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Iskra Petrova

Iskra, a.k.a Izzy, grew up being fascinated by technology around her “computer monster” dad, who, upon entering a room, could fix any device with just a glance (or so she believed). She got even closer to tech when she taught herself some programming and troubleshooting.

Izzy joined the PhoneArena team in February of 2020. She enjoys researching all kinds of tech products, especially fascinating new smartphones and gadgets. She is also interested in the broader scope of tech industry news in general.

Although she has recently converted to being an iPhone user, her appreciation for Android devices still stands firm. In her free time, she loves writing novels and singing.

Recent articles by Iskra

Gmail for Android gets search filters with new update
Gmail for Android gets search filters with new update
19 hours ago, by Iskra Petrova
Check out how many hours people need to work in each country to afford the iPhone 13: research
Check out how many hours people need to work in each country to afford the iPhone 13: research
20 hours ago, by Iskra Petrova
Apple bans the Fortnite game from the App Store for what could be a 5-year appeal process
Apple bans the Fortnite game from the App Store for what could be a 5-year appeal process
21 hours ago, by Iskra Petrova
Telegram update brings chat customization options, full-screen animated emoji
Telegram update brings chat customization options, full-screen animated emoji
4 days ago, 2:50 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google Pixel 6 Pro light and dark-themed wallpapers leak online
Google Pixel 6 Pro light and dark-themed wallpapers leak online
4 days ago, 2:03 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The best iPhone 13 deals: pre-orders at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
The best iPhone 13 deals: pre-orders at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
Sep 17, 2021, 7:01 AM, by Iskra Petrova
WhatsApp for iPhone multi-device beta now widely rolling out to the stable version
WhatsApp for iPhone multi-device beta now widely rolling out to the stable version
Sep 16, 2021, 3:58 AM, by Iskra Petrova
T-Mobile exec says Samsung 'discontinuing' the Galaxy Note is hurting T-Mo customers
T-Mobile exec says Samsung 'discontinuing' the Galaxy Note is hurting T-Mo customers
Sep 16, 2021, 3:05 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Leaker showcases iPhone 13 cases with unofficial renders hours before the official unveiling
Leaker showcases iPhone 13 cases with unofficial renders hours before the official unveiling
Sep 14, 2021, 4:17 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Epic Games pays $6 million of unpaid "Apple Tax" to Apple after court ruling
Epic Games pays $6 million of unpaid "Apple Tax" to Apple after court ruling
Sep 14, 2021, 2:59 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Samsung finally opens sign-ups for One UI 4.0 beta in seven countries
Samsung finally opens sign-ups for One UI 4.0 beta in seven countries
Sep 14, 2021, 1:45 AM, by Iskra Petrova
UK government praises Apple's CSAM tech and raises concerns over end-to-end encryption
UK government praises Apple's CSAM tech and raises concerns over end-to-end encryption
Sep 10, 2021, 5:13 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Best Fitbit Black Friday 2021 deals: what to expect
Best Fitbit Black Friday 2021 deals: what to expect
Sep 10, 2021, 3:42 AM, by Iskra Petrova
T-Mobile customers, beware of a text phishing scam going on in Louisiana
T-Mobile customers, beware of a text phishing scam going on in Louisiana
Sep 09, 2021, 5:14 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Upgrading to iPhone 13: survey finds only 10% of iPhone users are committed to upgrading
Upgrading to iPhone 13: survey finds only 10% of iPhone users are committed to upgrading
Sep 09, 2021, 3:52 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google Clock and Google Calculator get redesigns to match Android 12's Material You
Google Clock and Google Calculator get redesigns to match Android 12's Material You
Sep 09, 2021, 2:07 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple using 'aggressive' lobbying to fight off App Store prohibitive legislation in several states
Apple using 'aggressive' lobbying to fight off App Store prohibitive legislation in several states
Sep 08, 2021, 3:38 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Germany opposes Apple's CSAM tech, but then admits to purchasing Pegasus spyware
Germany opposes Apple's CSAM tech, but then admits to purchasing Pegasus spyware
Sep 08, 2021, 2:43 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Twitter testing edge-to-edge photos and videos for a more immersive visual experience
Twitter testing edge-to-edge photos and videos for a more immersive visual experience
