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Motorola Edge+ (2022) resting in the gnarled bark of Pacific Madrone tree.

5 phones you absolutely shouldn’t buy on Black Friday

There are tons of great smartphone deals available during Black Friday — but there are also some bad ones. And these are the worst of the worst.
Google Pixel 7 Pro standing up against a red brick wall.

Google Pixel 7 Pro review: amazing camera, unreliable smartphone

The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a subtle refinement over the Pixel 6 Pro, for better and worse. Find out what's hot (and not) in our full Pixel 7 Pro review.
The power key on the side of the iPhone 14 Plus.

Your iPhone may be collecting more personal data than you realize

How secure is your iPhone? According to security researchers, it may be collecting more personal information than you think.
Nomad's Modern Leather case on an iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Nomad Modern Leather iPhone 14 case review: my new favorite

There are countless leather cases for the iPhone 14. But after using Nomad's option for the last couple of months, I don't want anything else.
Poster with the MediaTek logo in orange.

How MediaTek became the best-kept secret in smartphones

If you're not using MediaTek, you're missing out. Here's why.
Leaked render of the Google Pixel Fold.

The Google Pixel Fold looks incredible in its first major design leak

The Google Pixel Fold just broke cover in its first major design leak. The phone looks great, is coming soon, and will come at a big cost.
Stage Manager running on the iPad Pro (2022).

I tried using Stage Manager on my iPad Pro, and I failed miserably

One day, Stage Manager could be the future of multitasking on the iPad. But today is not that day.
Pixel Pals app running in the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

This app put a kitten on my iPhone 14 Pro and I adore it so much

The Dynamic Island opens a new door of possibilities for the iPhone 14 Pro. One app uses it to showcase virtual pets — and I simply adore it.
The back of the iPad Pro (2022) in Space Gray.

Apple iPad Pro (2022) review: there’s still nothing quite like it

The iPad Pro (2022) is another big, expensive, extravagant iPad. You probably don't need it, but you'll certainly want it.
The iPad (2022) in its Magic Keyboard Folio accessory.

Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad review: $249 of weirdness

The Magic Keyboard Folio is Apple’s latest keyboard accessory, and the go-to pick for the iPad (2022). Or is it? See what we really think in our review.
Someone holding the yellow iPad (2022) in front of trees with orange, yellow leaves.

Apple iPad (10th Gen, 2022) review: easy to love, tricky to recommend

The iPad (2022) is the biggest overhaul the baseline iPad has ever seen. But should you actually buy it? We answer that question in our review.
Turned on smartphone with Instagram app icon on its screen.

Instagram and Facebook down? You’re not alone

Having trouble using Instagram and Facebook this morning? You're not alone. As of October 27, it looks like both sites are having issues.
The Google Pixel 7 Pro, laying on a rock.

I want to love the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, but Google won’t let me

The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are almost outstanding smartphones. But they suffer from ongoing issues the Pixel line has faced for years — and that's a problem.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 sitting on a succulent.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 review: peak of Android smartwatches

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is one of the year's most promising Wear OS smartwatches. But is it any good? We find out in our full review.
iPhone 14 Pro and Google Pixel 7 Pro.

iPhone 14 Pro vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro camera battle is unbelievably close

The iPhone 14 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro both have very promising cameras. But which one comes out on top? We put them to the test to find out.
The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14.

iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 14 camera battle shows why small details matter

The iPhone 14 Pro has one of Apple's most impressive camera systems in years. But is it significantly better than the regular iPhone 14? We decided to find out.
Two phones on a table next to each other. One is showing the WhatsApp logo, and the other is running the WhatsApp application.

How to transfer WhatsApp messages from Android to iPhone

Making the switch from Android to iPhone and want to bring your WhatsApp messages with you? Here's how to do it.
An Apple Watch Series 8 with the display turned on.

A weekend with the Apple Watch Series 8 gave me a severe case of déjà vu

The Apple Watch Series 8 is Apple's go-to smartwatch for the year. But what's it actually like to wear and use? Here are our thoughts after two days.
An iPhone 14 sitting on a wood desk.

5 big things I learned about the iPhone 14 after 48 hours

Apple's iPhone 14 is out now, but is it any good? Here's how we're liking the phone after using it for 48 hours.
A digital image of Elon Musk in front of a stylized background with the Twitter logo repeating.

Elon Musk drama continues as Twitter shareholders approve the $44 billion buyout

Twitter shareholders just voted that they still want Elon Musk to buy Twitter, stirring the pot once before Twitter and Musk's trial in October.
Pixel buds pro, Pixel phones (6a, 7, & 7 Pro), and a Pixel Watch laid out for display.

