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Preslav Kateliev - Senior Reviews Writer

Preslav Kateliev - Senior Reviews Writer
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Preslav has been with PhoneArena since 2014. His first foray into mobile technologies was with the Samsung Galaxy devices and he spent way too much time with an S Pen in his hand, jotting down his ideas on a Galaxy Note — his favorite being the Galaxy Note Edge, which is sadly now too old to be competent in this day and age.

Over the years, he became fascinated with anything and everything mobile that can be incorporated into his existing hobbies or work. He likes to tinker with “small technology” and make it work for him in fields where portability is a prime benefit.

You can often spot him writing articles, recording guitars, or editing videos on an iPad Pro. Or using an action camera to record training sessions with his dog (Anyone remember the Samsung Gear 360?). He will often pick up more than one phone from the office to record a band rehearsal or live gig and try to test those “pro microphone” claims that manufacturers keep throwing at us.

But, out of all of them, gaming is his biggest timesink. And, while mobile games themselves aren’t much to Preslav’s taste, he still holds hope that services like GeForce Now and Steam Link will be up to par for some true competitive gaming in the near future. Though, he fears that this would be the day that his article output drops significantly.

Having been through both an “Android is king” stage and an “iPhone is best” period, Preslav is now much more laid back on what type of phone he has in his hands. As long as the performance is there, the camera is good, and the user interface is pretty, thoughtful, and experience-oriented, he is happy with it.

You will often see him making arguments for both the pros and cons of a device, which does drive him a bit insane — he still can’t decide whether he likes or hates the Galaxy Fold experience.
Recent articles by Preslav
Why I hate the iPhone Dynamic Island

Why I hate the iPhone Dynamic Island

Preslav Kateliev
Safari on iOS 26 is a mess, but you can fix some of it

Safari on iOS 26 is a mess, but you can fix some of it

Preslav Kateliev
Why do all phones have to look like the iPhone?

Why do all phones have to look like the iPhone?

Preslav Kateliev
Vivo X300 Pro review: I am the camera flagship now
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Vivo X300 Pro review: I am the camera flagship now

Preslav Kateliev
7.7
Vivo X300 Pro vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: photos comparison

Vivo X300 Pro vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: photos comparison

Preslav Kateliev
Vivo X300 Pro vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: photos comparison

Vivo X300 Pro vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: photos comparison

Preslav Kateliev
CMF Headphone Pro review: $100 is just not fair
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CMF Headphone Pro review: $100 is just not fair

Preslav Kateliev
7.0
Vivo X300 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: photo samples comparison

Vivo X300 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: photo samples comparison

Preslav Kateliev
Not just a gaming phone: Infinix GT 30 is immersive in every way
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Not just a gaming phone: Infinix GT 30 is immersive in every way

Preslav Kateliev
The world’s first 20,000 mAh power bank and hotspot hybrid: Baseus EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi
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The world’s first 20,000 mAh power bank and hotspot hybrid: Baseus EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi

Preslav Kateliev
Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X300: First impressions and camera samples

Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X300: First impressions and camera samples

Preslav Kateliev
Apple Watch SE 3 review: looks outdated, but it's the best upgrade this year
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Apple Watch SE 3 review: looks outdated, but it's the best upgrade this year

Preslav Kateliev
7.0
Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 10: single tick
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 10: single tick

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 vs Refurbished: which old iPhones are best to buy now?
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iPhone 17 vs Refurbished: which old iPhones are best to buy now?

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 vs Refurbished: which old iPhones are best to buy now?
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iPhone 17 vs Refurbished: which old iPhones are best to buy now?

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13 review: nobody settles!
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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13 review: nobody settles!

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: the showdown of 2025 begins!
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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: the showdown of 2025 begins!

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 cases that are tough, elegant, diverse: Mageasy’s modular design changes the rules
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iPhone 17 cases that are tough, elegant, diverse: Mageasy’s modular design changes the rules

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone 17 Pro Max review: hello aluminum, my old friend
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iPhone 17 Pro Max review: hello aluminum, my old friend

Preslav Kateliev
8.0
Nothing Ear (3) review: a bit too much character
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Nothing Ear (3) review: a bit too much character

Preslav Kateliev
7.5
Pixel 10 vs Pixel 8: glow-up time!
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Pixel 10 vs Pixel 8: glow-up time!

