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Port over your number and score one of nine free phones from Cricket (other conditions may apply)

Cricket has a deal that can land you one of nine free smartphones. Or you can score a discounted 5G handset or save money on the purchase of the Apple iPhone SE.

1 min ago, by Alan Friedman, 0 comments

Cryptic teaser sets Nokia tablet launch for October 6 with 'everything you'd expect'

"Everything you'd expect from a Nokia phone" is coming to the first Nokia tablet in a long time next week.

40 min ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

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Incipio launches sustainable cases for Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3

Incipio's Grip cases for the Galaxy Z series are grippy, protective, and built with sustainable materials

5 hours ago, by Incipio, 0 comments

With improvements added in iOS 15, Apple Maps might have overtaken Google Maps

Apple's own blog details the improvements found in Apple Maps after updating to iOS 15. After a rather shoddy start, Apple Maps has matured to become a real competitor to Google Maps.

1 hour ago, by Alan Friedman, 9 comments

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3

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Sony Xperia 1 III

7.5

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

OnePlus 9

9.0

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

8.0

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

9.1

OnePlus 9 Pro

9.3

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra

8.3

Apple iPhone 13 mini

Samsung Galaxy S21+

8.5

OnePlus Nord CE 5G gains support for ambient display screenshot in latest update

The Nord CE 5G is the latest OnePlus smartphone to receive support for ambient display screenshot.

1 hour ago, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

YouTube TV might lose NBCU channels this week, dropping monthly price by $10

YouTube revealed today that it hasn’t yet reached an agreement with NBCUniversal to renew the deal that will allow the former to carry the latter’s content on the YouTube TV service.

2 hours ago, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

Google brings standalone YouTube Music app to older Wear OS smartwatches

Google has done the unthinkable and brought the most recent YouTube Music app to older Wear OS smartwatches

2 hours ago, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

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iPad mini 6 review: mini size, max performance!

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7 hours ago, by Radoslav Minkov

The freshly-redesigned 2021 iPad mini is by far the most premium, fastest small tablet you can get right now. Here's everything that makes it special...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Pixel 6 Pro: what to expect

Sep 21, 2021, 8:46 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max features even longer battery life than before and an upgraded camera system, but can Google's best phone in years, the Pixel 6 Pro, top that with an innovative camera of its own?...

Google Pixel 6 vs Apple iPhone 13: What to expect

Sep 21, 2021, 7:06 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Google Pixel 6 shapes up to be a legitimate threat to the iPhone 13, but what are the key differences between the two?...

Apple Watch Series 7 vs Apple Watch Series 6

Sep 17, 2021, 7:53 PM, by Peter Kostadinov

Is the new Apple Watch Series 7 just a minor refresh of the Apple Watch Series 6?

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max

Sep 16, 2021, 6:13 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max brings a bigger battery, faster performance and a 120Hz ProMotion display, but is it worth upgrading from the iPhone 12 Pro Max?...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 Ultra

Sep 15, 2021, 8:33 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max shapes up to be a handsome upgrade, but can it take on the Android powerhouse that is the Galaxy S21 Ultra and its zoom camera? We dive deep in the differences between the two...

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 11

Sep 15, 2021, 8:11 AM, by Victor Hristov

If you own an iPhone 11, the iPhone 13 might arrive just in time for you to upgrade. Here is what is new and whether it's worth switching to the newer iPhone 13...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 11 Pro Max

Sep 15, 2021, 7:39 AM, by Victor Hristov

Is it time to upgrade your iPhone 11 Pro Max to the newer iPhone 13 Pro Max? And what are the actual differences between the two? We take a closer look...

iPhone 13 mini vs. iPhone 13: Size matters!

Sep 15, 2021, 3:34 AM, by Mariyan Slavov

The iPhone 13 series are still hot from the hardware oven. Today we’re comparing the iPhone 13 mini and the iPhone 13 in search of answers.

iPad mini 6 vs iPad mini 5: a big mini upgrade!

Sep 14, 2021, 4:58 PM, by Preslav Kateliev

The iPhone mini 6 is a big update to the mini tablet and definitely worth upgrading to

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12

Sep 14, 2021, 4:27 PM, by Victor Hristov

What new features does the iPhone 13 offer vs iPhone 12? And what are the differences between the two?...

Google Pixel 6 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro compared: Quite a difference!

Sep 14, 2021, 3:56 PM, by Radoslav Minkov

We compare the upcoming Google flagship Pixel 6 Pro against one of its biggest rivals – the Apple iPhone 13 Pro.

Instagram is pausing work on Instagram Kids following recent backlash

Work on Instagram Kids is being paused, but the company still think it's the right thing to do.

2 hours ago, by Joshua Swingle, 3 comments

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Get 6 months of Disney Plus for free with an Amazon Music Unlimited subscription

Amazon is running the same Disney Plus promotion it ran in the last few months: 6 months of free Disney Plus with a new Amazon Music Unlimited subscription.

