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featured Here's what the Google Pixel 5 XL could look like

An early Google Pixel 5 prototype has leaked and it features a huge camera module on the back which includes three camera sensors. It also corroborates the presence of a forehead above the display.

O2 reaches 34.5 million customers; reports third year of growth

O2 UK has reported its third consecutive year of growth. It finished 2019 with 34.5 million customers when those served through Giffgaff, Tesco Mobile, Sky Mobile, and Lycamobile are factored in. Profit and Revenues also performed well.

Check out the breathtaking Jennie Red Samsung Galaxy S20+

The Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Buds Plus in an exclusive Jennie Red model are now official, take a gander at the first new launch color that Samsung outs.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 8K video recording file size is not for the faint of storage

Do you want to know how much storage size a single minute of 8K video recording will take with the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra? Check out the unpleasant truth.

Sony Mobile website discontinued after years of tumbling Xperia sales

The Sony Mobile website has been officially discontinued after years of tumbling Sony Xperia sales. The website now redirects to the regular Sony website, where its smartphones are simply a subsection.

DEAL Expires in - 16h 41min Apple's first-gen AirPods are cheaper than ever in 'new - open box' condition

If you hurry, you can get the 2016-released Apple AirPods with a wired charging case included for just $89.99 in new condition alongside a 90-day warranty.

updated Samsung Find My Mobile message spooks users worldwide

Samsung users are getting a mysterious notification from Find My Mobile. Many were spooked it's a hack. Don't worry, it's probably...

featured Google could lose its most valued US retail partner for the Pixel 4a and Pixel 5

According to inside sources, there's a zero chance Google's Pixel 4a will be sold by Verizon, while the Pixel 5 and 5 XL are also highly unlikely to be released on the nation's largest carrier.

Samsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra 100x zoom comparison against a $6000 pro camera kit

What will happen if we pit the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 100x Space Zoom against a pro-level Sony A9 camera with equally expensive Sony 200-600G zoom lens? Check it out.

How to preorder Samsung Galaxy S20 and Ultra 5G at Verizon, T-Mobile, Best Buy or AT&T

What's the best deal on a Galaxy S20 Ultra preorder? Well, check out how to get the new S20, Plus and Ultra from Samsung, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, or Best Buy.

Spotify adds true song lyrics integration on Android and iOS devices

Spotify's latest update adds song lyrics, a new feature that's now slowly rolling out to users on both Android and iOS platforms.

Sony Xperia L4 is official: a first for Sony in an unexpected way

Sony just announced its newest phone: Xperia L4. The L4 is a budget friendly phone with a cinema-wide 21:9 display.

Early Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Ultra camera samples compared to iPhone 11 Pro Max, S10+, Pixel 4 XL

Check out a very early Galaxy S20 Plus camera samples compare preview of a floor unit against the iPhone 11 Pro Max and Google Pixel 4 XL, and marvel at the 8K video recording sample, too.

Found on Android 11 developer preview: reverse wireless charging and a new Motion Sense feature

With the Android 11 developer preview dropping today, a hidden setting indicates that reverse wireless charging, called Battery Share, will be offered for the Pixel 5.

Barr, DOJ want platforms like Facebook and Twitter to lose protection from lawsuits

Attorney General William Barr and others attending a public meeting of the Department of Justice want to strip social media platforms like Facebook of the legal protection they now have from certain posts made by their subscribers.

Microsoft teases three new features for the new Office mobile app

Microsoft reveals three new important features that will be added to its unified Office app for Android and iOS.

Google is launching Android 11 Developer Preview for Pixel phones early

Google has just released the first Android 11 Developer Preview about a month earlier than expected.

DEAL Expires in - 1m 1w The new Galaxy Note 10 Lite is already discounted in the UK

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite is already available with an £80 discount in the UK. This is made possible by a small discount courtesy of BT and a cashback offer from Samsung.

Switched from Android to iOS last week; this is what I've discovered so far

After switching last week to an Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max from a Google Pixel 2 XL, here are some of the things I've discovered about iOS compared to the Android OS.

DEAL Samsung's Galaxy A40 is ridiculously cheap with this O2 contract

The Samsung Galaxy A40 can be acquired with a 24-month O2 contract that offers 8GB of data for just £6.50 per month, or £156. This represents a huge saving over the smartphone's retail price of £219 which doesn't include a contract.

Google Stadia now supports Samsung, Razer and Asus smartphones

After bringing its cloud gaming streaming service to Pixel phones last year, Google announced Stadia will be expanding to new devices come February 20.

featured Samsung is becoming more and more like Apple, and that's... perfectly okay

Samsung took a page straight out of Apple's playbook by permanently marking down the Galaxy S10 family while launching the Galaxy S20 lineup, but there's nothing wrong with deriving inspiration from a rival's (good) ideas.

Uber introduces new on-trip report tool for passenger safety and feedback

Passenger safety and peace of mind are very important to companies such as Uber or Lyft. Neowin has brought to our attention a new feature that Uber announced today, a report tool where you can report safety incidents or other complaints during the trip. This option is specifically for non-urgent issues.

Samsung Galaxy S30 Ultra, S30 Plus, S30: Design, specs, camera, price expectations

The Samsung Galaxy S30 is expected to arrive February 2021, and while it's a bit early to know just about anything specific about the upcoming Galaxy generation, we think we have a pretty good understanding what the Galaxy S30-series will bring to the table...

DEAL Еxpired Charge all the devices on the cheap with these massively discounted Anker accessories

Amazon has a whole bunch of popular Anker accessories on sale at hefty discounts for 24 hours only, ranging from a blazing fast USB-C charging station to ultra-affordable cables for both iPhones and Android handsets.

