Another phone maker is now promising seven years of updates

Software and security updates are the new displays, cameras, and batteries, as each phone maker looks for another way to differentiate its phones from the competition. The latest to join the crazy is Honor, who unveiled a new commitment to software and security updates during its AI strategy unveil today. Honor makes some of the […]

Mobile         March 2

I briefly tested the iPhone 16e camera and it surprised me

The iPhone 16e only has one camera, but it also offers 2x optical zoom. Is this good enough? The results of my first iPhone 16e camera test may surprise you.

Mobile         March 1

I started using the iPhone 16e and it’s better than I expected

I've just started using the iPhone 16e and I had fairly low expectations. It turns out, I was mistaken: I'm surprised at how good the iPhone 16e actually is.

Mobile         March 1

The Oppo Find N5 shows what Samsung must do with the Z Fold 7

There's a new folding phone in town, and it's the world's thinnest. Turns out, it's also almost perfect. Here's why, and what Samsung must do with the Z Fold 7.

Mobile         February 27

I love the Clicks iPhone keyboard, and it’s now coming to Android

Rejoice!! The best iPhone accessory has announced it's coming to Android. You can now buy Clicks for Android for these best phones, here's why I'm so excited!

Mobile         February 25

I tested the 7-core Snapdragon 8 Elite and 1 core makes a difference

The Snapdragon 8 Elite powers the best Android phones, but the new 7-core variant drops a performance core in favor of battery life. How much of a difference does it actually make though?

Mobile         February 24

How good is the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s new ultra-wide camera? I tested it to find out

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with an upgraded 50 MP ultra-wide camera, but is it a big upgrade? How does it compare to the competition? I tested it to find out.

Mobile         February 24

Amazfit Active 2 Review: the best $100 smartwatch you can buy

The Amazfit Active 2 has nearly all of the Apple Watch features but costs just $100. It's a premium-looking price that's an excellent buy, albeit with some caveats.

Mobile         February 24

Even Samsung and Apple can’t fix the mess that is Qi2 charging

Despite Apple and Samsung both being involved in its creation, Qi2-enabled devices are still few and far between. Here's why even Apple and Samsung can't help us out of this mess.

Mobile         February 23

I tracked my luggage with the AirTag and Galaxy Tag 2, this one wins

One of the best reasons to use an iPhone or other Apple product is the Find My network. Launched over a decade ago alongside iPhone OS 3, it has grown to become the best way to track the location of any of your Apple products. The growth of the iPhone and the Apple ecosystem as […]

Mobile         February 22

It’s time for Apple, Samsung and Google to solve the eSIM problem

The global approach to eSIMs is a huge mess, and it's time for it to be fixed. Here's why Apple, Samsung and Google need to work together to do this.

Mobile         February 21

I used the Oppo Find N5, here’s why it’s replacing my Galaxy Z Fold 6

After weeks of teases, the Oppo Find N5 is finally here. Having used it, here's why it's so good and it's replacing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for me.

Mobile         February 20

The iPhone 16e is crucial to the iPhone’s future, here’s why

It's not September but Apple has launched a new iPhone dubbed the iPhone 16e. Here's why it's crucial to the future of the iPhone.

Mobile         February 20

The Humane AI Pin was always destined to fail, here’s why

The Humane AI Pin — a standalone gadget that wanted to replace your phone but cost $699 and $24 per month — has now been killed. I'm not surprised, here's why.

Mobile         February 19

I tried roaming on Google Fi and T-Mobile, this is the best

I spent a month traveling and testing roaming speeds, quality and plans on Google Fi and T-Mobile US. This is what happened, which is faster and who I'd pick.

Mobile         February 18

I wore 3 smart rings and flew 10,000 miles, this is the best

What's the best smart ring? I picked the three best and flew 10,000 miles to see how they would handle the craziest travel schedule ever. Here's what I found!

Mobile         February 16

I tested the Galaxy S25 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro cameras, this one wins

Which $1,000 phone has the best camera? Should you buy the iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 Plus? I tested both to find out, here's which one wins.