2 hours ago, by Cosmin Vasile, 1 comment

Spotify might be the reason your iPhone’s battery is dying so quickly

Users are reporting that Spotify of all things is killing their iPhones running on iOS 14.8 and iOS 15.

4 hours ago, by Aleksandar Anastasov, 2 comments

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Verizon has the OG Google Home Hub (aka Nest Hub) on sale at a killer price

Officially discontinued by Google earlier this year, the 2018-released Nest Hub smart display is discounted at Verizon from $89.99 to $44.99 for an undoubtedly limited time.

4 hours ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

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The best iPhone 13 Pro Max cases available right now, updated September 2021

The best iPhone 13 mini screen protectors - updated September 2021

Looking to cover your iPhone 13 mini's screen with a nice tempered glass protector? Here are some great choices.

4 hours ago, by Iskren Gaidarov, 0 comments

These are the full specs of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2021)

The undoubtedly affordable 10.5-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 is pretty much as transparent as glass after this newest leak.

5 hours ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 2 comments

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iPad mini 6 review: mini size, max performance!

The freshly-redesigned 2021 iPad mini is by far the most premium, fastest small tablet you can get right now. Here's everything that makes it special...

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6 hours ago, by Radoslav Minkov, 12 comments

Here's how much each Galaxy S22 model will reportedly weigh

The Galaxy S22 series could be a little lighter than the Galaxy S21 line. Here are the numbers for each model.

6 hours ago, by Joshua Swingle, 3 comments

iPhone 13 Pro teardown and repairability—danger averted

Some parts of the iPhone 13 are a little bit more difficult to repair than in previous models. Thankfully, one major battery rumor turned out to be false.

6 hours ago, by Aleksandar Anastasov, 0 comments

Facebook fires back after statistics show Instagram is toxic to teens

Facebook has released a statement in response to statistics showing that Instagram is harmful to one in three teen girls.

6 hours ago, by Doroteya Borisova, 5 comments

Pokemon Trading Card Game coming soon to your iOS and Android smartphone

The 2012 video game based on the Pokemon Trading Card Game developed by Dire Wolf Digital will be replaced this year with a new Pokemon TCG Live app, The Pokemon Company announced this month.

8 hours ago, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

Samsung is expected to make a lot of money this quarter, but its smartphones could do way better

Q3 2021 looks like another impressive quarter for Samsung from an overall financial standpoint... with the smartphone division however not looking as strong as last year.

8 hours ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 12 comments

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Expires in - 11h 52min Some of the best Anker chargers for your iPhone 13 and Android devices are hugely discounted today

Whether you're an early iPhone 13 adopter or devoted Android user, Amazon and Anker can hook you up with a slew of great charging accessories at incredible prices.

9 hours ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

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Expires in - 11h 56min Hot new deal brings LG's bacteria-killing AirPods rivals down to a measly $59

Normally priced at a whopping $149.99, the bacteria-killing LG Tone Free FN6 true wireless earbuds can be purchased for just $59 today only.

11 hours ago, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Heavy iPhone 13 Pro Max fares worse in drop tests

If you like it then you better put a case on it.

11 hours ago, by Daniel Petrov, 4 comments

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The best iPhone 13 deals at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile

The iPhone 13 phones are now here! Check out the best iPhone 13 deals available right now.

12 hours ago, by Iskra Petrova, 0 comments

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Samsung might cancel the Galaxy S21 FE 5G says company official

A Samsung executive says that the company is thinking about cancelling the eagerly awaited Galaxy S21 FE because of the global chip shortage and the surprising success of the Galaxy Z Flip 3.

yesterday, 11:08 PM, by Alan Friedman, 6 comments

How you're forced to have Apple repair your busted iPhone display

With the FTC trying to give consumers the "Right to Repair" their devices wherever they choose, Apple will disable Face ID on any device that used a third-party to repair the screen.

yesterday, 8:30 PM, by Alan Friedman, 5 comments

Annoying bugs are affecting the 5G iPhone 13 series and the latest iPad tablets

Some Apple iPhone 13 series handsets have a bug that is preventing them from using the unlock with Apple Watch feature. Apple says that it will send a fix via a software update.

yesterday, 2:41 PM, by Alan Friedman, 10 comments

Google promotes the 5G Pixel 6 series with a full-page magazine ad

Google has started promoting the upcoming Pixel 6 series and in the latest edition of The New Yorker, a full-page ad shows images of the phones and discusses what they can do.

yesterday, 11:31 AM, by Alan Friedman, 4 comments

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Majorly overhauled iPhones coming next year, foldable iPhone will be released in a few years: Gurman

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says to expect a complete redesign next year for the iPhone 14.

yesterday, 10:32 AM, by Anam Hamid, 17 comments

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Pixel 6: Google's flagship challenges iPhone 13 with 5-year-old camera hardware

Oh, dear! Same old Google? Not exactly, but kinda...

yesterday, 9:14 AM, by Martin Filipov, 17 comments

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Leaked Galaxy S22 Ultra is basically a Galaxy Note with a weird camera bump

The Galaxy Note is back! Check out the Galaxy S22 Ultra with its built-in S Pen.