Why Did Apple Stop Using Titanium For iPhones?
Apple made a big deal out of titanium when it debuted on the iPhone 15 Pro. Two years later, the Pro models quietly switched to something else entirely.
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iOS 27 Might Finally Add Bill Splitting For Apple Wallet Users
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If you're considering cancelling your Google One plan, you might be worried about what will happen to your photos and data. Here's what you need to know.
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One Of Apple's Best iPhone Features Is Actually Made By Samsung
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Can You Use Third-Party Tips On Your Apple Pencil?
The Apple Pencil is a popular accessory for the iPad, but the tips wear out after a while. Here's what you need to know about using third-party replacements.
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One Of Consumer Reports' Favorite Small Tablets Isn't Made By Apple
Apple may generally dominate the tablet computer market with its iPad line, but this Consumer Reports top-level tablet pick hails from a competitor.
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Why Do Mac Shortcuts Use Command Keys Instead Of Control?
Power users on Windows prefer to use keyboard shortcuts rather than the mouse, so when they copy or paste something, it's ctrl + c or ctrl + v.
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How Long Do Owners Say Apple AirPods Usually Last?
If you're using your Apple AirPods regularly, it helps to know how long the battery is going to last before you'll need to replace your earbuds.
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Your Google Pixel's 'Now Playing' History Logs Every Song You've Heard For Months
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This Is What Apple's Upgraded iOS 27 Siri Might Actually Look Like
Apple has been working on a major Siri overhaul for years. A detailed report from Mark Gurman now gives us our clearest look yet at what iOS 27 might bring.
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Some Samsung Galaxy Phones Quietly Changed Dark Mode - Here's How To Fix It
There looks to have quietly been a change made to how Dark Mode works on some Samsung Galaxy phone models, and here's how to undo it if desired.
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Is The Apple Watch SE Series Worth Buying In 2026?
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Every Samsung Phone That Will Be Updated To Android 17
Android 17 is on its way this summer, and here's every Samsung-made phone model that's eligible to be upgraded to this latest operating system revision.
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BlackBerry-style physical keyboards are making a comeback in 2026. Several new phones and accessories are bringing the QWERTY experience back to mobile.
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Why There's A Blue Dot On Your Android Phone's Screen
You may have noticed a new blue dot appearing in the status bar on your Android phone after recent updates. Here's what it means and why you should care.
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Your AirPods Settings Menu Is Getting A Complete Makeover In iOS 27
Managing your AirPods can be incredibly cumbersome, but reports indicate Apple will soon be updating the process to be much more user-friendly.
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5 Of The Biggest iPhone 17 Problems That Users Are Still Frustrated About
The iPhone 17 series has proven to be a success, but the line has not been without its controversies, from damaged cases to battery issues.
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Google added several cool new features to Android watches in late 2025 and early 2026. Here's what they are, which watches have them, and how you can use them.
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What That Little Gray Dot Next To Songs In Apple Music Is For
Apple Music displays a small gray dot next to certain songs, and Apple has never officially explained what it means. Here's what users have figured out.
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Here Are All The Google Pixel Phones That Will Be Updated To Android 17
If you use a Google Pixel smartphone and are eager to try out the new Android 17 OS, here's the list of supported devices set to receive the update.
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Google's AI-Powered 'Magic Pointer' Is Its Latest Feature In A Frustrating Trend
Google announced a new AI feature for its Googlebook laptops that reinvents how you interact with your cursor. It's impressive, but it raises a few questions.
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