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Why I stopped wearing my smartwatch — and why I haven’t looked back

Are you always available for your smartwatch or is it always available for you? If it’s the former, you know it’s time to give yourself a break.
Dynamic Island in Telegram.

I want to love the iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island, but I can’t

The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island isn’t very dynamic for me. With a distracting design and limited app availability, it hasn't made the best first impression.
Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in red, black, and blue colors.

Why I’m glad Apple killed the iPhone Mini and switched to Plus

The iPhone Mini is no more, and in its place is the iPhone 14 Plus. I couldn't be happier.
Man holds an iPhone 13 Pro with the iOS 16 logo on screen.

The stable iOS 16 update is finally coming to your iPhone early next week

Have an iPhone 8 or later? Your wait for iOS 16 is coming to an end next week.
The five Apple iPhone 14 colors.

The iPhone Mini is dead — long live the iPhone 14 Plus

The iPhone 14 Plus is the newest entrant in the iPhone family. For the first time, Apple is providing a 6.7-inch screen option on the non-Pro series.
Front and two side views of the Apple Watch Ultra.

Apple Watch Ultra is the most exciting (and strangest) Apple wearable in years

The Apple Watch Ultra is geared toward sports enthusiasts and people who need their smartwatch to last more than a day.
iPhone 13 Pro Max and Galaxy S22 Ultra rear panels.

I revisited the iPhone’s Portrait mode, and I don’t like what I see

We expect the major camera improvements to be part of the iPhone 14 Pro series. But how is that Portrait mode as of now, and can it be improved?
The back of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4.

I love the Galaxy Z Fold 4, but the Flip 4 is winning my heart

As a person who prefers big displays on phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is my go-to foldable. But currently, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 is winning my heart. Here's why.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Galaxy Z Flip 3: Should you upgrade?

The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is an iterative upgrade over the Flip 3. It sports the same design, display, and camera hardware. But there are improvements under the hood.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 3: Is it time for you to upgrade?

At first, you might look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and dismiss it as an iterative update, but there are reasons to upgrade from the old to the new.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, standing upside down while half opened up.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Galaxy Z Flip 5G: should you finally upgrade?

Combine all of the design, display, battery and performance upgrades and you are in for a delightful experience with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
ColorOS 13 UI

7 ColorOS 13 features that make me want to use Oppo phones again

ColorOS 13 is a big update for Oppo. It not only brings a more readable and pretty-looking interface but also borrows features from OnePlus.
The Google Pixel 6a. We see the back of the phone as it's laying on top a piece of wood.

The Pixel 6a is the iPhone SE for Android I’ve been waiting for

Flagship chipset, good cameras, compact form factor, what else do you want? The iPhone SE and Pixel 6a are alike but in different ways.
Holding the Oppo Enco X2.

Oppo Enco X2 review: Punching above its weight

With superb sound quality, 24-bit audio support, good ANC, Oppo Enco X2 are one of the best earbuds in the mid-range segment. But should you purchase these?
Battery percentage on iPhone 12.

The latest iOS 16 beta just added back one of my favorite features

It's been years since iPhones have had a battery percentage in the status bar — but the newest iOS 16 beta fixes that.
Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPHone 13 Pro Max in hand

What I love (and regret) about ditching the Galaxy S22 Ultra for the iPhone 13 Pro Max

Going from the Galaxy S22 Ultra to the iPhone 13 Pro Max was a big shift — and one that came with pros and cons.
Renders of the OnePlus 10T and black and green. They're at angles and surrounded by sand.

OnePlus 10T colors: Should you get the phone in black or green?

The OnePlus 10T is a very powerful phone. It's also a fairly stylish phone and comes in two distinct colors. Here's which one you should buy.
The OnePlus 10T and OnePlus 10 Pro lying a wood desk next to each other.

