problem

The alert slider is back on the OnePlus 11. It's tactile, unique, and a lot of fun to use. But I'm more eager to see what comes next.
Joe Maring holding a Samsung Galaxy S23 and a Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus.

The Galaxy S23 upgrade I’m most excited about is one you can’t see

The Galaxy S23 upgrade I’m most excited about is one you can’t see

There are a lot of exciting upgrades for the Galaxy S23. But the one I'm looking forward to most is something you can't see.
The iPad Pro (2022) sitting in the Magic Keyboard.

These 5 features turned my iPad into a shockingly good computer

These 5 features turned my iPad into a shockingly good computer

The iPad tries hard to be your computing companion, but it's not quite there yet. If you still want to push it, here are some tips to get you started.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

This Galaxy S23 Ultra case gives Samsung users a huge iPhone 14 feature

This Galaxy S23 Ultra case gives Samsung users a huge iPhone 14 feature

Galaxy S23 Ultra cases are already in full swing, and this one brings one of the best iPhone 14 features to Samsung users: MagSafe.
The Vivo X90 Pro held in a person's hand.

We have the Vivo X90 Pro, one of 2023’s most interesting Android phones

We have the Vivo X90 Pro, one of 2023’s most interesting Android phones

The Vivo X90 Pro, which has a camera co-created with optics expert Zeiss, has arrived. It's getting read for an in-depth review, but you can see it now.
Two Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra phones. One is face-up with the display turned on, the other shows its backside.

You shouldn’t buy the Galaxy S23 Ultra — and that’s the best thing about it

You shouldn’t buy the Galaxy S23 Ultra — and that’s the best thing about it

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is packed with small, but meaningful, updates. A lot of people probably shouldn't buy it — and that's why it's so impressive.
Holding the green Samsung Galaxy S23.

How the Galaxy S23 copies the iPhone, and why it’s great

How the Galaxy S23 copies the iPhone, and why it’s great

With yesterday's Galaxy S23 announcement, Samsung showed yet another way it's copying Apple's iPhone — and we love it.