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Android 15 on stage at Google I/O 2024.

Android is getting an AI overhaul. Here’s what it looks like

Android will be getting numerous Gemini features in its next update. Here's a look at what's coming.
Google Gemini on smartphone.

Google Lens now works with videos, and it’s super impressive

Google just revealed a new way to search the web through video.
Renders of the 11-inch and 13-inch models of the iPad Pro 2024.

Apple’s new iPads look amazing, but there’s one big problem

Apple showed off some impressive new iPads. But there's still one thing that is holding them back from their full potential.
OnePlus Open in Emerald Dusk in hand.

OnePlus Open review: an excellent foldable, with a catch

The foldable market is growing, this time with OnePlus joining the fray. How does the OnePlus Open fare? Let's find out.
iPad Pro.

Apple finally fixed my biggest issue with the iPad Pro

Apple finally updated the iPad Air and iPad Pro lines, and fixed a glaring problem that I've had with the Pro models for years.
An official photo of the 2024 iPad Air.

Apple made an outrageous change to its new iPads

Apple's new iPads are here, but these new devices are breaking a long-standing tradition.
Promo image for the Google Pixel 8a, showing renders of the phone in all four colors.

The 10 most important things to know about the Google Pixel 8a

Google has just announced the Google Pixel 8a. Here are the most important things about it that you need to know.
Close-up photo of the Messages app on an iPhone.

How to fix iMessage activation errors on your iPhone

Are you having activation errors with iMessage on your iPhone? Here are some fixes for the problem.
OnePlus Open in hand.

Six months later, is the OnePlus Open still worth it? I found out

It's been about six months since the OnePlus Open hit the market. Is OnePlus' first foldable still worth it? I revisited the phone to find out.
Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 Pro.

One of the most iconic iPhone accessories is back — and it’s great

The Mophie Juice Pack used to be an accessory that you would see everywhere, but then it vanished. Now it's back for the iPhone 15 series.
A Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus laying on concrete.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus is a great Android phone — but so are these five alternatives.
Samsung Galaxy S24 (left) and Google Pixel 8 in hand.

5 ways the Samsung Galaxy S24 beats the Google Pixel 8

Thinking of buying either a Google Pixel 8 or a Samsung Galaxy S24? Here are a few reasons why the Galaxy S24 is the better choice.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I compared Google and Samsung’s AI photo-editing tools. It’s not even close

Google and Samsung both have their own versions of an object removal tool. But which one works better? We found out.
OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition in hand.

The OnePlus 12R is still one of 2024’s best smartphone deals

We're a couple of months removed from the OnePlus 12R's release. Is it still as good as it was back in February? I revisited the phone to find out.
Nomad Glow 2.0 Sport Case and Apple Watch Sport Band in daylight.

Nomad’s new iPhone case and Apple Watch band may be its coolest yet

Your Apple Watch and iPhone are fine on their own. But what if they also glowed in the dark? Thanks to Nomad's new Glow 2.0 accessories, now they can.
Holding the Samsung Galaxy S23 with the display turned on.

Samsung has a new (and cheaper) way to buy the Galaxy S23

If you need a new phone, the Galaxy S23 is still a great choice, And now, you can save even more money with Samsung's Certified Re-Newed program.
A green iPhone 15 on a green bench.

5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 15

Thinking about buying the iPhone 15? Wait! Here are five other alternatives you should consider instead.
Genshin Impact Edition OnePlus 12R (left) and Flowy Emerald OnePlus 12.

I did a OnePlus 12 vs. OnePlus 12R camera test, and there’s a big difference

The OnePlus 12R is a more affordable option than the OnePlus 12, but with slightly lesser specs and no Hasselblad. Does that really matter though? We find out.
Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pro with Chopper and BD-1 droids around it.

Why you should buy the iPhone 15 Pro instead of the iPhone 15 Pro Max

Just because the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the biggest and best from Apple doesn't mean it's a fit for everyone. Here's why I prefer the iPhone 15 Pro.
OnePlus 12 Flowy Emerald held in hand.

