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iPhone 14 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro camera modules.

With the Pixel 8, Google needs to fix a nagging camera problem

It's time for Google to break free from Apple's camera philosophy and place a zoom camera in the standard Pixel 8 next year.
Mobile Features
Chrome OS Flex on a ASUS laptop.

Why I converted my Windows laptop into a Chromebook, and why you should too

Google's ChromeOS Flex is one of the best ways of breathing new life into your old laptop or spicing up a new one. This doesn't mean there aren't trade-offs.
Computing Features
The Google Pixel Table and the Speaker Dock.

Someone’s selling a Google Pixel Tablet months before its release date

What appears to be Google's upcoming Pixel Tablet is for sale on Facebook Marketplace months ahead of its 2023 release.
Mobile News
The back of the Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 6 Pro.

Pixel Feature Drops used to be spectacular — now they’re horribly mediocre

Google promises feature-packed quarterly releases for its newest Pixel phones. The reality is proving to be less rosy than advertised.
Mobile Features
iPhone 14 Pro and 13 Pro camera modules.

How old phones became the cool, good phones in 2022

Old smartphones have gotten better and cheaper than ever, and the pattern's not likely to stop in 2023.
Mobile Features
The Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 6 Pro camera modules.

How 2023 could bring Google’s best and most ambitious Pixel lineup yet

If Google plays its cards right in 2023, it could have the biggest and most impressive Pixel lineup yet. And it already looks incredible.
Mobile Features
Playing Diablo Immortal on the Asus ROG Phone 5.

The U.K. wants to break up Google and Apple’s cloud gaming stranglehold

The UK's CMA has Apple and Google in its sights as it opens an investigation into whether both companies are suppressing cloud gaming growth.
Mobile News
An alleged render of a 2023 Samsung Galaxy A54 phone.

The Galaxy A54 gets a much-needed design refresh in new renders

Samsung continues getting rid of the camera island as new renders show off the sequel to the bestselling A53.
Mobile News
Two phones on a table next to each other. One is showing the WhatsApp logo, and the other is running the WhatsApp application.

You’ll soon be able to use WhatsApp on more than one phone

WhatsApp is preparing to add a much-requested feature with multidevice support and companion mode.
Mobile News
Someone holding an iPhone 14 with the display turned on.

This EU law could force Apple to open up iMessage and the App Store

After forcing Apple to bring USB-C to the iPhone, the next EU law takes aim at the App Store.
Mobile News
Google Pixel 2 XL - Best Android phones

This is the Pixel 2’s secret eye-scanning feature that never was

A prototype of Google's Pixel 2 shows one fork in the road not taken: an eye scanning feature.
Mobile News
An iPhone with iOS 16, showing the new Lock Screen.

How to customize your iPhone lock screen on iOS 16

With iOS 16, Apple has introduced vastly expanded iOS customization features, especially for the lock screen. Here's how to make your iPhone feel truly yours.
Mobile Guides
The Nokia X30's camera and rear.

Nokia X30 5G review: a pure view of mediocrity

The Nokia X30 5G aims to compete with budget handsets from Samsung and Google. But does it deliver the goods? See what we think in our review.
Mobile Reviews
Surface Duo 2 on a textured background.

Microsoft’s Surface Duo gets a Windows-style refresh with Android 12L

Micosoft gives its Surface Duo and Duo 2 a Windows 11-style makeover as it begins the release of Android 12L to both foldables.
Mobile News
Google Pixel Family IO 2022

Google wants us to invest in an ecosystem we can’t trust

Google has a promising ecosystem with its Pixel line, but the company's frequent U-turns and strategy shifts make investing a hard sell.
Mobile Features
Apple iPhone SE 2024 leaks

Gorgeous iPhone SE 4 renders show a huge design change — including a notch

The first renders of the iPhone SE 4 revive one of the more popular iPhones for a second chance at life.
Mobile News
Google Chrome app on s8 screen.

