Category: Phones
The prepaid carrier wars continue — Metro by T-Mobile is offering an unlimited data plan for just $25/mo
If you’re planning to pick up one of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy devices and want to keep your monthly costs in check, Metro by T-Mobile is well worth a look. The prepaid carrier is currently offering aggressive deals that make it a smart companion for a premium Android flagship – especially if you’d rather not pair…
Get unlimited data for just $25/mo with Straight Talk — the perfect budget pairing with the upcoming Galaxy S26?
If you’re eyeing up the upcoming Galaxy S26 series and want an affordable plan to match, Straight Talk’s latest deal could be a smart pairing. The carrier has a superb introductory offer that drops its unlimited data plan to $25 per month when you bring your own device or activate a new line — a…
What to do if the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a dud? Well, you could simply opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 while it’s going cheap
If rumors are true, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is almost certainly going to be released within the next few weeks. The device is likely to offer the lion’s share of new features from the brand, but it could also be a rather iterative upgrade. So, what to do if you want to go big for…
5 things to expect at Apple’s big event on March 4 — and 5 things that might not make it
Apple has just announced a press event – well, technically an ‘experience’, which suggests something slightly lower-key – taking place on March 4, 2026, in New York, as well as London and Shanghai. As ever, the company is keeping tight-lipped about what product launches we might see at the event, with nothing specific mentioned in…
Tomb Raider just launched on iOS and Android complete with all of its biggest DLC and a seriously tempting price tag
Tomb Raider has just launched on mobile phones This port of the 2013 game has been optimized for portable play and features multiple graphics settings It even includes loads of DLC and costs under $20 / £13 Mobile port masters Feral Interactive have released an iOS and Android version of Tomb Raider, letting you play…
This Anker battery pack solved my battery anxiety — and it’s on sale this Presidents’ Day
Whether I’m heading into the city for the day or embarking on a long-haul flight, I always bring something to keep my many devices powered. Even if I know there will probably be an outlet nearby, a battery pack has become a trusted part of my everyday carry, not least because I rarely travel without…
Still struggling with iOS 26 battery life? iOS 27 could fix it soon – but here are 7 ways to boost it now
iOS 27 could help prolong your battery life, a new report claims The changes should come to iPhones new and old There are ways you can improve your battery life before iOS 27 arrives Apple will likely show off iOS 27 at WWDC 2026 in June, but details have already started emerging about what it…
Google Pixel phones could soon get a dedicated app for one of their oldest features
Evidence of a Now Playing app has been found in Android code This would mean the Pixel’s Now Playing feature would be moved to a dedicated app That’s likely to lead to upgrades for this somewhat neglected tool Now Playing is a feature that’s been present on Pixel phones since the Google Pixel 2 series,…
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Is Apple Intelligence already dead? A massive 96% of you say don’t use it, and Tim Cook should be worried
As a trillion-dollar company with one of the most recognizable brands in the world, I don’t think Apple has a lot to worry about. But when I looked at the results of a recent poll I ran, asking you, dear readers, if you use Apple Intelligence, the results made me grunt an ‘ooph’. That’s because…
The design of Samsung’s competitor to the iPhone Fold may have just leaked in One UI 9
A wider Samsung foldable is rumored to be in development Early One UI 9 builds may have given us our first look at it Both this phone and the iPhone Fold are due to arrive in 2026 There have been repeated rumors that Samsung is going to release a wider version of the upcoming Galaxy…
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Apple is rumored to be working on an iPhone Flip as well as an iPhone Fold
An iPhone Flip is rumored to be in the testing phase at Apple It joins the iPhone Fold, expected to launch later in 2026 Apple apparently has yet to decide about mass production There’s another twist in the tale of the foldable iPhone, as Apple is now rumored to be testing out the idea of…
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From new battery tech to portless phones, here are 5 innovations I want from Android devices
One of the great things about Android is just how much innovation there is. Unlike iPhones, where the hardware and software is tightly controlled by Apple, there are numerous Android device makers and they have complete control over the hardware, as well as being able to put their own twists on the software. The result…
Changing 5 Phone Settings Can Limit The Amount Of Data Apps Collect About You
“There’s an app for that” was a phrase plastered onto advertisements for the Apple iPhone starting in 2009. Only about a year old at that point, the App Store was changing people’s relationship with software. Users were growing accustomed to the idea that the smartphone was a digital Swiss Army Knife, its glossy touchscreen waiting…
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Have an old Mac, iPhone, or iPad gathering dust? Get down to Best Buy right now to trade it in for generous savings on new Apple products
What to do with old tech can be a bit of a pain, especially if said gadgets are from premium brands like Apple. While it can be handy to have a spare secondary iPhone or iPad to hand in case a newer model goes wrong, sometimes such devices can sit in a drawer or cupboard…
Galaxy S26 out of your budget? Samsung’s certified re-newed program might be your ticket to a cheap device
Want a shiny new Samsung phone but don’t want to spend big? There’s an option that’s not just better for your wallet, but better for the planet, too. It’s of course Samsung’s official certified re-newed program, which offers a wide range of discounts on still-great devices, including trade-in rebates. Impressively, currently available devices include the…
Google Pixel 9 Pro Review
Verdict The Pixel 9 Pro offers a more compact Pro Pixel experience with only minor compromises compared to the larger XL model. It remains an impressive snapper, and its AI prowess is unmatched compared to the Android competition. However, the Tensor G4 chipset works hard to deliver the flagship experience, resulting in a phone that…
Google says Android 17 is still ‘coming soon’ – here are the 5 biggest features to look forward to
Android 17’s first beta was meant to be out today, but at the last moment it was delayed. The reason for the delay is unclear, but Google has told 9to5Google that it’s still “coming soon”. Following that, the finished release might land sometime around June, so whether you’re an intrepid beta user or you prefer…
The Galaxy S26 is looming – and Google is already aggressively price-cutting the Pixel 10 series
We’re just about to be graced with another generation of Samsung Galaxy devices, but there are other options right now if you’re thinking about upgrading. For one, the excellent Google Pixel 10 series is going cheap right now, really cheap in fact. It’s hard to say whether Google is looking to head off its potential…
Tired of Liquid Glass and Siri delays? iOS 26.3 now lets you switch to Android in just four taps
Apple’s iOS 26. 3 update makes it easier to switch to Android It’s the result of intense pressure from the EU The update also contains privacy and security fixes The last thing Apple wants you to do is switch from iOS to Android, but with all the trouble that’s come with iOS 26 – from…