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#smartphone-features

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How to set up Routines on your Samsung Galaxy phone

Wearables

Is Samsung thinking of ditching the S Pen in future Galaxy S Ultras?

Wearables

The Galaxy S25 Ultra no longer comes with Bluetooth S Pen stylus - but Samsung has a pricey fix

Wearables

Samsung goes back to basics with the Galaxy S25 Ultra's stylus

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 promo and how-to videos are out

Gadgets

How to set up Routines on your Samsung Galaxy phone

Wearables

Is Samsung thinking of ditching the S Pen in future Galaxy S Ultras?

Wearables

The Galaxy S25 Ultra no longer comes with Bluetooth S Pen stylus - but Samsung has a pricey fix

Wearables

Samsung goes back to basics with the Galaxy S25 Ultra's stylus

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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE to have a flagship display

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 FE will incorporate a flexible OLED display, a significant upgrade over the S24 FE's display technology, aiming to distinguish it from the Galaxy A series.

Mobile UX

#pixel-9

fromFast Company

Gadgets

5 lesser-known Google Pixel phone tricks to make your life a little easier

Digital life

The barely-mentioned Pixel 9 wonder that's completely won me over

fromFast Company

Gadgets

5 lesser-known Google Pixel phone tricks to make your life a little easier

Digital life

The barely-mentioned Pixel 9 wonder that's completely won me over

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The Honor X70 to have a massive 8,300mAh battery with 80W charging

Upcoming Honor X70 features an impressive 8,300mAh battery and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset with MagicOS 9.

#midrange-smartphones

Mobile UX

This $200 Motorola phone performs like handsets that cost twice the price

Gadgets

This midrange OnePlus phone makes skipping flagship models easy - and it's on sale

Mobile UX

This $200 Motorola phone performs like handsets that cost twice the price

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This midrange OnePlus phone makes skipping flagship models easy - and it's on sale

4 weeks ago

EU label reveals Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7's battery endurance and IP rating

The EU now requires smartphone makers to include easy to read labels that indicate battery life and longevity, an IP rating, plus drop resistance and repairability scores for each new model.

Mobile UX

#google-pixel

Gadgets

How your Pixel phone can now help you shoot expert-level photos and video

Digital life

4 Pixel phone tricks every power user should know - including my favorite

Privacy technologies

4 Pixel phone tricks every user should know - including my favorite

Gadgets

22 new tricks for your Google Pixel Clock app

Google's Quick Phrases feature allows Pixel users to control Assistant more efficiently without the wake word.

The Alarm Sync feature connects alarms between Pixel devices for better management.

Persistent timers in the Pixel Clock enhance usability through easy access and customization.

Wearables

Why I may finally switch from Pixel to Samsung Galaxy this year - and it's Google's fault

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is increasingly appealing, overshadowing Google's innovation in the Pixel line.

Gadgets

How your Pixel phone can now help you shoot expert-level photos and video

Digital life

4 Pixel phone tricks every power user should know - including my favorite

Privacy technologies

4 Pixel phone tricks every user should know - including my favorite

Pixel phones offer advanced call screening and features such as Hold for Me and Call Notes, enhancing user convenience and reducing stress.

Gadgets

22 new tricks for your Google Pixel Clock app

Google's Quick Phrases feature allows Pixel users to control Assistant more efficiently without the wake word.

The Alarm Sync feature connects alarms between Pixel devices for better management.

Persistent timers in the Pixel Clock enhance usability through easy access and customization.

Wearables

Why I may finally switch from Pixel to Samsung Galaxy this year - and it's Google's fault

more#google-pixel

This tiny physical keyboard turned my foldable phone into a 'Blackberry' - and it works

The Clicks Keyboard enhances the texting experience of the Moto Razr, making it efficient and portable.

#motorola

Gadgets

I changed 8 settings on my Motorola phone to significantly improve the battery life

Gadgets

I found a budget Motorola with a better battery than smartphones twice the price

Gadgets

I changed 8 settings on my Motorola phone to significantly improve the battery life

Gadgets

I found a budget Motorola with a better battery than smartphones twice the price

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Fairphone 6 leaks ahead of launch

The Fairphone 6 is set to debut with a modular design, user-replaceable parts, and a variety of accessories, emphasizing sustainability and functionality.

Mobile UX

Verizon is offering a free iPhone 16 Pro Max - here's how you can get one

I would still argue that the iPhone 16 Pro Max is a great option to consider with this deal. I started using the phone myself in January, and the moment I picked it up, it took me back to my freshman year of high school when I received the iPhone 8 Plus Rose Gold.

