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OnePlus 7 Pro vs. OnePlus 6T vs. OnePlus 6 vs. OnePlus 5T

Are you eyeing up the OnePlus 7 Pro and wondering what it offers to justify the higher price tag? Perhaps you're thinking of upgrading from the OnePlus 5T or weighing up the OnePlus 6T as a cheaper alternative. We have all the answers you need here as we compare the 7 Pro to the 6T, 6, and 5T.
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OnePlus 7 Pro vs OnePlus 7: Is the Pro worth the extra dough?

If you're ready to bite on one of the latest smartphones from OnePlus, but you're not sure whether the OnePlus 7 or the 7 Pro will serve you better, then we're here for you with a spec breakdown that will reveal exactly how these phones differ. Find out whether the OnePlus 7 Pro is worth the extra money.
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Huawei’s Eyewear smartglasses aim to fuse fashion and tech

At the end of its P30 smartphone event, Huawei surprised us with a pair of designer smart glasses, created after a partnership with Gentle Monster. These glasses seem to work a lot like a Bluetooth headset, enabling you to take calls and access a voice assistant, but details are scant right now.
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Google Pixel 3a XL vs. OnePlus 6T: The contest for midrange mastery

If you're looking to buy a new phone and you have the Google Pixel 3a XL and the OnePlus 6T in your sights, then you need to read this comparison. We pit the two against each other in a series of categories, from performance to display and beyond to pick a winner, before crowning an overall champion.
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Quindim, quiche, or quesito? What will Android Q be called?

We dive into the dessert-themed world of Android naming and try to figure out what Android Q might be called. We have various potential sweets that start with the letter Q and we've given them a likelihood score out of 10 as we try to work out what Google might choose for the next operating system.
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Google finally releases an affordable phone worth buying

With the same awesome camera, slick software, and A.I. smarts as its more expensive sibling, the Google Pixel 3a is the bargain you’ve been waiting for. This compelling new phone represents a shift in strategy for Google and could prove to be its first truly mass-market device.
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Xiaomi unveils the near bezel-free Mi Mix 2S with dual camera

The new Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S is here and this bezel-less beauty has an impressive dual-lens camera, Snapdragon 845, and a whole lot more to offer.
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Next-generation Google Assistant runs in real time on your phone

Google has shown off an impressive raft of new features coming to the next-generation Google Assistant. By compressing models onto local phones, the Assistant can now run in real time without the need for a network connection. There's also Driving Mode, Duplex on the web, and more.
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Google Pixel 3a vs Pixel 3a XL: What’s the difference and which best suits you?

If the Pixel 3 was a bit expensive for you, but you love the idea of a Google phone, then perhaps the affordable Pixel 3a, or the slightly bigger Pixel 3a XL, will tempt you. But just how do these Android smartphones differ apart from the price? We've got all the answers you need right here.
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As Google I/O looms, here are 5 features we’d love to see in Android Q

What would improve the Android platform? We’ve been thinking about the new features we’d love to see in Android Q and musing on the changes we think Google should make to improve the software. Here are the five things that top our wish list, that we hope to see at Google I/O.
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Centinel Mobiles’ Android phone hopes to protect your privacy and your privates

Centinel Mobiles is working on a new Android smartphone with a special privacy switch that can be configured to offer different levels of connectivity. It's also working on a new antenna design for boosting quality, but limiting radio frequency exposure for people with concerns about radiation.
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Apple’s new iPads are hardly new at all. Don’t waste your money

It has taken Apple four years to get around to updating the iPad Mini line, but the new iPad Mini is virtually identical to its predecessor. It’s joined by a confusing iPad Air with no obvious target audience. Is Apple just trying to sell us lazy updates to dated designs?
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Pixel 3: How to take great photos with the best camera phone around

The camera capabilities of the Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are astounding, but you have to know how to dig into the features you want. This Pixel 3 camera guide will take you through the options in the camera app and explain how everything works so you can start capturing amazing photos today.
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Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: 13 common problems, and how to fix them

Google’s smartphones have plenty to recommend them, but they’re not perfect. We’ve been lurking on forums, digesting comments, and conducting our own testing to find the most common issues with the Pixel 2 and identify the tricky Pixel 2 XL problems that you’ll want fixes for.
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Huawei P30 vs. Google Pixel 3 vs. LG G8 ThinQ: Which is best for you?

Some people prefer an Android phone they can manage one-handed and the Huawei P30 and LG G8 ThinQ both fit the bill. But how do these newcomers measure up against our favorite phone from last year, the Google Pixel 3? We compare and pick a winner in different categories to help you decide which to get.
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Outfit your iPad Pro with the cool new Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard case

To go along with the new large screen iPad Pro, Apple just announced a special stylus called the Apple Pencil and a keyboard cover.
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Huawei P30 Pro vs. Huawei P30: Should you go pro or save some dough?

If you're currently seeking a new phone and Huawei's wares have caught your eye, then you'll be keen to understand precisely how they measure up against one another. We take a closer look at the Huawei P30 Pro and the Huawei P30 and break down the differences to pick a winner in a series of categories.
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It’s risky to text and drive, but how can you break the habit? We ask the experts

While people are worried about the dangers of distracted drivers, caught up in texting on their phone, there’s a disconnect when it comes to our own behavior. We asked some experts about how we can stop texting and driving and reduce phone use behind the wheel to reduce accidents.
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Sony Xperia 10 or 10 Plus: Key settings to change

There's always some work to do with a new smartphone to set it up just so. If you've gone for one of Sony's tall smartphones with that cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio screen, then you may be interested in some tips to get the most from it. We have suggested settings tweaks for the Sony Xperia 10 or 10 Plus.
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Oppo F11 Pro banishes the bezels with a 90.9 percent screen-to-body ratio

The Oppo F11 Pro has an impressive 90.9 percent screen-to-body ratio, a 48-megapixel and 5-megapixel dual camera, and a pop-up 16-megapixel selfie camera. Sadly, there's a MediaTek processor inside, a Micro USB port for charging, and it's unlikely to get an official release in the U.S. or Europe.
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Nokia 4.2 vs. Moto G7 Play: What’s the best phone for $200?

