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  • The Google Pixel 9a showing a substantial display bezel.

    Why Do Budget Android Phones Have Thick Bezels?

    You can get a great-looking Android phone for cheap, but chunky screen bezels often spoil the effect. The thing is, they're not just there for looks.

    By Sead Fadilpasic 7 min ago Read More
  • A spy camera placed on a shelf.

    Your Phone Can Help You Spot Hidden Cameras - Here's How

    Spy camera use in vacation rentals through Airbnb and other similar services is on the rise, so it's prudent to check your rental before settling in.

    By Chris Smith 1 hour ago Read More
  • Top-down view of Samsung Galaxy Note 9 with stylus resting atop a table.

    How Much Are Older Samsung Phones Actually Worth?

    Samsung phones can retain surprising resale value, depending on several factors. Here's what to consider before trading in or selling your old Galaxy device.

    By Briley Kenney 3 hours ago Read More
  • A bespectacled man speaks into a smartphone.

    One Of The Best Features Of The Google Pixel 11 Can Now Be Used On Any Android Phone

    You shouldn't have to edit every "um" out of a dictated message. A Pixel 11 feature handles that for you, and there's now a way to use it on other phones.

    By Trevor Mogg 4 hours ago Read More
  • person holding a smartphone, close up on their hands as they tap at the screen

    5 Phone Features You Should Stop Paying Extra For

    Smartphones now come with many built-in features that once required paying expensive subscriptions. Here are some of them worth trying before third-party apps.

    By Joshua Hawkins 10 hours ago Read More
  • A hand holding an iPhone using Siri Ai

    Siri's Access To Your Personal Data Is Greater Than Ever - Here's How To Restrict It

    The new Siri with iOS27 has received a boost in abilities thanks to AI, so it can tap into your personal data, third-party apps, and perform actions for you.

    By José Adorno 13 hours ago Read More
  • A hand lowering a phone on top of a circular wireless charging pad

    The 4 Best Budget Android Phones That Still Support Wireless Charging

    Many smartphone makers reserve wireless charging for their flagship models, but there are options. These four budget Android phones still support the feature.

    By Asad Kashif 14 hours ago Read More
  • OnePlus logo on smartphone screen

    This Secret Code Replaces Google Dialer With A Better App On OnePlus Phones

    If you have a OnePlus phone and want a superior dialing and calling experience, here's how using a simple code can replace the Google Dialer app.

    By Jorge Luis 16 hours ago Read More
  • A hand holding a smartphone displaying a media player with a spectrum analyzer.

    5 Phones With The Best Built-In Speakers

    Smartphone manufacturers compete on every conceivable level, including which can squeeze the most high-quality sound out of factory-installed speakers.

    By Phaedra Corrente 18 hours ago Read More
  • Android Auto app information screen

    How Much Extra Battery Does Wireless Android Auto Drain?

    Wireless Android Auto can take a sizable bite out of your phone's battery on a long drive. Tests on three flagship phones show how quickly it can add up.

    By Christian Wait 20 hours ago Read More
  • Samsung Galaxy series logo and splash shown on a smartphone screen.

    How Long Was The First Samsung Galaxy Phone's Battery Life?

    Your modern Samsung Galaxy phone has a pretty impressive battery life, especially when you compare it to the battery life of the first Galaxy phone.

    By Briley Kenney 22 hours ago Read More
  • Photographers shooting a nature scene with DSLRs.

    Your iPhone Camera Isn't Equivalent To A DSLR Camera — Here's Why

    Even if you combine all three of the cameras on the back of an iPhone 18 Pro, the size of a DSLR's image sensor absolutely dwarfs what the phone has to offer.

    By Jules Wang 1 day ago Read More
  • A person's hand holding a 1st generation iPhone with the main display turned on.

    iOS 1 Was Revolutionary, But It Lacked These Critical Features

    Modern iOS feels worlds apart from the software that shipped with Apple's first iPhone in 2007. Some of its biggest conveniences took years to arrive.

    By José Adorno 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of Samsung logo on the back of a phone

    How Much Storage Did The First Samsung Galaxy Phone Have?

