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What does a $100 smartphone get you in 2026?
To get a decent cell phone at or under $100, you're going to have to get creative. Here's what to do.
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How to hide and unhide an app on your iPhone or iPad (and why you may want to)
There are several smart reasons most people should be hiding apps on their iPhone or iPad. Here's how to do it.
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The downsides of switching from iPhone to Android
If you're considering ditching iOS for an Android device, make sure you know what you might be losing.
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Wired vs. wireless CarPlay: How are they different & which is better to use?
There are advantages and disadvantages to both connection types. Here's how they compare and when you might choose one over the other.
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Your phone's USB-C port does a lot more than just charge - Here's what else it can do
A USB-C port presents a lot of options for data transfer and connecting to accessories. Let's talk about some of the most useful ways to employ your USB-C port.
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What type of phone case is best for wireless charging?
If you use a Qi or MagSafe charger, it's important for your phone and the charging speed that you get the right kind of case.
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Why smartphone makers stopped using removable batteries, and why they're making a comeback
Changes are on the horizon. Soon, we'll be seeing more phones with batteries that the user can remove and replace.
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How to use Android Auto without turning off your VPN
A VPN might compromise your Android Auto experience at first, but there are some easy workarounds.
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Never put your phone in the refrigerator — here's why
Condensation plus electronics are a bad combo.
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The pros and cons of using Apple AirTags
AirTags are great, but there are competing trackers that offer handy features and unique form factors.
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How to stop your phone from overheating in the car
There are several steps you can take to prevent your phone from getting dangerously hot.
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Can using your phone while charging affect its battery life?
Using your phone while it's plugged in changes the way it charge. Here are some common myths (and truths) about charging smartphones and tablets.
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What Is USB Tethering And How Do You Enable It For Mobile Hotspot?
There are times when a physical connection will perform better than a Wi-Fi hotspot. Here's when you want to use USB tethering, and how.
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How To Safely Recycle Your Old USB Cables
If you've got a drawer or box full of old cables, here are some things you can do to thin them out. You don't need that many.
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What is a silicon carbon battery and is it the answer to smartphone battery life issues?
A number of major Chinese smartphone makers have adopted silicon carbon batteries in their handsets, and now Samsung has embraced it in the new Fold lineup.
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Slow downloads? These tweaks could speed up your router
If your Wi-Fi is a bit sluggish, there are some things you should check before upgrading your router.
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Tecno's new concept may be the first truly bezel-less smartphone
Tecno is teasing a truly bezel-less smartphone concept and it'll reveal it at IFA 2026.
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Leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold photos also include mysterious new camera bar feature
Google's next foldable doesn't look all that different, save for the camera bar.
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Global smartphone sales fall by six percent amid memory cost crisis
Despite the slump, Apple and Samsung have both seen their market share go up.
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Expensive phone cases: When and why it's worth paying more
Phone cases vary dramatically when it comes to pricing, but it's not always as simple as "you get what you pay for."
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Google says it has fixed a Pixel battery drain issue, but some users disagree
Google said a July update resolves the problem on recent devices, with Pixel 9a and 8a getting a fix in September.
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How to use screen mirroring on Roku with your Android phone
Your Roku can probably display what's on your phone screen, if you have Android.
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Google teases the Pixel 11 Pro and hints at a new camera bar feature
We played spot the difference and noticed this intriguing difference in Google's teaser for the Pixel 11 Pro.
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Is there any benefit to restarting your phone regularly?
It's a widely held belief that restarting your phone improves performance. Here's the truth.
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Here's why you shouldn't throw away your old iPhone
If you've got an older iPhone hanging out in the junk drawer, grab it out and bring it back to life with these tips.
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Apple Upgrade is a subscription program for the company's devices
Apple's new program gives you lease options for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac.
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Google Pixel 11 launch event: Everything we expect as price increase rumors grow
Here's what the rumor mill tells us Google might be preparing for its next Pixel launch.
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