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  • Close-up of a Samsung phone installing a One UI update.

    Samsung One UI 9.5 beta may be coming soon: Here's how to sign up for the program

    By Luke James 6 hours ago

    Samsung appears to be preparing the One UI 9.5 beta program ahead of an expected 2027 launch. Here's what to do if you want to test Samsung's latest OS.

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  • A close-up of a man's hand holding an iPhone.

    The built-in iPhone app for creativity you may be ignoring (but shouldn't)

    By Husain Parvez 9 hours ago

    Your iPhone has a built-in app for brainstorming and visual planning that can turn scattered screenshots, sketches and notes into something you can share.

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  • Man frustrated with his smartphone.

    The reason your phone keeps dimming even with auto-brightness off

    By David Engle 13 hours ago

    If your iPhone or Android phone's screen keeps darkening when you don't want it to, there are several possible explanations.

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  • Google Messages icon shown on phone.

    5 Google Messages settings you might want to disable

    By Max Miller 13 hours ago

    Google Messages is easily one of the best messaging apps available on Android, but that doesn't mean it's configured perfectly out of the box.

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  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra face-down on a book surrounded by pens.

    The accessory Samsung Galaxy S26 users should be taking advantage of

    By Max Miller 16 hours ago

    There's a lot to like about Samsung's Galaxy S26 phones, especially the S26 Ultra, but some users may not be taking full advantage of what they have to offer.

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  • Gboard listing shown in Google Play Store.

    How to use Gboard to boost productivity on your Android phone

    By Max Miller 17 hours ago

    Gboard's built-in features go way beyond many of the standard keyboards available on Android devices, but they do need to be enabled. This is how you do it.

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  • A DAC and a pair of headphones sit on a table before a desktop monitor.

    This is when external DACs for your phone are worth buying

    By Alec Hively 17 hours ago

    External DACs aren't necessarily for everyone, but they can be an essential smartphone accessory for those interested in high-quality audio.

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  • App Store on an iPhone.

    Your phone's apps could have more permissions than they need – here's how to check

    By Adnan Ahmed 4 days ago

    Most smartphone apps need permissions to function properly, but some may have more access than they should. Thankfully, it's pretty easy to check.

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  • Back side of the Nothing Phone 2 Pro along with its box.

    What made Nothing's CMF Phone 2 Pro so much cheaper than others?

    By Husain Parvez 4 days ago

    Nothing sister brand CMF made a lot of clever choices to keep the Phone 2 Pro cheap.

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  • A hand holding a Samsung Galaxy X21 Android phone.

    How to make your older Android phones last longer

    By David Engle 5 days ago

    Your Android phone can last much longer if you take steps to protect and optimize it. Try these tactics to extend your phone's life.

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  • A small gathering of some of this year's hottest foldable gadgets across a range of categories.

    Go foldable or go home: All the gadgets you can own that fold

    By Sam Rutherford 5 days ago

    Here’s an overview of some of the most notable folding gadget categories available today.

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  • iOS 27 lock screen wallpaper on an iPhone.

    5 iPhone features you should be using after updating to iOS 27

    By Adnan Ahmed 5 days ago

    iOS 27 brings several improvements to the iPhone, from useful quality-of-life changes to a range of new Apple Intelligence-powered features.

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  • Peak Design's series of charging products.

    Peak Design launches premium charging accessories to complement its bags and tripods

    By Mat Smith 5 days ago

    Peak Design fans, rejoice. The company is now ready to show off its debut collection of smartphone chargers, cables and batteries.

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  • A hand holds up the realme Harry Potter edition phone before its commemorative suitcase and memorabilia

    This Chinese Android phone brand has launched a Harry Potter collab

    By Alec Hively 5 days ago

    Everything about this latest collectible Android phone is designed to evoke the popular franchise, from its magical packaging to its themed accessories.

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

    Why software updates may have an unexpected effect on your phone

    By Filipe Espósito 6 days ago

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

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  • Google Maps route options on Android Auto above the Google Maps settings menu on Apple CarPlay.

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

    By Husain Parvez 6 days ago

    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.

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  • A silver Samsung S Pen held in front of a blurred smartphone.

    Which Samsung S Pens can be located using SmartThings Find?

    By Husain Parvez 6 days ago

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

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  • The back of a phone

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

    By Mariella Moon 6 days ago

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

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  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models on display

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

    By Max Miller 7 days ago

    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.

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  • Two people holding phones with black screens at a wooden table.

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

    By Isaac Egbon 8 days ago

    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.

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  • Spotify storage usage screen on iPhone.

    Why your Spotify might be using so much storage

    By Adnan Ahmed 8 days ago

    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.

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  • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra posed on table with books and pens.

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

    By Max Miller 8 days ago

    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.

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  • 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.

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

    By Anna Washenko 8 days ago

    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.

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  • The iPhone 18 Pro in all four colors.

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

    By Antony Terence 8 days ago

    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?

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  • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on table with Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

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

    By Max Miller 8 days ago

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

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  • Photo of an Apple Store in Kuala Lumpur.

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

    By Anna Washenko 11 days ago

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

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  • A green Pixel 11 Pro Fold next to a silver iPhone Duo.

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

    By Filipe Espósito 12 days ago

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

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