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T-Mobile and Sprint are officially one brand: here's everything you need to know

August 2 marks the beginning of the unification process between the T-Mobile and Sprint brands, although that doesn't mean the latter name is dead. Here's why.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Unpacked event: what devices to expect and how to watch it

Samsung will hold the richest August of product launches ever with no less than five device announcements besides the Note 20 series, check out how to watch the summer Unpacked event.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ shows up on Geekbench running Android 11

Samsung is working hard to bring Android 11 to Galaxy phones and Geekbench 5 results show improved performance with the new software.

Check out the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition 5G

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition) 5G has leaked out for the first time. The smartphone is expected to land powered by the Snapdragon 865 later this year with a retail price of $799.

The best iPhone fast chargers in 2020

Smartphones are extremely powerful and capable nowadays, but there is one critical link that can turn a fantastic device into a nuisance...

Trump gives Microsoft the green light to bid for TikTok

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella spoke on Sunday with President Donald Trump and Microsoft has continued talking with ByteDance in an attempt to purchase short-form video app TikTok.

Man creates the Surface Duo using his 3D printer

A gentleman is so eager for the unveiling of the dual-screened Microsoft Surface Duo that he used his 3D printer to create a 3D version of the device down to the revolutionary hinge.

Leaked AT&T Galaxy Note 20 promo is further proof of massive differences between the two models

AT&T's promo for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has surfaced.

If history repeats itself, Apple's new 5nm chip will outperform Huawei's new 5nm silicon

According to a tipster in China, Huawei's Kirin 1020 chip is larger and more expensive to produce than Apple's A14 Bionic chipset. Both are manufactured by TSMC using the foundry's 5nm process.

updated TikTok parent comes up with a plan to save the app in the U.S.; Pompeo comments on Sunday

According to a report from Reuters, TikTok parent ByeDance is going to divest the U.S. operations of its short-form video app TikTok. Softwaregiant Microsoft plans to take over operations.

Hidden code reveals possible new camera features for the Pixel line

Hidden code found in Google Camera app version 7.5 indicates that Google might add new features for Pixel handsets including Audio Zoom, Flash Intensity, and more.

5G was a key selling point in the high-end category in a market where 5G connectivity is unheard of

5G smartphones are already a hit in the ultra-premium category in India.

popular updated Google Pixel 5G lineup leaks: Pixel 5 coming this fall with $499 Pixel 4a 5G

The Google Pixel 4a 5G will allegedly launch this fall alongside the flagship Pixel 5 for only $499 in the United States. The 5G device is expected to feature two cameras and the Snapdragon 765G chipset.

popular Two more OnePlus Nord phones are on the way: Billie 1 & Billie 2

Two more OnePlus Nord smartphones are reportedly on the way. They are codenamed Billie 1 and Billie 2, and could launch in the US later this year alongside the OnePlus 8T series.

Update to Netflix allows Android users to speed up or slow down streaming content

Starting today, Netflix began rolling out a new feature that allows Android users to speed up or slow down streaming Netflix content to as slow as .50x and as fast as 1.50x.

App brings iOS 14, Android 11 rear tapping gesture to other Android phones

Tap, Tap will allow the owners of non Pixel Android phones to double-tap the rear panel to handle preset tasks. The feature is coming to iPhone units in iOS 14 and Pixel 3 and up Android handsets in Android 11.

Learn about Google's secret Pixel Superfan club

Google has a secret Pixel Superfan club that allows fans of the device to get together (virtually for now). Members receive occasional gifts and learn about upcoming features and products.

featured Google Pixel 4a detailed in full before launch: specs, cameras, price, availability

The Google Pixel 4a has been detailed in full only two days before its debut. Everything from the specs and camera to price and availability plans have now been revealed.

featured updated Insane Motorola Razr (2020) 5G leak reveals design for the first time

The Motorola Razr (2020) 5G has leaked out for the first time. It features a display coupled with thinner bezels and a smaller chin. The external display also seems a little bigger.

featured updated Trump says that he will ban TikTok on Saturday; president rejects Microsoft's interest in the app

President Donald Trump said Friday night that he will ban short-form video app TikTok on Saturday. The app is owned by a Chinese-based firm amd the president has rejected Microsoft's rumored interest in buying TikTok.

