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  • A Cricket Wireless retail store.

    Can You Still Buy Prepaid Phones Today?

    With so many options these days when it comes to smartphone plans from wireless carriers, you may be wondering if buying prepaid phones is still a possibility.

    By Jules Wang 3 hours ago Read More
  • Walking directions as provided by navigation mode in Google Maps.

    Which Google Maps Navigation Mode Should You Use?

    Google Maps is deceptively simple, with features designed for drivers, walkers, bikers, and people riding public transportation. It even has a hiking mode.

    By Jules Wang 3 hours ago Read More
  • The Pixel 9a in its retail box.

    The Best Budget Android Is A Phone From 2025 (It Isn't A OnePlus)

    New Android phones keep getting more expensive, but you don't have to pay more for a great experience. This 2025 model still has years of software updates left.

    By Chris Smith 8 hours ago Read More
  • Samsung S25 Ultra with the back cameras facing us

    Samsung Care+ Vs. Carrier Insurance: Which Is Better For Your Samsung Phone?

    While you have many options to protect your device beyond what Samsung's standard policy offers, one plan in particular is the best for your phone.

    By Vic Hood 8 hours ago Read More
  • Smartphone users holding Android and iPhone handsets and looking at their displays.

    There's Simply No Point In Buying These 5 Phones Anymore

    Phones have gotten more expensive lately, and you might be considering some previous-gen models, but avoid these five phones that are simply not worth buying.

    By Chris Smith 9 hours ago Read More
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26+ phones displayed in a store.

    5 Powerful Android Phones To Consider Instead Of The OnePlus 16

    The OnePlus 16 isn't available Stateside, but you can get your hands on these five Android devices that are actually more powerful.

    By Eduardo Ariedo 23 hours ago Read More
  • The Google Pixel 11 Pro HiLight.

    Notification Lights On Google Pixel Phones Are Leaving Users Unimpressed

    Your Pixel can light up to tell you who's calling, but Google gives you surprisingly few ways to use those lights. Some owners are tired of waiting for more.

    By Ethan Stinson 1 day ago Read More
  • A black Zanco Tiny T1 standing upright on a table next to a pen and a coaster as an individual holds the phone between their thumb and index finger

    5 Of The Tiniest Phones Ever Made

    Phones weren't always competing to have the biggest screen. Some went so far in the other direction that you could mistake them for a key fob at first glance.

    By Nichols deCourville 1 day ago Read More
  • A person lying in bed at night scrolling their phone.

    10 Useful Apps And Gadgets That Can Replace Doomscrolling

    There are two great ways of combating doomscrolling: replacing it with a different habit or using tools that make the habit more difficult.

    By Asad Khan 1 day ago Read More
  • 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 1 day 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 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 3 days 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 3 days 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 3 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 3 days ago Read More
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