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OnePlus 5 soft gold with the phone app open.

The 10 best apps for a second phone number in 2024

Back in the old days, a mobile phone functioned as a second phone number. We compile some apps that provide extra phone lines for your current smartphone.
Possible renders showing the Google Pixel 8a.

The Google Pixel 8a’s release just got a lot closer

A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Get up to 29% off the Google Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, and Pixel 8 Pro

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 render.

Qualcomm is about to make cheap Android phones better than ever

Renders of the Moto G 5G (2024) and Moto G Power 5G (2024).

Don’t buy this new Motorola phone — get this other one instead

Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Google Messages vs. Samsung Messages: Which app should you use?

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in Titanium Gray camera module.

How to get developer options on your Android phone

Samsung Galaxy S24 showing Circle to Search.

How to use Circle to Search on your Android phone

A game running on the Google Pixel Fold's open screen.

The Google Pixel Fold 2 could get a massive display upgrade

Samsung Galaxy S24 in Marble Gray showing Google Maps.

Best Samsung Galaxy S24 deals: Save up to $800 on the phone

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and S Pen stylus on its screen.

Best Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra deals: Get Samsung’s flagship for $300

A person holding the Google Pixel Fold with the screen open.

Google Pixel Fold deals: Save $1,000 on Google’s foldable phone

The Google Pixel 8 on a table showing the screen.

Best Google Pixel 8 deals: Save $800 on the latest Pixel

The Google Pixel 8 is a great mid-range smartphone and it's also highly affordable. Here's where you can find the best Google Pixel 8 deals.
Google Messages app on a Pixel 8 Pro, showing an RCS Chat message thread.

What is RCS messaging? A briefing on the SMS successor

What is RCS? Rich Communication Services messaging is the next-generation SMS with group chats, video, audio, and images. Here's what you need to know.
Holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of a bush.

A big Google Pixel 9 feature just leaked, and it sounds impressive

More Google Pixel 9 details keep trickling out. This time, we have information about an impressive new display feature Google is working on.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 6a. The display is on and showing the lock screen.

Need a cheap, reliable 5G phone? The Google Pixel 6a is $270 today

The Google Pixel 6a, which comes with support for 5G technology and a 6.1-inch OLED panel with Full HD+ resolution, is on sale from Amazon's Woot for just $270.
An Apple TV 4K sits on a media stand.

Best streaming devices for 2024: Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and more

Your TV probably already has all the apps you need to stream all your shows and movies. But you also probably can do better than that. Here's what we like.
A person wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The best Google Pixel Watch deals you can shop right now

If you want to pick up a smartwatch that works with the Google ecosystem, then one of these Pixel Watch deals will be right up your alley.
Infinix Zero 30 5G Android phone in gold color with ChatGPT virtual assistant.

How to use ChatGPT on an iPhone and Android phone

Ready to tell the world’s most popular chatbot to write a story about shoes in 50 words or less? Here’s how to use ChatGPT on your iPhone and Android device.
Thunderbolt of Zeus

How to get the Thunderbolt of Zeus in Fortnite

The Thunderbolt of Zeus lets you rise into the air and hurl lightning bolts at foes below you. Here's everything you need to know about this thundrous item.
Wings of Icarus

How to get Wings of Icarus in Fortnite

Fortnite has added the ability for you to equip some very famous wings that let you soar through the sky and divebomb your foes. Here's what you need to know.
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone change for daylight saving time automatically?

We're about to lose an hour of sleep. Indeed, daylight saving time returns this weekend. Here's how to make sure your smartphone's time changes correctly.
OnePlus 5 soft gold with the phone app open.

How to block a number on iPhones and Android phones

No matter what type of smartphone you're using, we can help you avoid all of those pesky robo and sales calls. Here's how to block a number on any smartphone.
The Nike Globe watch face on the Apple Watch Series 9.

Best smartwatch deals: Samsung, Google, Apple, Fitbit, and Garmin

Check out our recommendations of the best smartwatch deals if you're thinking about buying a wearable device. There are other discounts, but you need to hurry.
A person sitting down and wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 could steal this Apple Watch feature

So far, the Pixel Watch has kept a trusted phone unlocked using Bluetooth pairing. The upcoming Pixel Watch 3 may borrow from Apple to improve this system.
Activating the Chat Assist feature on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

How to try Samsung’s Galaxy AI on any iPhone or Android phone

Galaxy AI is a major selling point for the Galaxy S24. Now, you can take Galaxy AI for a test drive on any Android phone or iPhone. Here's how.
An image of the Temu app listing on the iOS app store on an iPhone 12.

Is Temu legit? Everything you need to know about the shopping app

Temu is an online shopping hub that covers over 250 retail categories. Is it worth your clicks and taps? Here’s everything you need to know about the platform.
iPhone 15 Pro in Natural Titanium held in hand in front of a wooden gate.

5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 15 Pro

Considering picking up an iPhone 15 Pro right now? Maybe you shouldn't. Here are five other phones you should buy instead.
A photo of the TikTok app running on a Windows 11 laptop

The Windows 11 Android app dream is dead

Microsoft will be ending support for the Windows Subsystem for Android starting March 5, 2025, meaning the Amazon App Store will no longer work on Windows 11.
The 1Password Android app, side-by-side, showing the light and dark mode.

The 1Password Android app just got a huge upgrade

It's time to upgrade to a new level of account safety. 1Password's Android app now supports passkeys, helping to make your accounts even more secure.
Person holding green OnePlus 12 phone in hands while playing games.

I performed an intense gaming test with the OnePlus 12. Here’s what happened

The OnePlus 12 is a fantastic overall Android phone. But is it a good gaming phone? I ran a series of intense tests to find out.
The screens on the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy S23 Ultra.

How to fix screen burn on your iPhone or Android phone

Image retention or screen burn on OLED smartphone screens can diminish your experience and cause damage. Here's how to restore your pixels to their proper hue.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Have a Google Pixel phone? You’re about to get these new features

Google has some new goodies for Pixel phone, watch, and even tablet owners in its latest March Feature Drop. Here's everything that's new.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Your Google Pixel phone may soon get a lifesaving feature

Google Pixel phones are great, but what if they were a little safer? Thanks to a new feature that's coming soon, they will soon will be.

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