Alleged Huawei Mate 40 Pro 5G screen protector confirms a waterfall display for the upcoming flagship

A leaked photo of a screen protector for the upcoming Huawei Mate 40 Pro reveals that the flagship model will sport a waterfall display on both the left and right sides of the phone.

Case maker posts Pixel 4a image and... the game is on!

Case maker Spigen has posted an image of the Pixel 4a and it looks remarkable!

DEAL This new Samsung Galaxy phone is free if you join T-Mobile

For a limited period of time, T-Mobile lets you get one of Samsung's newest Android phones for free in certain conditions.

U.S. based tech giant considers buying TikTok for as much as $100 billion

There is speculation today that Microsoft is going to make a play for short-form video app TikTok which is valued between $50 billion and $100 billion dollars. U.S. President Donald Trump also spoke today about forcing TikTok's owner to sell the unit.

T-Mobile is not spreading the 5G love as fast as expected, but the pace should pick up soon

T-Mobile is struggling a little to expand and improve its 5G network after the long overdue Sprint merger completion, but a lot of additional rollouts are expected by the end of the year.

AOSP confirms the existence of Pixel 5a, also reveals Pixel 4a 5G will not ship before September

Google might be a little late this year, but it has already started working on its 2021 budget phone.

Samsung might stop selling the Galaxy Note 10 as soon as the Note 20 comes out

Per a new rumor, Samsung is thinking about taking the Galaxy S10, Note 10, Galaxy Fold, and Z Flip LTE off the market.

DEAL Еxpired Snag a brand-new, unlocked LG V50 5G for $360, no strings attached

An eBay deal brings last year's LG V50 ThinQ to an incredible price.

Did Samsung just drop a hint that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 will be more expensive than the OG Fold?

The original Galaxy Fold is now available in two more colors for $1,980, which makes us wonder if the new version will be costlier?

These two iPhone models helped Apple ship an estimated 39.9 million units from April through June

Apple grew its iPhone deliveries by 13.1% during the fiscal third quarter to 39.9 million units. The company owned 14% of the global smartphone market during the period running from April through June.

Oppo Watch goes global with Wear OS, 30-hour battery life, much more

The Oppo Watch has been announced with a rectangular AMOLED display, up to 30 hours of battery life, and Wear OS by Google. The smartwatch incorporates a range of health and fitness features too such as sleep tracking and heart rate monitoring.

DEAL Best Buy has the unlocked Samsung Galaxy A71 5G on sale at a discount right off the bat

The upper mid-range Samsung Galaxy A71 5G is finally available in an unlocked variant in the US, and you can even get the handset at a nice discount from Best Buy already.

U.S. Cellular ramps up its 5G rollout efforts, taking a page from T-Mobile's book

U.S. Cellular is looking to make some real 5G waves at last, expanding its fledgling low-band network to 11 new states before it can deploy significantly faster mid and high-band technology.

featured One of the biggest new Apple Watch Series 6 features is essentially confirmed now

They say there's no smoke without fire, and there's a great deal of smoke surrounding the possible addition of a blood oxygen sensor to the Apple Watch Series 6.

OnePlus Nord is plagued with display tinting issues

Like the OnePlus 8 Pro, the new device is also prone to display tinting but the issues seems to be more serious this time around.

The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G cameras may trickle down to future A series phones, tips Samsung

Check out the great things that Samsung is planning for its midrange A line of camera-centric phones.

DEAL Еxpired Some of the best Anker charging accessories are on sale at crazy low prices on Amazon

Amazon has a bunch of different Anker chargers, including power banks, bricks, and even a solar charger, for both iPhones and Android handsets on sale at killer prices for 24 hours only.

Google Pixel 4a rumor round-up: Release date, price, specs, camera rumors

The Google Pixel 4a has leaked a lot, but we finally know when it's getting unveiled - August 3.

Leaked Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G Exynos benchmarks point to big rift with the US version

Were the rumors for an improved Exynos 990 chipset in the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra premature? The latest benchmarks indicate so.

Oppo Reno4 Pro review

Oppo is the next far-eastern rising star on the mobile horizon and the goal is obviously to catch up with Huawei and Xiaomi. Oppo is doing this by trying to push innovations like periscope cameras, in-display fingerprint scanners, and, of course, Super VOOC fast charging in its phones. This technology alone is enough to wow many people and rightfully so. The Oppo Reno4 Pro takes the fast charging game to new levels, offering a full charge of its 4000 mAh battery in just 43 minutes.