These budget options from Nokia and Motorola are very similar in terms of hardware and they both come in at $200, but which is better? We compare the Nokia 4.2 and the Moto G7 Play, picking winners in various categories, to find out which one emerges victorious and help you choose between them.
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Sony partnership with Light aims to take smartphone photography to new heights

Camera firm Light has partnered with Sony to develop new reference designs for multi-image sensor solutions for smartphones with four or more cameras. They hope to bring their computational imaging expertise together with Sony's market-leading sensor development to elevate smartphone photography.
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What we like and what we don’t like about the Samsung Galaxy S10

Samsung’s Galaxy S10 is worthy of the ten-year anniversary, taking the elegant, minimal design to new heights, packing in incredible screen and camera tech, and offering speedier connectivity than ever before. But there are a few things we’re not so keen on. Here’s what we like and don’t like about the Galaxy S10.
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To be blunt, the Vuzix Blade smartglasses just don’t cut it

We tested out the Vuzix Blade smartglasses for Android or iOS to find out what they’re capable of. There’s a built-in camera, a LED projector that displays content on your right lens, and a bunch of apps and games. Are these $1,000 smartglasses worth your while?
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Nokia 3.1 Plus vs. Moto E5 Plus: Battle of the big screen budget phones

We pit the Nokia 3.1 Plus versus the Moto E5 Plus in various categories to find out which of these big screen budget beauties should be your next phone. Both have 6-inch displays, but there are plenty of differences under the hood. Find out exactly what makes these phones unique right here.
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OnePlus breaks into the top five among U.S. smartphone companies

OnePlus finished its best year yet by breaking into the top five smartphone companies in the U.S. in terms of market share in the $500-plus category. Spurred on by sales of the excellent OnePlus 6 and 6T, alongside a partnership with T-Mobile, and fresh support for Verizon, OnePlus is riding high.
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How to use Your Phone app to transfer photos, send texts from your Android device

We take a look at how to install the Microsoft Your Phone app on your Windows 10 PC or laptop, and how to install the counterpart on your Android phone. With Your Phone set up you can transfer photos an screenshots wirelessly, and you can send and receive text messages from your computer.
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Omron HeartGuide brings blood pressure monitoring to your wrist

Wearables are starting to incorporate some important health features, but Omron's HeartGuide takes the trend to a whole new level with accurate blood pressure monitoring on your wrist. We take a closer look at the device and its implications for the millions of Americans with high blood pressure.
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Photograph your meal with the Foodvisor app for caloric, nutritional estimates

What if you could photograph your meal or snack and get an accurate calorie count with nutritional data? That's the aim of French app, Foodvisor, which features a clever algorithm that can recognize over 1,000 different food items. It continues to improve as it learns, cutting down the hassle for you.
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The Cat S48c is the phone for construction workers, or the clumsy

The Cat S48c is a rugged phone designed for construction workers, people who live or work outdoors, and anyone who feels the need for a tough phone. It's incredibly durable, has long battery life, a midrange price tag and specs, and can be picked up at Sprint or Verizon. We took it for a test spin.
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Google Pixel 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy S9: Which smaller Android flagship is best?

It's not easy choosing a new smartphone. Two of the best Android phones on the market right now, if you want something that isn't too big, come from Google and Samsung. The question is: Which is better? Find out as we pit Pixel 3 against the Galaxy S9 in various categories to determine an overall winner.
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5 best BlackBerry Priv cases and covers to keep your QWERTY phone safe

The BlackBerry Priv might be the best smartphone the company has ever produced, but that doesn't mean it's invincible. Here are our favorite Priv cases.
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5 best cases to keep your HTC One A9 looking like new

A super-thin blend of metal and glass may look gorgeous, but it’s easy to spoil the aesthetic with a clumsy fumble or bump. Be safe rather than sorry and shop for HTC One A9 cases today.

Save your supermodel smartphone with one of these HTC One M9 cases

We've got a roundup of the best HTC One M9 cases, including minimalist options, rugged cases, stylish cases, and a few more with a range of price tags.
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Incipio’s Offgrid Galaxy S7 Edge case boosts battery life and supports wireless charging

If your Galaxy S7 Edge keeps running out of power, the Incipio Offgrid battery case is for you. It has a 3,700mAh battery and supports wireless charging.
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Best mobile accessories of IFA 2016

We saw a veritable feast of new mobile accessories at IFA this year and we've gathered the best of the best into this roundup for your perusal. We've got extra storage, power, audio, tracking, and more to enhance your smartphone.
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Gooaaal! Don’t miss a single goal with the best Euro 2016 apps

Keeping track of 552 players and 24 teams isn't exactly a walk in the park. Check out our favorite apps for staying on top of all the action at Euro 2016.
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15 handy Galaxy S6 Edge tips to help you get more from your phone

We've got a range of useful Galaxy S6 edge tips for you right here. Find out how to get the most from your curved Edge display, and find you favorite features.