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Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy Ring.

I spent two weeks with the Samsung Galaxy Ring, and I don’t think you should buy it

The Samsung Galaxy Ring is one of the most important smart rings ever. But is it one you should buy? I wore it for two weeks to find out.
Mobile Reviews
Focus modes page in the Control Center on an iPhone 16.

Why this 3-year-old iOS feature is one of my favorite things about the iPhone

Apple has released numerous iPhone and iOS features over the last few years. Here's why Focus modes, launched in 2021, remains one of my favorites.
Mobile Features
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 gain an hour of sleep. Indeed, daylight saving time ends this weekend. Here's how to make sure your smartphone's time changes correctly.
Mobile Guides
The white OnePlus 13.

The OnePlus 13 may have already killed the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The OnePlus 13 was recently announced. It looks great, has incredible specs, and just washed away any interest I had in the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Mobile Features
An iPhone 16 laying on a shelf with its screen on.

I was wrong about the iPhone 16

One of the main drawbacks of the iPhone 16 is its 60Hz display. I complained and ranted about it, too. But now, I have to take some of that back.
Mobile Features
The Apple Sports app running on an iPhone 16.

If you aren’t already using the Apple Sports app, you need to

Chances are you have an app on your phone for following sports scores. If that app isn't Apple Sports, this is your chance to fix that.
Mobile Features
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Qualcomm just made the future of smartphone cameras a lot more exciting

What does the future of smartphone cameras look like? Thanks to Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, it looks brighter than ever.
Mobile Features
Official rendering of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is Qualcomm’s new smartphone chip, and it’s a big deal

Qualcomm has announced its new smartphone chip. No, it's not the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. It's the Snapdragon 8 Elite, and it sounds mighty impressive.
Mobile News
Someone holding the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, showing the back of the phone.

Motorola had a rough 2024. Here’s what it needs to do in 2025

2024 was a rocky year for Motorola. As we get closer to 2025, here are five things the company needs to do in the new year.
Mobile Features
Someone holding an iPhone 16, showing the Control Center.

I created the perfect iOS 18 Control Center

iOS 18 let's you customize your Control Center more than ever before. I finally tried it out myself, and I created something I'm really happy with.
Mobile Features
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE sitting upright with its display turned on.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a solid $650 phone. Here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is Samsung's cheapest entry into the S24 family. But is it any good? I reviewed the phone to find out.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the yellow iPad (2022) in front of trees with orange, yellow leaves.

Don’t buy the wrong iPad during Prime Day! Here’s the only one you should get

There are lots of iPads on sale for Prime Day. Which one should you buy? There's only one right answer.
Mobile Deals
Someone holding the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review: a huge success

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a big and expensive smartphone. It's also one of the best I've used this year. Let me explain why in my full review.
Mobile Reviews
The iPhone 16 sitting on top of orange mums.

The iPhone 16 has ruined all other smartphones for me

The iPhone 16 isn't the most technically impressive smartphone available in 2024, but it does one thing better than any of its competitors.
Mobile Features
Screenshots of the Arc Search app on Android.

Arc Search, one of my favorite iPhone apps, is now on Android

Arc Search has become one of my favorite iPhone apps of 2024. Now, it's finally available on Android.
Mobile News
An iPhone and Apple Watch on the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Travel Pad.

I’ll never travel without Belkin’s excellent iPhone and Apple Watch charger

Looking for the perfect travel accessory for your iPhone and Apple Watch? Look no further than the Belkin Travel Pad.
Mobile Features
Someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 3.

Google Pixel Watch 3 review: the smartwatch I’ve been waiting for

The Google Pixel Watch 3 isn't just a good smartwatch — it's one of the best I've used this year. Learn why in my full review.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, showing the back of the phone.

I used the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE. Here’s what you should know about this $650 smartphone

The Galaxy S24 FE, Samsung's newest smartphone, is big, familiar, and costs just $650. I went hands-on with it to see if it's any good.
Mobile Features
Press photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE.

Samsung just announced the Galaxy S24 FE, and it’s a weird one

Samsung made another addition to its 2024 smartphone lineup. It's the Galaxy S24 FE, and it's a mighty interesting $650 handset. Here's the lowdown.
Mobile News
Wintergreen Pixel 9 with a Google "G" logo sign behind it.

2024 has been an unbelievable year for the Google Pixel

Google's Pixel lineup has had a lot of good years, but 2024 was its first truly outstanding one.
Mobile Features
Someone holding an iPhone 15 Pro Max outside on a patio, showing the back of the Natural Titanium color.

Apple just launched the iOS 18.1 public beta. Here’s how it’ll change your iPhone

Public betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 just launched — and they're a big deal. Why? Because they all have Apple Intelligence.
Mobile News
Someone holding the iPhone 16.

This one thing is holding back the iPhone 16

The iPhone 16 is here. With its new design and Camera Control button, it's a very welcome upgrade. But there's one thing I can't overlook.
Mobile Features
An official photo of someone holding the iPhone 16.

iPhone 16 preorders are live, and I just did something ridiculous

It's iPhone 16 preorder day, and I may have just done something very, very dumb.
Mobile Features
Someone holding the Apple Watch Series 10.

The Apple Watch Series 10 is a bigger upgrade than you think

Is the Apple Watch Series 10 another small upgrade? Is it worth getting excited about? I went hands-on with it to find out.
Mobile Features
iPhone 16 hands on.

I tried the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro, and this one feature blew me away

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have arrived, and I got to use both of them — and there's one new feature I can't get enough of.
Mobile Features
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The Honor Magic V3 is the folding phone I’ve been waiting for

I've used a lot of folding phones in 2024. Here's why the new Honor Magic V3 is one of the most impressive ones yet.
Mobile Features
Someone holding the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, showing the back of the phone.

I spent 48 hours with the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Here are 5 things you need to know

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is here, and I've had one for about 48 hours. Here are a few things you need to know about this folding phone.
Mobile Features
The Google Pixel 9 standing upright next to an Android statue.

Now Playing is the best Google Pixel 9 feature you aren’t using

The Google Pixel 9 has a lot of flashy new AI features. But one of the best things about the phone is something Google launched seven years ago.
Mobile Features
The Quick Settings page on an Apple Watch Ultra 2, showing the LTE icon.

Changing this one setting made my Apple Watch better than ever

I've worn an Apple Watch for years, and I love it. This summer, I enabled a feature I've long ignored, and it immediately made my Apple Watch so much better.
Mobile Features
The Apple logo on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

It looks like September 10 is going to be a big day for the iPhone

We're expecting new iPhones and Apple Watches very soon. Now, when they'll be announced has all but been confirmed.
Mobile News
Google Pixel Tablet on its charging dock.

A new Google Pixel Tablet is coming, but it’s not what you think

A new rumor claims that Google is prepping a new Pixel Tablet for release next month. However, it's not exactly the sequel you may be expecting.
Mobile News
Apple Watch Series 4 Best Smartwatches

Apple may stop updating one of its best Apple Watches this year

Apple's next Apple Watch update is watchOS 11. Unfortunately, one of the company's best smartwatches may not get it.
Mobile News
A person holding the OnePlus 12.

The OnePlus 13 just got exciting

More details about the OnePlus 13 just leaked, including new information about its display, battery, and charging capabilities. Here's what we've learned.
Mobile News
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 Bora Purple cover screen weather

We may know exactly when the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 will be released

Thanks to a new report, we may know exactly when Samsung plans to release the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Mobile News
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