The Instagram Lite app is so small, your Android phone won’t notice it’s there
Instagram has launched a Lite version of its app inside the Google Play Store. The mini-sized app takes all the main features we love about Insta, and then squeezes them down into a tiny app, so it's suitable for all different Android phones. By not becoming a burden on storage, it's easier to live with.
Xiaomi has made the cutest, most beautiful special edition phone you’ll see
Xiaomi has announced its second special edition smartphone based on the Vocaloid Hatsune Miku. Released in July, the phone comes in a stunning presentation box, and features unique artwork on the device itself, along with a selection of special accessories. It's not going to be easy to get, but fans will love this.
Honor’s newest phone costs so little, it may as well be given away
How little is too little to pay for a decent, usable smartphone? The new Honor 7S comes in at a price that's so low, you'd expect it not to be worth your time; but Honor has squeezed a desirable 18:9 aspect ratio and modest specs into the 7S, making it look shockingly good value. Here's what you need to know.
Bitter lawmakers tell Google to justify Huawei link after A.I. military deal ends
The U.S. Congress has attacked Google over its partnership with Huawei, after a deal to develop A.I. tech between Google and the U.S. Department of Defense ended. Members of Congress asked Google to justify working with Huawei over the U.S. military. Google employees previously called for the project to end.
Leica’s chic new product can’t take pictures, but you’ll still want it
Leica may be best known for its cameras, but its latest product isn't a camera at all -- it's a watch. And rather than a partnership where Leica lends its name to another company, this is a true designed-by-Leica, made-in-Germany timepiece. And you're going to want one ... if you can afford it.
See why no one would have bought Samsung’s Project Valley foldable phone
Did you ever wonder what Samsung's Project Valley folding phone looked like? A set of leaked pictures have revealed exactly that, giving us a glimpse at the prototype device from a few years ago. While this is a canceled prototype, Samsung is still apparently working on a folding, or bendable phone.
Samsung has booked the Gear S3 into this flash hotel, and it’ll never leave
Staff at upmarket Viceroy hotels will soon wear a Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch at work, which will be used instead of the walkie-talkie communication system we're used to seeing and hearing. The wearable will take over, and provide faster, quieter, and more efficient communications throughout the hotel.
Samsung has made a very big promise for 2020, and it’s not for the Galaxy S12
Samsung has committed to using 100 percent renewable energy to power key facilities in the United States, Europe, and China by 2020. Additionally, it will assist the South Korean government in reaching local energy goals. Samsung has been under pressure for not doing enough to stop using fossil fuels.
iOS 12 is more evidence you should buy an iPhone, not an Android phone
The next version of Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 12, will be compatible with devices all the way back to 2013’s iPhone 5S. Android phones from the same era didn’t even see 2016’s software update. It’s further evidence you should buy an iPhone, if you care about software updates, which you really should.
Trouble sleeping? The Dreem headset promises to help — if you can keep it on
If you're one of the 60 million Americans who live with a sleep disorder, you're probably willing to try just about anything to get a little more shut eye. A new wearable called Dreem promises to improve sleep by stimulating brainwaves, as long as you can stand wearing it throughout the night.
How to hide the notch on the OnePlus 6
The OnePlus 6 adopts one of the most controversial phone trends at the moment: The screen notch. If you're not a fan, but still want the phone, don't worry as it's easy to hide the notch away. The option is hidden in the Settings menu, and here's our guide to hide (or bring back) the OnePlus 6's notch.
Swapping an iPhone for a BlackBerry made me appreciate the physical keyboard
BlackBerry is preparing to release the BlackBerry KeyTwo, a new phone with a physical keyboard; but if you've never used one, and are a proficient touchscreen typist, what would it be like to swap? We changed our iPhone to a BlackBerry KeyOne to find out, and discovered that speed is only half the story.
The crazy full-screen Vivo Apex concept is being made into a real phone
Vivo is making the incredible Apex concept phone a reality, and not just a showcase. The phone was shown at MWC 2018 as an example of what's possible, but it was never certain the device would get a release. Now, Vivo has said the Apex will launch on June 12, and here's everything you need to know.
