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Instagram login screen.

Instagram’s newest feature will let you know when it does go down

Forget Down Detector or Twitter, Instagram will let you know when it's experiencing issues -- at least if you're in the U.S.
Mobile Android
Telegram app download.

Here’s why Telegram will probably never beat WhatsApp

Telegram added 70 million users on the back of WhatsApp's outage this week, but it's unlikely to replace WhatsApp as the messaging app of choice for billions.
Mobile Opinion
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Google’s Pixel 6 features new Pixel Pass subscription service to rival Apple One

Google's Pixel 6 might come with a Pixel Pass service at launch to rival the iPhone Upgrade Program and Apple One.
Mobile News
Someone holding the iPhone XR outdoors while it displays apps.

Paddle wants to be first to replace Apple’s in-app billing system for developers

In the wake of the Apple and Epic lawsuit, Paddle thinks it can replace Apple's in-app billing system for willing developers.
Mobile Apple
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Expansive Google Pixel 6 leak confirms facial recognition, new Pixel cases

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have leaked once more before launch, revealing little details like support for face unlock, a new Pixel Stand, and more.
Mobile Android
Apple Pay sticker on a payment terminal

The EU plans to escalate its Apple Pay investigation next year

Apple's NFC limitations may be coming back to bite it as the European Union prepares to file antitrust charges against the company.
Mobile Apple
iPhone 11 Pro and Pixel 4 rear

Here’s why you should buy certified renewed or refurbished smartphones

Here's why refurbished phones are worth considering over brand new phones.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Android 12 with Material You launches today, hits Pixel phones in coming weeks

Google has finally launched Android 12 after a months-long testing period, but it'll still be weeks before it comes to Pixel phones and other devices.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Google Pixel 6 Pro camera samples leak online yet again ahead of launch

Get a peek at alleged first camera samples of the Google Pixel 6 Pro from prototype hardware.
Mobile Android
Apple Watch Series 7 sleep data.

The Apple Watch Series 7 finally has official pre-order and release dates

After supply chain-related delays, the Apple Watch Series 7 finally has a pre-order date, with shipments starting in the middle of October.
Mobile Apple
surface duo 2 price specs features duo2 reading

The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 is different in all the right ways

Microsoft keeps pushing a different kind of foldable than the mainstream -- it just might be on to something.
Mobile Android
Instagram login screen.

Messenger and Instagram gain cross-app group chats, new themes

Facebook today unveiled new features for its unified Messenger and Instagram Direct service, including new group chat options, themes, and Watch Together.
Mobile News
The iPhone 13 Pro's lock screen.

Apple’s iPhone 13 and iPad Mini are facing more display and touch problems

Buyers of Apple's new iPhone 13 and iPad Mini have reported display and touchscreen problems just a week after launch.
Mobile Apple
Galaxy Z Flip 3 with the Z Fold range.

Android 12.1 hands-on shows a redesigned big-screen Android experience for foldables

An early build of Android 12.1 has made its way online, showing off Google's plans for foldable phones running its mobile platform.
Mobile Apple
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Google Pixel 6 pricing looks set to match Apple’s iPhone 13

A new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro leak purports to reveal European pricing, setting up a showdown with the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro.
Mobile Android
WhatsApp multi-device support image laptop, display, tablet

WhatsApp’s biggest restriction might finally be lifted soon

WhatsApp is moving toward lifting its single phone restriction as screenshots of a 'Multi-Device 2.0' surface.
Mobile Android
iPad Mini (2021) as seen while hiking.

It sure looks like the iPad Mini has a ‘jelly scrolling’ problem

The new iPad Mini appears to have a jelly scrolling display problem when browsing content in both portrait and landscape modes.
Mobile Apple
Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21 Fan Edition

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Fan Edition might be canceled after all

Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE might not be coming after all as the chip shortage continues to ravage the mobile world.
Mobile Android
youtube launches music feat

Google is finally bringing YouTube Music to older Wear OS watches

Google's YouTube Music app is no longer exclusive to watches running Google Wear OS 3. The company is bringing it to older devices this week.
Mobile Android
The Pixel 6 in lime green with a corresponding wallpaper.

Google could bring back the ultrawide selfie camera with the Pixel 6 Pro

Ahead of Google's Pixel 6 launch, a software leak details Google's plans for the upcoming flagship's camera, ranging from new modes to an ultrawide selfie.
Mobile Android
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leaks online via renders. Credits: IceUniverse

First renders of a Note-like Galaxy S22 Ultra make their way online

Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra could be a Note replacement, and newly leaked renders of the upcoming phone appear to back that up.
Mobile Android
The Google Photos logo.

Google’s newest Android updates bring accessibility changes and emoji updates

Google has rolled out its latest Android feature drop with updates hitting everything from accessibility and Google Photos to Gboard's emoji kitchen.
Mobile Android
Black iPhone 11 plugged into charger.

The EU wants Apple to ditch the Lightning port for USB-C by 2024

A new European Union policy could force Apple to finally switch to USB-C despite its stubborn stance on the proprietary Lightning port.
Mobile Apple
Kindle Paperwhite with camping gear.

Amazon refreshes the Kindle Paperwhite with USB-C and bigger screens

Amazon cracks open the page on three new Kindles as it refreshes the Paperwhite and adds two separate editions.
Mobile News
Google Pixel 6 camera module.

Faster charging confirmed for Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro

Google's Pixel 6 is finally getting faster charging support as a regulatory label confirms the company's plans to move from 18W charging speeds to 33W.
Mobile Android
microsoft surface duo review modes tent 2

Microsoft’s Surface Duo 2 is coming with 5G and NFC

The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 will have 5G and NFC, fixing two of the biggest problems with the original model.
Mobile Android
Android 12 display screens. Credits: Android official.

You probably won’t get Android 12’s coolest feature when it rolls out

Most Android users will see more Google Blue than Material You when Android 12 rolls out. Android phone makers are keeping their own designs.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 colors.

Google’s Pixel 6 Pro’s specs come into focus after comprehensive leak

A new report details many of the Google Pixel 6 Pro's technical specs ahead of its fall launch.
Mobile Android
Person using the all new iPhone 13.

Apple iPhone 13 buying guide: Release date, price, specs — everything we know

Apple just made the iPhone 13 series official. Here's everything you need to know about the design, specs, features, and price.
Mobile News
Apple CEO Tim Cook at Apple Park

How to watch Apple’s ‘California Streaming’ event if you missed it live

Apple announced the iPhone 13 on September 14 at its California Streaming event. Here's how to watch it if you missed it.
Mobile Apple
Tim Cook Apple Event 2021

Apple iPhone 13 event: Everything announced

Apple held its California Streaming event on September 14 to announce the iPhone 13 and other new hardware. Here's what we saw at the event.
Mobile News
Tim Cook Apple Event 2021

Apple iPhone 13 event: Everything announced

Google Pixel 6 camera module.

Google Pixel 6 teaser hints at October 19 launch date

Google's Pixel 6 had always been set for October release -- now an Instagram post may let us know exactly when Google's planning to launch its next flagship.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 5a with screen on.

The Pixel 5a isn’t launching in Europe. Here are 5 phones you can buy instead

The limited launch of Google's Pixel 5a means that not everyone can get one. With cheap 5G Android phones getting better, here are some alternative options.
Mobile Android
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