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How to install the Android 16 beta on your Android smartphone

Google has released the first preview build of Android 16 for developers. If you're eyeing a taste test of Baklava, here's the easy route to get it.
Amazon Kindle (2024) in Matcha Green.

How to change the font size on a Kindle

Bluesky on the App Store, displayed on iPhone 16 Plus.

What is Bluesky, and should you join?

Siri being shown on an iPhone 15 Pro on iOS 18.

How to type to Siri on your iPhone

Google Pixel 9 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro.

Google Pixel 9 Pro vs. iPhone 15 Pro: Which should you buy?

Video reactions in macOS Sonoma, with the balloons effect in use.

How to use iOS 18 FaceTime gestures (and what they look like)

Amazon Kindle (2024) in Matcha Green.

Does my Kindle have a headphone jack?

Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy Ring and the Oura Ring.

Oura Ring 4 vs. Samsung Galaxy Ring: Which should you buy?

Official OnePlus 13 product renders showing rear panel colors.

Does the OnePlus 13 have a headphone jack?

Renders of the OnePlus 13 in its three colors.

Does the OnePlus 13 have wireless charging?

The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

How to download Android 15 right now

Private Space option in app library of Android 15.

How to use Private Space, Android 15’s best new feature

The blue OnePlus 13 in a pool of water.

Is the OnePlus 13 waterproof?

The OnePlus 13 may not be available in the U.S. yet, but it has been revealed — and it is powerful. Is it also waterproof? Let's find out.
spotify vs pandora on iphone

Spotify vs. Pandora: which streaming service should you choose?

Spotify vs. Pandora — which music streaming platform is best for you? From visual interface to music discovery features, we'll help you weigh these two giants.
Screenshot showing the iPhone screen where you can change default apps on iOS 18.2.

How to change your iPhone call and messaging apps in iOS 18.2

With the upcoming iOS 18.2 update, you can change the default call and messaging apps to something not made by Apple. Here's how you do it.
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone change for daylight saving time automatically?

We're about to gain an hour of sleep. Indeed, daylight saving time ends this weekend. Here's how to make sure your smartphone's time changes correctly.
Apple Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro.

How to sign up for Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1

Apple Intelligence is finally here for eligible iPhones. But it's not turned on by default and you need to set it up. Here's how to enable it.
Spotify app library screen.

How to make and edit playlists in Spotify

Do you want to learn how to make a playlist in Spotify? We show you how to create and manage Spotify playlists so you can jam out to your favorite songs.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2024 12th-generation with an eBook on the app and sky in the background

Is the Amazon Kindle waterproof?

Amazon just announced its latest Kindle lineup, including waterproof tablets. These are Amazon's waterproof Kindles and exactly how waterproof they are.
Writing Tools on iPhone 15 Pro.

How to use Apple Intelligence Writing Tools on your iPhone

One of the core new features of Apple Intelligence are the Writing Tools. Here's how to use them on your iPhone.
Apple Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro.

Here’s every iPhone and iPad that supports Apple Intelligence

Apple Intelligence is finally here for everyone, as long as you have a compatible iPhone. Here are all the iPhones and iPads you can get AI on.
Front profile of the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition

Does my Kindle have wireless charging?

There have been a lot of Amazon Kindles over the years. Interestingly, only three of them support wireless charging. Find out if yours does.
iPhone 12 Mini with charger

How to fast charge your iPhone

Newer fast charging options are available for iPhones. Here's everything you need to know about getting and using fast charging, along with helpful tips.
iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium.

iOS 18.2: How to use Genmoji and Image Playground

The fun second phase of Apple Intelligence, which features Apple's Image Playground and Genmoji tools, has arrived in the first iOS 18.2 betas.
Setting up an Android phone as a webcam.

How to easily turn your Android phone into a killer webcam

Android turns your phone into a webcam. It’s a native solution and free from the hassle of an external app. Here’s how the whole system kicks into action.
Siri offloading user query to ChatGPT.

iOS 18.2: How to use ChatGPT with Siri

Siri has now gained the reason and multimodal capabilities of ChatGPT. Here are the simple steps you need to take in order to enable the perk on your iPhone.
Android 15 easter egg shown on a Google Pixel 6a kept on a table in front of moon shaped lamp and pink flowers.

Android 15: everything you need to know

Android 15 is Google's next major update and is already available for Pixel phones. As it advances to other phones, here are the most interesting features.
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How to make a collaborative playlist in Spotify

Did you know that Spotify allows you to create, share, and edit Collaborative Playlists with friends? We're here to walk you through how to do it.
2024 iPad mini in the hands of a person.

Does the iPad mini 7 have Face ID?

Apple's 2024 iPad mini 7 sports some much-needed tweaks and improvements. But has the diminutive tablet adopted Face ID yet?
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft vs. Kindle Paperwhite.

Kindle Colorsoft vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Which Kindle should you buy?

There's a color Kindle available for the first time. How does the Kindle Colorsoft compare to the Kindle Paperwhite? It's time to find out.
Side by side comparison of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Snapdragon 8 Elite.

Snapdragon 8 Elite vs. Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: a huge leap forward

Qualcomm's new flagship for smartphones is the Snapdragon 8 Elite. So far, it seems to be a massive leap over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in every aspect.
The iPhone 16 sitting on top of orange mums.

Apple iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 14: Do you really need to upgrade?

Still using an iPhone 14 and wondering if you should upgrade? Let's take a closer look at all the factors before you buy.
The Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro).

Does the iPad mini (2024) work with the Apple Pencil?

Curious about whether the Apple Pencil is compatible with the iPad mini (2024)? The answer is in this guide.
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

When will my phone get Android 15? Here’s everything we know

Android 15 is finally here, at least on Pixel phones. Here's everything we know about when the update is coming to your phone.

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