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Communications satellite in Earth orbit.

Satellite connectivity on iPhone 14 is great, but its future is far more exciting

The iPhone 14 introduces groundbreaking new emergency satellite communications, but this is likely just the beginning of Apple's plans for a connected world.
Someone wearing the Apple Watch Ultra while climbing.

Will your old Apple Watch bands fit the Apple Watch Ultra?

The Apple Watch Ultra is larger and more rugged than any Apple Watch ever, but will you have to buy new watch bands to fit its larger 49mm bulk?
Apple Watch Series 8 double view.

Is the Apple Watch Series 8 waterproof?

The rugged Apple Watch Ultra may be the smartwatch for divers, but Apple’s newly released Apple Watch Series 8 is also surprisingly durable in its own right.
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Ads won’t ruin your iPhone’s App Store — they may actually improve it

More ads may be coming to the App Store for the holidays, but there's no need to fear that it will ruin the App Store experience. It might even improve it.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro.

Does the iPhone 14 have a SIM card?

The new Apple iPhone 14 features some nice enhancements, but Apple has also taken one thing away in its latest iPhone release: the SIM card slot.
A variety of Apple Watches showing new Watch OS 9 features and screens.

How to download the new WatchOS 9 right now

Apple's WatchOS 9 is available, with lots of fun new features for your wearable. Here's how to get your hands on it.
The iOS 16 logo on an iPhone.

How to download iOS 16 right now

Apple iOS 16 is now available. If you're itching to try out the latest iOS 16 features, here's how to download Apple's latest iPhone software.
Three iPhone 14 Pro models showing the Dynamic Island, being presented by Apple's Alan Dye.

Apple iPhone 14 vs. Apple iPhone 14 Pro

Should you opt for Apple's flashiest flagship iPhone 14 Pro or stick with the tried-and-true iPhone 14? We compare Apple's newest iPhone models.
Health metrics displayed on an Apple Watch Series 8.

Why the Apple Watch Series 8 isn’t good enough to replace my old Series 5

The Apple Watch Series 8 gains some nice quality-of-life improvements, but there’s not much here to encourage folks to upgrade to Apple's newest wearable.
Car crash detection on Apple Watch Series 8.

Will your Apple Watch get WatchOS 9? Here are the compatible models

This year's release of WatchOS 9 will mark the first time in two years that Apple is dropping support for an older Apple Watch model.
iOS 16 lockscreen new look.

iOS 16 Supported Devices: Which iPhones are compatible?

With any major software release, there comes a time when older devices need to be left off the list. Such is the case with iOS 16.
Google Pixel Fold concept image.

Google’s foldable Pixel phone just got a big release date update

If you’ve been eagerly hoping for a foldable version of Google’s popular Pixel smartphone, your wait may soon be over.
An iPhone 13 in the hands of a user.

iPhone 14 wish list: 5 things I want to see in Apple’s next phone

We’re less than a week away from Apple’s annual big iPhone unveil, but there's still room for Apple to surprise us with the iPhone 14.
The open screen on the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 vs. Galaxy S22 Ultra 

The Galaxy S22 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 4 each fill a unique spot at the top-end of Samsung’s lineup. Here's how these two top-tier smartphones compare.
Apple Watch Series 7 next to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 vs. Apple Watch Series 7: which is the smartwatch king?

How does Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 compare with the Apple Watch Series 7? We contrast the latest and greatest wearables from the two tech behemoths.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 sitting on a table.

I desperately want a foldable iPhone, but iOS still isn’t ready for it

Reports that Apple is at work on a foldable iPhone have circulated for years, but that's about more than hardware. Apple also needs to properly fold iOS, too.
Apple Watch with Wristcam showing selfie view.

I added a camera to my Apple Watch and this is what happened

Rumors of smartwatch cameras have made the rounds for years, but one company has struck out on its own. But do you really need a camera on your smartwatch?
Ugreen 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand.

