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  • An iPhone on top of a keyboard shows the iOS 27 update available to download.
    1

    Why software updates may have an unexpected effect on your phone

    Installing an update can make your phone run worse for a while, but this should be temporary in most cases.

    By Filipe Espósito 6 hours ago Read More
  • Google Maps route options on Android Auto above the Google Maps settings menu on Apple CarPlay.
    0

    6 Google Maps features that work better on Android Auto vs. CarPlay

    You would think that Maps would be the same regardless of your phone's brand, but there are some differences between the Android Auto and CarPlay experiences.

    By Husain Parvez 19 hours ago Read More
  • A silver Samsung S Pen held in front of a blurred smartphone.
    2

    Which Samsung S Pens can be located using SmartThings Find?

    Not all of Samsung's S Pens are made the same. Only one of them can be found through the SmartThings Find network.

    By Husain Parvez 22 hours ago Read More
  • The back of a phone
    6

    How to turn on the flashlight on your Android phone without unlocking it

    You can easily access your flashlight on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices — here’s how.

    By Mariella Moon 1 day ago Read More
  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models on display
    3

    Which Android is the closest counterpart to the iPhone 18 Pro Max?

    The iPhone 18 Pro Max is a brilliant phone, but not everyone wants to live in Apple's walled garden. This is the closest competitor Android can offer.

    By Max Miller 1 day ago Read More
  • Two people holding phones with black screens at a wooden table.
    0

    How to fix your phone screen when it's unresponsive to touch​

    Few things are more annoying than an unresponsive touchscreen. Before you give up on your phone, here’s what to try to get it working again.

    By Isaac Egbon 2 days ago Read More
  • Spotify storage usage screen on iPhone.
    2

    Why your Spotify might be using so much storage

    Spotify can be a storage hog if you don't have your device's settings optimized. Here's what you can do if Spotify is taking up too much storage.

    By Adnan Ahmed 2 days ago Read More
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra posed on table with books and pens.
    1

    5 Samsung One UI features you won't get with other Android phones

    Samsung doesn't just make great phone and tablet hardware; its One UI is also a standout, offering many features you just can't get elsewhere.

    By Max Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • Photo from an upward angle of a man holding a black smartphone. His hands are at the center, while the rest of his figure and the brick walls are out of focus.
    1

    What is a PDF reader and do you really need a dedicated one on your phone?

    If you don't know what a PDF reader for your phone is, this is the time to learn about it all. You may be in need of one to make your life easier.

    By Anna Washenko 2 days ago Read More
  • The iPhone 18 Pro in all four colors.
    0

    Here's how much the iPhone Pro cost in 2019 vs. 2026

    The iPhone Pro has changed plenty since it was released in 2019, but how do the 2026 iPhone Pro prices fare in comparison with its original price?

    By Antony Terence 2 days ago Read More
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on table with Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.
    2

    How to improve audio quality on your Android phone with Bluetooth or wired headphones

    Maximizing your listening experience on Android can get very complicated, but we'll guide you through settings and headphone choices to get you there.

    By Max Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • Photo of an Apple Store in Kuala Lumpur.
    2

    iPhone 18e reportedly comes with 2nm A20 chip and 60Hz screen

    The leaks suggest the front camera could also see a boost.

    By Anna Washenko 6 days ago Read More
  • A green Pixel 11 Pro Fold next to a silver iPhone Duo.
    7

    Apple iPhone Duo vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: The differences beyond foldable style

    With the iPhone Duo now in people's hands, how does it compare to Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold?

    By Filipe Espósito 6 days ago Read More
  • Vivo X500 Pro Max held in hand, displaying the rear of the device.
    4

    Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks

    Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.

    By Mat Smith 6 days ago Read More
  • The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip 8 side by side on a counter.
    0

    Book vs clamshell foldable phones: which is better for your everyday needs?

    There are pros and cons to each style of foldable.

    By Christine Persaud 6 days ago Read More
  • An iPhone Duo.
    34

    Apple responds to reports of the iPhone Duo's inner display cracking

    Impacted users can contact AppleCare for a replacement.

    By Lawrence Bonk 7 days ago Read More
  • Man holding a smartphone with hologram
    3

    How to declutter your phone's address book and remove unnecessary contacts

    Clean up your contacts list to prioritize the people you actually want to talk to.

    By Ben Stegner 7 days ago Read More
  • Photo shows the iPhone Duo's hinge from the back with device folded about halfway
    9

    iFixit's teardown of the iPhone Duo shows potential causes for cracked screens

    iFixit's teardown of the iPhone Duo has arrived and it's especially interesting because of the device's complex folding display.

    By Steve Dent 7 days ago Read More
  • The iPhone Duo promoted at an Apple Store.
    8

    Which Android phone is the closest equivalent to the iPhone Duo?

    Can we find the iPhone Duo's perfect Android match?

    By Yoni Yardeni 8 days ago Read More
  • Phone screen showing One UI 9.0.
    1

    Samsung probably isn't rebranding One UI as Galaxy OS

    A bunch of recent rumors have suggested Samsung has some changes in store for its smartphone interface.

    By Robin Bea 8 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding a smartphone with a graphic showing a physical SIM card and eSIM.
    14

    The pros and cons of using an eSIM over a physical SIM card

    eSIMs are more convenient than physical SIM cards in many ways, but they aren't a 100 percent upgrade.

    By Thomas Godwin 9 days ago Read More
  • The Oppo Find X10 Pro Max, held in hand.
    1

    Oppo Find X10 Pro Max hands-on: Triple 200-megapixel cameras but few surprises

    Trying to fill a OnePlus-shaped hole, Oppo plays it a little safe.

    By Mat Smith 12 days ago Read More
  • Two silver iPhone Duos side by side.
    7

    Five things you should know before buying the iPhone Duo

    From software limitations to the pre-sale deals, here's what you need to know ahead of the iPhone Duo launch.

    By Filipe Espósito 13 days ago Read More
  • A man places his phone and tablet in a plastic bin at a TSA checkpoint.
    47

    Don't put your phone in the TSA bin — do this instead

    Let's be honest, TSA bins are just gross.

    By Giancarlo Valdes 13 days ago Read More
  • iPhone duo
    6

    The Apple Store will only let you check out two iPhone Duos

    Apple is limiting iPhone Duo purchases to two per customers around the world.

    By Mariella Moon 13 days ago Read More
  • Car's display showing Android Auto apps.
    3

    How to stop audio from auto-playing on Android Auto

    Although Android Auto's autoplay feature is intended to be a convenience, you may find yourself wanting to turn it off. Here's how.

    By Gabriela Vătu 14 days ago Read More
  • Two hands holding two Apple iPhone Duo phones, one folded and one unfolded.
    4

    From the Royole FlexPai to the iPhone Duo: How the modern foldable phone has evolved

    Apple's iPhone Duo likely forecasts a shift in the market toward foldables becoming more common. But it took a while to get here.

    By Beatriz Valero de Urquia 15 days ago Read More
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