OnePlus 12 review: the new Android phone to beat in 2024

The OnePlus 12 is here to kick things off for the new year of smartphone releases. Is it worth the $800? Let's find out.
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus's gallery app.

There’s a big problem with the iPhone’s Photos app

Google is making its best photo-editing tools available on all smartphones. But in doing so, it also shines a light on just how stale Apple Photos has become.
iMessage on an iPhone 14 Pro Max, plus iMessage on an Android phone using the Beeper app.

How to use iMessage on an Android phone or tablet

Apple may never put iMessage on Android, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. Here's how you can chat away on iMessage on an Android phone right now.
Google Pixel 7a in Snow in hand.

Whatever you do, don’t buy the Google Pixel 7a right now

It's been almost a year since the Pixel 7a came out, and we have the Pixel 8a just over the horizon. Is the Pixel 7a any good in 2024?
Samsung Galaxy S24 in Marble Gray held in hand.

Samsung Galaxy S24 review: a smart little upgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest of the new S24 lineup. But there's a lot to like about the most compact Galaxy S24 model. Here's our full review.
A render of the front of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024.

Samsung’s newest Android tablet is a perfect iPad alternative

Looking for a cheap Android tablet that can compete head-to-head with Apple's cheapest iPad? Samsung now has a new option for your consideration.
The Home Screen on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

This one thing could make iOS 18 the best iPhone update in years

There's a lot to look forward to with iOS 18. But more than anything, I'm hoping for a huge design overhaul.
Samsung Galaxy S24 in Marble Gray standing on park bench.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S24

Are you thinking about picking up a Samsung Galaxy S24? Stop! Consider getting these alternatives instead.
Blue Titanium (left) and Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pros on a green park bench.

iPhone 15 Pro review: smaller, but still mighty

The iPhone 15 Pro may look like the lesser model compared to its larger sibling, but there is still plenty to love — especially if you prefer smaller phones.
The home screen on the Apple iPhone 15 Plus.

The 7 biggest features we expect to see in iOS 18

We're just a few months away from the reveal of iOS 18, and it should be a huge update. Here are a few of the biggest features we expect to see.
Blue Titanium iPhone 15 Pro in hand.

I’ve had the iPhone 15 Pro for six months. Here’s why it’s still amazing

The iPhone 15 Pro came out six months ago, but it's still one of my favorite phones to use daily in 2024. Here's why.
Google Pixel 8 in white and pink.

Google is going to change Pixel phones forever, and I can’t wait

There are a lot of big changes coming to the Pixel lineup this year. And you know what? I can't wait to see what Google has in store.
Purple iPhone 14 (left) and a green iPhone 15 in hand.

10 reasons you should buy an iPhone in 2024

We all know the Apple iPhone is great. But when you get down to it, why should you really buy an iPhone in 2024? Here are a few reasons.
WWDC 2024 banner.

Apple just announced the dates for WWDC 2024

Apple has just confirmed the dates of WWDC 2024. Here's when the next Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place.
Moto G 5G (2024) in Sage Green.

This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not

At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and S Pen stylus on its screen.

5 things I want to see in the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is still a ways away. However, when it gets here, there are a few key features I really want to see.
Mophie Cherry Blossom 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe.

Mophie made one of the cutest iPhone accessories I’ve ever used

Do you want an iPhone charger that's powerful, convenient, and way too cute? Mophie has exactly what you've been looking for.
The iPhone 5 and iPhone 15 Pro Max volume buttons.

The most common iPhone 15 problems and how to solve them

Is your iPhone 15 not working as well as it usually does? You may not be alone. Here’s five of the most common iPhone 15 problems and how to fix them.
iPhone 15 Pro Max lying on the ground surrounded by leaves.

5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 15 Pro Max

Are you thinking about picking up an iPhone 15 Pro Max? Before you do that, consider buying one of these other phones instead.