This 3-in-1 MagSafe stand charges your iPhone with a twist

Ugreen’s 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station can fast charge your iPhone while juicing up your Apple Watch and AirPods at the same time — with a twist.
Close up detail of a man iMessaging on an iPhone.

As a loyal iMessage user, I’m sick and tired of Apple’s resistance to RCS

I’ve been a fan of iMessage since it came along in 2011, but it's time for Apple to work toward true cross-platform messaging.
Oppo Watch 3 and Oppo Watch 3 Pro

Oppo’s latest Apple Watch clone has an important spec under the hood

Oppo has just announced the first smartwatches with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip and a fascinating new design.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

I’ve used an iPhone since 2007, but the Galaxy Z Fold 4 makes me want to switch

With the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4, Samsung has shown that foldable phones are ready for prime time. Both are compelling in ways that Apple hasn’t matched.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro, and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Everything announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked August 2022: Fold 4, Watch 5, and more

Samsung held its mid-year Galaxy Unpacked event today, where it unveiled the next generation of Galaxy Z foldable smartphones, new Galaxy Watches, and more.
A person texting on a smartphone.

It’s not just you — Google’s also fed up with Apple not using RCS

Google is stepping up its campaign to drive support for the universal RCS text messaging standard by increasing the pressure on the biggest holdout: Apple.
Apple's rumored hardware subscription service is a compelling rental service

I bought an iPhone 13 right before the iPhone 14 comes out, and you should too

With the iPhone 14 lineup is coming next month, it's an ideal time to find steep discounts on the iPhone 13 models that may soon be riding off into the sunset.
Blue panels showing 5G logo at CES booth.

When did 5G come out? The long, complicated history of its release

Although 2022 will be heralded as the year 5G went mainstream, we’ve traveled a long and winding road to get here.
The side of the OnePlus 10T showing the power key.

Does the OnePlus 10T have wireless charging? What you need to know

OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 10T with some impressive specs, but there’s one thing you'll want to keep in mind before you rush out and hit the buy button.
Render of the OnePlus 10T resting in sand covered in shadows. Text reads: "OnePlus 10T 5G. Product Launch | New York, Evolve Beyond Speed. August 3| 10:00 a.m. EDT | 3:00 P.m. BST | 7:30 p.m. IST."

How to watch the OnePlus 10T launch event on August 3

OnePlus is breathing new life into its T series smartphone lineup with the new OnePlus 10T. Here's how to watch its launch event on August 3.
Bronze V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless headphones on DJ console turntable.

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless promise an immersive club experience

V-Moda has announced the flagship Crossfade 3 Wireless with expanded high-definition codec support, extended battery life, and new audio refinements.
New features for Instagram Reels

Instagram is undoing its TikTok-like changes you hated so much

Instagram is reconsidering its pivot to a TikTok-style video feed after recent changes proved to be extremely unpopular with its fan base.
Close up detail of a man iMessaging on an iPhone.

Latest iOS 16 beta addresses rising safety concerns for message editing

Apple has just released the fourth developer beta of iOS 16, with some significant changes to curb potential abuse of its new message editing features.
T-Mobile smartphone.

T-Mobile’s 5G Ultra Capacity network has four times the coverage of Verizon and AT&T

A new Opensignal report has analyzed the user experience of premium 5G networks for the first time, showing the difference between 5G service levels.
Anker 747 Ganprime charger in black.

Anker’s next-gen GaN chargers offer more power in smaller packages

Anker has unveiled the next generation of Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology with powerful chargers that can keep up with even your most power-hungry devices.
Verizon store front displays the 5G network in NYC.

5G Nationwide vs. 5G Ultra Wideband: What’s different (and why you should care)

Verizon has settled on two broad terms to describe its 5G service: 5G Nationwide and 5G Ultra Wideband. But what exactly do these mean, and how did we get here?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G's camera module.

Are smartphone depth cameras pointless? Samsung might think so

A new report suggests Samsung may pull back on the number of cameras found in its midrange smartphones.