Which Samsung Galaxy S to buy? Galaxy S20 or Galaxy S10? Quick buying guide here

Now that the S20 is official and near launch, Samsung is selling the Galaxy S10 line at discounted prices. Which phone is the best choice for you? Here's our quick rundown...

Sprint/T-Mobile merger: will the “new” T-Mobile be able to conquer the US market?

Last week, a New York judge dismissed a lawsuit trying to block the deal. Deutsche Telekom’s CEO, Timotheus Höttges, said in a news conference that he is confident the difference of around $120 billion of market value between AT&T and Verizon and T-Mobile doesn’t seem like an obstacle, impossible to overcome. He is positive they can try and successfully shrink the gap, given the fact that the three main US wireless carriers would have similar customer count of around 140 to 150 million.

The European Commission plans to limit US tech giants’ power over the tech industry

US tech giants such as Facebook, Google and Amazon have been bothering some people from the European Commission for at least a couple of years already. Reuters reports that the EC will be seeing a list of proposals aiming to help European companies be more competitive to American tech giants in regards to data governance and AI.

Your iPhone 9 (SE 2) questions answered: price, release date, design, features

You're wondering when the iPhone 9 will be released? Or if it will have certain features like wireless charging? We have collected the most frequently asked questions according to Google and answered them as best as possible.

Encrypted messaging app Signal’s ambition to become as famous as WhatsApp

The messaging app, called Signal, was only for the cybersecurity nerds and some activists once, as it offered end-to-end encryption and improved privacy protection with very limited number of features. It is considered one of the world’s most secure messaging apps for Android and iOS. Now, it’s aiming for its audience to change - it is trying to reach the masses.

popular Deception: the Galaxy S20's telephoto camera is not really a telephoto camera

Samsung calls the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+'s secondary cameras "telephoto". However, there's nothing telephoto about their lenses

Verizon promotes the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 to Android 10

Verizon is the second major carrier in the US to update the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 to Android 10, after AT&T.

New Gmail for iOS update adds Siri improvements

Google has quietly pushed out another Gmail update on iOS devices that brings an important new feature - support for Siri shortcuts.

DEAL Expires in - 3d 10h Tesco Mobile's killer Galaxy Note 10 deal could save you over £250

Tesco Mobile and Samsung are offering you the chance to save up to £267 when you purchase the smartphone alongside a 36-month SIM contract. This means it's by far the best offer on the market.

Galaxy Z Flip teardown puts a spotlight on 'glasstic' display, poor repairability, and a major flaw

A rigorous new teardown confirms that Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip does use "ultra thin glass" while being incredibly hard to repair at home and prone to internal dust accumulation.

The best Samsung Galaxy S20 and S20+ cases

You've put a preorder for a Galaxy S20 or S20+ and you're patiently waiting for your fancy new device? Check these cases that will protect it when it's finally in your hands!

How to turn on the Galaxy S20's 120Hz display refresh rate

Check out a list of free games with 120Hz display refresh rate support for the Galaxy S20, Plus or Ultra to take advantage of, as well as instructions how to switch the 120Hz vs 60Hz refresh on all the Galaxy S20 models.

The Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite are now available in the US... sort of

Samsung hasn't officially released the Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite in the US, but you can order Latin America variants compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile from B&H Photo Video alongside a 1-year warranty.

120Hz at 1440p coming to the Galaxy S20 series according to latest leak

Fans of the Galaxy S20 that wanted 120Hz at Quad HD resolution might actually get it later this year via update, rumor suggests.

U.S. draft proposal could be the coup de grace for Huawei

Still looking for ways to damage Huawei's business units, the U.S. government has drafted a proposal that would allow it to block foundry TSMC from shipping chips to Huawei.

Top Apple analyst sees Q2 or Q3 introduction of a brand new iPhone feature

Reliable TF International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that Apple will release its AirTags tracking accessory during the second or third quarter. The tags will be used in conjunction with the iPhone 11 series' U1 chip and the Find My... app.

Ordering a new Apple iPhone? Expect a short delay before it arrives

The coronoavirus is forcing consumers to wait longer than normal to receive their newly purchased iPhones with delays in the U.S. and U.K. running as high as eight days for some models, up to 11 days in Taiwan.

DEAL Here's how you can get Samsung's excellent Galaxy A50 mid-ranger for free

The sleek and respectably powerful Samsung Galaxy A50 can be yours right now for the low, low price of $0 with either an 18-month Sprint Flex Lease or 24-month device payment plan.

Will Oppo's new phone beat the Galaxy S20's zoom?

Oppo's Find X2 Pro series reportedly offers, a new, cutting-edge zoom system. The handset will apparently use a periscope zoom system to offer 60x hybrid zoom

To combat coronavirus, Samsung borrows from Papa John's playbook

To combat the effects of low in-store traffic in South Korea due to the coronavirus, Samsung has launched a delivery service in some parts of the country that allows consumers to test a Galaxy S20 device for 24 hours.

Google's new Pixel Buds go up for preorder

B&H Photo recently listed the new Pixel Buds on their site in the Clearly White variant. As expected, the pricing is at $179 for the earbuds and their matching charging case, which charges via USB-C or wireless charging.

DEAL Expires in - 4d 10h Buy the Huawei P Smart (2019) from Virgin and get a free Nintendo Switch

Receive a free Nintendo Switch when you purchase a Huawei P Smart (2019) with a 24-month contract at Virgin UK. The offer is valid until February 24th.

Samsung wins contract for the new Snapdragon X60’s production

World’s famous chip manufacturer, Qualcomm, has just announced the Snapdragon X60, a next-generation 5G modem that could have faster network speeds. Now, Reuters has brought to our attention an important contract made between Samsung and Qualcomm concerning the production of the new X60 modem chips. This contract is useful for Samsung for gaining chip manufacturing market share against Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (the TSMC).