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iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium.

This iPhone 17 Pro design leak is one of the most surprising yet

The iPhone 17 Pro series could ditch titanium and return to an aluminum chassis, alongside several other surprising design changes.
An Apple Pencil Pro being held in a person's left hand with squeeze controls showing on an iPad mini 7 on top of a MacBook Pro keyboard.

I got an Apple Pencil Pro for my new iPad and found a big problem

The Apple Pencil Pro is a fantastic stylus, but it feels like Apple's designers forgot about left-handed people.
Someone holding the iPhone 16 Pro with its display on.

There’s a new way to use ChatGPT on your iPhone. Here’s how it works

A new feature from ChatGPT is easier to use. ChatGPT Search is now available as a Siri Shortcut.
Huawei Mate 70 in green.

One of the biggest smartphone manufacturers is done with Android

One of the largest smartphone companies in the world is abandoning Android in favor of an in-house developed operating system.
Someone holding the Oppo Find X8, showing the back of the phone.

The Oppo Find X8 is exactly the smartphone I’ve been waiting for

There's no such thing as a perfect smartphone, and there never will be. But in this moment, the Oppo Find X8 is precisely the kind of phone I'm looking for.
A render of the Samsung Galaxy A56 smartphone.

The Galaxy A56 just leaked. Here’s a first look at Samsung’s next budget phone

Supposed renders for the Galaxy A56 have leaked, giving us our first look at this new budget-friendly handset.
Someone wearing the OnePlus Watch 2.

The OnePlus Watch 3 could be released very soon

The OnePlus Watch 3 could arrive alongside the OnePlus 13 handset worldwide. Here’s when this could happen.
OnePlus logo on the OnePlus 12 Glacial White.

OnePlus might release a compact flagship phone. Here are all the details

There aren't many choices in 2024 for a compact flagship smartphone. According to a new leak, OnePlus may be set to change that next year.
Rokform Black Friday deals MagSafe phone car mounts

Rokform Black Friday deals run the gamut of mobile gear: Cases, accessories, more

These Rokform Black Friday deals are one of the better ways to save on mobile accessories like cases, wireless speakers, phone mounts and more.
Clicking. Pictures using XP4N Camera app on iPhone.

This app turned my iPhone into a vintage photography powerhouse

The iPhone's stock camera app is a processing nightmare. If you crave the joy of film capture, this app pours the Hasselblad XPAN energy into your clicks.
A side-view of a closed Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 may not get the chipset we were expecting

A significant change could be coming on next year’s Galaxy Z Flip 7. Here’s what we think we know.
OnePlus Pad 2 used as a wireless Windows monitor, kept in front of a Keychron K2V2 mechanical keyboard and Logitech MX Master 3S on a table.

How I made my Android tablet better than a Windows laptop

Android tablets can't match laptops. Here's how I made my OnePlus Pad 2 not just as good, but better than a Windows laptop.
The Android 16 logo on a smartphone, resting on a shelf.

How to install the Android 16 beta on your Android smartphone

Google has released the second preview build of Android 16 for developers. If you're eyeing a taste test of Baklava, here's the easy route to get it.
The iPhone 16 Pro, showing its iOS 18 home screen.

Apple’s streak of delays might continue with iOS 19 next year

Apple has already pushed a few promising iOS 18 tricks into 2025. According to Bloomberg, a swathe of planned iOS 19 features have run into the same fate.
Person holding an Apple AirTag.

Sorry, folks, the AirTag 2 won’t have rechargeable batteries

Despite rumors that suggested the AirTag 2 might launch with a rechargeable battery, insider Mark Gurman says this is not the case.
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, showing the back of the phone.

The Galaxy S25 Slim could come with a big camera upgrade

The rumored Galaxy S25 Slim could come onto the scene with a notable camera upgrade, according to a new leak.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and Apple A18 Pro graphics against circuit background.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs. Apple A18 Pro: two top-tier chips clash

Qualcomm has taken the wraps off the Snapdragon 8 Elite, its newest and most powerful processor. How does it compare to the Apple A18 Pro chip?
Summoning Siri on an iPhone.

Apple’s plans for a Siri evolution keep getting pushed into the future

Apple is reportedly working on the next big digital assistant evolution with what it calls LLM Siri. But the upgrade will take its own sweet time to arrive.

I learned 4 things that will change my photography forever

I've been stuck in a creative rut when taking photos of cars, something I love to do, and an automotive photographer showed me where I could improve.
The Motorola Razr 2024's selfie screen.