Google Chrome is getting the Android tablet update you’ve been waiting for

In preparation for the Pixel Tablet launching next year, Google is launching a huge, big-screen update for Chrome on Android.
Mobile News
The Google Pixel 7 Pro standing up.

How to turn on car crash detection on your Pixel phone

The iPhone 14 isn't the only smartphone to feature crash detection. Learn how to turn on this life-saving feature with a Pixel now.
Mobile Guides
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Phantom Black with S Pen.

Samsung’s One UI 5 launches with iOS 16’s coolest feature

Samsung's One UI 5 is coming to the S22 later this year, and a familiar iOS 16 feature is coming with it.
Mobile News
fossil gen 6 wellness smartwatch wear os 3 pixel watch

Fossil’s first Wear OS 3 smartwatch looks like a better (and cheaper) Pixel Watch

Step aside, Pixel Watch. The Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition has better health tracking features, a sleek design, and a cheaper price.
Mobile News
Google passkeys on Android

Google wants to kill your passwords on Android and Chrome with passkeys

Google shared its plans to launch passkeys and make insecure passwords a thing of the pass as part of an industrywide initiative.
Mobile News
Yellow iPhone XR resting on a bench

The next iPhone SE may have the biggest design change we’ve ever seen

Apple's iPhone SE has typically been one of the smallest phones in its lineup, but that may be set to change with its next release.
Mobile News
The back of the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

The Pixel 7 and 7 Pro are finally here, and with price tags you’ll love

Google has finally revealed the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. A lot about them seems familiar, especially the sharp cameras, fast chips, and low prices.
Mobile News
Someone holding the Google Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6a next to each other.

The Pixel 6 gave Google momentum — now the Pixel 7 has to keep it

The hardest part about launching a phone brand is drawing attention. The second hardest part is making sure it's good attention.
Mobile Features
Brand new USB-C type to Lightning fast charging cable of with iPhone 11 Pro Max

It’s official: Apple is required to make a USB-C iPhone by 2024

The EU's USB-C common charger legislation has officially been passed. Now, all smartphones, including the iPhone, will have to adopt USB-C by 2024.
Mobile News
Google Pixel 7 Pro design render.

Latest Google Pixel 7 leak reveals the full design in all of its glory

A week before the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro launch, one leak shows off the entire design of Google's upcoming flagships.
Mobile News
Huawei's Mate 50 Pro set over a sunset.

Huawei’s Mate 50 Pro is here with an insane 200x zoom

Months after its launch in China, Huawei's bringing its impressive Mate 50 Pro to Europe. There's still no Google Play though.
Mobile News
The Fitbit Inspire 3 in use.

Have a Fitbit? You’ll soon be forced to link a Google account

You'll soon need to have a Google account to use a Fitbit as the parent company begins to streamline.
Mobile News
Google Pixel Tablet.

Google Pixel Tablet leak reveals key specs about the mysterious device

We still don't know much about the Google Pixel Tablet, but a new leak has now shed light on some of its key specs.
Mobile News
Someone wearing the Apple Watch Ultra while climbing.

Apple Watch Ultra review roundup: a truly curious beast

Apple has just dropped its most expensive smartwatch to date. Here's what everyone's saying about the Watch Ultra.
Mobile News
The Deep Purple color iPhone 14 Pro.

Watch the iPhone 14’s car crash detection get put to the test

One of the most impressive iPhone 14 features is car crash detection. But what does it look like in action? A new video shows us.
Mobile News
Galaxy S22 Ultra in Phantom Black with S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy S22 buying guide: everything you need to know

Considering buying Samsung's Galaxy S22? Here's everything we know about the company's 2022 flagship.
Mobile Guides
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus.

Apple’s iPhone 14 Plus has a pricing problem bigger than it is

Apple's new iPhone 14 Plus is far too expensive for this economy, and it may fail for that reason.
Mobile Features
Apple Messages opened on iPhone 13 Pro Max

Sorry, Google — Apple is right to keep ignoring RCS for the iPhone

Apple continues to ignore RCS on iPhones despite all the very good reasons to adopt it. The company may have a point.
Mobile Features
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