    With 256 GB, 512 GB, and even 1 TB of onboard storage becoming a common occurence on most new phones, here's how much storage the first Samsung Galaxy had.

    By Gaurav Shukla 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-Up of Nokia 9300 on wooden table

    5 Of The Weirdest Nokia Phones You Probably Didn't Know Existed

    At one point, Nokia was at the forefront of the mobile phone market, but needless to say, that wasn't due to any of these weird attempts to innovate.

    By Aaron Greenbaum 1 day ago Read More
  • The iPhone Air on display in an Apple store

    Which Android Phone Is Equivalent To The iPhone Air?

    Apple's iPhone Air offers fans of high-end mobile phones an option designed to be as thin as possible, but is there an equivalent choice among Androids?

    By Chris Smith 1 day ago Read More
  • A folded iPhone Duo sits on a display during Apple's

    Want An iPhone Duo? You Might Have To Wait Until 2027 Now

    Apple's suppliers have reportedly struggled to produce the iPhone Duo at scale, leaving some buyers waiting months for a phone that starts at nearly $2,000.

    By Nichols deCourville 2 days ago Read More
  • An iPhone displaying iOS accessibility settings.

    iOS Has Some Features You Should Try If You Have Trouble Reading Your Screen

    Apple's iPhone contains and orchard's worth of accessibility features that will make the screen considerably easier to read if your vision is impaired.

    By Ethan Stinson 2 days ago Read More
  • A base station for SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service.

    What Starlink Direct-To-Cell Can (And Can't) Actually Do On Your Phone

    It sounds like sci-fi, but satellite-connected cell service really is here. There are some asterisks, though, and it's clearly still in the beginning stages.

    By Jules Wang 2 days ago Read More
  • The first 9.7-inch iPad Pro model sits on display at an Apple Store in Tokyo, Japan.

    Here's How Much An iPad Cost In 2016 Vs. 2026

    Prices for technology, including the iPad, have been going up across the industry, thanks to surging demand for components from AI companies and data centers.

    By Jules Wang 2 days ago Read More
  • Glass building with Nokia logo on top with blue sky behind

    4 Nokia Phones We Wish Made A Comeback In 2027

    Nokia is known today for its seemingly indestructible phones of old, but there are some unique Nokia models we would love to see come back.

    By Matthew Sholtz 2 days ago Read More
  • BGR Best of 2026 badge on top of several photos of technology products.

    BGR's Best Of Tech Awards 2026

    With most of the big tech releases of 2026 now available, we decided to take a look back and choose our favorites for the first annual BGR Best of Tech Awards.

    By BGR Staff 2 days ago Read More
  • Holding the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and iPhone 16 side by side

    4 Popular Phones With The Worst Repairability

    With tech prices skyrocketing, it's important to make sure your phone lasts as long as possible. These four popular models won't exactly help you with that.

    By Shahmeer Shahzad 2 days ago Read More
  • Someone holding a smartphone with a Wi-Fi and exclamation mark icon over it.

    What The Exclamation Mark On Your Samsung Wi-Fi Icon Means, Even When You're Connected

    The exclamation mark is a clear sign that your Wi-Fi isn't working as intended, but you may be able to fix it yourself, depending on where you are.

    By Briley Kenney 3 days ago Read More
  • A phone laid atop a monitor displaying an IDE program with a virtual lockpad floating above it.

    Malware Found Pre-Installed In Thousands Of Budget Android Phones - Here's What We Know

    Phones are getting more expensive, making cheaper alternatives that much more appealing. But it gets risky when you buy no-name knockoffs.

    By Jules Wang 3 days ago Read More
  • The Pixel 11 in hand with the rear camera bar visible

    Pixel 9 And 10 Owners: Replace The Battery Or Buy The Pixel 11?

    The Pixel 11 starts at $899, which is a lot to spend when you already have a phone you like. But that's not necessarily what you'd pay after trading it in.

    By Chris Smith 3 days ago Read More
  • Map pin icon used for location services.

    Why The Location Icon Appears On Your Samsung Phone When Maps Is Closed

    In the digital age, privacy is more important than ever because every app has the ability to track your phone's every movement, which can be used by scammers.

    By Briley Kenney 3 days ago Read More
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