Google confirms Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch event for October 6

Google has confirmed the date for its next Made by Google hardware event. We'll get to see the Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch on October 6.
Holding the OnePlus 10T in front of a green plant.

How to pre-order the OnePlus 10T

The OnePlus 10T is OnePlus's big new flagship for this year, and you can finally pre-order it. Here's how you can grab your very own OnePlus 10T.
Lifestyle photo of the Fitbit Versa 4 and Fitbit Sense 2.

The Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2 are coming soon, and without Wear OS

Fitbit's wearable family is growing with the Inspire 3, Versa 4, and Sense 2. Fitbit is touting new designs, upgraded health features... and still no Wear OS.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro look like the Samsung earbuds we’ve been waiting for

Wish Samsung made earbuds as comfy as the Buds 2 and as premium as the Buds Pro? That's what it hopes to achieve with the new Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
The front of the Motorola Edge (2022) with the display on.

The Motorola Edge (2022) could be a great Pixel 6a alternative

The Motorola Edge (2022) is Moto's latest 'premium' device of the year. It has a MediaTek chipset, a 50MP camera, a 5,000 mAh battery -- and it costs just $499.
Android 13 logo on a OnePlus 10 Pro, running OxygenOS 13.

I tried OxygenOS 13, and it’s everything I feared it would be

The OxygenOS 13 beta is now available for the OnePlus 10 Pro. After using it (and trying to love it) for a couple of days, it only confirmed my worst fears.
Samsung executive TM Roh

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked August 2022

Unpacked August 2022 is almost here. From new foldable to updated smartwatches, here's how to watch Samsung's event on August 10!
Twitter app on the OnePlus 10T.

Yes, Twitter is down right now, and we don’t know when it’ll be back

It's not just you! As of August 9, 2022, Twitter is down for multiple users.
AT&T SatCOLT which is a mobile 5G tower platform.

AT&T just made its FirstNet plans a lot more helpful for first responders

AT&T's FirstNet service for first responders has typically been faced with complicated billing. Now, that's changing.
The OnePlus 10T and OnePlus 10 Pro lying a wood desk next to each other.

OnePlus 10T vs. OnePlus 10 Pro: Don’t buy the wrong OnePlus phone

The OnePlus 10T is OnePlus's performance flagship. The OnePlus 10 Pro is its camera flagship. Which one should you buy?
Someone holding the Google Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6a next to each other.

The Pixel 6a isn’t perfect, but I love it for one important reason

The Pixel 6a has a lot going for it. It has great cameras, fast Tensor processing, and excellent software — but that's not why I love it.
The Google Pixel 6a laying on top of the Google Pixel 6.

Pixel 6a vs. Pixel 6 camera test has a clear (but narrow) winner

The Pixel 6a has an old 12.2MP camera. The Pixel 6 has a newer 50MP camera. It doesn't seem like a fair comparison, but it's closer than you'd think.
Galaxy Z Flip 3's camera app.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 may fix Samsung’s annoying display crease

The folding crease on the Z Flip 3 isn't a deal-breaker, but it's also not ideal. The Z Flip 4 could address it in a big way.
The Mobvoi TicWatch 3 Pro on someone's wrist.

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip might actually save Android smartwatches

Qualcomm's smartwatch chips have left us wanting more for years. The new W5 Gen 1 and W5+ Gen 1 could be what we've been waiting for.
A digital image of Elon Musk in front of a stylized background with the Twitter logo repeating.

Elon Musk isn’t buying Twitter, tries to end $44 billion deal to buy the company

After making a deal in April to purchase Twitter, Elon Musk is now trying to walk away from his $44 billion bid.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 5. In the background are yellow flowers, slightly out of focus.

Why the Pixel 5 (not the Pixel 6) is my favorite Google phone in 2022

The Pixel 6 is Google's latest Pixel flagship, and the Pixel 7 will be here soon. But the Pixel 5 remains my go-to Google handset.
The back of the Nothing Phone 1, showing its transparent back and LEDs.

5 weird phones I wish were as popular as the Nothing Phone

The Nothing Phone 1 is one of the most hyped-up smartphones of the year. But plenty of other devices also deserved this kind of attention -- and failed.
Apple Maps running on an iPhone and MacBook Pro.

Apple Maps enhances road trips with multistop routing, transit fares

Apple Maps keeps getting better. At WWDC, Apple announced multistop routing, new transit features, and more.