Apple USB Restricted mode can be bypassed with a simple $39 accessory
USB Restricted mode, one of iOS 11.4.1's most anticipated features, has apparently already been beaten - to a degree. The mode seeks to stop third parties from being able to extract data from a seized iPhone by locking down the Lightning port - but a $39 accessory can effectively halt Apple's security.
Huawei might be making a powerful phone for mobile gamers
A phone just for gaming seemed like an oddity just a year ago, yet now we're seeing more and more gaming-based devices pop up. Now, Chinese juggernaut Huawei might be making its own high spec, gaming-focused device, set for the end of 2018. Here's everything we know about the Huawei gaming phone.
Your Galaxy phone probably won’t send your images to a random contact
Reports have emerged that Samsung phones are sending users' entire galleries to random contacts. The issue has been reported on the Galaxy S9, S9 Plus, and Note 8, but there is probably absolutely no reason to worry unless you're in a specific list of people, and there's an easy way to fix it.
Get a business phone number the easy way with the OpenPhone app
If you're running your own business, then you might know how important it is to separate your work and business life. OpenPhone is a new start-up that wants to make it easier to separate business and pleasure with an app that supplies you with your very own business line, replete with opening hours.
HTC to cut a quarter of jobs after huge plunge in 2018 sales
Veteran smartphone manufacturer HTC is set to cut almost a quarter of its workforce after sales of the Taiwanese company's smartphones continued to decline, with results in March and April lower than the previous year. With smartphone sales slowing, will we soon be seeing a huge shake-up in the market?
Moto Z3 Play: Everything you need to know about Motorola’s modular phone
Motorola's newest midrange device, the Moto Z3 Play, has been announced, and with the Snapdragon 636, new design, and a $500 price point, it's definitely the cheapest way to start dabbling in Motorola's Moto Mod ecosphere. Here's everything we know and the latest on Motorola's Moto Z3 Play.
Win a year’s worth of cupcakes from LG (oh, and some free phones)
Fancy winning a year's worth of cupcakes? LG is offering the chance for every U.S.-based Ryan to win a whole bundle of cake, alongside a bunch of LG G7 ThinQs as part of their bizarre new advertising campaign that includes Aubrey Plaza doing her very best Kool-Aid Man impression. Oh yeah!
How to use Google’s Datally to save data
If you're not on an unlimited data plan, then mobile data is a precious resource, and you want to save it. Background data-slurping is second nature to many modern apps, and it can be tough to stay on top of your allowances. Here's how to use Google Datally to conserve your mobile data.
Qualcomm’s newest smartwatch chips are made just for kids
Love it or hate it, technology is going to be a huge part of children's lives from now on. Qualcomm is launching itself head-first into that future with the release of a series of smartwatch chips meant exclusively for children's smartwatches, aimed at educating and protecting the next generation.
Get all your pods in one place with Google’s streamlined Podcasts app
Play Music no more! Google's long-awaited stand-alone podcast app, Google Podcasts, is here, and it's being constantly updated. With Google's sleek design, super-smart integration with Google Home, and millions of podcasts available at launch, there's nowhere better to listen to your favorite podcasts.
Australia punishes Apple for refusing to replace iPhones stricken by ‘Error 53’
A long-running legal dispute with Australia has led to Apple being fined over $6 million. Australia's federal court has ruled that Apple acted unlawfully when it refused to repair or replace the iPhones of customers affected by Error 53 - an error that came about as a result of third-party repairs.
The LG Q Stylus provides a cheaper way to be ultra-productive
If you've been looking for a stylus phone but didn't want to drop $950 on a Samsung Galaxy Note 8, then you haven't had many choices recently. Thankfully, LG is expanding your options with the announcement of the LG Q Stylus, a midrange phone with good specs, a built-in stylus, and LG's latest software.
World’s smallest 4G smartphone hits funding target in 60 seconds
It's undeniable that smartphones are getting larger and larger - but there's always someone ready to buck a trend. The Unihertz Atom is the world's smallest rugged 4G phone with a tiny 2.4-inch screen, but it's packing some serious power. Here's everything you need to know about the tiny titan.
Smarten up your old-fashioned watch with the Montblanc Twin Smart Strap
There's a whole galaxy of smartwatches out there, but sometimes you're just too attached to the normal watch on your wrist to give it up. You'll soon be able to add some smart functionality like NRC payments, notifications, and step tracking to your watch, thanks to the Montblanc Twin Smart Strap.
LG V35 ThinQ vs. LG G7 ThinQ: Which phone prevails in stablemate showdown?
