Master your Moto E5 Plus and E5 Play with these handy tips and tricks
The Moto E5 Plus and Moto E5 Play are Motorola's latest budget phones. Both phones offer capable hardware with a near stock version of Android. Whether you're new to Moto phones or just upgrading, there are lots of special features to explore. Here are our favorite Moto E5 Plus and E5 Play tips and tricks.
Vitamix recalls 100,000 blender containers after multiple ‘lacerations’
You might want to ease up on the smoothies and the margaritas after kitchen giant Vitamix voluntarily recalled more than 100,000 blender containers after nearly a dozen customers reported multiple accidents, including lacerations. The company has already produced a repair kit and is contacting customers.
Got Verizon Unlimited? Get six months of Apple Music for free
Verizon's new offer stands to benefit both Apple Music and its own subscribers, as the one-of-a-kind offer appears compelling to both existing and potential new subscribers. The offer will be valid to both existing and new Verizon Unlimited subscribers and will become available on August 16.
Master your Sony Xperia XZ2 with these handy tips and tricks
Samsung and Apple tend to be the first two brands you think of when it comes to smartphones, but there are plenty of other excellent phones options. Sony just released a trio of Xperia XZ2 smartphones with hardware that can rival both. Here are a few of our favorite Xperia XZ2 tips and tricks.
Motorola’s P30 looks like every other iPhone X-clone we don’t want
Motorola may be planning to launch a new series of smartphones called the P30, P30 Note, and P30 Play. Leaked photos show the P30 has a similar design to the iPhone X, complete with a screen notch. It may not be long before all three phones are officially announced, so here's what you need to know.
Third-party call recording apps no longer work with Android 9.0 Pie
If you're one of the lucky few that have Android 9.0 Pie on your phone, you may still be getting used to all of the new updates and features on your phone. For those who frequently use third-party call recording apps, however, you may notice something different: These apps no longer work on your phone.Â
Nokia 3.1 review
2018 has been a busy year for HMD. At Mobile World Congress, the company launched not one, but six new Nokia smartphones, and some of them have slowly been making their way over to the U.S. We try out one of its latest budget offerings, the Nokia 3.1, to see how it compares to the competition.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. BlackBerry Key2: Productivity powerhouse punch-out
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is all about productivity. From its Bluetooth-enabled S Pen to its newly integrated DeX Mode, the Note 9 offers lots of ways to get work done. But how does the Galaxy Note 9 compare to the recently released BlackBerry Key2? We put the two smartphones head to head to find out.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. Pixel 2 XL: Flagship face-off
Samsung announced its newest flagship, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, in early August. It packs stunning specs along with an all-new S Pen, making it easier than ever to stay productive on the go. But how does the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 compare to Google's Pixel 2 XL? We put the two phones to the test to find out.
Common OnePlus 6 problems, and how to fix them
Style, performance, and more at a compelling price makes the OnePlus 6 an attractive flagship, but not everyone is sailing happily into the sunset. We've been digging around to uncover the most common OnePlus 6 problems and see if we can find ways to get around them or, where possible, solve them.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 vs. iPad Pro: Which high-end tablet takes the crown?
For the past few years, the iPad Pro has been the default choice for anyone who wants a high-end tablet. Samsung wants to get in on the action. The company unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4, which is a productivity machine thanks to the DeX interface. Here's how it compares to the iPad Pro.
New Google Maps update is rolling out with location-based recommendations
Google showed off a new version of Maps at Google I/O 2018, and now that redesign is finally rolling out. The new version of Maps brings with it a number of great features, including personalized recommendations based on your location history, and a "For you" tab that shows you new restaurants.
Samsung drops lots of hints about upcoming Note 9 in trio of teaser videos
With just weeks until the Unpacked event in Brooklyn, Samsung is making a splash with its new series of Samsung Galaxy Note 9 teaser videos. The company is releasing a series of three videos highlighting a few ways the upcoming Galaxy Note 9 will relieve common problems every smartphone user has experienced.
