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Renders of the upcoming OnePlus Nord N20.

OnePlus shares first details of the upcoming Nord N20

OnePlus is planning its first truly budget phone with an AMOLED display.
Common Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra problems and how to fix them.

Samsung joins Apple with support for DIY phone repairs

Right-to-repair campaigners score another victory as Samsung now allows for self-repair on its smartphones.
OnePlus 10 Pro 5G box in red.

Everything announced at the OnePlus 10 Pro global launch

The OnePlus 10 Pro is coming to the U.S., the U.K., and the rest of the world on March 31. Here's everything you need to know about the phone.
A closer look at the Google Pixel 6 camera array. Credits: Andy Boxall/Digital Trends.

Google’s Pixel 6 is great — but stay close to a charger

After using the Pixel 6 for three months, we have a few more thoughts on how Google's latest flagship fares in the real world.
iPhone 14 Pro in hand.

The iPhone could be Apple’s next subscription service target

You subscribe to Apple Music, you subscribe to Apple Arcade, and a new report says you could soon be subscribing to own an Apple iPhone.
Concept for Nothing smartphone

Nothing brings back the tired old trope of the iPhone killer

Nothing threw a few stones in its The Truth presser. Too bad it was lobbing them from a gilded, glass house.
Nothing Ear 1 earbud inside the case.

Everything announced at Nothing’s ‘The Truth’ event today

Nothing today announced its upcoming Nothing Phone 1 as it plans to take on Apple's former boutique role in the smartphone market.
The rear panel of the Google Pixel 6.

Google brings Android 12L to the Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro

Google's flagship phones are finally getting the Android 12L with the March Feature drop update after suffering yet another delay.
Tile Pro white on key.

Tile rolls out anti-stalking tool in wake of AirTags scandal

Tile's new feature will keep you from being stalked without your knowledge with a little effort.
The rear panel of the Samsung Galaxy A52 showing its camera array.

Everything announced at Samsung’s Awesome Galaxy A event

Samsung is refreshing its Galaxy A-Series phones this April. New Galaxy A33, A53, and A73 models broke cover at the company's virtual event.
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G camera module.

Samsung’s $450 Galaxy A53 launches to take on the iPhone SE

Samsung's new A53 phone breaks cover as a modest upgrade to last year's A52. A cheaper Galaxy A13 is also going on sale soon.
The S22 Ultra in nature.

Samsung brings S22 features to older phones with One UI 4.1

Samsung's Galaxy S22 launched with exclusive new features. The company is now rolling out a few of those features to older phones.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Flip 3 together, showing their partially folded displays.

What if Apple doesn’t release a foldable?

The foldable market has been growing on the Android side. What happens if Apple doesn't want to play?
Android 12

Android 12: Everything you need to know

Android 12 is now available for download. Here's everything you need to know about Google's next big update.
Google Pixel 6 Pro wallpaper.

Google adds more iMessage features to Android’s Messages app

Google's new Messages app update tries to bridge the gap between Android and iPhones with reactions and high-res media sharing.
iPad Air announced with new colors.

Apple supercharges the iPad Air 5 with an M1 chip and 5G

Apple's new iPad Air is finally here with an M1 processor, 5G, and improved cameras.
iPhone SE 2020's Touch ID sensor.

Apple is the only company that can pull off an iPhone SE

As Apple gears up to release another iPhone SE, it's worth thinking why other companies haven't adopted this deceptively simple sales strategy
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with keyboard.

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 shows why Android 12L isn’t enough

With Google's Android 12L racing to the finish line, Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 reminds us the real issue with Android tablets isn't the interface.
Apple Air tag

Apple update adds more antistalking tools to AirTags

Apple continues addressing its AirTags stalking problem with updates to iOS.
Google Pixel 6 Pro widgets.

The first Google Pixel 7 Pro leaks show few design changes

Google's Pixel 7 is going to look a lot like the Pixel 6 Pro if these first few renders are accurate.
BlackBerry Key2. Credits: BlackBerry official.

BlackBerry’s latest revival attempt crashes before launch

BlackBerry's partnership with a Texas-based startup has ended in failure, with the startup announcing its closure. A 5G QWERTY BlackBerry had been planned.
Galaxy S22 camera module.

Samsung Galaxy S22 vs iPhone 13: Which should you buy?

After months of anticipation, Samsung's Galaxy S22 is finally here! Find out how it stacks up to Apple's iPhone 13 here.
Pixel 6 quick access options.

Google’s privacy sandbox to limit tracking on Android phones

Google today announced it would be bringing the same privacy sandbox features it touts on Chrome to Android phones and tablets later this year.
Android 13 concept.

You can download Android 13’s first Developer Preview now

Google's Android 13 breaks cover with its first Developer Preview as the company plans a summer release.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with keyboard.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: Everything you need to know

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 has officially launched. Here's everything you need to know about Samsung's new premium slates.
Galaxy S22 Ultra with S22 Plus and S22.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked February 2022: Everything announced

Samsung held its Unpacked event on February 9. Here's everything that was announced.
Apple Pay sticker on a payment terminal

Apple takes on Square with Tap to Pay for iPhones

Apple is taking on Square and other portable payment processors with its greatest weapon -- the iPhone.
A pilot wearing Garmin's Air X10 watch

Garmin’s new D2 Air X10 adds voice controls for $550

In an upgrade to its critically well-received Garmin D2 Air, the new D2 Air X10 lets pilots control Siri or the Google Assistant from their wrists.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus vs. iPhone XS Max

Samsung and Apple dominated the smartphone market in 2021

Despite supply chain issues around the world, the smartphone market grew in 2021, with Apple and Samsung still managing to come out on top.
facebook privacy mark zuckerberg

Messenger’s encrypted chats pick up user-friendly features

Messenger's Secret Conversations mode learns a few new tricks as Meta rolls out a feature-packed update.
A press image showing the front and rear sides of the TCL 20 V 5G smartphone.

TCL’s 30V 5G is coming to Verizon for $300

TCL's new big-screened and affordable 5G phone is launching on Verizon for $300, the company announced today.
Samsung's Galaxy S22 invite.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked invites roll out for February 9

Samsung has just announced the launch date of the upcoming Galaxy S22, and it may bring quite the treat for Galaxy Note fans.
Location tracking on Android and iOS

Google faces legal trouble over Android data collection

Google is facing a lawsuit over allegedly collecting location data from Android users while making it difficult for users to limit data collection.
The rear panel of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Samsung confirms February Unpacked event for Galaxy S22

Samsung has finally confirmed the rumors about a February Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in 2022. We're almost certain to see the S22 and other devices.