Category: Phones
Four months with the iPhone 17 Pro has changed the way I use my phone – the jury is still out whether that’s for the better or worse
I’ve been an iPhone user since Apple launched the iPhone 5 in 2012, then upgraded to the 6s in 2015. I’ve typically waited three or four years to upgrade to a newer model, so my next Apple handset was the iPhone X, which was followed by the iPhone 13 Pro. Each new phone was a…
iPhone users are getting a new feature to protect their privacy in iOS 26.3 – here’s how it works
iOS 26. 3 will come with a new Limit Precise Location feature This tool restricts the location data available to carriers It could add another layer of privacy to iPhones If you’re looking to protect your privacy while using any of the best iPhones, one of the most effective things you can do is limit…
Does wireless charging kill your phone’s battery? Scientists explain the pros and cons of going cable-free
Wireless charging has become a modern convenience. It’s easy, tidy and strangely satisfying when you feel that little magnetic pull, right? Just drop your phone on a pad and it starts charging. No fiddly cables, no worn ports, no cluttered nightstand…. Check out the original article: [Techradar.Com] Does wireless charging kill your phone’s battery? Scientists…
How the heck did phones become so boring? Looking at you, Apple and Samsung — but at least there’s hope on the horizon
I’ve been covering the world of smartphones for more than a decade, and in that time, I’ve seen a somewhat depressing trend: phones have gone from innovative and exciting with each generation to rather iterative and predictable. Now, as we approach the expected launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26, I’m harbouring the thought that phones…
Waiting for the Galaxy S26? I have the perfect T-Mobile deal to tempt you into picking up a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL instead
The Galaxy S26 is likely to drop any week now, but it’s not the only game in town if you’re looking for a high-end Android device. For example, have you considered the excellent Google Pixel 10 Pro XL? This flagship device is currently free with a new unlimited data line at T-Mobile, which is, in…
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is now available to buy at the official Samsung Store with a price tag that will make your bank account cry
The much-awaited Galaxy Z TriFold is now available to purchase at the official Samsung store for the princely sum of $2,899. Yikes, that’s an eye-watering amount for sure, but one that we were very much expecting. Unlike with previous launches, there doesn’t appear to be any trade-in rebates or plan tie-in deals, but you can…
Hohem iSteady MT3 Pro review: the ultimate hybrid shooter’s gimbal
Hohem iSteady MT3 Pro: two-minute review If you’re serious about video capture, there’s a good chance that a gimbal is on your ever-growing shopping list. And if you’re looking for something that can support one of the best cameras for YouTube and general video capture, the Hohem iSteady MT3 Pro is an option you might…
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The iPhone 18 could be a bargain compared to the Galaxy S26 – new reports say Apple will ‘absorb’ RAM crisis costs unlike Samsung
Samsung will reportedly raise the price of some Galaxy S26 models This is likely due to rising memory costs In contrast, Apple will apparently absorb costs to keep iPhone 18 prices the same as the iPhone 17 Depending on whether you’re an Apple fan or in Samsung’s camp, the news on pricing this year could…
A free iPhone 16e and a cheap unlimited data plan – what’s not to love about this deal at Metro by T-Mobile?
Great iPhone deals are a dime a dozen these days at the major carriers, but meaningful price cuts at smaller (and cheaper) carriers are often a little harder to find. Right now, however, there is one notable exception with Metro by T-Mobile’s promotion on the iPhone 16e. This excellent mid-range device, which is rated as…
