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Diablo Immortal on Pixel 6a.

The Pixel 6a should be an amazing $450 gaming phone, but it isn’t

The Pixel 6a delivers a lot for $450, including a flagship-graded Tensor chipset. But is it any good for gaming? We decided to find out.
Someone outside holding the Pixel 6a. We see the back of the phone.

Common Google Pixel 6a problems and how to fix them

If your brand new Google Pixel 6a is troubling you with fingerprint sensing, heating, or battery drain, you're not alone. Here are a few steps to fix things.
Huawei Nova 10 Pro.

Huawei’s Nova 10 smartphones offer a freakishly huge selfie camera

Huawei's latest Nova 10 series mid-rangers offer a 60MP selfie camera capable of 4K video capture and up to 100W fast charging, but no 5G connectivity.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G colors

Samsung’s Galaxy A23 5G packs a 120Hz display and a huge battery for $300

Samsung's latest budget phone for the U. S. market is the Galaxy A23 5G, and from the looks of it, this $300 phone needs be on the radar of smartphone shoppers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 with CoverScreen OS and Maps

Don’t like the Galaxy Z Flip 4’s cover screen? This app supercharges it

Samsung's enhancements to the cover display on Galaxy Z Flip 4 are a welcome change, but not enough. CoverScreen OS takes it to a whole new level, with caveats.
An iPad using Stage Manager in iPadOS 16.

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 is delayed because it’s a hot mess in beta

Apple confirmed that iPadOS 16 is delayed and it will directly jump to v16.1 for its public release. However, it will only arrive after iOS 16 is released.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 sitting upright on a bench.

How many folds can the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 survive?

Samsung's latest clamshell foldable is the Galaxy Z Flip 4. If you're curious how many folds it can survive, well, it should be good for at least half a decade.
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 duo pops up on video, gives a close look at the size difference

Ahead of a fall debut, alleged prototype units of the Pixel 7 and its Pro version have appeared on video. This time, the vanilla model is noticeably smaller.
The rear side of an iPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 could arrive on September 7

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a September 7 event to introduce the iPhone 14, and is said to have locked in September 16 to kick off retail availability.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4.

The Galaxy Z Flip 4’s best trick is hiding in plain sight

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is as good a clamshell foldable phone can get. But one of its most underrated features is the ability to play with its looks.
Official artwork of Android 13

Android 13 is here, and you can download it on your Pixel phone right now

The stable version of Android 13 is finally here, with Google's Pixel phones getting it first starting today. Google has also pushed it to the AOSP channel.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

The Galaxy Watch 5 doesn’t fix my biggest problem with Samsung wearables

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 looks like a compelling smartwatch with some neat tricks, but it is still tied to a frustrating wireless charging restriction.
Amazon acquires iRobot

Will Amazon’s iRobot purchase turn your Roomba into a spy?

Amazon's acquisition of iRobot, the maker of Roomba, is a window into a future where one corporation has way too much information about your personal life.
Fitbit Versa 3

Fitbit leak reveals the upcoming Sense 2, Inspire 3, and Versa 4

Fitbit's next slate of smartwatches — the Sense 2 and Versa 4 — have leaked in the form of renders revealing a familiar design, alongside the Inspire 3 band.
OnePlus 10T with OnePlus 10 Pro Alert Slider.

The OnePlus 10 Pro is now $799 — and a great reason to avoid the 10T

As of August 3, the OnePlus 10 Pro now costs just $799 in North America. It's a great standalone deal, and a solid excuse to totally ignore the OnePlus 10T.
samsung repair mode phones safeguard personal data

Samsung’s new ‘Repair Mode’ is like a valet when your phone’s being repaired

Samsung is adding a new tool to its phones called Repair Mode. It locks all sensitive data like photos, message, and accounts when you send a phone for repair.
Motorola X30 Pro official render

This is the Moto X30 Pro, Motorola’s 200MP smartphone camera beast

Motorola has finally shared the first glimpse of the X30 Pro flagship, which is going to make an official debut on August 2 packing a 200-megapixel camera.
Charging Galaxy Watch 4 with Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Galaxy Watch 4’s best charging trick is also Samsung’s worst ecosystem problem

Being able to charge your Samsung Galaxy smartwatch with a smartphone is quite convenient. But that perk comes with its own generous set of pesky caveats.
new workspace updates for android tablets.

