The $1,500 flagship might be closer than you think
Flagship smartphone prices are already climbing toward $1,500 as rising memory costs reshape Apple, Google, and Samsung.
I’ve used the Pixel 10 Pro a year. I hope Google fixes these nagging issues on the Pixel 11 Pro
After a year with the Pixel 10 Pro, I know exactly what needs fixing. The Pixel 11 Pro has a real chance to finally get it right.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is genuinely cool, but I’d pay up for the Z Fold 8 Ultra
After hands-on time with both, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra justifies its $200 premium with a slimmer profile, a bigger display, and a dedicated telephoto camera.
My next phone has to earn its retirement
Seven-year software promises are making long-term smartphone ownership increasingly realistic. The bigger question is whether the hardware, repair ecosystem, and annual upgrade machine are ready for it.
The Pixel 11 is almost here, but I’m more excited about what could come with it
The Pixel 11 will take center stage on August 12, but it may not steal the show. From a long-awaited Pixel Tag to watches, laptops, and smart glasses, Google could have plenty more up its sleeve.
New players are shaking up the memory industry, but even Apple can’t strong-arm the RAM crisis for your wallet
Apple turned to CXMT for cheaper DRAM, only to discover that even its enormous order volumes no longer guarantee favorable pricing.
Meta served ads containing AI-generated child sexual abuse content, continuing years of child safety failures
Researchers found Meta's ad library hosting AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery, some posted even after Meta was warned, part of a pattern stretching over multiple years.
Apple’s lease program is just a soft landing for you to spend on pricier iPhones this year
Apple's new lease program for purchasing its hardware is a clever tactic to soften the blow on your wallet for the upcoming wave of pricier than ever iPhones.
Apple’s new Upgrade plan looks cheap until you remember who owns the device
Apple Upgrade can shrink the monthly cost of an iPhone, Mac, iPad, or Watch, but its convenience comes with ownership and resale compromises.
How much does Apple’s Upgrade plan cost to lease devices and is it worth it?
Apple Upgrade Program explained: device costs, lease options, and whether monthly payments are actually worth it.
Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Motorola Razr Ultra (2026): Samsung’s flip phone is cheaper, but is it better?
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8 undercuts the Motorola Razr Ultra by $300. Here's how the two flip phones compare in specs, cameras, battery, and software.
Samsung finally switched to silicon-carbon battery on Galaxy Z Fold 8. What’s so special about it?
Samsung’s first silicon-carbon Galaxy phones show how denser batteries can increase capacity, reduce weight, and make space-starved foldable designs far more practical.
I’ve used foldable phones for years. Here’s how to pick the right one between the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8
Samsung’s latest foldables share plenty of hardware, but their shapes, screens, cameras, and everyday strengths make each one suitable for a very different buyer.
I went hands-on with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. It’s peak foldable in an old garb.
I spent a few hours with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and I think it's tale of hidden upgrades that you will only feel once you hold it in your hands. It's not cheap, or an instant upgrade, but definitely Samsung's best bet at foldable glory.
Fold 8 Ultra vs. Fold 7: Upgrades across the board, but is the Ultra really worth the upgrade?
A full specification breakdown comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra against last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering cameras, battery, pricing, and whether upgrading is worth it.
I tried the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and I am totally in love with this unique foldable
A hands-on first look at the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung's lightest and thinnest foldable yet, comparing its size and design directly against the iPhone 17 Pro.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Should you spend the extra $200 and is the Ultra worth it?
A full breakdown of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra, comparing pricing, cameras, battery, and design to help you decide which foldable to buy.
Vibecoded apps are flooding Apple’s App Store, and users are getting sick of them
App Store submissions have doubled this year as AI tools make development easier than ever, but downloads haven't kept pace, as users are growing tired of sorting through low-effort, AI-built apps.
Vivo X300 FE review: The compact flagship I didn’t expect to like this much
The Vivo X300 FE was launched alongside the X300 Ultra. The FE has been with us for some time now and it may be the best compact Android flagship right now.
7 Apple Notes tips to elevate your note-taking experience
From text highlights to password locked notes, here are seven Apple Notes tricks buried in menus you've probably scrolled past a hundred times without noticing.
OnePlus is gone, and Android phones just became more boring in the US
Samsung and Google will be just fine, but Android has lost the brand that wasn't afraid to try something different.
A niche iPhone browser quietly fixes my biggest problem with Google Search
Quiche Browser already had me hooked with its obsessive customization. Now it is killing AI overviews in search results by default, and that sealed the deal.
Google has to play fair with AI rivals on Android, and that could be good news for your wallet
The EU has ordered Google to open Gemini's exclusive Android access to rival AI apps by 2027. For Android users, the real payoff might not be more choices, but cheaper ones.
Top phone brands should learn how to deck out a flagship without nuking our wallets
Red Magic shows major phone brands how careful compromises can deliver extreme performance without pushing the price deep into four-figure territory.
The best phones in 2026: our 14 favorite smartphones right now
Here are the best smartphones on the market today, from the Galaxy S26 Ultra to the iPhone 17. if you're shopping for a new phone, this roundup is for you.
I lived with a liquid-cooled gaming phone, and it rarely let me down in everyday life
The Red Magic 11S Pro can run demanding PC games, yet its battery, display, charging, and everyday reliability are just as important outside of gaming.
The Pixel 11 is almost here, and these are the 3 upgrades I’m begging Google to make
The Pixel 11 is just around the corner, and Google has a chance to fix three long-standing issues that have held the Pixel experience back for years.
5 reasons I keep coming back to Apple Reminders despite paying for premium task managers
Despite paying for Things 3, Todoist, and OmniFocus, I keep returning to Apple Reminders. Here are 5 reasons this free app still beats premium task managers for everyday use.
My old Pixel keeps getting AI features Apple wants a newer iPhone for
My Pixel 8a keeps gaining AI tools while Apple’s newest model leaves the standard iPhone 17 behind, and that gap says plenty about long-term support.
Could the Galaxy Z Flip 8 be Samsung’s last compact foldable? A new leak says yes
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 isn't even here yet, but a fresh rumor already has fans wondering if Samsung's beloved compact foldable is nearing the end.
A broken Galaxy Fold 5 just became the Pixel desktop future I want Google to steal
A DIY DeX box built from a broken Galaxy Fold 5 makes Google’s Pixel desktop ambitions look timid, unfinished, and weirdly overdue.
iOS 27 finally ended my accidental voice message nightmare
iOS 27 lets you remove the record audio button from Messages entirely, so you never accidentally send an awkward voice note again. Here's how to turn it off.
Here’s everything you can expect to see at Samsung’s July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event
Samsung could unveil a total of six products at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, 2026, including the new foldables, two Galaxy Watch models, and Galaxy Glasses.
Apple might have found a clever way to give the iPhone Air 2 more battery
Apple's next slim iPhone may finally balance style, battery, and better cameras without growing thicker.
Shared Albums in iOS 27 feels like a private social media universe of its own, and I love it
From emoji reactions to 30-day-expiring albums, iOS 27 transforms Shared Albums into a private, algorithm-free social media experience.
3 Siri AI features that have genuinely improved my day-to-day life
From smarter Spotlight search to natural language reminders and a camera that actually understands what it sees, here are 3 Siri AI features making a real difference in daily iPhone use.
The AI phone era is coming, and the weird brands may not survive it
AI could make phones smarter, but it may also make the smartphone market less forgiving for smaller, stranger brands.
I was in love with my iPhone Air, until summer arrived
My iPhone Air was perfect until summer arrived. Now it overheats, warns me constantly, and burns through battery twice as fast.