Mobile         February 13

Is the Galaxy S25 Ultra zoom the best? I tested it and it’s close

Does the Galaxy S25 Ultra camera with its 100x space zoom have the best zoom on a smartphone in the US? I tested it and it's very close, here's what I found!

Mobile         February 12

I tested the Galaxy S25 Plus and Pixel 9 Pro cameras, it’s no contest

The Galaxy S25 Plus and Pixel 9 Pro both cost $1,000 but they have very different camera performance. I tested both and discovered that the winner is clear.

Mobile         February 12

This is why I love Circle to Search on the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S24 series introduced Circle to Search to Android phones, but the Galaxy S25 series makes it even better with this feature.

Mobile         February 11

I like the Galaxy S25 Ultra far more than I expected to

I thought the Galaxy S25 Ultra would prove to just be another iterative upgrade from Samsung, but I was wrong. Here's why I like it more than I expected to.

Mobile         February 8

This upcoming phone could be the best foldable this year

There's a new folding phone coming in a few weeks, and it is shaping up to be the best folding phone this year. Here's why it'll challenge Samsung and Google.

Mobile         February 7

Why AppleCare+ is essential for your iPhone, even as a subscription

Even though Apple is rumored to be switching AppleCare+ to a subscription-only model, I still think it's an essential part of owning an iPhone. Here's why.

Mobile         February 6

Phone cameras are so good, they’ve finally replaced my camera for work

After a decade of lugging a big camera around on my back, I decided that enough was enough. Here are the devices that enabled me to leave it at home for work!

Mobile         February 6

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus review: Built to last (but with a catch)

The Galaxy S25 Plus brings the best of the Galaxy S25 series in the perfect size. It's built to last but with several catches that may not appeal to you.

Mobile         February 6

I tested the Galaxy S25 Plus and OnePlus 13 cameras, this one wins

Despite smartphones like the , , and costing more, the $1,000 price point has still proven to be the ultimate fighting challenge of the smartphone industry. While some companies offer smartphones above this price, these are dubbed as ultra-premium flagship smartphones, and the flagship smartphone market is determined by the best that a company can […]

Mobile         February 6

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus screen protectors for your new phone

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus is the latest $1,000 smartphone from Samsung. If you've pre-ordered yours, here's a list of the best screen protectors to keep it safe.

Mobile         February 4

OnePlus is killing it, but it still needs to fix this problem with its phones

The OnePlus 13 has already set an impossible standard for Android phones this year, but this is the one thing that OnePlus still needs to solve with its phones.

Mobile         February 2

Every Samsung Galaxy S25 owner should buy this wireless charging case

If you're planning to use wireless charging with your Galaxy S25 Plus, here's why you need this official case that offers protection and adds magnets.

Mobile         January 31

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge shows what the Galaxy S25 series should have been

Samsung's new slim phone was partially announced alongside the Galaxy S25 series, but here's why the Galaxy S25 Edge is what the Galaxy S25 should have been.

Mobile         January 31

Hey Samsung — I wish you had copied this OnePlus 13 feature

The Galaxy S25 series are extremely polished phones, but a key competitor shows what they're missing. Here's the OnePlus 13 features Samsung should have copied.

Mobile         January 31

Samsung’s new vegan leather Galaxy S25 Ultra case is already my favorite

If you're looking for a case for the new Galaxy S25 Ultra, look no further: this is why I'm loving Samsung's new vegan leather Kindsuit case!

Mobile         January 30

This is the best Samsung Galaxy S25 color you should buy

Buying the Galaxy S25 series? The base and Plus come in seven colors, while the Ultra comes in seven other colors. Which should you buy? Here's the answer!

Mobile         January 29

The OnePlus 13 has already set an impossible standard for Android phones in 2025

I've used the OnePlus 13 for six weeks and after using many other new phones — including Galaxy S25 Ultra — this is why it's still my favorite Android phone.

Mobile         January 28