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The Nothing Phone 1 held in a mans hand, seen from the back.

The Nothing Phone is finally coming to the U.S., and I can’t wait

Nothing CEO Carl Pei has confirmed plans to sell phones in the U.S. It's about time buyers in the U.S. get a taste of competitive goodness and more value.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 alongside the tenth-gen iPad.

Forget Apple’s newest iPad — the Galaxy Tab S8 should be your next tablet

The 10th-gen iPad redefines Apple's entry-level tablet and aims for computing glory, but Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 is miles ahead from every angle.
The upcoming Huawei Buds smartwatch.

This ridiculous smartwatch has a hidden pair of earbuds inside

Huawei is gearing up to launch a new smartwatch hiding a pair of wireless earbuds under the display assembly. Nope, this is not a concept. It's a real thing.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 with CoverScreen OS and Maps

The Galaxy Z Flip 5 might fix the Flip 4’s biggest design flaws

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 will reportedly feature a larger — and more functional — secondary screen at the back, as well as a less visible crease inside.
Leaked render of the Google Pixel 7a.

First Google Pixel 7a renders show a modern, sleek design upgrade

The Pixel 7a is still about half a year away, but leaked renders reveal a very Pixel 7-esque design makeover for the upcoming Google midrangeophone.
Lock screen comparison of One UI 5 and iOS 16

Apple vs. Samsung: Who has the best lock screen customization in 2022?

iOS 16 set the ball rolling for deep lock screen customization, and won universal praise for it. Samsung aped Apple, but it didn't pull any punches, either.
Running an app in window view on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Five ways Android 13 has supercharged my Galaxy S22 experience

Samsung has finally given its phones the Android 13 treatment with One UI 5. Here are the five features that really stand out on the Galaxy S22.
Alleged renders of the Google Pixel Fold in black.

Why the Google Pixel Fold actually scares the hell out of me

A foldable Pixel phone sounds like an ambitious idea, but it might not turn out to be the game-changer that it appears to be on the surface.
Mastodon app listed on the App Store.

How to use Mastodon: create your account, join servers, and more

Elon Musk's shenanigans at Twitter are pushing a healthy bunch of users to an upstart named Mastodon. Here's a basic Mastodon onboarding guide for the expats.
Foldable iPhone in hand.

You simply have to see this amazing fan-made folding iPhone

A team of tech enthusiasts in China built their own foldable iPhone that actually works and looks extremely promising. Hey Apple, could you please hurry up?
The iPad (2022) in its yellow color.

The best thing about the 2022 iPad happens before you even use it

Long before you feel the power of A14 Bionic chip and slick iPadOS 16 tricks on the iPad, Apple gives you a taste of the irresistible ease of its walled garden.
The iPad (2022) with an Apple Pencil plugged into it using a USB-C cable and adapter.

The 3 glaring issues stopping me from loving the iPad (2022)

The 2022 iPad is a compelling redesign, but the significantly higher asking price is married to a trio of frustrations that are hard to overlook.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra Concept phne.

$41,000 gets you the phone and DSLR mash-up of your dreams

Xiaomi developed a real flagship phone with two 1-inch camera sensors that can take Leica's M-series lens kits. Also, it costs more than $40,000 a pop.
Tinder on the GooglePlay App Store.

App developers get relief from Google tax in one of Android’s biggest markets

Google has paused its rule requiring use of its own Play Store system for in-app payments. Developers can use third-party services and avoid Google's 30% tax.
Apps screen on the Google Pixel 7.

Google’s Android monopoly finds its biggest challenge, and Apple might be next

India's competition watchdog has slapped Google with two fines, each worth over $100 million. But it's the orders that truly hurt, and Apple might be next.
iPhone Flat side

The iPhone 15 may remove your power and volume buttons … sort of

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the iPhone 15 Pro models might ditch the physical volume and power buttons, and will rely on Taptic Engine touch.
The Lightning port on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Apple confirms USB-C is coming to iPhones, but it’s still bitter about it

Apple's Greg Joswiak has confirmed that iPhones are moving to the USB-C standard to comply with the EU mandate, but not without putting up a passionate defense.
OnePlus Nord N300 5G's rear face.

