How to connect the Galaxy Note 10 or Note 10 Plus to your Windows PC or laptop

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus have a special Microsoft integration baked into the system settings that enables you to connect the phones straight to your Windows PC or laptop. You can even mirror your phone screen and control it via keyboard and mouse. Here's how to make it all work.

Android         January 12, 2022

How to remap the Bixby button on your Samsung device

Not a fan of Bixby? You can remap the dedicated button on select Samsung phones to launch another app or even Google Assistant. We show you how.

Android         December 10, 2021

Google Fi: Phones, plans, pricing, perks, and more explained

Google Fi works with both iPhones and Android devices and will help you save money on international roaming. Here's everything you should know about Google Fi.

Android         October 19, 2021

HTC’s U11 has the best smartphone implementation of Amazon’s Alexa

The first smartphone to utilize Amazon's Alexa voice assistant was the Huawei Mate 9. Now, Alexa is also available on HTC's U11.

Android         October 5, 2021

Yelp’s rewards program nets you up to 10% cash back at participating restaurants

Yelp's latest ploy to attract users is a cash-back program that rewards customers as well as local businesses.

News         October 5, 2021

Bragi’s new fully wireless earbuds blow away the competition on battery life

Bragi has announced a new pair of earbuds called The Headphone. It's a simple pair of Bluetooth-connected earbuds that have 6+ hours of battery life.

Audio / Video         October 5, 2021

Samsung’s Note 10 Plus 5G hits nearly 2Gbps on Verizon’s network

Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G is the same as the Galaxy Note 10 Plus, except it is 2 grams heavier and supports 5G. Oh, and it costs $200 more. To test the 5G connection, we took it for a spin in Providence, Rhode Island, where Verizon's 5G network is quite robust. Here are the speed test results.

Android         September 28, 2021

How to disable Bixby Home on Samsung Galaxy smartphones

Samsung's Bixby virtual assistant can be helpful, but Bixby Home, which sits on the left of the home screen, hardly offers any kind of value. If you're annoyed by its existence, and you already remapped the Bixby Key, here's how to disable Bixby Home to make your Galaxy smartphone less cluttered.

Android         August 12, 2021

The best ebook readers

For bookworms, an ebook reader can be an important part of life -- but which should you get? Here are the best ebook readers available. We've fully tested numerous ebook reader on the market to find out which offers the best value, the most features, and is the easiest to use.

Trash         June 14, 2021

Google Pixel USB-C earbuds review

Google’s follow-up to its wireless Pixel Buds are the wired Google Pixel USB-C earbuds. It’s the simpler route, but the earbuds are still smart (you can access Google Assistant) they deliver good sound, you can hear your notifications, and – best of all -- they’re affordable.

Android         June 8, 2021

Apple iPad Air review

Apple now has four types of iPads -- the budget iPad, the iPad Mini, the iPad Air, and the iPad Pro. The iPad Air is almost the same as the new iPad Mini, save for screen size. Professionals reluctant about the price of the highest-tier iPad Pro should consider the iPad Air.

Apple         June 8, 2021

iPhone XS Max review

The iPhone XS Max has a much improved camera, the powerful A12 Bionic processor, and Face ID, but should you get Apple's massive 6.5-inch iPhone? Or should you pick the iPhone XS, which is quite a bit smaller? For our review, we put the Max through its paces to find out.

Apple         June 8, 2021

Casio Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10 review

Casio’s WSD-F10 includes unique features like an altimeter, barometer, and compass, along with Android Wear, but do the outdoor features justify the $500 price?

Android         May 7, 2021

Every phone, TV, car, and streaming service LeEco announced at its first big U.S. event

LeEco held a launch event in San Francisco to unveil the LePro3 and LeEco S3 phones, four TVs, a streaming service, and its concept electric autonomous car.

Android         May 7, 2021

Inbox by Gmail gets Google Drive integration and at-a-glance bundled emails

The Inbox team has worked with Trello and GitHub to offer bundled emails with more information at a glance.

Android         May 7, 2021

Have Binge On? Want to make use of your full HD display? Now there’s a faster way

Previously you had to log on to T-Mobile's website to toggle Binge On, which lets you stream videos without it counting toward your data pool. Not anymore.