Preslav Kateliev
Pick the right case for your new iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro
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Pick the right case for your new iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro

Preslav Kateliev
Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: oh, you only have two cameras?
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Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: oh, you only have two cameras?

Preslav Kateliev
The cloud service you didn’t know you needed: pCloud binds all your platforms together
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The cloud service you didn’t know you needed: pCloud binds all your platforms together

Preslav Kateliev
No data lost. Switch faster to iPhone 17 with MobileTrans
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No data lost. Switch faster to iPhone 17 with MobileTrans

Preslav Kateliev
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: here we go!
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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: here we go!

Preslav Kateliev
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL review: putting "smart" in smartphone
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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL review: putting "smart" in smartphone

Preslav Kateliev
7.5
iPhone 17 and eSIM: What to know before you travel this year
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iPhone 17 and eSIM: What to know before you travel this year

Preslav Kateliev
ESR is ready for the iPhone 17 with cool (literally) chargers, stands, and cases!
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ESR is ready for the iPhone 17 with cool (literally) chargers, stands, and cases!

Preslav Kateliev
iPhone Air says the future is eSIM, and Yesim is fully prepared for it
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iPhone Air says the future is eSIM, and Yesim is fully prepared for it

Preslav Kateliev
Need the best charger for your new iPhone 17? Look no further than Baseus PicoGo
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Need the best charger for your new iPhone 17? Look no further than Baseus PicoGo

Preslav Kateliev
Thin, beautiful case for your new beautiful iPhone: Raptic aramid fiber cases
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Thin, beautiful case for your new beautiful iPhone: Raptic aramid fiber cases

Preslav Kateliev
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra vs iPad Pro M4: alright, old chap, let's go again!
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra vs iPad Pro M4: alright, old chap, let's go again!

Preslav Kateliev
Galaxy Watch 8 with non-Samsung phone: what do you lose?

Galaxy Watch 8 with non-Samsung phone: what do you lose?

Preslav Kateliev
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 made sacrifices to be this slick. Honor and Oppo show it was not necessary

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 made sacrifices to be this slick. Honor and Oppo show it was not necessary

Preslav Kateliev
Apple iPhones are falling behind… but it’s not about AI

Apple iPhones are falling behind… but it’s not about AI

Preslav Kateliev
Honor Magic V5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: there can be only one!
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Honor Magic V5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: there can be only one!

Preslav Kateliev
Honor Magic V5 review: thin-believable!
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Honor Magic V5 review: thin-believable!

Preslav Kateliev
7.5
Nothing Headhpone (1) vs Sony WH-1000XM6: new challenger, meet veteran
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Nothing Headhpone (1) vs Sony WH-1000XM6: new challenger, meet veteran

Preslav Kateliev
Pixel AI doing it right? The new Camera Coach looks promising...

Pixel AI doing it right? The new Camera Coach looks promising...

Preslav Kateliev
Total Wireless in your corner: phone deals, 50% off Unlimited, price-lock and unlimited hotspot
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Total Wireless in your corner: phone deals, 50% off Unlimited, price-lock and unlimited hotspot

Preslav Kateliev
Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Apple AirPods Pro: who gets to whisper in your ears?
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Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Apple AirPods Pro: who gets to whisper in your ears?

Preslav Kateliev
Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max: gloves off, earcups on
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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Max: gloves off, earcups on

Preslav Kateliev
Sony LinkBuds Fit review: they fit alright!
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Sony LinkBuds Fit review: they fit alright!

Preslav Kateliev
7.5
Cover screen battery life: how long can you use Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Moto Razr Ultra, external screens only?

Cover screen battery life: how long can you use Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Moto Razr Ultra, external screens only?

Preslav Kateliev
The Doogee U11 just got smarter: Android 16 update, Gemini, Game Space, App Cloner
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The Doogee U11 just got smarter: Android 16 update, Gemini, Game Space, App Cloner

Preslav Kateliev
Sony WF-1000XM5 review: forgotten and outdated or still the in-ear titan?
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Sony WF-1000XM5 review: forgotten and outdated or still the in-ear titan?