Nomad creates a wireless charging pad just for the Tesla Model 3
Nomad, the luxury mobile accessory company, created a wireless charging pad that fits perfectly within the Tesla Model 3's charging station.It uses power from two USB ports, as well as a 6,000mAh battery, to power its dual charging coils. It's currently available for pre-order but should begin shipping in September.
Qualcomm releases new antennas that will make 5G phones a reality in 2019
The race to 5G is slowly but surely proceeding. Qualcomm has announced its first 5G antennas. The antennas will be paired with the forthcoming Snapdragon X50 5G modem in upcoming 5G phones for 2019. The tech giant has sent samples of the antennas to handset manufacturers to use in upcoming 5G phones.
Samsung mocks iPhone X download speed in new ad for Galaxy S9
Pretty much since the launch of the first Galaxy smartphone, Samsung has been taking time out to poke fun at Apple and its devotees. Its latest ad takes place in what is clearly supposed to be an Apple Store, and highlights a recent test that showed the Galaxy S9 to have faster downloads speeds than the iPhone X.
Motorola announces Android Go edition of the E5 Play
Just weeks after Motorola released its newest line of Moto E-series handsets, the tech giant is back with an international version of its Moto E5 Play. The new Moto E5 Play will ship with Android Go, a lightweight OS for budget phones. The Android Go edition of the E5 Play will be available in Europe and Latin America.
The most common iOS 11 problems, and how to fix them
Even the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system still has flaws. Here are some commonly reported iOS 11 problems and ways to fix them. We cover all sorts of issues, bugs, and glitches from apps freezing to iPhones overheating to Touch ID not working. If you have a problem try one of our fixes.
Appy birthday: A brief history of the App Store’s first 10 years
It's been a decade since Apple's App Store changed the way we use tech. Over the past decade we've seen plenty of changes, from the birth of the freemium app to the completely revamped App Store in iOS 11. And let's not forget the App Store on Mac OS, Watch OS , and even TV OS. Here's a brief history of the App Store.
Google Phone app will feature direct-to-voicemail spam filtering
Google wants to end unwanted calls once and for all with its latest update. The latest beta of Google Phone, the dialer app for Google Pixel and Google Nexus handsets, allows you to automatically send unwanted spam and scam calls to voice mail. The update comes just weeks before the Android P release.
How to take perfect Portrait Mode selfies with an iPhone X
This year's iPhone X update features its best camera yet with a Portrait Mode selfie feature using the same technology that powers Face ID.
Battle of the budget phones: Moto G6 vs. Nokia 6.1 camera shootout
2018 may become known as the year of the budget phone. This year a crop of gorgeous, capable, and inexpensive smartphones have made their way to store shelves. We put two of our favorite budget babes, the Nokia 6.1 and Moto G6, to the test to see which comes out on top in our camera shootout.
Moto E5 Plus review
The Moto E5 Plus features a refined design, larger display, updated processor, and the same absolutely enormous 5,000mAh battery. Are the new features to justify it nearly $300 price tag on Sprint? The Moto E5 Supra -- the same phone -- costs $180 on Cricket Wireless. Here’s our Moto E5 Plus review.
Goodbye to Hello, Moves, and tbh: Facebook is closing three mobile apps
Facebook is closing down three mobile apps due to low usage. The three apps that will shutter: Moves, Hello, and tbh are ones Facebook has acquired or launched in the last four years that never managed to gain a huge following. Facebook plans to close the apps and remove user data within 90 days.
Xfinity Mobile will throttle streaming resolution to 480p, hot spots at 3G
Xfinity Mobile announced it is changing its default streaming resolution to 480p and capping hot spot speeds at 3G for its unlimited plan. The changes will only apply to cellular data, an important distinction since Xfinity Mobile customers have access to a huge network of Wi-Fi hot spots.