Apple’s AirTags are too good at tracking — that’s a problem

Apple's cheap and cheerful AirTags are also cheap and cheerful stalker tools, and the company hasn't done enough to fix that.

Apple         January 17, 2022

Apple iPhone SE 3 render leak shows off an iPhone XR revival

The first renders of what could be 2022's iPhone SE show off a design that should look very familiar to iPhone XR owners.

Apple         January 14, 2022

Samsung Galaxy S22 leaks paint a picture of a refined S21

Samsung's Galaxy S22 is expected to launch in early 2022, but early reports paint a picture of a phone that's more of an evolution than a revolution.

Android         January 13, 2022

Samsung’s Galaxy S22 and S21 FE might be launching within a month of each other

Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE and S22 are reportedly set to debut within a few weeks of each other at Samsung's first Unpacked events of 2022.

Android         January 13, 2022

Apple joins Google in allowing alternative app store payment systems in South Korea

Apple is finally opening up its App Store to third-party payment systems -- in South Korea.

Mobile         January 11, 2022

A new BlackBerry with a keyboard is still on the schedule for 2022

As the old BlackBerry brand shuts down, a rebranded BlackBerry phone is on the way with 5G and a physical keyboard in tow.

Android         January 7, 2022

Do yourself a favor and audit your terrible passwords this new year

We've seen the numbers, most of us have terrible and easy-to-guess passwords. Start off 2022 right by fixing that.

Mobile         December 29, 2021

Apple might drop support for the iPhone SE and iPhone 6S with arrival of iOS 16

Apple could be dropping support for some of its older iPhones with iOS 16. The company has boasted some of the longest support periods among smartphone makers.

Apple         December 21, 2021

Apple’s AirTags are being abused by car thieves and stalkers

Apple's AirTags' use of the Find My network is their greatest strength. But it's also opened the door to abuse by stalkers.

Apple         December 20, 2021

TikTok wants to tweak its algorithm to avoid problematic content

TikTok today planned changes to its algorithm and "For You" feed in the interest of avoiding clusters of negativity on users' phones.

Mobile         December 16, 2021

Are smartphone software update promises worth the paper they’re printed on?

From Google to Nokia, phone manufacturers promise years and years of software updates. But can you trust them?

Android         December 15, 2021

Apple scrubs most mentions of controversial CSAM features after iOS 15.2 update

Apple has dropped a controversial child safety feature from its iOS 15 plans after facing backlash over privacy concerns.

Apple         December 15, 2021

Apple finally makes it harder to stalk Android users with its new Tracker Detect app

Apple's new Tracker Detect app lets Android users detect AirTags on their person, but it's still not as good as the automatic scanning you'll find on iPhones.

Android         December 14, 2021

U.K. agency says Apple and Google are stifling user choice in their app stores

The U.K.'s Competition and Market Authority thinks Apple and Google are stifling mobile competition. Here's what that means.

Android         December 14, 2021

Xiaomi’s new Ultra 12 phone could have a huge camera bump

Early renders purporting to show the Xiaomi 12 Ultra give us our first look at what could be Xiaomi's largest camera bump yet.

Android         December 13, 2021

Oppo Find N renders show off Oppo’s first foldable from all angles

New leaks show off Oppo's upcoming answer to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 just a few days before it's supposed to launch.

Android         December 10, 2021

Instagram’s Playback takes on Spotify’s 2021 recap feature

Instagram joins Spotify with its own yearly recap feature, dubbed Playback. It's available through New Year's Eve.

Android         December 9, 2021

WhatsApp launches crypto-powered mobile payments in the U.S.

WhatsApp now offers a new payments feature in the U.S., allowing people to send and receive money to each other using cryptocurrency.

Android         December 9, 2021

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE could be supported longer than the S21 and S21 Ultra

Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE could be supported longer than the S21 and S21 Ultra if it launches with Android 12 as reported.

Android         December 8, 2021

You can now download the first Android 12L Beta on your Google Pixel

Google has released the first Beta for Android 12L, its tablet-optimized build of Android 12. Here's what's in it.

Android         December 8, 2021

Samsung’s Android 12 and One UI 4 update comes to the Galaxy Z Flip and Fold 3

Samsung continues its Android 12 and One UI 4 rollout, expanding it to the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Fold.

Android         December 6, 2021

WhatsApp upgrades its disappearing messages feature

WhatsApp expands its disappearing messages features on iOS and Android with new durations and defaults.

Android         December 6, 2021

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE could still cost you $700 when it launches in January

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is reported to be shipping with the same $700 starting price as last year's S20 FE. Is it too high?

Android         December 2, 2021

Samsung’s Galaxy A13 5G is its cheapest 5G phone yet at $250

For just $250, Samsung's new A13 5G will bring 90Hz, a triple-camera system, all-day battery life, and 5G support to your pocket.

Android         December 2, 2021

Nokia 9 PureView won’t get Android 11 after all; HMD offers a discount instead

The Nokia 9 PureView won't be getting Android 11, so HMD is offering a discount if you upgrade to the Nokia XR20.

Android         November 30, 2021

Target and Amazon confirm surprisingly cheap Pixel 6 price

A last burst of leaks before the Pixel 6 launch date reveals a surprisingly cheap entry as Google focuses on aggressive pricing.

Android         November 22, 2021

Apple will now let you fix your own iPhone in win for right-to-repair campaigners

Apple takes an unprecedented step as it makes manuals, parts, and tools available to iPhone owners who want to fix their own phones.

Apple         November 18, 2021

Google clears the air on disappointing Pixel 6 charging speeds

Google's Pixel 6 charges much slower than other Android phones. The company says it's to preserve battery life.

Android         November 18, 2021

Spotify finally adds real-time lyrics support to its mobile apps

You can now sing along with your favorite songs on Spotify with the company's new real-time lyrics feature.

Android         November 18, 2021

The Moto Watch 100 might skip out on Google’s Wear OS entirely for a custom OS

Motorola's next cheap smartwatch might not be running Wear OS after all as another smartwatch maker opts to go its own way.

Android         November 16, 2021

Google may be canceling Pixel Fold plans in face of Samsung’s market dominance

Google is reportedly no longer working on a foldable as Samsung dominates the market.

Android         November 15, 2021

Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch update improves fall detection, adds watch faces

Samsung's Galaxy Watches pick up new updates alongside the One UI rollout for the S21 series.

Android         November 15, 2021

Samsung’s Android 12 and One UI 4 rollout begins today with the S21

Following Google's Pixel phones, Android 12 is now available on the Samsung Galaxy S21 with Samsung's release of One UI 4.

Android         November 15, 2021

Three reasons Apple’s anti-sideloading rant misses the point

Apple Craig Federighi tackled sideloading at this week's Web Summit 2021 with a misleading rant. Here are three reasons he's wrong.

Android         November 13, 2021

Google One subscribers now have enhanced photo-editing tools on iPhones

Google has now added the formerly Android-exclusive Google Photos editing features to the iPhone for Google One subscribers.

Apple         November 12, 2021

Instagram will now pay creators $35,000 to use Reels in challenge to Tik-Tok

Instagram is paying people to share Reels on their platform, with some reporting offers as high as $35,000.

Mobile         November 12, 2021

Apple’s first attempt to delay third-party app store payments fails in court

Apple's attempt to delay support for third-party payment systems has run into a roadblock, with a federal court dismissing its request for a stay.

Apple         November 10, 2021

Apple makes another concession to developers, lets some link outside its app

Apple has satisfied a Japanese Fair Trade commission investigation by giving developers more leeway in linking outside the App Store.

Apple         November 10, 2021