Preslav Kateliev
8.5
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: unbeatable
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Sony WH-1000XM6 review: unbeatable

Preslav Kateliev
9.0
Now is the best time to try Mint Mobile: 50% off on Unlimited!
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Now is the best time to try Mint Mobile: 50% off on Unlimited!

Preslav Kateliev
This is why people hate on Samsung and Google, praise Apple

This is why people hate on Samsung and Google, praise Apple

Preslav Kateliev
Fossibot F107 Pro: wild beast of a phone, colorful night vision camera
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Fossibot F107 Pro: wild beast of a phone, colorful night vision camera

Preslav Kateliev
The Galaxy Watch 8: perfect companion to your Galaxy phone, perfect guide for a new lifestyle
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The Galaxy Watch 8: perfect companion to your Galaxy phone, perfect guide for a new lifestyle

Preslav Kateliev
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the dream device for a remote office. Especially when paired with Nomad eSIM
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The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the dream device for a remote office. Especially when paired with Nomad eSIM

Preslav Kateliev
Back Market’s Back to School deals: smart tech for smart students
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Back Market’s Back to School deals: smart tech for smart students

Preslav Kateliev
Qi2.2 wireless charging is here — and Baseus is ready to play
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Qi2.2 wireless charging is here — and Baseus is ready to play

Preslav Kateliev
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: is this summer the time to upgrade?
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: is this summer the time to upgrade?

Preslav Kateliev
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: some decisions will need to be made!
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: some decisions will need to be made!

Preslav Kateliev
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: what's changing?
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: what's changing?

Preslav Kateliev
Flagship tablet, fair price: Doogee Tab E3 Max
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Flagship tablet, fair price: Doogee Tab E3 Max

Preslav Kateliev
I don’t care about 2025 phones, I’m using this old gem

I don’t care about 2025 phones, I’m using this old gem

Preslav Kateliev
OnePlus Buds 4 review: bangers
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OnePlus Buds 4 review: bangers

Preslav Kateliev
8.0
Samsung’s next-level devices are here: incredible Z Fold 7, pristine Z Flip 7, and most advanced Galaxy Watch yet
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Samsung’s next-level devices are here: incredible Z Fold 7, pristine Z Flip 7, and most advanced Galaxy Watch yet

Preslav Kateliev
Extreme durability, unmissable style — Pitaka’s new Cadmyra material is excellent for MagSafe wallets!
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Extreme durability, unmissable style — Pitaka’s new Cadmyra material is excellent for MagSafe wallets!

Preslav Kateliev
Ultra-slim powerbanks, massive discounts: Baseus PicoGo on Amazon
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Ultra-slim powerbanks, massive discounts: Baseus PicoGo on Amazon

Preslav Kateliev
The Z Fold makes the ultimate sacrifice in order to survive

The Z Fold makes the ultimate sacrifice in order to survive

Preslav Kateliev
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Galaxy Watch 8: it's back, but why?
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Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Galaxy Watch 8: it's back, but why?

Preslav Kateliev
Smart earbuds for the office workday: record, annotate, enjoy music, 20% or more off!
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Smart earbuds for the office workday: record, annotate, enjoy music, 20% or more off!

Preslav Kateliev
Nothing Phone (3) vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: flagship vibes vs smart mid-range
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Nothing Phone (3) vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: flagship vibes vs smart mid-range

Preslav Kateliev
Nothing Phone (3) review: "Finally!", but also "Oh no!"
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Nothing Phone (3) review: "Finally!", but also "Oh no!"

Preslav Kateliev
6.8
Baseus earbuds: excellent prices on open-design, and in-ears
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Baseus earbuds: excellent prices on open-design, and in-ears

Preslav Kateliev
Nothing Headphone (1) vs AirPods Max: the Android AirPods?
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Nothing Headphone (1) vs AirPods Max: the Android AirPods?