Google Drive, Docs, and other apps are getting way better on Android tablets

Google is adding some neat productivity features for its apps on Android tablets — including drag-and-drop, multi-window support for Drive, and more.
A product render of the OnePlus 10T, showing it in green and black colors

OnePlus 10T skips the alert slider and Hasselblad camera

OnePlus 10T is all set to make its debut early next month, but it will do so without the iconic alert slider and the Hasselblad branding in tow.
Launch poster for Moto Razr 202

Motorola Razr 2022 will try for foldable glory again on August 2

Motorola will introduce the world to its next clamshell foldable phone, the Razr 2022, on August 2. And this time, Motorola looks ready to rival Samsung.
Instagram turning all your videos into Reels

Instagram continues its TikTok makeover, will convert all videos to Reels

In the coming weeks, all videos under 15 minutes posted by a public account will turn into a Reel, open to viewing by everyone in the world and getting remixed.
Settings menu on the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic.

6 hidden Galaxy Watch 4 features you need to enable right now

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 offers a truckload of features, and these six tips will help make your life easier in meaningful ways.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Flip 3 together, showing their partially folded displays.

Samsung’s foldable shipments near 10 million, and it’s not because of the Z Fold

Samsung claims to have sold 10 million foldable phones so far, with the clamshell Flip line accounting for nearly 70% share of that achievement. Here's what lies ahead.
Galaxy Z Flip 3 open with charge port.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 reveal all but confirmed for August 10

As per leaker Evan Blass, Samsung has earmarked August 10 for an event that will see the introduction of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, and the Galaxy Watch 5.
Injustice 2 on the poco F4 5G

I used a phone with a two-year-old Qualcomm chip, and it blew me away

Qualcomm is recycling its old flagship chips for new phones in 2022. It may sound suspicious, but the final result is a surprisingly good smartphone experience.
Moto Razr 2022 official teaser.

Motorola teases Razr 2022 foldable rocking a modern design

Motorola has dropped the first official teaser of its upcoming clamshell foldable, the Razr 2022, rocking a larger cover display and a chin-less design.
The iPad Pro on a desk next to a stylus and AirPods.

2024 iPad with OLED screen will come with two big upgrades

Apple is already testing iPad prototypes with an OLED display made using the dry etching process, which also tones down the heft and bulk of display component.
An Uber sticker is visible in the window of a car.

The 5 most disturbing Uber Files revelations you need to know

The Uber Files leak uncovers a worrying reports of violence, obstruction of justice, and more. Here are the 5 biggest things to know.
apple watch touch id fingerprint sensor patent smartwatch ipad

Touch ID might soon come to an Apple device you least expect

A patent application filed by Apple imagines putting a fingerprint sensor inside a smartwatch's power button, behind the digital crown, or beneath the screen.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro leaked render

New Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 leaks show design regression

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 5 and its Pro variant have been leaked in all their glory. The design is familiar, but there is one questionable change.
Asus ROG Phone 6 game enhancements

Smartphone gaming modes are fun, flashy, and horribly unhelpful

Smartphone makers sing the praises of game modes on their phones, but these tricks don't really improve the gaming experience as you'd expect.
Apple Watch Series 7 Water exposure

Leak of rugged Apple Watch teases massive display and battery upgrades

New details on Apple's rugged Apple Watch are here. It's tipped to have a huge display, better battery life, and a steep price.
iphone falling in a puddle

New Apple patent dreams of iPhones working just fine underwater

Rainfall or being underwater usually causes your iPhone's display to go haywire. But a new Apple patent might solve that.