OnePlus 7 Pro vs. Pixel 3a vs. ZenFone 6 vs. Samsung Galaxy A50: Camera shootout
You don't need to spend a ton of money to get a good camera phone. We take a look at some of our favorite midrange phones to find the best camera in this price bracket. That includes the $350 Samsung Galaxy A50, the $400 Google Pixel 3a, the $500 Asus ZenFone 6, and the $669 OnePlus 7 Pro.
JBL’s Google Assistant-powered Link Bar now available for purchase
Speakers offering built-in Google Assistant functionality have become so common that it’s essentially expected now. Android TV is another thing, but that’s exactly what the JBL Link Bar does, combining Google Assistant and all the functionality of Android TV in a soundbar that plugs into your TV.
Moment Air brings an anamorphic lens to DJI’s drones for cinematic flair
Moment Air is the latest project from Moment, which includes an anamorphic lens for the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and the Mavic 2 Zoom. It also includes ND and CPL filters for the camera on the drones and the lens, as well as an ultrathin iPhone case that works with Moment's M-series mount.
LG V50 ThinQ 5G review
If a phone supports 5G, that doesn’t mean you should buy it. The first wave of 5G phones are here, including the LG V50 ThinQ; it’s a strong phone in almost every area, but it’s too overpriced for the features it offers. Battery life is also a concern on 4G LTE. Here’s our review.
Samsung teases Note 10 feature as invites go out for its next Galaxy Unpacked
The next Samsung Galaxy Note event will take place on August 7 in New York City. It's widely expected to see the launch of Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 smartphone, and Samsung may have teased a new feature in its invite. It features an S Pen drawing a circular camera, suggesting a connection between the two.
T-Mobile’s 5G network is blazing NYC’s lower east side. Here are our test results
T-Mobile’s 5G is finally live in the U.S., specifically in select areas of six major cities. While the only device you can use to access it costs $1,300, it won’t cost you anything more than the carrier’s existing unlimited plan. We took the Galaxy S10 5G out for a spin in New York City to test T-Mobile’s 5G download speeds.
iOS 13 hands-on review
iOS 13 is here -- at least, the public beta has landed. You can install it now on a supported iPhone. Check out our iOS 13 hands on as we dive into some of the biggest new features, from user interface changes and Dark mode to the new Photos app. If you do plan to install it, you should backup your data.
Palm: Stand-alone or connected, here’s everything you need to know
The all-new Palm is here and it's extremely tiny. It syncs to your primary phone and acts as a secondary device -- to help you disconnect from technology. Coming in at $350, the phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 435 and runs Android 8.1 Oreo. Here's everything you need to know.
The 2019 class of camera phones is great, and we tested them to find the best
It's the middle of the year, which means it's time for a mid-year camera shootout in an effort to find which 2019 flagship sports the best shooter. Here, we pit six phones against one another, including the OnePlus 7 Pro, Pixel 3a XL, Huawei P30 Pro, iPhone XS Max, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Nokia 9 PureView.
Amazon takes on Roku with new Fire TV Edition TVs supporting Dolby Vision
Amazon has announced new Fire TV Edition TVs with Dolby Vision support, which should allow for impressive HDR contrast from a growing collection of Dolby Vision videos. The company has also announced a pop up at the Dolby Soho space in New York, where visitors can get the full Dolby Vision experience.
LG’s V50 ThinQ is a different take on the folding phone, and it supports 5G
LG has a habit of releasing too many similar phones. Following on the heels of the V40 ThinQ, which arrived last October, the company has now unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ. The marquee difference is that the new phone supports 5G networks, and an accessory turns the V50 into a foldable phone.
The stand-alone Palm is now available, but you don’t really need it
Palm, the reinvented company carrying the name of the brand we all know, has released a stand-alone version of its tiny Android-powered smartphone. That means you don't need another phone to use it with, and you don't need to pay for another data plan. But you'll still need to deal with poor battery life.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 tips and tricks
Now that you've managed to get your hands on the gorgeous Samsung Galaxy Note 9, it's time to get to know your new phone. From its redesigned S Pen to the all-new Samsung One UI, there are plenty of new features to try out. Here are a few of our favorite Samsung Galaxy Note 9 tips and tricks.
Apple Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR: First look
Apple has two new products it announced at WWDC 2019: The Mac Pro and the Pro Display XDR. Both cost thousands of dollars and aren't for you, but that doesn't mean you won't stop ogling them. The Mac Pro has insane levels of performance, once maxed out, and the display has peak brightness of 1,600 nits.
We tested Sprint’s 5G. It might not be worth an upgrade yet
Sprint has launched its 5G network, and its CEO is calling it the largest initial coverage footprint in the country. We flew down to Dallas to test it out using LG’s V50 ThinQ and HTC’s 5G Hub, both of which will be available May 31. The initial rollout includes Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Kansas City.
Apple Pay, Google Pay will work with MTA’s tap-and-pay system for NYC transit
In New York City? The MTA is bringing tap and pay systems to public transit, so you'll be able to use contactless payment options. The new system is called OMNY, and it will eventually replace the MetroCard. You can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital wallets. Here's what you need to know.
Moment’s new camera bags are small, but fashionable and functional
Moment, the company that makes high-quality lenses for smartphones, has announced a lineup of camera bags, in addition to a new line of wallet cases. It's a new category for the company, and represents an expansion that's turning Moment into more of a lifestyle brand, rather than just a camera company.
5G your old phone: HTC’s 5G Hub is now available for pre-order from Sprint
The HTC 5G Hub runs Android Pie, has a Qualcomm 855 processor, 4GB of RAM, and an HD touchscreen, but it's not a phone -- it's a hot spot designed to connect to 5G. You can leave it at home or work, or take it on the go. It's ideal if you want 5G this year, but don't want to shell out $1,000 or more for a 5G phone.
Verizon’s 5G is blazing fast on the Galaxy S10 5G, if you’re on the right block
The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is finally here, so Digital Trends hit Chicago to test its capabilities on Verizon's 5G network. As with the Moto Z3 and Moto Mod, service is still limited, and there are a lot of caveats to get a perfect connection, but it's super fast. Here's what we found.
The Motorola One Vision is a 21:9 Android One phone with a 48-megapixel camera
Motorola has a new phone, but unlike its Moto G7 series, the Motorola One Vision comes with a promise of two years of Android version updates, and three years of security updates. That's because it's an Android One phone. Its marquee feature, however, is the 48-megapixel camera on the back.
The OnePlus 7 Pro undermines the most appealing part of OnePlus
OnePlus has a new phone -- the OnePlus 7 Pro. It brings cutting-edge features like a pop-up selfie camera, a full screen design, triple rear cameras, and a screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. All of this comes at a $100 price bump. With a starting $669 price tag, OnePlus is losing its best feature.
Here’s what Google’s Tiles on Wear OS look like, and how they work
Smartwatches are all about convenience and accessing the information you need, when you need it. Google's Wear OS is about to get a whole lot more convenient with a new interface that pulls in your calendar, fitness goals, and more. Called Tiles on Wear OS, it's being shown off at Google I/O 2019.
Nest Hub Max hands-on review
Google's new Nest Hub Max has a bigger screen and better speakers, but the camera is the real headline feature, and the clever tricks it enables will make you want a Max in your home. Read our hands-on review for more.