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Christine Romero-Chan
Christine Romero-Chan
Staff Writer, Mobile

Christine Romero-Chan has been writing about technology, specifically Apple, for over a decade. She graduated from California State University Long Beach with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications, and her byline has appeared on sites like iMore, MakeUseOf, AppAdvice, Lifehacker, MacLife, and more. While her speciality has been all things Apple, especially the iPhone, she loves technology in general. Before the iPhone, she enjoyed seeing the latest innovations in the mobile space, from BlackBerry to the Palm Pre. Though she's been using an iPhone for the past 14 years, she is open to dabbling with Android and other mobile platforms, which is why she's here at Digital Trends.

Christine's other interests include mechanical keyboards (the superior typing experience), mobile photography, lots of coffee, food, Star Wars, a lot of animated series, and gaming. She's also based in Southern California, so she takes advantage of this by being a Disneyland passholder. If she isn't writing, chances are high that you'll find her at Disneyland with her husband and daughter.

You can find Christine on Mastodon.

ChatGPT app on an Apple Watch

How to add ChatGPT to your Apple Watch

ChatGPT is taking over the world. Now, you can even get it on your wrist as an Apple Watch app. Here's how!
The Apple Watch Ultra with the Apple Watch Series 8 and Watch SE 2.

Apple Watch Series 9: the 6 biggest things we want to see

We should expect a new Apple Watch Series 9 this fall. But what will it be like? Here are a few things we hope to see.
iPhone 15 render by 4RMD

iPhone 15: release date and price predictions, leaks, rumors, and more

iPhone 15: release date and price predictions, leaks, rumors, and more

Though Apple's iPhone 14 lineup recently came out, that's old news — it's all about the iPhone 15 in 2023! Here's what we know so far.
Deep purple iPhone 14 Pro and Cream Galaxy S23 crossed over

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How does Samsung's $800 Galaxy S23 stack up to Apple's $1,000 iPhone 14 Pro? We put them head-to-head to find out, and you may be surprised.
Nothing Phone 1 with Glyph lights active.

Nothing Phone 2: news, release date and price rumors, and more

Nothing will be launching the Nothing Phone 2 this year, and it will be available in the U.S. this time around. Here's everything we know so far!
iPhone X.

6 years later, the iPhone X still does one thing better than the iPhone 14 Pro

Apple got something perfect with the iPhone X and iPhone XS. And all these years later, the iPhone 14 Pro still can't beat them in one important way.
Siri in action on an iPhone.

How to replace Siri with ChatGPT on your iPhone

ChatGPT is taking over, and now you can even use it to replace Siri on your iPhone ... kind of. Here's how to get ChatGPT set up on your iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Apple iPhone 14 Pro

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The Galaxy S23 is one of this year's best Android phones, and I love using it. But there are a few things the iPhone is still so much better at.
iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen icons and widgets

I created the perfect iPhone home screen — and you can too

Everyone knows what a default iPhone home screen looks like. Mine looks nothing like that, and was years in the making. Here's how I did it.
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone automatically change for daylight saving time?

Will my phone automatically change for daylight saving time?

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samsung galaxy s23 ultra iphone 14 pro max drop test watch phonebuff

Watch the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max face off in brutal drop test

Watch the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max face off in brutal drop test

The Galaxy S23 Ultra has Corning's Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max has Ceramic Shield. Find out which is better in this drop test!
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra next to the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

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Android 14 is still in the early stages, but it's definitely coming this year. Will your phone be getting it? Here's what we know.
Samsung Galaxy S23 held in hand against green floral backdrop

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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!
Two Google Pixel 7 Pro smartphones.

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Your Google One plan just got 2 big security updates to keep you safe online

If you subscribe to Google One, you're getting two helpful security features to keep you safe on Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac.
Individual volume control sliders on a Samsung Galaxy S23

Android does this one thing so much better than iOS, and it drives me crazy

Let's face it — Apple is far from perfect, but it's absolutely ridiculous how bad volume controls on iOS are compared to Android.
Garmin Forerunner smartwatch lifestyle photo

The best smartwatches and wearables of MWC 2023

MWC 2023 is happening now, and these are the coolest smartwatches and wearables to come out of the event!
iPhone 14 Pro showing the Moon always-on screen, held in a man's hand.

How to reset your iPhone, restart it, and wipe it clean

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We've learned a lot about the iPhone over the years, but it's good to have a strong grasp on the basics. Here's a simple guide on how to reset your iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy S23 fingerprint sensor lock screen

How to take a screenshot on the Samsung Galaxy S23

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Got a new Samsung Galaxy S23 but need to figure out how to take screenshots? Here are five ways to do it!
The Oppo Find N2's open screen.

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OnePlus has finally announced that it will be launching a foldable smartphone. But don't expect it until sometime in the second half of 2023.
Samsung Galaxy S23 showing Google Photos

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During MWC 2023, Google just announced a slew of new features coming to Android phones and tablets starting today and later in the year.
A white Samsung Galaxy S23 next to a pink Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus.

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Samsung has just released the new Galaxy S23 lineup. Having trouble deciding between the regular S23 or the S23 Plus? Here's what you need to know.
The Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra all next to each other.

Does the Samsung Galaxy S23 have a headphone jack?

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Wondering if the new Samsung Galaxy S23 has a headphone jack for your favorite wired headphones? You might be out of luck, unfortunately.
Erasing items in Magic Eraser.

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Do you wish you had Magic Eraser on your non-Pixel Android phone or even your iPhone? Now you can, if you subscribe to Google One.
Twilio Authy 2FA app running on an iPhone.

SMS 2FA is insecure and bad — use these 5 great authenticator apps instead

You should be utilizing two-factor authentication on your accounts whenever possible. These apps help you secure your accounts with ease.
Leaked render of a new Motorola Razr phone

This leaked Motorola phone looks like the foldable of my dreams

A new render of an upcoming Motorola Razr phone shows off an impressive feature: a cover display unlike any we've seen before.
OtterBox OtterGrip case on an iPhone 14 Pro on a Walt Disney Studios phone holder with an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit nuiMos dressed up

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OtterBox's new OtterGrip case has an integrated phone grip that doesn't interfere with your iPhone's MagSafe compatibility, and it's amazing.
Samsung Galaxy S23 lock screen customization

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Folding iPhone concept from iOS Beta News

iPhone Flip: what we know about Apple’s first foldable phone

iPhone Flip: what we know about Apple’s first foldable phone

When will Apple release a foldable iPhone and what will it look like? Here's everything we know about the mythic iPhone Flip.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

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Samsung has unveiled the top-of-the-line Galaxy S23 Ultra. How does it stack up against Apple's flagship iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The back of the white Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

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The best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra cases: top 15 you can buy

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iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen on Mickey Mouse phone holder next to flowers

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iPhone 15 Pro CAD render

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Here's a first look at what the iPhone 15 Pro could look like, based on an early CAD model rendering.
Sample of new emoji coming in iOS 16.4

Apple’s iOS 16.4 beta brings new emoji, web app notifications, and more

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Apple just released the first iOS 16.4 beta to developers and public testers. It includes a lot of new features.
iPhone 14 Pro with iOS 16 notifications compared to Google Pixel 7 with Android 13 notifications

Using an Android phone showed me just how bad iOS notifications really are

iOS has never been great at notifications, but after using Android devices, I can't get over just how bad they really are.