Dead rising: Old phones we want to see zapped back to life
Nokia and BlackBerry have made successful returns by trading on some much-loved old designs, but they aren't the only ones with a strong back catalog of cool phones that we'd like to see given a new lease of life. Here are our picks of the nostalgic devices we want to see updated today.
How Porsche Design’s unwavering passion shaped the Mate RS phone
The new Porsche Design Huawei Mate RS phone is just a shameless branding exercise, right? Wrong. Very wrong. Porsche Design, a famous design house, has very specific ideas about design, and its DNA flows through the Mate RS. We visited the headquarters in Austria to find out more about its design ethos, and its partnership with Huawei.
OnePlus will help you buy a OnePlus 6 — if your old phone meets one condition
If you want the OnePlus 6, which is coming on May 16, but aren't sure how to sell on your existing phone, OnePlus is here to help. It has set up a revised trade-in program for OnePlus owners, and will offer top price for older devices, in return for buying the latest model. Here's what you need to know.
Xiaomi’s European tour continues –it will arrive in France and Italy in May
Xiaomi, the smartphone manufacturer best known in China and India, has announced it will officially launch in France and Italy at the end of May. It's the company's third push into western Europe, after a late 2017 launch in Spain. Due to a new partnership, more European locations will follow soon.
How to buy the LG V30S ThinQ: Everything you need to know
The LG V30S ThinQ is a very slightly altered version of the excellent LG V30, and has been waiting for release since it was announced in March. Now the LG G7 ThinQ is official, The V30S ThinQ is beginning to appear for pre-order, and we've got all the details on getting the best price right here.
Verizon doesn’t care about Sprint and T-Mobile merger
Verizon's CEO has stated he doesn't care about the impending T-Mobile and Sprint merger, and isn't concerned about any impact it may have on the carrier's own plans to rule the 5G landscape in the United States. The merger has yet to be finalized, but 5G is being pushed as a major benefit.
New blow for ZTE and Huawei: Devices pulled from military base stores
ZTE and Huawei continue to face perception problems in the U.S., following a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on potential cybersecurity threats from the two companies. Here's what you need to know about the developing story, including the latest news on sales restrictions on military bases.
Why can’t Americans buy the best Android phone of 2018? Scaremongers
The scaremongering about trusting Huawei smartphones and network products has led to one casualty: the sale of one of 2018’s best phones. No, we shouldn’t just accept any risk, but there is no evidence of malice. Instead of scare tactics, officials should build trust — just like elsewhere in the world.
OnePlus 6 launch event in London opened up to 1,000 of its biggest fans
OnePlus will launch the OnePlus 6 on May 16 in London, and it's selling tickets to the event. It has 1,000 available, and each person who attends will not only get to try the new phone out, but also walk away with a desirable OnePlus "swag bag." What more could you ask for? Here's how to get a ticket.
Xiaomi Mi 6X hints at what’s to come for company’s next Android One phone
Xiaomi has launched the Mi 6X in China, a midrange smartphone with a strong spec sheet and an A.I.-enhanced camera. It's also likely to give us a hint at what the company's next Android One phone may be like, as the Xiaomi Mi A1 was based on its predecessor. Here's everything you need to know about the Xiaomi Mi 6X.
Samsung thinks an iPhone X-like design will turn China on to the Galaxy S9
Samsung may be looking at radical new ways of increasing its market share in China, where it doesn't enjoy much success. A new phone known as the SM-G8850 may be part of the Galaxy S9 family, but with more power, and a massive screen -- but not the familiar design traits we know and love.
For its 15th-anniversary phones, Meizu nixes the notch and shuns 18:9 screens
Meizu has announced three new smartphones to celebrate its 15th anniversary, but rather than embrace new design and screen tech, it has stuck with a traditional look. That means no notch, and no 18:9 aspect ratio. Here's what you need to know about the Meizu 15, Meizu 15 Plus, and the Meizu 15 Lite.