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I hope the iPhone 13 has a fingerprint sensor as good as the Galaxy S21’s

The iPhone 13 may bring back Touch ID with an in-display fingerprint sensor -- but if Apple does bring it back, I hope it's as good as the Galaxy S21's.
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These are the first settings I change on every Samsung phone

Samsung phones offer some of the best hardware around, but the software is a little more controversial. Here are settings I change on every Samsung phone.
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Android’s Nearby Share just can’t compete with AirDrop

Android Nearby Share is a great way to transfer files between Android devices -- but does it really stack up against the much-loved Apple AirDrop?
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Surprisingly, the iPhone 12 Mini isn’t selling as well as expected

According to analyst notes, and despite how well the phone did in reviews, the iPhone 12 Mini doesn't appear to be selling as well as expected.
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The Galaxy S20 FE might still be a better buy than the Galaxy S21

The Samsung Galaxy S21 is an awesome phone, but if you're looking for an incredible phone on a budget, the Galaxy S20 FE might still be the way to go.
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This Xiaomi phone concept is an engineering marvel — but do we want it?

Xiaomi is showing off a new concept device that has a portless design, and a display that curves around all four of the edges of the phone.
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I have the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S20 FE and I don’t care about the plastic backs

It's reasonable to see the Galaxy S21's plastic back as a downgrade for a high-end phone, but when you consider the alternatives, it makes tons of sense.
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Phone makers, please stop putting terrible macro cameras in your cheap phones

More cameras is always better, right? Well, not exactly. Phone makers have been shipping 2-megapixel macro cameras on their phones, and results are ... subpar.
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Apple’s new App Privacy labels are disconcertingly inaccurate when put to test

According to a new report, Apple's new App Privacy labels in the App Store may not be as accurate as they should be. Why? Well, because they're self-reported.
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Samsung’s new display tech makes the Galaxy S21 Ultra even more power efficient

Turns out the Galaxy S21 Ultra has an even better display than we thought. Samsung says the display employs new tech that makes it up to 16% more efficient.
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Motorola Moto G Play review: A whole lot of phone for under $200

The Motorola Moto G Play is far from perfect, but at $170 it doesn't need to be perfect. Is it good enough, or should you keep saving?
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Apple is celebrating Black History Month across almost all of its services

Apple has announced a series of collections, features, and more, across its services, and in celebrating of Black History Month.
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The Sony Xperia Pro is the $2,500 phone videographers have been clamoring for

Sony has launched the new Xperia Pro, which is built to integrate with Sony cameras and streamline a digital workflow. The phone isn't cheap though, at $2,500.
Motorola One 5G Ace vs Google Pixel 4a 5G

Motorola One 5G Ace review: Good at most things, great at nothing

The Motorola One 5G Ace comes in at $400 and has a lot to offer -- but can it compete with the likes of the Pixel 4a and iPhone SE?
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Here are the best ways to spend your Galaxy S21 pre-order credit

Samsung is offering up to $200 in credit to use on the Samsung website to those who pre-order the Galaxy S21. Here's what you should spend that credit on.
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LG finally leaving the smartphone biz through shutdown or sale?

According to a new report, LG is considering finally ending its smartphone business. The company has reportedly lost $4.5 billion over the past five years.
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Qualcomm’s ‘new’ Snapdragon 870 is basically just a Snapdragon 865+

Qualcomm has announced a new chipset -- the Snapdragon 870. Despite the new name, however, the chipset is essentially identical to the Snapdragon 865+.
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The Samsung Galaxy S21 doesn’t have an SD card slot, and I don’t care

The Samsung Galaxy S21 is here, and it has finally done away with the MicroSD card slot. Many will disagree -- but I don't care.
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Are we OK with a $799 Galaxy S21 being made of plastic?

With a lower price come compromises. The Galaxy S21 has a plastic back -- and some people may not be able to get past that.
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Galaxy Buds Pro bring fresh features, tight integration to Samsung phones

Samsung has taken the wraps off of the new Galaxy Buds Pro true wireless headphones, which offer noise cancellation and tight integration with Samsung devices.
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Moto G Power (2021) review: Excellent battery life for just $200, and little more

Motorola has once again refreshed the Moto G line, including the new Moto G Power. It's bigger and has killer battery life -- and some cutbacks.
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The best new tablets of CES 2021: Lenovo, TCL

CES 2021 is here, bringing with it a number of tablets. While we didn't get tons of them, we did get some nice ones. Here are the best tablets of CES 2021.
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The best foldables (and rollables) of CES 2021

CES 2021 has been home to some interesting smartphone concepts, including a number of foldables and rollables. Here are the coolest concepts.
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Qualcomm’s long-awaited second-gen 3D Sonic fingerprint sensor is 50% faster

Qualcomm has announced a new, second-generation 3D Sonic fingerprint sensor, which it says is 77% larger and 50% faster. The sensor will debut in early 2021.
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Samsung’s new upcycling program turns your old phone into a SmartThings device

Samsung has announced the new Galaxy Upcycling at Home initiative, which is aimed at helping users use their old phones as SmartThings devices.
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TCL’s new 5G phones are the most affordable yet, but U.S. buyers have to wait

At CES 2021, TCL took the wraps off of the new TCL 20 series, currently made up of the TCL 20 5G, and the TCL 20 SE. Both are only available in Europe for now.
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The new Motorola Moto G family brings camera upgrades and enticing prices

Motorola has launched a revamped Moto G family for 2021, bringing minor improvements, new cameras, and more. There's also a new Motorola One 5G Ace.
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I actually use all of Apple’s preinstalled iPhone apps — here’s why

Apple's stock apps aren't quite as great as some third-party options. But I actually rely on them more than most. Here's why I use Apple's stock apps.
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Adding the S Pen to the Galaxy S21 only complicates Samsung’s lineup

The Samsung Galaxy S21 is almost here, and it's rumored that the Galaxy S21 Ultra will support the S Pen. That, however, is a bit of a weird idea.
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The Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 finally brings 5G to budget phones

Qualcomm is making 5G even more accessible, and to that end has launched the Snapdragon 480. The new chipset is likely to feature in low-end phones in 2021.
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We’re well past the point where Apple should have multi-user support on the iPad

The iPad is no longer strictly a personal device. With more people stuck at home, and sharing their iPads, it's time for multi-user support on the iPad.
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iPhone home screen widgets just aren’t very useful — here’s why

With iOS 14, Apple completely revamped how widgets work -- but while they look pretty great, they aren't the most functional out there. Here's why.
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OnePlus 8T Concept uses mmWave to track your breathing, and looks good doing it

The OnePlus 8T Concept uses mmWave radio waves to track objects around it -- and it can even track your breathing. Of course, you can't actually buy the phone.
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How are we supposed to care about MagSafe if Apple doesn’t?

Apple has brought back MagSafe for the iPhone 12, and it offers a way to magnetically attach chargers and accessories to the device. But it's a bit unfinished.