Some Samsung Galaxy S8, S8 Plus owners are randomly missing text messages

A growing number of Samsung Galaxy S8 owners report missing random text messages, but it could be a software bug.

Android         October 11, 2017

Android Wear 2.0 watches can be updated via the Google Play Store

Android Wear 2.0, the newest version of Android Wear, supports updates via the Play Store. In theory, that means faster bug fixes.

Android         October 11, 2017

Pixel 2 XL vs. Galaxy Note 8: One phablet to rule them all

Google's Pixel 2 XL is a powerful smartphone with an impressive camera. But how does it fare against Samsung's Galaxy Note 8?

Android         October 10, 2017

Google Pixel vs. Pixel 2: What difference does a year make?

Google's new Pixel 2 is a cutting-edge phone at a compelling price point. But how does it stack up to last year's Pixel?

Android         October 6, 2017

Replacing your phone? Here’s how the Google Store trade-in program works

In the market for a new Pixel or Pixel XL? The Google Store trade-in program can save you money. Here's everything you need to know.

Android         October 5, 2017

‘Made for Google’ program could guarantee your next accessory isn’t a dud

Google's 'Made for Google' accessories program could highlight quality accessories for the company's smartphones, Chromebooks, and more.

Android         October 3, 2017

Google kicks off the Android Wear beta program with Android 8.0 Oreo

Google's launched a beta program for Android 8.0 Oreo for Android Wear. It's available now for the LG Watch Sport.

Android         October 3, 2017

The FBI paid an undisclosed amount to unlock the San Bernardino shooter’s iPhone

The FBI isn't regally required to volunteer information about an exploit that allowed it to crack the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone 5c.

Apple         October 2, 2017

Twitter looks at expanding 140-character limit to encourage ‘expression’

Twitter, the social network know for its infamous 140-character limit on posts, is testing a 280-character limit among groups of users.

News         October 1, 2017

HTC's Green is Good sale slashes prices on the HTC U11, HTC U Ultra, and more

HTC's second annual Green is Good sale has steep discounts in store starting October 2 until October 8, starting with the HTC U11.

Android         September 30, 2017

Tired of lugging your wallet around? Try the Timex Fairfield Contactless

Timex's Fairfield Contactless looks like an ordinary watch from the outside, but thanks to Barclaycard's bPay technology, it has tap and pay.

News         September 29, 2017

LG V30 vs. Galaxy Note 8: Can LG’s contender beat Samsung’s phablet king?

The LG V30 boasts powerful hardware, but so does Samsung's Galaxy Note 8. See how they compare in our LG V30 vs. Galaxy Note 8 comparison.

Android         September 29, 2017

Google may be preparing a tabletop Echo Show competitor, code-named Manhattan

Google's Manhattan project, a smart home speaker with a built-in screen, will reportedly launch by the end of 2017.

Smart Home News         September 29, 2017

Roli’s new Lightpad Block M is a light-up synthesizer that fits in your pocket

Roli's Lightpad Block M is the evolution of last year's Lightpad Block, a touch-sensitive portable synthesizer control unit for smartphones.

News         September 28, 2017

The DuraXV LTE is a sturdy flip phone bound for Verizon’s airwaves

Kyocera's DuraXV LTE is the perfect basic phone for 4G LTE speed junkies on a Verizon plan. It starts at $264 off contract.

Android         September 28, 2017

Chat in the air: Delta rolls out free in-flight messaging

Delta is waiting fees on in-flight mobile messaging. Starting October 1, passengers can text via iMessage, WhatsApp, and other apps for free.

Business         September 28, 2017

New Truecaller iMessage filtering feature blocks spam in iOS 11

Truecaller, one of the world's most popular spam-blocking apps, now filters unwanted messages from Apple iMessage.

News         September 26, 2017

The Verizon Wear24 Android Wear smartwatch has been discontinued

Verizon has discontinued sales of the Wear24, its Android Wear-powered answer to the LG Watch Sport and Huawei Watch.

Android         September 25, 2017

Amazon might release Alexa-powered glasses and an Echo Protect camera this year

Amazon is reportedly developing Alexa-enabled AR glasses and a smart security camera called the Echo Protect, according to a report.

Smart Home News         September 22, 2017

Gmail now automatically recognizes addresses, links, and more

Tired of copying and pasting text from emails? Good news: Google's updating Gmail and Inbox to recognize phone numbers, addresses, and more.

Android         September 22, 2017

Here are OnePlus 5 tips and tricks to help you master the OxygenOS

Wondering how to make the most of your OnePlus 5? Check out our list of handy OnePlus 5 tips and tricks to get started.

Android         September 21, 2017

T-Mobile won't throttle One users until they exceed 50GB in a billing cycle

T-Mobile is raising the threshold at which it throttles the network's heaviest users. Starting September 20, it will be 50GB instead of 32GB.

Android         September 19, 2017

Pi can charge multiple iPhones wirelessly from a short distance

Pi, a charger engineered by a team of MIT graduates, uses electromagnetic fields to power iPhones, Android phones, and more over the air.

Android         September 19, 2017

Anki's AI-powered Cozmo now requires you to play with it regularly

Anki's Cozmo, the endearing little AI-powered robot, is getting needier. An app update requires you to play with and feed it regularly.

News         September 18, 2017

Spotify and Waze partner to bring music to your ride on iOS

Navigation app Waze is teaming up with Spotify to bring tunes to your ride. New in-app tools will make it easier to pull up your playlist.

Mobile         September 18, 2017

YouTube’s updated app brings HDR to select Samsung, LG, and Sony smartphones

Looking for HDR content to watch on your shiny new Galaxy or G6? Check out the newly updated YouTube app, which adds support for mobile HDR.

Audio / Video         September 11, 2017

T-Mobile is faster than Sprint, Verizon, and AT&T, according to Oookla Speedtest

T-Mobile came first in the newest Ookla Speedtest report, besting AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon. But the U.S. as a whole saw speeds decline.

Android         September 7, 2017

Levi’s Virtual Stylist helps you slip into the jeans of your dreams

Levi's new Virtual Stylist chatbot is tailor-made to help you find your dream jeans, and it's one of the first of its kind on the web.

Mobile         August 31, 2017

iPhone Base brings Osmo’s augmented reality games to the iPhone

Osmo, the augmented reality platform from Tangible Play, is coming to the Apple masses with the new iPhone Base for iOS.

Apple         August 31, 2017

These Fossil Group watches are among the most stylish Android Wear wearables yet

Fossil Group, the fashion empire whose brands include Michele and Micheal Kors, announced new Android Wear-powered watches at IFA 2017.

Android         August 30, 2017

MediaTek's new chips support dual cameras and SIMs, are bound for mid-range phones

MediaTek, one of the world's largest chip designers, is launching two new processors bound for cheap smartphones: The Helio P23 and the P30.

Android         August 29, 2017

Giphy’s new view counts show just how popular GIFs are

Giphy, one of the world's largest GIF-sharing platforms, is rolling out public view counts across its library of animated images.

News         August 28, 2017

Fitbit takes on Apple and Google with the Ionic smartwatch

The upcoming smartwatch from Fitbit boasts GPS, heart-rate monitoring, music streaming, and more — and it'll be available in October.

Health & Fitness         August 28, 2017

NordVPN’s Android app gets around China’s VPN ban

NordVPN, a virtual private network provider, has updated its Android app to help users in China circumvent the country's VPN ban.

Android         August 28, 2017