Sep 08, 2021, 1:58 AM, by Iskra Petrova
At least 3 lawsuits filed against T-Mobile for its recent major security breach
At least 3 lawsuits filed against T-Mobile for its recent major security breach
Sep 07, 2021, 3:36 AM, by Iskra Petrova
WhatsApp for iOS will be getting redesigned chat bubbles in a future update
WhatsApp for iOS will be getting redesigned chat bubbles in a future update
Sep 07, 2021, 2:45 AM, by Iskra Petrova
TikTok beats YouTube in average watch time in the US and UK, according to a new report
TikTok beats YouTube in average watch time in the US and UK, according to a new report
Sep 07, 2021, 2:07 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Labor Day Sale 2021: deals available right now (updated)
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Labor Day Sale 2021: deals available right now (updated)
Sep 06, 2021, 7:49 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Spotify CEO unhappy with Apple's new App Store rules change, says they will push for a 'real solution'
Spotify CEO unhappy with Apple's new App Store rules change, says they will push for a 'real solution'
Sep 03, 2021, 4:25 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Twitter reportedly working on the feature to archive tweets, and even more social privacy-related settings
Twitter reportedly working on the feature to archive tweets, and even more social privacy-related settings
Sep 03, 2021, 2:19 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google Lens also gets elements from Material You as Google prepares for the Android 12 release
Google Lens also gets elements from Material You as Google prepares for the Android 12 release
Sep 02, 2021, 4:39 AM, by Iskra Petrova
YouTube reaches 50 million paid subscribers milestone for YouTube Music and Premium
YouTube reaches 50 million paid subscribers milestone for YouTube Music and Premium
Sep 02, 2021, 3:03 AM, by Iskra Petrova
New Google Assistant features coming soon: 'Quick phrases' to replace the "Hey, Google" for some interactions
New Google Assistant features coming soon: 'Quick phrases' to replace the "Hey, Google" for some interactions
Sep 02, 2021, 2:27 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Chrome 93 rolls out to Android and iOS; brings slightly darker 'Dark mode' for Android and other features
Chrome 93 rolls out to Android and iOS; brings slightly darker 'Dark mode' for Android and other features
Sep 01, 2021, 4:50 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra battery sizes appear in a 3C certification listing leak
Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra battery sizes appear in a 3C certification listing leak
Sep 01, 2021, 3:46 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Major Telegram update brings unlimited participants to video calls and live streams
Major Telegram update brings unlimited participants to video calls and live streams
Sep 01, 2021, 2:30 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Best Samsung Galaxy Buds Black Friday deals
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Best Samsung Galaxy Buds Black Friday deals
Sep 01, 2021, 1:29 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The best budget tablets - updated August 2021
The best budget tablets - updated August 2021
Aug 31, 2021, 5:45 AM, by Iskra Petrova
A new entry for the Galaxy S21 FE appears on Geekbench: it shows an Exynos-powered variant
A new entry for the Galaxy S21 FE appears on Geekbench: it shows an Exynos-powered variant
Aug 30, 2021, 5:10 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Accepting WhatsApp's new privacy policy will reportedly be optional (unless you chat with a Business account)
Accepting WhatsApp's new privacy policy will reportedly be optional (unless you chat with a Business account)
Aug 30, 2021, 2:44 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google working on a fresh redesign for some Chrome for Android sections in time for Android 12
Google working on a fresh redesign for some Chrome for Android sections in time for Android 12
Aug 30, 2021, 2:04 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Best tablet deals on Black Friday 2021: what to expect
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Best tablet deals on Black Friday 2021: what to expect
Aug 27, 2021, 10:40 PM, by Iskra Petrova
Oppo's digital assistant leaks Color OS 12 release date and thus, the potential Android 12 release timeframe
Oppo's digital assistant leaks Color OS 12 release date and thus, the potential Android 12 release timeframe
Aug 27, 2021, 5:18 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google is working on adding a delay option for Google Assistant routines
Google is working on adding a delay option for Google Assistant routines
Aug 27, 2021, 2:54 AM, by Iskra Petrova
TikTok working on extending its video duration limit to 5 minutes (or even more!)
