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Close-up view of the cameras on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

How to use Video Boost on the Google Pixel 8 Pro (and why you should)

A new addition in Google's latest Feature Drop for Pixel 8 Pro is Video Boost. Here's how to make your videos look their best.

The best smart pens for note-taking, drawing, and more

Smart pens tend to be a niche item for students and certain professionals with extensive notetaking tasks. If you need a smart pen, we have some suggestions.
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The best drawing tablets for beginners and professionals

Whether you're an aspiring artist or a pro, a drawing tablet is part of your toolkit. Here is a sampling of some of the best drawing tablets available today.
Ms. Marvel listening to lo-fi in Marvel Snap.

A busy 2023 wasn’t enough to pull me away from my go-to mobile game

While there were tons of fantastic new games on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch this year, my most-played title was a mobile game from 2022.
Google Pixel 8 Pro in hand.

Does the Google Pixel 8 have MagSafe?

MagSafe has been a popular features on iPhones for many years. Is it available for the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro? It's complicated.
The Google Pixel Tablet sitting outside with its screen on.

The Pixel Tablet is still Google’s biggest mistake of 2023

Earlier this year, I reviewed the Google Pixel Tablet and said it was the worst Pixel I'd ever used. Does that still hold true in December 2023?
Google Play Store on the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G.

Google is paying a $700 million fine, and you’re getting some of it

Google has officially agreed to pay $700 million as part of a major antitrust ruling. But what does that mean for you?
Renders of the Google Pixel Watch 2 and Apple Watch Series 9 next to each other.

Google Pixel Watch 2 vs. Apple Watch Series 9: a new king?

Google's Pixel Watch line wasn't exactly a hit last year, but the Pixel Watch 2 has changed all that. Is it finally able to take down the Apple Watch Series 9?
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Samsung Galaxy S23 review: the Android phone for everyone

The Samsung Galaxy S23 may be the base model of the S23 lineup, but there's a lot to love here. We break everything down in our full review!
Green iPhone 15 leaning against an arch in a rose garden.

The best small phones in 2023: the 6 best ones you can buy

In a world of giant handsets, some of the smallest phones can still pack a punch. We take a look at the best small phones you can buy in 2023.
OnePlus Pad on a concrete bench

OnePlus Pad review: OnePlus boldly goes where it never went before

OnePlus is finally entering the tablet market with the new OnePlus Pad. How does it hold up against the competition, especially the iPad? Let's find out.
Snapchat Recap 2023 running on iPhones.

Snapchat Recap 2023: how to find your year in review

2023 is nearing an end, which means it's time for Snapchat Recap! Here's how to find your 2023 year in review for Snapchat right now.
Samsung Galaxy S23 in cream standing next to a Trader Sam's christmas yule tiki mug.

Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 still worth it 10 months later?

With Samsung expected to launch the Galaxy S24 soon, how does the Galaxy S23 hold up 10 months after release? Let's find out.
Galaxy S22 Ultra in burgandy.

The best Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra cases in 2023: the 15 best ones

If you get your hands on a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra phone, you'll want to outfit it with a proper protective case. We have some suggestions.
OnePlus Pad with keyboard case and stylus.

The OnePlus Pad is a lovely Android tablet with a surprising flaw

The OnePlus Pad gets a lot right in terms of the Android tablet experience — except for one small, but vital thing.
Someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2 with a yellow/green fabric band.

Check your Google Pixel Watch now for a big software update

Have a Google Pixel Watch or Pixel Watch 2? Good news! A big software updating is rolling out now, and it has some interesting new features.
Someone holding the blue Pixel 8 Pro outdoors.

Google Pixel devices could do something incredible in 2024

2023 was a big year for Google Pixel devices. How can Google make sure that 2024 is even better? I have a few ideas.
Renders of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the OnePlus 12 next to each other.

OnePlus 12 vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro: did OnePlus beat Google?

Is the newly unveiled OnePlus 12 good enough to make you want to skip the Google Pixel 8 Pro? We explore in this comparison.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the back of the phone.

Does the Google Pixel 8 have wireless charging?

Do the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro support wireless charging? If they do, is it better than traditional wired charging? Let's find out.
Two pairs of AR glasses on top of an iPad and an Android tablet.

I used AR glasses with Android tablets and iPads. Only one was good

AR Glasses are still struggling to get past their gimmicky appeal, but you can still push them in meaningful ways. The experience gulf however, is vast.
Splash screen of Beeper Mini app.

Apple may have already killed Android’s newest iMessage app, Beeper Mini

Beeper Mini put iMessage on Android. But merely two days after its launch, it seems Apple is pulling the strings to kill the ambitious project.
A person holding the OnePlus 11 and Google Pixel 8.

Your Android phone just got an update that could save your life

Your Android phone just got a very useful update that can save your life in the event of a medical emergency.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8.

2023 was the best year for Google Pixel devices yet

Here's a bold claim: I think 2023 has been the best year for Google Pixel devices yet. Let me explain why this is.
The Fitbit Sense 2 in moss.

The best Fitbit devices in 2023: 6 best watches and trackers

It can be tough to pick a new fitness tracker. If you’ve been thinking of buying a new Fitbit this year, here are the best options to choose from.
Realme GT5 Pro in ornage.

One of 2023’s most interesting Android phones just dropped

Realme's latest phone is a flagship powered by Qualcomm's best silicon. But it's the touchless hand gestures that truly set it apart from the rest.
A video playing on the Apple iPhone 15 Plus.

You’re all wrong — 60Hz on the iPhone is fine

As much as I hate to admit it, one of the most talked-about rumors for the iPhone 16 is a nonissue. A refresh rate of 60Hz works just fine on the iPhone.
A person wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

Google Pixel Watch 2 review: Google really did it

Google really had a challenge on its hands with the Pixel Watch 2, but happily, it has returned with a wearable that impresses in almost all areas.
Reddit Recap 2023 on an iPhone.

Reddit Recap 2023: how to find yours now

What were your favorite communities on Reddit in 2023? How about your most popular posts? This information (and more) is available in Reddit Recap 2023.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro laying face-down on a wood bench.

Your Google Pixel 8 Pro is about to get an incredible update

With the December feature drop, the Pixel 8 Pro gets the superpower to natively run Google's Gemini Nano AI model — and lands cool new tricks as well.
The Google Pixel Tablet was the most innovative tablet of 2023.

The most innovative tablets of 2023

2023 was a surprisingly strong year for tablets — including many innovative ones! Here are our picks for the most innovative tablets of the year.
Digital Trends picked the most innovative products of 2023.

The most innovative tech products of 2023

They're bold, unique, and sometimes wildly impractical. But the the most innovative tech products of 2023 all dared to be different.
Launch screen of the Beeper Mini app.

This app put iMessage on my Android phone — and it blew me away

Beeper Mini brings iMessage to Android. Takes away the green bubble shame. Doesn't rely on a hack. But above all, it promises an ever better messaging future.
An iPhone running an investment app.

The best investment apps for beginners in 2023

For those new to investing, we have compiled a list of the best investment apps for beginners. These apps provide all the necessary tools to start trading.
OnePlus Open from the back unfolded.

Something amazing happened to folding phones in 2023

A lot happened to smartphones in 2023. But something especially magical happened with folding phones.