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The Google Pixel 8a, Nothing Phone 2, Samsung Galaxy A35, and the Samsung Galaxy A55's camera.

I compared the cameras on 4 cheap Android phones, and the winner surprised me

Which cheap Android phone has the best camera: the Google Pixel 8a, the Nothing Phone 2, or Samsung's Galaxy A55 or Galaxy A35? I put them all to the test.
A promotional image showing someone wearing the Circular Ring Slim.

Circular just updated its smart ring to take on the Galaxy Ring

Circular has launched an updated version of the Circular Ring Slim as it readies itself for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Ring. Here's what's new.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 opened up.

Samsung would hate the way I use my Galaxy Z Flip 5

I've been using the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 again, and although it folds and unfolds, I've been ignoring that feature. I don't think Samsung would approve.
A promotional image showing two people using the Solos AirGo3 smart glasses.

These smart glasses are adding AI search right to your face

Solos has updated the AirGo 3 smart glasses with new software enabling a contextual, AI-powered live search feature.
A person holding the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra.

The Pura 70 Ultra is a frustrating phone with one amazing feature

The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra is a frustrating phone with a lot of baggage. But there's one incredible feature that makes it worth using.
The Apple logo on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

You’ve never seen an iPhone like this before

Have you ever seen an iPhone without a camera on the back? If not, here's your chance, and a lesson on why someone may perform this unexpected modification.
Examples of how iOS 18's home screen can be customized.

There’s a big problem with iOS 18’s amazing customization features

With iOS 18, you'll see massive changes to the way you customize your iPhone's home screen. The new features look good, but did Apple go a step too far?
A promotional photo of the Montblanc Summit 3 in Glacier Blue.

Montblanc’s luxury smartwatch is now even more beautiful

Montbanc has added a new finish to the Summit 3 smartwatch range, and it's possibly the brand's best yet. Take a look at it here.
Screenshots of new iMessage features in iOS 18.

iOS 18’s new iMessage features make me wish everyone I know had an iPhone

When Apple shows off new iMessage features, as it did at WWDC 2024, it always makes me want to use it more than I do. But I'm wise to the reason why.
A promotional image of the HTC U24 Pro.

Here’s the latest phone from a brand you’ve forgotten about

HTC, a phone maker you probably haven't thought about for a while, is back with a new phone. Here's everything you need to know about the HTC U24 Pro.
A promotional image showing someone wearing the ExerRing smart ring.

This new smart ring has your own AI health coach inside

The ExerRing is the latest smart ring to hit Kickstarter, and it has an AI-powered health coach inside to help you meet your goals. Here are all the details.
The Apple Watch Series 9 showing the sleep tracking data.

The Vitals app could make the Apple Watch an Oura Ring killer

The Vitals app is a new feature for the Apple Watch, and it's coming with watchOS 11. Here's why it's a big deal for the device and for tracking your sleep.
A person holding the iPad Air (2024) and taking a photo.

I used an iPad as my main camera, and what happened amazed me

I used the iPad Air (2024) as my main camera, but little did I know it would make me question how good the iPhone 15 Pro Max's camera is.
A teaser image of the CMF Phone 1

We can’t wait to see this bright orange mystery phone in real life

A new bright orange phone with an unusual feature has been teased online, and we can't wait to see it for real. Here's why.
A thin battery inside a contact lens.

A battery charged by your tears may make smart contact lenses a reality

A wafer-thin battery is in development that may be ideal to power smart contact lenses in the future. And it has an unusual way of being recharged.
The 1More Z30 Sleeping Earbuds next to their case.

These cheap sleep earbuds do one thing better than almost all the others

Sleep routines are incredibly personal, but will your preferences match the 1More Z30 Sleeping Earbuds' strengths? We find out in our in-depth review.
Google Gemini app on Android.

Google’s Gemini AI app gets a wider release. Is your phone on the list?

Google has expanded the list of regions where the Google Gemini AI app for Android phones is available, and also provided an update on when it will come to iOS.
Opening the folded Oppo Find N2 Flip.

Oppo pledges to bring AI to all its phones, even cheap ones

Oppo aims to introduce AI features across its range of phones, regardless of price.
The Owl Labs Meeting Owl 4+ webcam, with glowing rings around the speakers.

You’ve never seen a webcam as cute as the Owl 4+

The webcam on a conference table doesn't have to look dull. It can look cute, as Owl Labs' Meeting Owl 4+ proves. It also has some very clever tech inside.
The back of the Apple iPad Air (2024).

iPad Air (2024) review: the iPad most people should buy this year

If you're shopping for an iPad this year, you've probably been drawn to the iPad Air (2024). It looks like the sweet spot in the range, but is it? We found out.
A person folding up the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.

World’s top folding phone maker revealed — and it’s not Samsung

Samsung is well-known for its foldable smartphones, but new research shows it has recently lost the title as the world's top maker of folding devices.
The OnePlus 12R lying on a book with its screen turned on.

The best cheap phones in 2024: our 9 favorites for tight budgets

Here are the best cheap phones for those on a tight budget. Find out what you can get for around $500 or less as we highlight the best budget smartphones.
A person putting an OSleeve cover in a pouch.

I tried the must-have accessory for your smart ring

Smart rings are set to get even more popular this year, so I tried out an accessory that could be a must-have for any smart ring owner.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in Titanium Orange and in Titanium Silver.

There’s trouble brewing at Samsung, and it may affect future products

Workers in Samsung's smartphone and semiconductor divisions, among others, will strike on June 7, causing concern about potential future action and its impact.
Screenshots from the Kino app.

Become an iPhone video master with this powerful new app

The team behind the Halide camera app has launched Kino, a video app for the iPhone that aims to do for your movies what Halide did for your stills.
Photo showing the G-Shock MR-G B2100B's dial.

This popular G-Shock watch is getting a $5,470 luxury makeover

One of the most popular G-Shock watch models, the 2100-series, is about to pass through the luxury MR-G team's hands.
A person holding the iPad Air M2.

One missing feature has almost ruined the new iPad Air for me

I'm a few days into using the new iPad Air (2024), and there's one missing feature that's nearly ruined Apple's latest tablet. Let me explain.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic, in black and silver.

Your Samsung Galaxy Watch is getting new AI health features

Samsung's not content with putting AI in your smartphone, it's also bringing Galaxy AI features to your smartwatch, and it's all about health and fitness.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max with Standby mode on the Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station.

It took me 8 months to try out this fantastic iOS 17 feature

I had forgotten about iOS 17's StandBy feature, then the right piece of hardware came along and reminded me how fantastic it is.
Main title image for the Outtafocus column.

My Google Pixel phone turned my photos into AI nightmares

Will AI take over the world? Who knows. But after using the Pixel 8a's Magic Editor on photos of animals, I'm more scared of it than ever.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55's cameras.

A cheap Samsung phone crushed its biggest rival in this camera test

Ready to buy the Galaxy A55, but wondering if the cheaper Galaxy A35's camera is just as good? We've answered the question in our extensive test.
A person holding the Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro.

These are two of the most confusing Android phones I’ve used in 2024

I tried the Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro right after reviewing the Google Pixel 8a. It was difficult to know which phone to try first, so I used them both.
The Poco Pad tablet in different colors

This cool new Android tablet is hiding a very big secret

The Poco Pad is the brand's first tablet. To make sure it stands out, the company has fitted it with a very big (and exciting) feature.
The back of the Google Pixel 8a.

It’s impossible to recommend a cheap Google Pixel phone

The Pixel 8a is the cheap Google phone to buy, right? Well, no, because the Pixel 8 is. Sometimes. Google has made it hard to know which phone to buy.