TikTok working on extending its video duration limit to 5 minutes (or even more!)
Aug 26, 2021, 3:53 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Instagram finally working on showing real content in its search results page
Instagram finally working on showing real content in its search results page
Aug 26, 2021, 2:46 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Some Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 pre-orders facing delay in the US, UK, and other markets
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Some Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 pre-orders facing delay in the US, UK, and other markets
Aug 26, 2021, 1:56 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Galaxy S21 FE: listing at Google Play Console confirms some of its key specs
Galaxy S21 FE: listing at Google Play Console confirms some of its key specs
Aug 25, 2021, 3:28 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google exec unwittingly reveals Google Pixel 6 Pro's fingerprint sensor, then quickly deletes his post
Google exec unwittingly reveals Google Pixel 6 Pro's fingerprint sensor, then quickly deletes his post
Aug 25, 2021, 2:22 AM, by Iskra Petrova
WhatsApp working on the useful chat-service feature 'message reactions' (finally)
WhatsApp working on the useful chat-service feature 'message reactions' (finally)
Aug 25, 2021, 1:43 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Some Material You elements make an early appearance on older Android versions ahead of Android 12 release
Some Material You elements make an early appearance on older Android versions ahead of Android 12 release
Aug 24, 2021, 5:30 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Big Google Play Store rankings change coming November
Big Google Play Store rankings change coming November
Aug 24, 2021, 4:52 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Samsung may ditch vapor-chamber cooling for the Galaxy S22 series, according to rumors
Samsung may ditch vapor-chamber cooling for the Galaxy S22 series, according to rumors
Aug 24, 2021, 3:36 AM, by Iskra Petrova
JP Morgan analyst raises Apple stock price prediction: high expectations for iPhone 13 and 5G iPhone SE
JP Morgan analyst raises Apple stock price prediction: high expectations for iPhone 13 and 5G iPhone SE
Aug 20, 2021, 5:17 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Epic alleges Google has paid phone makers to not include third-party app stores on their phones
Epic alleges Google has paid phone makers to not include third-party app stores on their phones
Aug 20, 2021, 3:39 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Android 12 will make opening multiple Chrome windows possible for a more convenient browsing
Android 12 will make opening multiple Chrome windows possible for a more convenient browsing
Aug 20, 2021, 3:00 AM, by Iskra Petrova
iPhone demand in China grows tremendously this year, according to analyst
iPhone demand in China grows tremendously this year, according to analyst
Aug 19, 2021, 4:58 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Netflix app on iPad and iPhone is starting to get Spatial Audio support (finally)
Netflix app on iPad and iPhone is starting to get Spatial Audio support (finally)
Aug 19, 2021, 3:05 AM, by Iskra Petrova
WhatsApp working on a 90-day limit for disappearing messages
WhatsApp working on a 90-day limit for disappearing messages
Aug 19, 2021, 2:19 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Android Auto for phone screens officially retiring, to be replaced by Google Assistant driving mode
Android Auto for phone screens officially retiring, to be replaced by Google Assistant driving mode
Aug 18, 2021, 3:41 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple Pay dominates US mobile wallet transaction market for 2020, study finds
Apple Pay dominates US mobile wallet transaction market for 2020, study finds
Aug 18, 2021, 2:35 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple CSAM scanning tech: German parliament sends Tim Cook a letter opposing it
Apple CSAM scanning tech: German parliament sends Tim Cook a letter opposing it
Aug 18, 2021, 1:53 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google Pixel 6 vs Pixel 5a: preliminary comparison
Google Pixel 6 vs Pixel 5a: preliminary comparison
Aug 17, 2021, 11:53 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The Pixel 5a 5G is official: bigger battery, improved cameras, water resistance
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The Pixel 5a 5G is official: bigger battery, improved cameras, water resistance
Aug 17, 2021, 11:00 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Tinder will be getting verification with ID card or driver's license to fight against fake profiles
Tinder will be getting verification with ID card or driver's license to fight against fake profiles
Aug 17, 2021, 5:05 AM, by Iskra Petrova
You can now manage your iCloud passwords on Windows easily with new iCloud for Windows update
You can now manage your iCloud passwords on Windows easily with new iCloud for Windows update
Aug 17, 2021, 4:29 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Tim Cook says Apple will donate to Haiti communities after they have suffered a big earthquake
