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The best bezel-less phones cut all the right corners without losing space
As we march toward a bezel-less future, we compare the shrinking bezels on the latest and greatest smartphones. Which phone can claim the highest screen-to-body ratio? Find out about the impact of the notch, the adoption of new aspect ratios, and the trend's influence on the budget market.
Apple is investigating cracked screens on the iPhone Duo and replacing broken units
Apple has assured that not all units of the iPhone Duo are affected by display flaws. For customers who have one, the company is asking them to get a replacement unit.
Apple quietly hopes to end the gizmo right-to-repair war. The iPhone Duo is the latest specimen.
Apple once made life difficult for independent repairers. Now, it’s publishing iPhone Duo repair manuals on launch day.
iPhone Duo is here. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and all the things it didn’t break
The iPhone Duo is a brave new chapter for Apple, but seeing it struggle with the fundamentals across hardware and software has me appreciating the Galaxy Z Fold 8 a lot more.
Buying a cheap Samsung Galaxy phone could soon get a lot harder
Samsung is reportedly cutting Galaxy A production by 20% as rising memory and component costs make affordable phones harder to build profitably.
Samsung Galaxy S27 could finally shed the laggard chip image with next-gen Exynos chip
Samsung’s Exynos 2700 beat Qualcomm’s top Snapdragon chip in internal tests, with up to 20% better CPU and gaming scores. Here’s what it means for the Galaxy S27.
Two iPhone Duo teardowns point to the hinge but stop short of solving the mystery
Two iPhone Duo teardowns point to different hinge problems behind early screen failures, but neither confirms the cause. Owners should stop folding the phone if its hinge suddenly tightens or makes unusual sounds.
Xiaomi 17T review: The most practical phone I’ve used in a while that’s also a rare bargain
Our Xiaomi 17T review covers its 120Hz AMOLED display, 5x telephoto camera, battery life, performance, and HyperOS 3 after over two months of use
Apple has built a device that can inspect an iPhone without opening its box
Apple is rolling out a new retail device that can run diagnostics on iPhones inside sealed boxes, helping stores detect tampering and reduce unnecessary inventory processing.
Vivo X500 Pro Max first impressions: Vivo came to play, and the competition should be nervous
The Vivo X500 Pro Max packs a 2nm flagship chipset, a 7,800mAh global battery, a 144Hz display, and upgraded cameras. Here's what stood out in my first impressions.
Google Messages is getting a powerful new weapon against sneaky text scams
Suspicious texts and dangerous links are about to have a harder time slipping through Google Messages, thanks to a new layer of AI-powered security.
Apple is exploring ways to make Safari websites less cramped on its foldable iPhone
Safari’s side controls squeeze web pages on the iPhone Duo’s outer screen, so Apple wants better ideas from developers.
Some iPhone Duo owners are reporting cracks around the hinge
Several iPhone Duo owners have reported inner-display failures near a similar part of the hinge, putting attention on a possible common failure point.
These tiny 3D-printed color routers could finally put an end to the grainy night photos that still haunt modern smartphones
Researchers printed tiny resin pillars that steer light instead of filtering it, but phones are a long way off.
This app turns the iPhone Duo into a pocket-sized Mac
Apple's iPhone Duo has barely arrived, and Headroom already has a clever trick for it: controlling a Mac from the foldable phone, complete with a keyboard that appears when the device folds
Losing sleep to late-night doomscrolling? This gadget blocks distracting apps in your bedroom
Brick Night automatically blocks selected apps when your phone enters your bedroom, adding a physical barrier to late-night doomscrolling.
The Galaxy S27 Ultra (and Pro) could finally get bigger batteries as Samsung reportedly locks in the numbers
Safety Korea photos can’t show capacity, but earlier Chinese filings hint at Samsung’s first Ultra battery upgrade in years.
Apple Music is hiding the original iPod as an easter egg, and there’s a secret game too
Apple Music is celebrating the iPod’s 25th anniversary with a playable replica of the original click-wheel player hidden on its 404 page. There’s even a secret Brick game tucked inside.
Monster Hunter Outlanders arrives on Android and iOS next week with four-player co-op
Monster Hunter Outlanders launches on Android and iOS on October 29 with open-world exploration, mobile-focused combat, and four-player co-op.
One UI 9 is coming to your Galaxy phone soon. Here’s when you can expect it
One UI 9 is rolling out to Galaxy phones and tablets from the S23 series onwards, starting in Japan. Here’s when your device can expect the update.
Grok Bot can now add events, set reminders, and even turn off your lights for you
Grok Bot can now connect with Calendar, Reminders, Contacts, Messages, and more on your phone, turning the chatbot into a proper assistant.
Delta 2.0 is finally here, and your iPhone just got a bigger retro gaming library
Delta 2.0 is the emulator's biggest update yet, adding Sega Genesis support, RetroAchievements, a refreshed interface, and more ways to play classic games on iPhone and iPad.
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle+ with a bigger audiobook lineup and AI narrators
Amazon has renamed Kindle Unlimited to Kindle+, keeping the $11.99 monthly price while expanding its audiobook catalog with more titles, including some narrated by AI.
The Oppo Find X10 is ridiculously stacked, and I haven’t even got to the cameras yet
The Oppo Find X10 packs two 200MP cameras, a 7,150mAh battery and a 144Hz AMOLED display into a surprisingly slim body. My first impressions are promising, but there's more to prove.
Apple’s new badge makes it easy to find apps built for the iPhone Duo
Apple is introducing a “Made for iPhone Duo” badge to help you find apps optimized for its foldable phone, with Netflix, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other apps adapting to the larger display.
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max hands-on: Knocking on the flagship ceiling with three 200MP cameras
Oppo's Find X10 Pro Max packs three 200MP cameras, a massive battery, and refined software into a striking flagship, although its missing 10x optical camera leaves room for an Ultra.
1Password wants AI agents to handle logins without ever taking a peek at your passwords
AI agents can now use credentials stored in 1Password to access your accounts without the passwords being exposed to the model.