OnePlus Nord N300 looks neat and offers 33W charging for just $228

OnePlus Nord N300 offers a 90Hz refresh rate screen, 5G support, a microSD card slot, and a 33W fast charging for just $228. Oh, and the charger is in the box.
iPad Pro mockup running macOS.

I’m ready for an iPad with macOS — I’m just waiting on Apple to be

We're again hearing rumors of macOS coming to iPads. More than ever, the stage is almost set in 2022 from the hardware side. It's Apple that is holding it back.
Direct reply feature in Messages

Google Messages’ latest update might make iMessage users jealous

Google is rewarding RCS loyalists with features like auto transcription for voice notes in Messages, in-app YouTube video playback, intelligent reminders, etc.
The Google Pixel Watch's Big Time watch face.

First Pixel Watch teardown video shows it’s a repairability nightmare

Google's first smartwatch looks sleek, but damage to its sexy curved glass means prying out the battery. The rest of the innards are ugly.
M2 iPad Pro with Apple Pencil.

I wanted to love the M2 iPad Pro, but it let me down in all the worst ways

The M2 iPad Pro banks on the idea that a modest chip upgrade and a hovering stylus trick are worth over $1,000. It makes little sense, especially as an upgrade.
The iPad 10th Gen in all of its new colors.

Apple’s redesigned iPad with USB-C, 5G, and landscape camera arrives for $449

At a starting price of $449, Apple has gone bold with the design of the 10th Gen iPad and has given it meaningful upgrades like USB-C, 5G, and updated cameras.
Polished version of Apple Watch Ultra.

Apple Watch Ultra now comes in a fancy, shiny design — if you’re willing to pay

For all its boldness and rugged hardware, the Apple Watch Ultra is officially limited to a bland titanium look. If you seek bling, a polished style is possible.
Comparing iPhone 14 Pro with OnePlus 10 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro vs. OnePlus 10 Pro camera showdown isn’t even a contest

iPhone 14 Pro offers Apple's biggest camera upgrade in years, while the OnePlus 10 Pro proudly parades its Hasselblad chops. However, the rivalry is lopsided.
The Google Nest Audio speaker on a table.

Samsung and Google partnership finds a shared home for SmartThings

Samsung and Google have joined hands to ease the cross-ecosystem device onboarding process between SmartThings and Home, thanks to Matter's multi-admin feature.
Someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch.

As Google’s first smartwatch, the Pixel Watch just doesn’t cut it

Google's Pixel Watch demands your attention, but there isn't much behind its curved glass aesthetic to warrant a price that could net you better smartwatches.
Google Assistant on the Google Pixel Watch.

The Pixel Watch puts the best of Google’s software on your wrist for $350

Google's first smartwatch — the Pixel Watch — is finally here. Here's a look at what you get from the $350 wearable.
Playing Call of Duty Mobile on iPhone 14 Pro

The iPhone 14 Pro could be a gaming beast, but something is holding it back

The iPhone 14 Pro is arguably the most powerful phone on the planet, courtesy of the A16 Bionic chip inside. It can crush any game, but poor thermals hold it back.
iPhone 14 Pro and a Lightning cable.

Relax, the EU’s scary USB-C rule won’t rob you of fast-charging benefits

The EU's latest mandate for standardizing the USB-C port is great news, but if you're worried that it might also be the end of fast charging, you can be at peace.
Beta of Tesla's FSD in a car.

Tesla hopes full self-driving beta will be out globally by the end of 2022

Tesla says it has shipped the Full Self Driving Beta package to over 160,000 customers so far and has also made significant upgrades to its training system.
The Apple Watch Ultra's heart rate sensor active.

Sensor breakthrough brings us closer to blood glucose monitoring on wearables

A medical breakthrough courtesy of Kennesaw State University promises a smartphone-connected device offering a noninvasive method of blood sugar analysis.
Wear OS - Google Asssitant

Experts warn AI assistants are hurting the social development of children

An analysis from Cambridge experts suggest that interactions with AI assistants like Alexa is impeding the social development of children and disrupt learning.
Amazon Kindle Scribe.

Amazon’s new Kindle Scribe turns the e-reader into the ultimate notepad

So far, Amazon has kept the Kindle family limited to reading pleasure only. The new Kindle Scribe will finally let you jot down notes with a stylus.