Tim Cook says Apple will donate to Haiti communities after they have suffered a big earthquake
Aug 16, 2021, 6:57 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Twitter Verified is now put on pause (again), reportedly due to verifying fake accounts
Twitter Verified is now put on pause (again), reportedly due to verifying fake accounts
Aug 16, 2021, 6:25 AM, by Iskra Petrova
You will be able to control your phone with facial expressions with a new Accessibility beta feature
You will be able to control your phone with facial expressions with a new Accessibility beta feature
Aug 16, 2021, 2:59 AM, by Iskra Petrova
You will now be able to search downloaded songs on YouTube Music via the search bar, even if you're offline
You will now be able to search downloaded songs on YouTube Music via the search bar, even if you're offline
Aug 13, 2021, 5:16 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Anker introduces iPhone 12 2-in-1 MagSafe charger PowerWave Lite: slim design, adjustable arm
Anker introduces iPhone 12 2-in-1 MagSafe charger PowerWave Lite: slim design, adjustable arm
Aug 13, 2021, 4:12 AM, by Iskra Petrova
T-Mobile celebrates low churn rate for Q2 2021
T-Mobile celebrates low churn rate for Q2 2021
Aug 13, 2021, 3:40 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Some Apple employees have reportedly opposed Apple's new CSAM scanning technology
Some Apple employees have reportedly opposed Apple's new CSAM scanning technology
Aug 13, 2021, 3:19 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google bans location data collecting app and forbids all apps from using its code
Google bans location data collecting app and forbids all apps from using its code
Aug 13, 2021, 2:22 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 vs Z Flip 5G: key differences
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 vs Z Flip 5G: key differences
Aug 11, 2021, 9:44 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The best Apple Watch you can buy right now - updated August 2021
The best Apple Watch you can buy right now - updated August 2021
Aug 10, 2021, 7:21 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple's child-abuse-scanning tech: open letter opposes the policy, Apple addresses concerns officially
Apple's child-abuse-scanning tech: open letter opposes the policy, Apple addresses concerns officially
Aug 10, 2021, 5:13 AM, by Iskra Petrova
WhatsApp beta for Android brings a set of new and fresh emojis
WhatsApp beta for Android brings a set of new and fresh emojis
Aug 10, 2021, 3:45 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple is reportedly seeking partners for the Apple Car among South Korean carmakers
Apple is reportedly seeking partners for the Apple Car among South Korean carmakers
Aug 10, 2021, 2:31 AM, by Iskra Petrova
S Pen Pro 360-video leak shows a light on the function button and what is rumored to be a Bluetooth on/off toggle
S Pen Pro 360-video leak shows a light on the function button and what is rumored to be a Bluetooth on/off toggle
Aug 10, 2021, 2:12 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple challenges company Traxcell over Apple Maps alleged patent infringement case
Apple challenges company Traxcell over Apple Maps alleged patent infringement case
Aug 06, 2021, 4:15 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The best small tablets - updated August 2021
The best small tablets - updated August 2021
Aug 06, 2021, 3:19 AM, by Iskra Petrova
An Apple patent suggests future devices and AR will use gaze detection to select text input fields
An Apple patent suggests future devices and AR will use gaze detection to select text input fields
Aug 05, 2021, 7:23 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Microsoft Teams will be getting a helpful search feature named 'Top Hits' soon
Microsoft Teams will be getting a helpful search feature named 'Top Hits' soon
Aug 05, 2021, 6:29 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple may be working on a hashed algorithm for scanning photos on users' iPhones for child abuse
Apple may be working on a hashed algorithm for scanning photos on users' iPhones for child abuse
Aug 05, 2021, 6:09 AM, by Iskra Petrova
AirPods Pro firmware beta update brings the useful Conversation Boost feature
AirPods Pro firmware beta update brings the useful Conversation Boost feature
Aug 05, 2021, 4:00 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Apple working on exclusive Apple services promotions for Apple Card users in the US
Apple working on exclusive Apple services promotions for Apple Card users in the US
Aug 05, 2021, 2:43 AM, by Iskra Petrova
TikTok is now working on an Instagram-Story-like feature (finally)
TikTok is now working on an Instagram-Story-like feature (finally)
Aug 05, 2021, 2:09 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Best Motorola phones - updated August 2021
Best Motorola phones - updated August 2021
Aug 05, 2021, 1:31 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Google Pixel 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S21: preliminary comparison
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Google Pixel 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S21: preliminary comparison
Aug 04, 2021, 4:31 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro expected colors: which color should you get?
