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Verizon tops estimates by adding 283,000 postpaid phone subscribers in Q3

Verizon reported a gain of 283,000 postpaid phone subscribers during the third quarter as the nation's largest carrier tries to widen its lead over the second largest, T-Mobile.

At least one iPhone 13 feature is pretty much confirmed

A teardown video has revealed that the iPhone 12 features the Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 5G modem and not its successor.

U.S. officials worried about White House's sweetheart deal to lease mid-band spectrum for 5G use

The White House is trying to fast track the leasing of valuable mid-band spectrum that is currently owned by the Defense Department without using a competitive bidding process.

featured Here's exactly what you need to access Verizon's nationwide 5G network today (or at least tomorrow)

These are all of the devices recently updated or soon to be updated to support Verizon's new and somewhat controversial nationwide 5G network.

Demand is apparently not high enough to justify an iPhone 12 mini android alternative

Unless the iPhone 12 mini is a runaway success, don't expect Android vendors to make compact flagships anytime soon.

Eagerly anticipated iOS 14 feature still not working for all after latest update

Even after Apple distributed iOS 14.1 yesterday, a bug is preventing users from selecting a default browser and email app to replace Apple's Safari and Mail clients respectively.

DEAL Apple's classic iPad Pro 10.5 is on sale at a crazy low price in brand-new condition

Released all the way back in 2017 and officially discontinued less than two years later, Apple's 10.5-inch iPad Pro can still be an incredibly smart buy at a whopping $299 discount.

When it comes to the 5G iPhone 12 series, what you see may not be what you're getting

What you see on the status bar of a 5G enabled new iPhone model may not be exactly what you're getting in terms of data speed thanks to Apple's new "Smart Data" feature.

DEAL Amazon has a bunch of Apple Watch Series 6 models on sale at surprisingly decent discounts

The Apple Watch Series 6 is still pretty fresh, not to mention extremely well-reviewed, but Amazon is already discounting half a dozen models by anywhere between $25 and $30.

Video shows French iPhone 12's cumbersome packaging

The French law requires Apple to bundle EarPods with its phones.

DEAL When is Black Friday 2020? Best deals and discounts to expect

We will be continuously rounding up all the noteworthy deals for you right here...

DEAL Amazon Prime members can now get the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live cheaper than ever

Woot is doing what Amazon could not do during last week's Prime Day extravaganza, selling brand-new Samsung Galaxy Buds Live units at $35 off their list price for Prime members only.

OnePlus Nord N10 5G to arrive in blue with OnePlus 8T-like camera bump

The OnePlus Nord N10 5G looks set to arrive with a big OnePlus 8T-like camera bump on the back. It should also be available in blue.

Huawei's inability to make new tablets could increase Apple iPad's dominance further

Global tablet shipments are forecasted to decline by 10.5% in 2021 per Digitimes.

Latest Mate 40 Pro 5G leak reveals every last detail about Huawei's next flagship

The Huawei Mate 40 Pro has leaked in full ahead of its announcement tomorrow. The flagship features a 6.8-inch waterfall display, the Kirin 9000 chipset, and a triple-camera setup.

YouTube for Android will soon give users the option to choose default video quality on Wi-Fi and mobile data

YouTube is bringing an important setting to its app: the option to chose your preferred default video quality for Wi-Fi connections and mobile data connections. Until now, you could choose the video quality only on a video-per-video basis.

The real iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 11 Pro Max battery difference finally outed by Apple

Check out the true iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max battery capacity, as disclosed by Apple itself.

Apple HomePod receives the cool HomePod mini Intercom feature, updates to Siri, and more

The new Intercom feature was announced together with the iPhone 12 series and HomePod mini announcement on October 13, and now it’s making its way to the HomePod.

Leak states the OnePlus 9 could be announced in March 2021

The OnePlus 8T is still hot out of the oven, but rumors and leaks are starting to pile up for OnePlus’ next flagship phone, the OnePlus 9. Now it seems that the company is planning to release the OnePlus 9 earlier than expected, reportedly at some point in March 2021.

Android 11 bug blocks users from seeing important parts of the screen

A bug found on Android 11 prevents apps from going fullscreen resulting in elements of a game getting blocked by the status bar and the navigation bar. Hopefully, Google will soon issue an update.