Apple

Digital life

I tested Google's Veo 2 image-to-video generator on Android - here's my verdict

The Honor 400 is a groundbreaking phone with Google's Veo 2, transforming photos into videos, a significant advancement in AI technology for smartphones.

I changed 10 OnePlus phone settings to give it an instant performance boost

OnePlus's flagship phone offers high value with customizable features, competing effectively against more expensive models.

Key settings in OnePlus devices optimize user experience, making it easier to access features quickly.

fromMail Online

Simple phone hack that could save your life, according to a paramedic

If anything should happen to you, we need to know if there is anything we need to be aware of while we're helping you and treating you.

Digital life

Apple

Apple's big, next-gen CarPlay Ultra upgrade is here - if you drive these cars

Apple's CarPlay Ultra integrates iPhone functions deeply with car systems, offering a customizable in-car experience.

This hidden Pixel camera trick makes my photos absolutely pop - here's how

Display P3 is an important color space that enhances photography through a wider color gamut and accurate white balance, ensuring photos come alive with brilliant colors.

Photography

fromwww.nytimes.com

Time-Saving New iPhone and Android Features You Might Have Missed

iOS 18 introduces a customizable Control Center for better user interface management.

3 smart shortcuts for activating Do Not Disturb on Android

Google's recent design changes in Android 15 disrupt the simplicity of activating Do Not Disturb mode, leading to user frustration due to extra steps involved.

Gadgets

The OnePlus 13T will likely be the first model to ditch the Alert Slider in favor of a smart button

Li Jie, President of OnePlus China, shared this image and says that "the OnePlus 13T has been upgraded with a new shortcut key." It will support switching between Silent/Vibration/Ringing modes just like the slider, it will also offer easy access to other features. OnePlus has designed "a very interesting function" for the button, which will be revealed soon.

Mobile UX

Google's doing something weird with the Pixel 9a battery - but it might be for the best

Google's new Pixel 9a limits maximum battery voltage to improve longevity, helping users extend battery life while ensuring efficient performance through an automated system.

Gadgets

Apple

fromMail Online

iPhone 16e review: The best features of iPhone 16 at fraction of price

The iPhone 16e provides an excellent budget option retaining many features of the iPhone 16 at a lower price point.

Mobile UX

Here's how the dedicated physical button called Essential Key will work on Nothing Phone (3a) series

The Nothing Phone (3a) series launches on March 4, introducing an Essential Key for enhanced camera and AI features.

Gadgets

fromWIRED

Motorola's New Moto G Power Could Use a Bit More Power

The Moto G Power 2025 features an IP68/69 rating and two years of Android OS updates.

Mobile UX

Sony Xperia 10 VI receiving Android 15 update

The Xperia 10 VI has received its first major Android update to version 15.

This update includes significant new features and improvements over the previous version.

Samsung Galaxy S25 series has dormant satellite communication support

As it turns out, the three S25 series are the first phones to officially support Snapdragon Satellite which would allow users to send and receive messages via satellite over narrowband (NB) to non-terrestrial networks (NTN).

Mobile UX

fromTechCrunch

Samsung's Galaxy S25 arrives with a better Google Gemini | TechCrunch

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series with integrated Google AI updates to enhance productivity across devices.

Bluetooth LE Audio is coming to Galaxy S25 and Pixel 9 phones. Here's why it's a big deal

Galaxy S25 and Pixel 9 support Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio, improving audio sharing and power efficiency.

Google's Gemini will have access to Samsung's apps on the Galaxy S25

Google and Samsung are enhancing Galaxy S25 with AI integrations, primarily featuring Gemini for better usability in Samsung apps.

OnePlus 13R gets its first software update

OnePlus 13R software update improves camera features, connectivity, stability, and includes a December 2024 security patch.

8 months ago

Oppo brings Gemini and Circle to Search to ColorOS 15

Oppo ColorOS 15 integrates advanced AI features to enhance user experience and productivity, leveraging Google's technology.

10 months ago

iPhone 16 Pro hands-on: My 3 favorite things about this ridiculously overpowered supercomputer

The new Camera Control button enhances the iPhone's photography capabilities by providing quick access to camera functions and settings, reflecting Apple's focus on user experience.

Apple

How to preorder the new Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold (and the best deals)

Google unveiled Pixel 9 lineup with advanced features, Tensor G4 chip, 24-hour battery life, and extensive software updates.

The Pixel 8 Pro has hit an all-time low ahead of Google's next hardware event

The Pixel 8 Pro is currently on sale with premium specs at an all-time low price of $699.