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Best prepaid phone deals: Android, iPhone, flip phone

If you need budget-friendly phones, these prepaid phone deals are the way to go so that you can grab phones for less than $100.
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Why the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is this year’s Pixel phone to buy

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Is watchOS 11 giving you bad Apple Watch battery life? A fix is here

A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung’s One UI 7 update has been significantly delayed

An iPhone showing the Apple Password app.

The first iOS 18 update fixes a major bug with Apple’s Passwords app

The iPhone 16 sitting on top of orange mums.

The iPhone 16 has ruined all other smartphones for me

Someone holding a pink Google Pixel 9.

The best Google Pixel 9 Pro cases for 2024

The Apple Watch Series 10 sitting on top of a green bush.

Apple Watch Series 10 review: two steps forward, one step back

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Hurry! The 10.2-inch iPad has a $100 discount pre-Prime Day

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The best Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cases

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold next to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Which is the best foldable?

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus and Galaxy S10 Plus.

Have one of these Samsung phones? Don’t update it right now

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Verizon is shutting down its popular texting app. Here’s why

Verizon Messages has been around for years. Now, it's getting ready to shut down. Here's why.
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Best Verizon Fios new customer deals: Get 2GB/s internet in your home

One of the easiest ways to save is by bundling your internet, landline, and TV services with Verizon Fios. We've got the best Verizon Fios deals right here.
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iOS 18 has a big privacy change. Here’s what it means for you

The new iOS 18 update adds lots of new features for iPhone users and many more are on the way. Here's an iOS 18 change you probably didn't hear about.
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Best iPhone 14 deals: Unlocked and refurbished

The iPhone 14 makes for some of the best iPhone deals around, and we've tracked down all of the best iPhone 14 deals to shop right now.
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Arc Search, one of my favorite iPhone apps, is now on Android

Arc Search has become one of my favorite iPhone apps of 2024. Now, it's finally available on Android.
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Amazon quietly launched three new Android tablets with a bunch of AI features

You might have missed it, but Amazon recently launched three new Android tablets. Here are all of the details.
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Samsung’s two new budget phones just leaked. Here are all the specs

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is likely to be revealed very soon. Today, we got word of the specs for both the Galaxy A16 5G and Galaxy A16 4G models. Take a look.
An iPhone and Apple Watch on the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Travel Pad.

I’ll never travel without Belkin’s excellent iPhone and Apple Watch charger

Looking for the perfect travel accessory for your iPhone and Apple Watch? Look no further than the Belkin Travel Pad.
Smart Stack and Live Activity on the Apple Watch Series 10.

This Apple Watch feature was driving me crazy. Here’s how I fixed it

Since I've been wearing the Apple Watch Series 10, one feature has been annoying me. It has to do with Live Activities, and I've finally solved it.
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Doctor suggests regulating phones like smoking to curb addiction

As attention around smartphone and social media addiction grows, so does the need to do something about it. One doctor has suggested an extreme action.
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Google Pixel Watch 3 review: the smartwatch I’ve been waiting for

The Google Pixel Watch 3 isn't just a good smartwatch — it's one of the best I've used this year. Learn why in my full review.
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The Oura Ring 4 smart ring is here, and it looks superb

The Oura Ring 4 has a new design, an updated app, and improved accuracy, as the company pushes to maintain its status as the smart ring to beat.
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Apple Watch 11.1 beta 3 pulled following bricking reports

Apple has quickly pulled the watchOS 11.1 beta 3 update after a number of testers said it had bricked their Apple Watch.
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Best Buy deals: Save on laptops, TVs, appliances, and more

We've collected some of the best Best Buy deals happening today, whether it's computers or appliances, to help save you a bit of extra money.
A white iPhone 16 sitting outside, face-down, surrounded by a bunch of leaves.

Apple iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 13: Should you upgrade?

Are you still using an iPhone 13 and wondering if it's time to upgrade to the iPhone 16? We lay it all out for you.
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Best tablet deals: iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Fire, and more

If you're on the hunt for tablet deals, take a look at our roundup of the best offers involving devices made by Apple, Samsung, Amazon, Lenovo, and Microsoft.
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Best cell phone plan deals: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, Mint Mobile and more

There are a ton of wireless plans to choose from, and if you’re on the hunt for a new wireless service, we’ve got the best cell phone plan deals right here.
The Amazon Kindle Fire Max 11's Home screen.

Best Amazon Fire tablet deals: Save on Fire HD 8, Fire Max 11 and more

If you want a cheap Android tablet, take a look at the Amazon Fire tablet deals that we've gathered here, including discounts for the Fire HD 8 and Fire Max 11.
The Google Pixel 9 sitting upright.

Google Pixel 9 review: better than ever

The Google Pixel 9 comes with Gemini AI, but guess what? AI isn't the reason this is a good phone, as we explain in our in-depth review.
The Google Pixel Watch 3 next to the Pixel Watch.

Your Wear OS smartwatch could soon get RCS texting

RCS texting is a huge convenience on Android phones. Now, it looks like it could come soon to Wear OS smartwatches.
Medical ID and Emergency Call Quick Access on the Apple Watch Series 10

How the Apple Watch saved my life

Have you ever almost died? I did, due to a heart attack at the age of 33. In the years since, here's how the Apple Watch has repeatedly saved my life.
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A new iOS 18 update with major bug fixes is coming soon

Though it might not be the update many are waiting for, iOS 18.0.1 could soon launch. The update includes bug fixes, including those affecting specific users.

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Joe Maring has been the Section Editor of Digital Trends’ Mobile team since June 2022. He leads a team of 13 writers and editors with the single goal of publishing the best mobile tech content on the Internet. While much of his time is spent planning and editing the work of his section’s amazing contributors, Joe equally loves writing himself — whether he’s digging into wonky AI apps on phones or explaining why you should buy the latest iPhone.

Joe started talking and writing about phones in 2012 with his tech-focused YouTube channel and website, MobileCupOfJoe. He’s contributed to PhoneArena, XDA Developers, and 9to5Google. He held the titles of News Editor and Senior Editor at Android Central between 2017 and 2021. Before joining Digital Trends, Joe was a Senior Writer and Editor for Screen Rant’s tech section.

Throughout his years in this industry, Joe has attended major trade shows such as CES, MWC, and IFA. He’s also appeared on major tech podcasts, including Tech News Weekly, Clockwise, and the Android Police Podcast.

Joe lives in Michigan with his two cats (Minnie and Polo), a very sweet and dumb pit bull/boxer mix (Damon), and Kenn — his partner of 10 years. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find Joe walking a nature trail, reading at his favorite coffee shop, or watching the Lions.

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