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The side of the iPhone 14 Pro showing the volume controls.

One of the iPhone 15 Pro’s biggest features may not happen at all

After weeks of hearing about solid-state buttons coming to the iPhone 15 Pro, it turns out that may not be the case after all.
Render of the iPhone 15 Pro in red.

I’m worried about the red iPhone 15 Pro, and you should be too

Rumor has it that Apple will have the iPhone 15 Pro in a deep red color this year. But I wouldn't count on it looking good, based on Apple's track record.
iPhone 15 Pro Max bezel render

The more I see the iPhone 15 Pro, the more I hate one thing about it

The rumor mill for the iPhone 15 Pro has been non-stop these days. And the more I see the renders, the more I dislike one particular thing about it.
Apple Watch laying among some children's toys on a blanket

My daughter keeps ruining my Apple Watch, and there’s no way to stop her

As a first-time parent, one of the things I was not expecting was my daughter continuing to ruin my Apple Watch almost every day.
Apple iPhone X Review

Your old iPhone may not get iOS 17 this year, and that’s good

iOS 17 is coming, and it seems like it may drop support for the iPhone 8/8 Plus and iPhone X this year. And, honestly, that's a good thing.
Someone holding an iPhone 14. The display is turned on and showing the Control Center.

Control Center on the iPhone is a mess — here’s how Apple can fix it

A recent rumor hints that Apple could be bringing significant changes to Control Center in iOS 17. Here's what it should fix.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 sitting beside iPhone 14 and charging case.

This touchscreen AirPods case is the worst thing I’ve seen all week

A new Apple patent has revealed an AirPods case with a built-in touchscreen. And I have just one question. Why?
A concept of an iPhone 15 Ultra by Jonas Daehnert on Twitter

5 features the iPhone 15 Ultra needs before I’ll buy it

All signs point to Apple releasing an iPhone 15 Ultra this year. If that happens, it needs to have 5 things before I'll consider buying it.
Expedia's ChatGPT feature.

Expedia wants you to plan your next vacation with ChatGPT

ChatGPT is everywhere. Now, the AI chatbot has made its way to the Expedia app.
Apple iPhone X screen upright on a table.

Apple may kill one of its most important iPhones with iOS 17

Apple's iOS 17 update will drop support for some of its more important older iPhones, including the one that changed everything.
Samsung Galaxy S23 in Cream and a S21 in Phantom Violet

Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Galaxy S21 camera test: is it really any better?

Still using a Samsung Galaxy S21 and wondering if you should upgrade for better cameras? Here's how the S21 camera does against the S23.
Apple Watch Series 8 showing its App Library.

5 things that could make watchOS 10 the perfect Apple Watch update

WWDC is fast approaching, which means software updates for our devices. Here's what we want to see in watchOS 10.
The back of the purple Galaxy A54.

Samsung’s $450 phone does one thing way better than the iPhone 14

Samsung's mid-range Galaxy A54 does one particular thing way better than Apple's more expensive iPhone 14. And I need to talk about it.
iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen on Mickey Mouse phone holder next to flowers

I’m obsessed with these iPhone 14 wallpapers

In the mood for some new wallpapers? Here are some of the best ones I've found for my iPhone 14 that you need to check out.
An iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Pro laying on a table with their screens on.

iOS 17 could be a surprisingly big update — here’s what it may change

iOS 17 is coming, and it may be more exciting than we had originally thought. Here's what could be changing.
Apple Pay Later

A long-awaited Apple Pay feature is finally on your iPhone

Apple has finally begun to roll out its new Apple Pay Later feature to a select group of users.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G in a bush showing off the back of phone

Samsung Galaxy A14 5G review: a $200 phone shouldn’t be this good

In the market for a new phone and can't spend more than $200? The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G is a fantastic option that you should seriously consider.
iPhone 14 Pro Max with an iOS 16.4 icon next to it.