The LG G7 ThinQ is barely out of the starting blocks, but LG isn't letting up the pressure. The LG V35 ThinQ is the latest flagship phone to come from LG, and it could be the phone to send LG's star back on the rise. But can it beat its own brother, the G7 ThinQ? We took a look to find out.
HTC U12 Plus vs. OnePlus 6: The new kids battle for supremacy
The 2018 phone release schedule is in full swing, and it's harder than ever to decide on a new phone. Two of the latest top handsets to be revealed are the HTC U12 Plus and the OnePlus 6, and both offer amazing specs and top performance. But which is better for you? We took a look to find out.
HTC U12 Plus vs. Galaxy S9 Plus: Clash of the plus-sized phones
Big phones are all the rage, and HTC's U12 Plus is the latest big phone to lumber its way into the marketplace. But with many giant screens out there, how do you know the HTC U12 Plus is for you? We put it against the mighty Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus to see which flagship you should buy.
LG G7 ThinQ vs. Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus: Clash for the heavyweight title
LG has unveiled the LG G7 ThinQ, its latest flagship that's due to compete for a space in one of the most competitive parts of the mobile market. With domination on LG's mind, how does the LG G7 ThinQ match up against the current king of the titans, the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus? We took a look to find out.
There’s a Wear OS alternative called AsteroidOS that you can install now
Starting to get a little tired of playing with the same software on your smartwatch? It turns out that you have another option - an open source one, Linux-based smartwatch OS called AsteroidOS has just launched for a selection of watches and Android phones. Here's what you need to know about AsteroidOS.
The S8 Lite appears to be Samsung’s response to a slowing flagship market
No, you haven't accidentally ended back up in 2017 - despite the Galaxy S9 being the new kid on the block, rumors are circulating that Samsung is preparing to launch a midrange version of last year's Samsung Galaxy S8. Here's absolutely everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite.
Google wants to let you vote from your Android phone
Would you feel happy casting your vote for your next government leader on your smartphone? Google wants to make it so you don't even think twice about it, and has revealed some new security features that might make the Android operating system the go-to choice for all sorts of secure transactions.
AT&T and Verizon lobbying for increased pricing power over smaller ISPs
Some of the U.S.'s largest communications companies are calling the FCC to end rules that require them to sell their network services to smaller ISPs for a set price. While USTelecom argues that this would pay off in the long run, the smaller ISPs warn it could increase consumer bills.
New iOS update will lock Lightning port to prevent unauthorized access
Apple is taking a step against unallowed access to iOS devices, if the beta update for iOS 11.4 is to be believed. A new feature in iOS 11.4 named "USB Restricted mode" would see an iOS device's Lightning port lock up completely if the device is not unlocked or attached to a computer after seven days.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs. Galaxy S8 Plus: Which galactic star should you pick?
In the battle between stablemates, there can only be one winner. With the release of the Galaxy S9, the S8 and S8 Plus have seen some serious price drops. But which former flagship do you buy to get the most for your money? We took a look, pitting the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus in a head-to-head comparison.
Is the Samsung Galaxy era over? Are smartphones dying?
Smartphone manufacturers could be in for a rough 2018, according to predictions by Samsung made during its financial results for the start of the year. While memory chips continue to sell well, Samsung has seen component sales for smartphones drop, and forecasts a tough second quarter.
Slow Chinese sales signal slump in global smartphone shipments
The results of the International Data Corporations analysis on smartphone sales for the first part of the year are in, and it seems that smartphone sales are declining as consumers choose to hold off on upgrades. Are expensive new flagship phones to blame, and which brands were hit the hardest?
Apple faces patent infringement charges over dual-lens iPhone camera tech
Apple is staring down the barrel of a legal battle concerning the dual-lens tech on the latest iPhone models. According to allegations made by Israeli startup Corephotonics, Apple willfully copied the patented designs that the startup showed it, and went on to use the technology in dual-lens iPhones.
Google is replacing Android’s gun emoji with a water pistol
Following the controversial status of guns in the U.S. and the general trend of the past few years, Google seems to be making the move to change the design of its revolver-style emoji into a toy-like Super Soaker water gun. The change is expected to follow in the next major Android update, Android P.
U.S. Galaxy S9 handsets can be forced into a reboot by a ‘complex shader’
The Samsung Galaxy S9 may be one of the most advanced smartphones ever made, but it can be laid low by a particularly complex shader, according to a report. The issue affects models with the Snapdragon 845 processor, which means most of the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus handsets sold in the U.S.
France is making its own WhatsApp clone in response to surveillance fears
Amidst growing fears of data privacy, government snooping, and the threat of hackers, France is seizing the bull by the horns and building its own version of a WhatsApp or Telegram-style chat app, specifically for use by government officials. Will other governments follow suit with their own apps?