Learn how a 4-in-1-wireless charger can charge five devices at one time

The mophie 4-in-1 Qi wireless charging mat has been unveiled by the power management and accessories company and is priced at $149.95. With an extra USB-A port, the device will also replenish the battery inside an Apple Watch.

DEAL Here's how you can pick up the bold OnePlus 7 Pro at a completely irresistible price

The 2019-released OnePlus 7 Pro offers an absolutely insane value at a deeply discounted price of $330 in refurbished condition with a 6-month warranty included.

Have a compatible iPhone and iPad? You will receive these updates as soon as today!

Apple has released updates to iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 that include a number of bug fixes and improvements to iPhone and iPad users. At the same time, iOS 14.2 continues to be tested.

What Google does with the iPhone is anti-competitive according to a lawsuit filed by the DOJ

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is taking Google to court alleging that the company has been violating anti-trust regulations by making deals that block rival search engines.

DEAL featured Check out some of the best Walmart Black Friday deals coming up on iPhones, Samsung devices, and much more

Walmart has already revealed some pretty comprehensive lists of killer Black Friday deals scheduled to take place on and offline between November 4 and 15. Here they all are.

Vivo arrives in the UK and Europe as the next big smartphone brand

Vivo has officially arrived in the UK and Europe as the next big smartphone brand. It offers the new Vivo X51 5G with a gimbal camera for £749/€799 and several cheaper devices.

Verizon hits incredible 5G download speed record

Check out how Verizon beat its own world-beating 5G network speeds.

Micron's new component makes smartphones run faster

Micron Technology today announced a new UFS multi-chip package with low power LPDDR5 RAM and memory in a configuration up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of storage.

DEAL Best Buy has Verizon's special Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G UW model on sale at a cool discount

Verizon's special Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G UW edition is marked down from $700 (or $750) to a very reasonable $500 at Best Buy with monthly installment plans.

Best T-Mobile phones in 2020

What are the best T-Mobile phones right now? With over 30 smartphones in its catalog, T-Mobile has a lot to offer, but here we've picked only the top phones among them, from flagship iPhone models to cheap, affordable phones with great value...

DEAL It's now easier than ever to get Verizon's Samsung Galaxy A51 at a killer price

You don't need to trade anything in, port in an existing phone number, open a new line, or even settle for bill credits to save $250 on Verizon's Samsung Galaxy A51 right now.

featured Pixel 5 vs Galaxy S20 FE vs OnePlus 8T: Camera Comparison!

Which $700 phone has the best camera? We test camera quality on the Pixel 5, the Galaxy S20 FE and the OnePlus 8T...

Will Xiaomi's foldable smartphone look like a mix between Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X?

A new patent from Xiaomi, just approved and published today, shows that the company is still looking into different folding smartphone designs.

Outlook for iPad update offers drag and drop feature for split view; improves multitasking

Outlook for iPad is now getting a very useful multitasking feature, which will definitely make your experience with creating emails better.

Apple AirTags could launch 'soon' in two sizes

The Apple AirTags tracking tags will reportedly launch soon in two sizes. An announcement could happen in mid-November at the next Apple event.

DEAL Еxpired Woot has a boatload of iPhones and Apple Watches on sale at excellent prices today only

The iPhone XR, XS, XS Max, 7, 7 Plus, 8 and 8 Plus, as well as the Apple Watch Series 1, 2, 3, and 4, are all on sale at pretty much unbeatable prices in refurbished condition at Woot.

Best Verizon phones to buy in 2020

Verizon offers plenty of phones and it's easy to get confused about which one will suit you best. We picked the best phones for the most likely scenarios, check them inside!

Best unlocked phones that work on Verizon, T-Mobile or AT&T out of the box

It used to be hard to find SIM-free unlocked handsets that support all Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile voice and data networks out of the box, but recently that tradition is being shattered to pieces, as the advent of integrated cellular modems that support every frequency under the sun gave us phones like Google's Pixels, Samsung's Galaxies or the iPhones, that can work with each and every US carrier...

featured iPads 2020 buying guide: choose the best iPad for you

You're out to purchase a new Apple tablet and feel a bit confused? No fear — here's our comprehensive buying guide on Apple iPads for 2020, which will help you find the best slate for you or that special person you are buying it for.

Best AT&T phones to buy in 2020

There are over 30 smartphones to pick from at AT&T, so how do you get the right for you? We're here to help! These are the best AT&T phones you can get right now...