News         May 7, 2021

Everything you need to know about Apple’s AirPods

Apple's AirPods have been a popular fully wireless option for some time now. Here's everything you need to know.

Apple         May 7, 2021

Redesigned Messenger for Pokémon Go available after first version gets pulled

Messaging apps for the popular game Pokémon Go are on the rise. This particular one lets you chat with people nearby without having to leave the game.

News         May 7, 2021

Token’s smart ring is so helpful, it would make Tolkien jealous

Token is a smart ring that has a number of features, like making contactless payments, unlocking a car, storing account passwords, and more.

Features         March 15, 2021

The best smartphones

The best smartphones on the market pack style and processing power. Here are our favorites, from Samsung's Galaxy S10 to Apple's latest iPhone. If you're shopping for a new phone, then allow our guide to help you. We highlight picks for best overall, best camera, best battery life, and more.

Trash         March 10, 2021

iOS 11 camera guide

Apple's latest software update for the iPhone and iPad is here, and we take a look at how to use the new iOS 11 camera effects.

Guides         February 11, 2021

Everything you need to know about Google Daydream

Google Daydream is an Android-first mobile platform for virtual reality apps and games. Daydream View, Google's headset, is available now.

Android         January 27, 2021

How to change the Galaxy Note 10 power button so it doesn’t launch Bixby

Samsung's latest Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus have two buttons on the left side of the phone, which is one less than its previous devices. The power button has been replaced with a sleep/wake key that launches Bixby when you press and hold it. Here's how to change it to get a traditional power menu.

Android         January 18, 2021

How to transfer photos, videos, and more with Android Beam

Android Beam has been around since 2011, but few people know about it. Here's to use the feature to quickly transfer content between two Android devices.

Android         January 12, 2021

Cringe along as we turn ourselves into Samsung AR Emojis

Samsung lets you create AR Emojis -- animated emojis based on a selfie of you -- in the camera app of the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. We tested it out to see how it fares.

Android         January 11, 2021

Apple’s iOS turns 10, brings redesigned Maps and Music, lock screen improvements

Apple has unveiled its next major update: iOS 10. It brings a host of improvements, like redesigns to Apple Music, News, and Maps.

Apple         January 11, 2021

Vital Moto Mod and Livermorium Keyboard Moto Mod hands-on review

Motorola has introduced two new Moto Mods at CES. We take a look in our Vital Moto Mod and Livermorium Keyboard Moto Mod hands-on review.

Android         December 14, 2020

MediaTek’s Sensio module will let you track health data with your smartphone

MediaTek Sensio is a module that's embedded into a smartphone to track health data like ECG, PPG, heart rate, blood pressure, and more.

News         December 9, 2020

Even pets got in on the action at CES with these gadgets for furry friends

Who says pets can't use tech? Our favorites from CES range from a ball that can play with your dog to a temperature-controlled bed.

Products         December 9, 2020

Big, bold, and badass: Say goodbye to the Nexus 6

Check the Google Store lately? You won't find the Nexus 6 there. That's right, the company says the device is "unavailable for purchase" now.

Android         November 6, 2020

Google brings stock Calculator app to the Play Store, adds Android Wear support

The stock Android Calculator app is now available on the Google Play Store. Your device needs to be running Android 6.0 Marshmallow or higher to install it.

Android         November 4, 2020

Google will announce hardware on October 9, new Pixel phones expected

Save the date: Google will announce new hardware on October 9 in New York City. The date and venue are a change of pace considering the past two events took place on October 4 in San Francisco. Google is widely expected to announce the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, along with two Pixelbooks and a new Google Home.

Mobile         November 2, 2020

Samsung Gear S3 review

Samsung’s Gear S3 builds on previous Gear smartwatches incrementally, but Samsung Pay support means you can pay with your watch almost everywhere.

Mobile         October 30, 2020

iPad Mini review (2019)

Apple’s new iPad Mini has beastly performance, fluid iOS 12 software, and good battery life. It also looks like it came straight out of 2015, because the design hasn’t been changed. The market for small tablets has shrunk, so this is the best you can get if you’re eyeing a small tablet.

Apple         October 29, 2020