Christian de Looper | Contributing Writer, Auto, Digital Trends

Study spells and take classes on your phone in ‘Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery’

Want to experience Hogwarts as a student yourself? 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery' is coming to both iOS and Android.

Mobile News

January 18, 2018

AT&T and Verizon’s speeds start to recover after launch of unlimited data

When the major carriers finally unveiled unlimited data plans, AT&T and Verizon's speeds took a bit of a hit.

Mobile News

January 17, 2018

Everything we know about Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus pricing and availability

Interested in getting the new Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus for yourself? Here's everything you need to know about pricing.

Mobile Guides

April 26, 2022

Google Project Fi will no longer charge you for more than 6GB of data

Google's Project Fi has long charged $10 per 1GB of data, but that's now changing -- Project Fi will now cap your data bill at $60.

Mobile News

January 18, 2018

Apple and Tencent reach deal to again let WeChat app users tip each other

Apple and Tencent have come to an agreement that should see WeChat users once again able to tip each other through the WeChat app.

Mobile News

January 16, 2018

Ressence’s snazzy concept watch pairs with your phone for accurate timing

Ressence has unveiled a new concept smartwatch that Nest founder Tony Fadell helped design, and that connects to your phone.

Mobile News

January 16, 2018

From Belkin to iOttie, these are the best wireless chargers at CES 2018

CES 2018 seems to be home to a slew of wireless charging pads, stands, and mounts. Here are some of the best wireless chargers we could find.

Mobile Best-ofs

December 14, 2020

Alcatel Idol 5 vs. Honor 7X: Can Honor’s budget hit take out the new Idol?

There are a ton of great budget handsets out there, but they're not all equal. Which is better -- the Alcatel Idol 5 or Honor 7X?

Mobile News

January 10, 2018

Vital Inc.’s new Moto Mod measures five vital signs in a matter of two minutes

Vital Inc. has taken the wraps off of a new Moto Mod that can track a hefty five vitals in only two to three minutes.

Mobile News

December 9, 2020

All phones in Alcatel’s 2018 budget lineup feature an 18:9 display

Alcatel has previewed its phone lineup for 2018, showing off the flagship Series 5, midrange Series 3, and budget Series 1.

Mobile News

April 25, 2023

Energous is finally bringing its awesome new wireless charging tech to market

Energous has been making news headlines for its charging tech for a few years now, but it looks like the wireless charging is finally ready.

Mobile News

January 17, 2018

Alcatel Idol 5 vs. Lenovo Moto G5S Plus: Clash of the budget smartphones

The Moto G5S Plus is often considered the best budget phone out there -- but it has some serious competition from the Alcatel Idol 5.

Mobile Best-ofs

June 15, 2022

Mophie’s new Powerstation can now recharge phones and laptops

Mophie has launched its latest external battery offering, the Powerstation AC, which boasts a USB-C port, AC output, and USB-A port.

Mobile News

January 3, 2018

How to set up a hot spot on Android or iOS

Wi-Fi wherever you go: Here’s how to set up a hot spot on Android and iOS

Being able to use your phone for Wi-Fi can be a huge help. Here's how to set up a hot spot using your Android phone or iPhone.

Mobile Guides

December 22, 2017

Looking for some mobile VR fun? Here are the top 10 Google Daydream apps, games

Google Daydream may not be the most powerful way to experience virtual reality, but there are a ton of great apps available.

Computing News

April 4, 2018

Alcatel Idol 5 review

Other Alcatel phones have struggled, but the company is giving it another shot with the new Alcatel Idol 5. Check our Alcatel Idol 5 review.

Mobile Reviews

August 23, 2019

Google gets into the holiday spirit with 12 days of deals on Google Play

Google Play is helping you save money this holiday season with its 12 Days of Play. The program runs from December 22 to January 2.

Mobile News

December 29, 2017

Microsoft’s Android apps offer the best Windows mobile experience

Microsoft is shifting its mobile focus. Instead of continuing to develop Windows Mobile, it's expanding its Android and iOS offerings.

Mobile Features

December 10, 2017

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845 keeps your next phone more secure than ever

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 845 processor, which boasts a series of awesome new features like the "Secure Processing Unit."

Mobile News

December 8, 2017

The best cheap phone plans save you cash without sacrificing service

Save hundreds with these terrific, affordble phone plans that give you everything you need -- and nothing you don't.

Mobile Best-ofs

April 26, 2022

Smart wearables market keeps growing as Fitbit and Xiaomi lead the way

The wearables market is on the rise, according to a new report from IDC. Who's at the top of the heap? Fitbit and Xiaomi.

Wearables News

December 5, 2017

iPhone X laying on wireless charging pad on wooden table.

Bigger is better: Phablets are poised to overtake regular-sized phones by 2019

According to a new report from IDC, the phablet-sized smartphone is set to finally overtake the so-called "regular-sized" smartphone.

Mobile News

December 1, 2017

The Unihertz Jelly phone packs a lot of features in a tiny body

Phones are getting bigger and bigger, but one company, Unihertz, has launched a phone that's built to be tiny. The phone is called the Jelly.

Mobile News

November 4, 2020

The Blackberry Motion isn’t the second coming — but it’s not a bad phone

Blackberry has launched yet another Android-powered smartphone, featuring midrange specs and a decent design.

Mobile News

November 29, 2017

Navigation app gets the Google treatment with ‘OK Waze’ voice controls

Waze is adding a few new features to its app to help make it a little more useful, including, for example, "OK Waze" voice controls.

Mobile News

November 29, 2017

Huawei’s new facial-recognition technology could be better than Apple’s Face ID

It looks like Apple isn't the only one working on facial recognition tech for its phones -- it looks like Huawei is too.

Mobile News

November 28, 2017

Samsung rolls out the (burgundy) red carpet for the Galaxy S8’s newest color

Samsung has announced a new color for the Galaxy S8: Burgundy Red. It's available in South Korea, but will come to other markets.

Mobile News

November 28, 2017

Apple invites you to channel your inner animoji, touts Face ID in latest ads

Apple has launched a slew of new ads to show off the iPhone X's best features -- including one that plays on the Animoji karaoke trend.

Mobile News

November 28, 2017

Essential Phone vs. OnePlus 5T: Budget Android flagships go head-to-head

The OnePlus 5T is finally here, boasting excellent specs at a reasonable price. That puts it in direct competition with the Essential Phone.

Mobile Best-ofs

June 15, 2022

Your phone probably has an FM radio — so why can’t you use it?

You may not be away, but your phone probably has an FM radio chip built right into it -- even if you can't access it. But why can't you?

Mobile Features

November 29, 2017

Cat S41 rugged smartphone review

Cat is back again with another smartphone in the form of the Cat S41, boasting decent performance in a durable case. But is it worth shelling out $450?

Mobile Reviews

August 23, 2019

Use the Force to protect your iPhone with Otterbox Star Wars cases

Otterbox has announced a few new cases to its Symmetry Series lineup -- the Star Wars Collection featuring a variety of characters.

Mobile News

November 22, 2017

Google Assistant gains eyes with Google Lens, now rolling out to Pixel phones

Google Lens first made a splash at Google I/O in May, but it's now finally rolling out to Google Pixel smartphones.

Mobile News

April 21, 2022

Misfit Command hybrid watch looks like a classic, but acts like a smartwatch

Misfit has launched a new device in its hybrid watch lineup -- the Misfit Command. The device has a yearlong battery life.

Mobile News

November 21, 2017

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