Preslav Kateliev
Nothing Headphone (1) review: the wow factor
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Nothing Headphone (1) review: the wow factor

Preslav Kateliev
8.0
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025): well, one of these is new
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Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025): well, one of these is new

Preslav Kateliev
AI Translation: the evolution so far, and where we are headed
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AI Translation: the evolution so far, and where we are headed

Preslav Kateliev
11-inch value tablet to take everywhere: Doogee Tab A9 Pro+
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11-inch value tablet to take everywhere: Doogee Tab A9 Pro+

Preslav Kateliev
Apple’s iPhones may just kill my favorite niche phone brand

Apple’s iPhones may just kill my favorite niche phone brand

Preslav Kateliev
Huawei FreeBuds 6 review: hype vs reality
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Huawei FreeBuds 6 review: hype vs reality

Preslav Kateliev
6.5
Parenting in the Digital Age just got a power-up: meet Bark
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Parenting in the Digital Age just got a power-up: meet Bark

Preslav Kateliev
Did Apple just rip off Google’s Pixel AI?

Did Apple just rip off Google’s Pixel AI?

Preslav Kateliev
The affordable MacBook Upgrade Program that’s built for Apple lovers
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The affordable MacBook Upgrade Program that’s built for Apple lovers

Preslav Kateliev
The smart office buddy tablet: Doogee G6+ serves loyally, doesn’t break the bank
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The smart office buddy tablet: Doogee G6+ serves loyally, doesn’t break the bank

Preslav Kateliev
2025 is the year Apple silently admits its mistakes

2025 is the year Apple silently admits its mistakes

Preslav Kateliev
The Biggest Update to iPadOS 26 is NOT the new floating apps

The Biggest Update to iPadOS 26 is NOT the new floating apps

Preslav Kateliev
Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 9: are two years enough to evolve?
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 9: are two years enough to evolve?

Preslav Kateliev
Can you record hybrid meetings (in-person and online attendance)? Yes — with Viaim!
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Can you record hybrid meetings (in-person and online attendance)? Yes — with Viaim!

Preslav Kateliev
Motorola Razr (2025) vs Razr Ultra (2025): one is a pretty cover, the other is the whole package
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Motorola Razr (2025) vs Razr Ultra (2025): one is a pretty cover, the other is the whole package

Preslav Kateliev
It’s absurd that Sony expects this marketing strategy to work

It’s absurd that Sony expects this marketing strategy to work

Preslav Kateliev
The Sony Xperia 1 VII has a unique feature, it's a shame that it's bad

The Sony Xperia 1 VII has a unique feature, it's a shame that it's bad

Preslav Kateliev
This summer: skip expensive roaming fees — not the waves
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This summer: skip expensive roaming fees — not the waves

Preslav Kateliev
Sony Xperia 1 VII review: great hardware...
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Sony Xperia 1 VII review: great hardware...

Preslav Kateliev
7.2
Galaxy S25 Edge: a 5.8mm bullet to the heart of what the Edge used to stand for

Galaxy S25 Edge: a 5.8mm bullet to the heart of what the Edge used to stand for

Preslav Kateliev
I thought nothing could impress me nowadays. But Nothing did!

I thought nothing could impress me nowadays. But Nothing did!

Preslav Kateliev
It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market UK flash sales!
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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market UK flash sales!

Preslav Kateliev
It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market flash sales!
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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market flash sales!

Preslav Kateliev
CMF Phone 2 Pro vs Nothing Phone (3a): OK, what are we looking at?
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CMF Phone 2 Pro vs Nothing Phone (3a): OK, what are we looking at?

Preslav Kateliev
Google Pixel 9a review: the best candidate for your $500?
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Google Pixel 9a review: the best candidate for your $500?

Preslav Kateliev
7.0
iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a: which mini flagship to care about?
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iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a: which mini flagship to care about?

Preslav Kateliev
New phone, old tricks: the iPhone 16e’s hidden camera downgrades

New phone, old tricks: the iPhone 16e’s hidden camera downgrades

Preslav Kateliev
Have a Qi2 phone? Enjoy the benefits of MagSafe with these excellent Baseus Ultra Slim power banks!
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Have a Qi2 phone? Enjoy the benefits of MagSafe with these excellent Baseus Ultra Slim power banks!

Preslav Kateliev
Ultimate phone data plan, no extra fees, and a 5-year price guarantee!
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Ultimate phone data plan, no extra fees, and a 5-year price guarantee!

Preslav Kateliev
FCC OKs Cingular\'s purchase of AT&T Wireless