Our pros recommend the Motorola razr+, and now it’s on sale

Have you been shopping around for a new phone in the lead-up to Black Friday? Take advantage of this early BF discount on the top-rated Motorola razr+!
Using OxygenOS 15 on the OnePlus 12.

We love the OnePlus 12, and we love its $250 discount too!

An awesome alternative to Apple, Samsung, and Google phones, the fast-performing OnePlus 12 has a $250 discount today. Order soon!
Google Messages app on a Pixel 8 Pro, showing an RCS Chat message thread.

You can now send higher-quality photos in RCS Google Messages chats. Here’s how

You will soon be able to send messages in their original quality and resolution through Google Messages. Here's how it works.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE.

The Android 15 beta for the Galaxy S24 could be here any day now

The expected rollout timeline for the One UI 7 beta has leaked, and it might be here sooner than we expected (or dared to hope).
Siri being shown on an iPhone 15 Pro on iOS 18.

The Siri upgrade you’re waiting for might not be ready until 2026

Siri got some updates in iOS 18, but nothing that really took it over the edge. We may have to wait until 2026 for that to finally happen.
The hinge on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Samsung’s trifold foldable might launch in 2025, and we can’t wait

Another trusted tipster has said Samsung could release a trifold phone in 2025, but we still have no details as to its look or specs.
Belkin Boostcharge Pro.

If you have this Apple Watch charger, stop using it immediately. Here’s why

One of Belkin's Apple Watch chargers has been recalled due to safety concerns. Here's what you need to know if you own it.
A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

My favorite smartphone camera of 2024 isn’t made by Apple or Google

After using it to take dozens of photos for a series of stories, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra has cemented its place as my favorite camera phone of the year. Here's why.
Google Pixel Tablet on its charging dock.

The future of the Google Pixel Tablet doesn’t look good

Were you hoping for a new Google Pixel Tablet 2? Unfortunately, we have some bad news.
ESR AirPod protective case outside

The ESR Black Friday deals offer discounts on iPad and AirPod cases

These ESR Black Friday deals offer deals on iPad and AirPod cases, something out of the ordinary for mobile accessories. Come take a look.
The new Cardio Load and Readiness features in the Fitbit app.

Future Android phones may come with another preinstalled Google app

If you hate apps that come preinstalled on your smartphone, we have possibly upsetting news for you.
The iPhone 16 sticking out of someone's pocket.

Which iPhone model is the most popular? A new report has the answer

Which iPhone model is more popular: the regular or the Pro? The answer might surprise you.
A render of the Nubia Z70 Ultra.

The Nubia Z70 Ultra just gave the Galaxy S25 Ultra some tough competition

The Nubia Z70 was just announced, and spec-for-spec, it gives the upcoming Galaxy S25 a run for its money — at a much lower cost.
Someone holding the Lava Agni 3 smartphone.

I traveled 8,000 miles to get an Android phone unlike any I’ve used before

A recent work trip saw me travel 8,000-plus miles to India and get hands-on time with the Lava Agni 3 — a phone unlike any other I've used this year.
The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition's cover screen.

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft review: a magical and colorful e-reader

The brilliant Kindle now has a color screen, but does this make the Kindle Colorsoft the model to buy? I've got the answer in my review.

Joe Maring has been the Section Editor of Digital Trends’ Mobile team since June 2022. He leads a team of 13 writers and editors with the single goal of publishing the best mobile tech content on the Internet. While much of his time is spent planning and editing the work of his section’s amazing contributors, Joe equally loves writing himself — whether he’s digging into wonky AI apps on phones or explaining why you should buy the latest iPhone.

Joe started talking and writing about phones in 2012 with his tech-focused YouTube channel and website, MobileCupOfJoe. He’s contributed to PhoneArena, XDA Developers, and 9to5Google. He held the titles of News Editor and Senior Editor at Android Central between 2017 and 2021. Before joining Digital Trends, Joe was a Senior Writer and Editor for Screen Rant’s tech section.

Throughout his years in this industry, Joe has attended major trade shows such as CES, MWC, and IFA. He’s also appeared on major tech podcasts, including Tech News Weekly, Clockwise, and the Android Police Podcast.

Joe lives in Michigan with his two cats (Minnie and Polo), a very sweet and dumb pit bull/boxer mix (Damon), and Kenn — his partner of 10 years. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find Joe walking a nature trail, reading at his favorite coffee shop, or watching the Lions.

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