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An iPhone 14 Pro Max, with the Lightning port edited off of it.

Sorry, Apple — a portless iPhone is a terrible idea

A portless iPhone may not be that far off in the future — and that absolutely terrifies me. Ports are good, and I want them to stay on my iPhone.
The iPad (2022) with an Apple Pencil plugged into it using a USB-C cable and adapter.

The 5 worst iPads of all time

Apple's iPad has been a huge success, but that doesn't mean that there weren't failures in its history. Here are the worst iPads Apple has ever released.
Apple Card held in hand

Why the Apple Card remains my favorite credit card in 2023

The Apple Card isn't the newest or best credit card available today. But in 2023, it still remains my absolute favorite. Here's why.
Holding the Lenovo Tab Extreme.

The best and coolest tablets we’ve seen at CES 2023

There's plenty to see at CES 2023, including the next wave of powerful tablets. Here are the best that we've come across so far.
Holding the Lenovo Smart Paper.

Tablets at CES 2023 are beating the iPad in big and unexpected ways

Only a few tablets were shown off on the CES 2023 show floor, but a few of them definitely have the iPad beat in a way I wasn't expecting.
Iridium Satellite constellation

Android phones are stealing (and beating) the iPhone 14’s best feature at CES 2023

Qualcomm announced Snapdragon Satellite, bringing global satellite connectivity to Android smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 -- and not just in emergencies.
OtterBox OtterGrip Symmetry Series case collection in six colors

OtterBox’s new iPhone case for CES 2023 fixes an annoying MagSafe problem

OtterBox has just announced the new OtterGrip Symmetry Series case. It integrates a grip in the case that sits flush, allowing full MagSafe compatibility.
iPhone 12 Pro Max with MagSafe charger

CES 2023: MagSafe-like charging is coming to Android phones this year

The Wireless Power Consortium has announced the Qi2 standard at CES 2023, which will launch later this year. It's basically MagSafe for Android.
Samsung Flex Hybrid foldable and slidable smartphone screen

Samsung just teased the future of folding smartphones at CES 2023

What will folding phones and tablets look like in the future? At CES 2023, Samsung gave us an exciting glimpse of what that future might look like.
Front of Apple Card

In 2023, it’s time to finally ditch your real wallet for Apple Pay

We did it — we made it to 2023! As you begin the new year, use this as a chance to finally ditch your physical wallet and embrace Apple Pay.
iPhone 14 laying face-down on a table. There's a potted plane to the right of it, slightly out of focus.

With the iPhone 14 in trouble, here’s how Apple can save the iPhone 15

The iPhone 14 Plus is a flop, and when the iPhone 15 series comes out in 2023, Apple will need to make some changes. Here's what it can (and should) do.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 Bora Purple open standing

One week with the Galaxy Z Flip 4 made me a folding phone believer

After using an iPhone for most of my life, I recently turned to the Galaxy Z Flip 4 as my first folding phone. And you know what? I kind of love it.
Profile displayed in Ivory app

Thanks to Tapbots’ Ivory app, I’m finally ready to ditch Twitter for good

Mastodon is a popular Twitter alternative, but it may not click right away. You might just need a great app to help — and that's what Tapbots brings with Ivory.
iPhone 14 Pro and Galaxy Z Flip 4 seen from the back.

I’m ready for a folding iPhone — but only if it has these 5 things

It's been rumored that Apple has been working on a foldable iPhone for many years now. Who knows whether that comes to fruition, but here's what I want to see.
iPhone 14 Pro showing Safari with Find On Page feature

Just get a new iPhone? Here are 12 tips and tricks to master it

Just get a new iPhone for Christmas? Here are some tips and tricks to getting it set up to perfection.
Apple ID banner in the Settings app on an iPhone 14 Pro

In 2023, Apple needs to fix its embarrassing 5GB iCloud limit

It's been years since iCloud first launched, but we still only get 5GB storage for free. Isn't it about time Apple bumped that up a bit to something reasonable?
Apple Card sitting on top of an iPhone 14 Pro with the Wallet app open to digital Apple Card

I found a hidden end-of-2022 recap on my iPhone, but I wish I hadn’t

Ever wonder exactly where your money has gone? If you use an Apple Card, this yearly recap may be the best or worst recap you've seen so far.
iPhone 14 Pro settings on photographic styles.