Does the OnePlus 10T have an alert slider? What OnePlus fans need to know

The alert slider has long been one of the most iconic features on OnePlus smartphones. Is it still on the OnePlus 10T?
A white charger sitting on top of the black OnePlus 10T.

Does the OnePlus 10T come with a charger? Here’s what’s in the box

It's pretty rare in 2022 that a flagship smartphone ships with a charger in the box. Does that rule also apply to the OnePlus 10T?
Apple's rumored hardware subscription service is a compelling rental service

How the iPhone 13 Pro Max helped kill my low-battery anxiety

We are halfway through the big smartphone launches of 2022, and last year’s iPhone 13 Pro Max is still the battery champion for me.
Google Pixel 6a resting against a yellow fire hydrant.

Does the Pixel 6a come with a charger? Everything you get in the box

Was Google generous enough to include a fast charger with a midrange device when its flagship phones already miss out on the accessory?
OnePlus 10 Pro apps screen.

OnePlus 10 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus

The OnePlus 10 Pro features a sharp display, a strong processor, capable cameras, and fast charging. Is it better than the Galaxy S22 Plus? We found out.
A close-up of the first generation Motorola Razr with its foldable display seen clearly.

The Motorola Razr 2022 is quickly becoming my most anticipated phone of the year

We could just be weeks away from the 2022 Motorola Razr. And if the leaks are true, it could be one of the year's best foldables.
An iPhone 13 Pro running iOS 16 is held up in front of a Macbook.

Want an early look at iOS 16? The public beta is finally here

Following three developer betas, iOS 16 is now available for anyone to try as a public beta.
Galaxy Watch 4 Classic (left) and the Galaxy Watch 3 (right)

​​Hey Samsung, what the heck is happening with the Galaxy Watch 5?

The Galaxy Watch 5 is coming soon without one of the Watch 4's best features. Why, Samsung? Why?
Apple Watch Series 7 Water exposure

Extreme sports-focused Apple Watch Pro may get extreme price tag too

Apple's rumoured rugged, sports-focused Apple Watch may be called the Apple Watch Pro when it launches later this year, and cost an eye-watering $1,000.
iPhone 14 Pro in hand.

Apple reusing old chips on iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 might actually be a good thing

The non-Pro iPhone 14 models will be powered by 2021’s A15 chipset, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This might ruffle some feathers.
The Samsung Galazy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3.

6 ways Samsung can make cheap (and good) folding phones

Rumor has it that Samsung is making cheaper versions of the Z Fold and Z Flip. Here's how we think that might happen.
App menu on the Apple Watch Series 7.

The Apple Watch Series 8 and SE 2 sound more boring than we thought

When the Apple Watch Series 8 arrives later this year, it may have a chipset that hasn't been updated in two years.
Galaxy Z Fold 3

Why I’m still using the Galaxy Z Fold 3 instead of 2022’s best flagships

I have the Galaxy S22 Ultra, OnePlus 10 Pro, Xiaomi 12 Pro, a couple of gaming phones, and more on hand. But the Galaxy Z Fold 3 has proved its worth.
The Google Chrome logo on a smartphone.

Google Chrome on iOS gets 6 new features to take on Safari

Use Google Chrome on your iPhone or iPad? A few new features are coming soon to make the browser even better.
Apple Medications feature shown on an iPhone 12.

Apple’s Medications app is a game-changer for the chronically ill

In iOS 16 and WatchOS 9, Apple is introducing a new Medications app. And for chronically ill people, it's game-changing.
The image background remover feature from iOS 16 being used on a photo of a dog.

I tried iOS 16’s photo background remover and it blew me away

One of iOS 16's standout features is a tool that removes the background from photos. It's quick, convenient, and seriously impressive.
iPad Pro on a desk with AirPods and an iPhone nearby.

iPadOS 16: Everything we know about the iPad’s next update

iPadOS 16 isn’t a major overhaul, but it brings some very useful features. Here’s everything you need to know about the iPad's next update.