12 iOS 16.4 features that are about to make your iPhone even better

Apple has released iOS 16.4! Here are some of the best new features that are coming to make your iPhone even better.
Huawei P30 Pro and P30

The 15 most important smartphones that changed the world forever

There have been countless smartphones in the past two decades. But which ones stand out? Here are the 15 most important and influential smartphones ever.
ChatGPT app on an Apple Watch

How to add ChatGPT to your Apple Watch

ChatGPT is taking over the world. Now, you can even get it on your wrist as an Apple Watch app. Here's how!
Deep purple iPhone 14 Pro and Cream Galaxy S23 crossed over

You aren’t ready for this Galaxy S23 vs. iPhone 14 Pro camera test

How does Samsung's $800 Galaxy S23 stack up to Apple's $1,000 iPhone 14 Pro? We put them head-to-head to find out, and you may be surprised.
iPhone X.

6 years later, the iPhone X still does one thing better than the iPhone 14 Pro

Apple got something perfect with the iPhone X and iPhone XS. And all these years later, the iPhone 14 Pro still can't beat them in one important way.
Siri in action on an iPhone.

How to replace Siri with ChatGPT on your iPhone

ChatGPT is taking over, and now you can even use it to replace Siri on your iPhone ... kind of. Here's how to get ChatGPT set up on your iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Apple iPhone 14 Pro

I love the Galaxy S23 — here are 5 things the iPhone still does better

The Galaxy S23 is one of this year's best Android phones, and I love using it. But there are a few things the iPhone is still so much better at.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max: Apple better watch out

Samsung has unveiled the top-of-the-line Galaxy S23 Ultra. How does it stack up against Apple's flagship iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Two Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra phones, both with an S Pen on the back of them.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Galaxy S22 Ultra: is it time to upgrade?

Do you have a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and wonder if you should pick up the S23 Ultra for an upgrade? Here's what we think.
iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen icons and widgets

I created the perfect iPhone home screen — and you can too

Everyone knows what a default iPhone home screen looks like. Mine looks nothing like that, and was years in the making. Here's how I did it.
samsung galaxy s23 ultra iphone 14 pro max drop test watch phonebuff

Watch the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max face off in brutal drop test

The Galaxy S23 Ultra has Corning's Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max has Ceramic Shield. Find out which is better in this drop test!
Two Google Pixel 7 Pro smartphones.

Your Google One plan just got 2 big security updates to keep you safe online

If you subscribe to Google One, you're getting two helpful security features to keep you safe on Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac.
Individual volume control sliders on a Samsung Galaxy S23

Android does this one thing so much better than iOS, and it drives me crazy

Let's face it — Apple is far from perfect, but it's absolutely ridiculous how bad volume controls on iOS are compared to Android.
Garmin Forerunner smartwatch lifestyle photo

The best smartwatches and wearables of MWC 2023

MWC 2023 is happening now, and these are the coolest smartwatches and wearables to come out of the event!
The Oppo Find N2's open screen.

It’s finally happening — OnePlus will release a folding phone this year

OnePlus has finally announced that it will be launching a foldable smartphone. But don't expect it until sometime in the second half of 2023.
Samsung Galaxy S23 showing Google Photos

Google just announced 9 new features for your Android phone and watch

During MWC 2023, Google just announced a slew of new features coming to Android phones and tablets starting today and later in the year.
The Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra all next to each other.

Does the Samsung Galaxy S23 have a headphone jack?

Wondering if the new Samsung Galaxy S23 has a headphone jack for your favorite wired headphones? You might be out of luck, unfortunately.
Erasing items in Magic Eraser.

The Pixel 7’s best camera trick is coming to the iPhone and all Android phones

Do you wish you had Magic Eraser on your non-Pixel Android phone or even your iPhone? Now you can, if you subscribe to Google One.
Twilio Authy 2FA app running on an iPhone.

SMS 2FA is insecure and bad — use these 5 great authenticator apps instead

You should be utilizing two-factor authentication on your accounts whenever possible. These apps help you secure your accounts with ease.
Leaked render of a new Motorola Razr phone

This leaked Motorola phone looks like the foldable of my dreams

A new render of an upcoming Motorola Razr phone shows off an impressive feature: a cover display unlike any we've seen before.
OtterBox OtterGrip case on an iPhone 14 Pro on a Walt Disney Studios phone holder with an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit nuiMos dressed up

I used OtterBox’s new OtterGrip iPhone case — and I’m in love

OtterBox's new OtterGrip case has an integrated phone grip that doesn't interfere with your iPhone's MagSafe compatibility, and it's amazing.