Photographic Styles is the most underrated iPhone 14 camera feature you’re not using

Photographic Styles is a feature on the iPhone 13 and later that lets you capture photos with presets, creating a unique tone and mood.
iPhone 14 Pro with always on display no wallpaper or notifications

iOS 16.2’s new always-on display made me hate my iPhone 14 Pro

If you have an iPhone 14 Pro, then the iOS 16.2 update lets you have a super minimal always-on display. But this takes away from the original charm.
Apple Arcade page on the Apple Store as seen on the iPhone 14 Pro

Sorry, but allowing third-party iPhone app stores is a bad idea

New European Union regulations could pave the way for Apple to allow sideloading and third-party app stores. But this may not be all good news.
ShiftCam SnapGrip held in two hands

The ShiftCam SnapGrip turned my iPhone into a DSLR, and I love it

We take photos with our iPhones and other smartphones, but it's not super ergonomic. The ShiftCam SnapGrip accessory changes that — and then some.
App Store displayed on an iPhone 14 Pro against a pink background

Apple may do the unthinkable — allow third-party iPhone app stores

Due to regulations from the European Union, Apple may be considering third-party app stores on the iPhone and iPad in the very near future.
iPhone 14 Pro showing the Moon always-on screen.

iOS 16.2 is here, adding Apple Music Sing (plus a lot more) to your iPhone

Apple has dropped its (surprisingly) big iOS 16.2 update today. Here's a closer look at everything new.
Motorola Moto G Play 2023 in the hands of a user.

The 6 biggest warning signs when buying a cheap phone

Before you consider buying a cheap phone this holiday season, here are some big red flags you should look out for.
iOS 16 Work Focus with a Fantastical widget and two rows of work-related apps

iOS 17 could be amazing if Apple makes these 7 changes

We expect Apple to announce iOS 17 next year during WWDC23. Here are a few things we hope to see in the next version of iOS.
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) and Apple iPhone SE (2020) together.

The 5 worst iPhones of all time

Apple has released a lot of iPhones since the line debuted in 2007. Though there have been a lot of successes, there are some flops. Here are the worst iPhones.
iPhone 14 Pro showing Settings iPhone Storage used.

My 1TB iPhone 14 Pro isn’t overkill — it’s the right version to buy

While some people may think that 128GB of storage is enough on an iPhone, that's not the case for everyone. Here's why you should go with 1TB instead.
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro.

How to use the free VPN on your Google Pixel 7 (and why you should)

Your Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have a free, built-in VPN. Here's how to use it.
iPhone 14 Pro with Widgy and Siri Suggested apps widget on a home screen

It’s 2022, and customizing my iPhone is still horrible

Ever since iOS 14, Apple's given us some customization on our iPhone, but it still has a very long way to go.
Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 on pavement

Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 review: good hardware, lacking software

The tablet market is mostly dominated by Apple's iPad. How does Lenovo's recent refresh of the Tab P11 Pro hold up?
Apple Watch Ultra, purple background

The most innovative smartwatches and wearables of 2022

We saw a lot of interesting smartwatches and wearables come out in 2022. Here are the most innovative ones for the year.
Deep Purple iPhone 14 Pro held in hand with a wooden gate in the background

I still love my iPhone 14 Pro, but not for the reason I expected

I originally bought the iPhone 14 Pro because of specific new features, but those aren't the reasons why I still love the device now.
iOS 16 lock screen on an iPhone 14 Pro

How Apple can fix iOS 16’s messy lock screen customization in iOS 17

Apple gave us some lock screen customization in iOS 16, and it's a good start. But Apple can go further with customization in iOS 17.
iPhone 14 Pro in hand showing off profile page on Hive Social app

Hive Social is my favorite Twitter alternative, but that’s not saying much

As Twitter continues to be a growing dumpster fire under Elon, many alternatives have popped up. Hive Social has been buzzing lately, but it's not perfect.