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro expected colors: which color should you get?
Aug 03, 2021, 6:05 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Best iPhone 13 cases
Best iPhone 13 cases
Aug 02, 2021, 2:03 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Snapchat adds a new tab 'My Places' with restaurant recommendations to the Snap Map
Snapchat adds a new tab 'My Places' with restaurant recommendations to the Snap Map
Jul 29, 2021, 5:00 AM, by Iskra Petrova
A mass legal claim against Google's 30% Play Store fee launched in the UK
A mass legal claim against Google's 30% Play Store fee launched in the UK
Jul 29, 2021, 3:59 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Facebook reports 56% revenue growth in Q2 2021, despite iOS app tracking transparеncy feature
Facebook reports 56% revenue growth in Q2 2021, despite iOS app tracking transparеncy feature
Jul 29, 2021, 2:40 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Galaxy S21 One UI 4.0 beta program banner appears briefly on Samsung Community blog
Galaxy S21 One UI 4.0 beta program banner appears briefly on Samsung Community blog
Jul 28, 2021, 5:24 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Some newer OnePlus 8T and 9R units come with the faster LPDDR5 RAM type
Some newer OnePlus 8T and 9R units come with the faster LPDDR5 RAM type
Jul 28, 2021, 4:30 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Chinese supplier hints at iPad Air 5, iPad mini 6, and iPad 9 possible features in a new rumor
Chinese supplier hints at iPad Air 5, iPad mini 6, and iPad 9 possible features in a new rumor
Jul 28, 2021, 3:52 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Twitter working on a new way to inform you if your account has been locked or suspended
Twitter working on a new way to inform you if your account has been locked or suspended
Jul 28, 2021, 3:21 AM, by Iskra Petrova
The Galaxy A52 is the first Galaxy to get the August 2021 security update before August has even arrived
The Galaxy A52 is the first Galaxy to get the August 2021 security update before August has even arrived
Jul 28, 2021, 2:59 AM, by Iskra Petrova
iOS 15 developer beta shows Apple is planning to use selfie verification to add your ID card to the Wallet app
iOS 15 developer beta shows Apple is planning to use selfie verification to add your ID card to the Wallet app
Jul 28, 2021, 2:42 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic teaser videos leaked on Twitter
Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic teaser videos leaked on Twitter
Jul 27, 2021, 6:01 AM, by Iskra Petrova
You will be able to easily transfer WhatsApp chats from iOS to Android using Android's Data Restore Tool
You will be able to easily transfer WhatsApp chats from iOS to Android using Android's Data Restore Tool
Jul 27, 2021, 5:33 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Android 13's dessert codename gets revealed
Android 13's dessert codename gets revealed
Jul 27, 2021, 5:03 AM, by Iskra Petrova
Facebook reportedly working on a feature to sync workout data between Oculus VR and Apple's Health app
Facebook reportedly working on a feature to sync workout data between Oculus VR and Apple's Health app
Jul 27, 2021, 4:24 AM, by Iskra Petrova
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