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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus leak reveals camera bump — and it's out of control

By Mark Spoonauer

The Galaxy Note 20 Plus has leaked in a new set of renders, and the camera bump looks like a real eye sore.

Best iPhone SE 2020 deals in May

By Louis Ramirez

iPhone SE 2020 deals can be found everywhere. Here are the best iPhone SE deals you can get right now.

RedMagic 5G review

By Richard Priday

RedMagic's latest gaming phone offers enough power at the right price that even non-gamers might want to take a look.

Sony’s 5G-ready Xperia 1 II is coming to the US to battle Galaxy S20

By Philip Michaels

The Xperia 1 II arrives July 1 with 5G, impressive cameras, and a steep price.

Google Pixel 5 vs. iPhone 12: Which phone will win?

By Mark Spoonauer

The Google Pixel 5 will have a very tough rival in the iPhone 12. Here's how they're stacking up.

New iPhone 12: Release date, price, rumors and leaks

By Adam Ismail

The iPhone 12 promises to be the biggest upgrade in years. Here's everything you need to know.

Best Samsung Galaxy S20 deals in May 2020

By Louis Ramirez

Galaxy S20 deals can be found anywhere these days. So we're gathering the best Galaxy S20 deals from every retailer.

iPhone 12 Pro vs. Galaxy Note 20: Which phone will be the best of the year?

By Philip Michaels

Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro and Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20 will square off in a smartphone battle this fall. Here’s how the two phones stack up based on early rumors.

Best cell phone plans in 2020: The best options for your monthly smartphone service

By Philip Michaels

Looking for the best cell phone plan for your needs? We’ve rounded up the best choices for family plans, unlimited data and low-cost plans from prepaid carriers.

iPhone XR review

By Mark Spoonauer

Editor's Choice

The iPhone XR delivers fast performance, great cameras and longer battery life than other flagship phones, all in a colorful and affordable package.

How to remove Android bloatware

By Adam Ismail

Is bloatware bogging your Android phone down, cluttering up your menus and consuming valuable system resources? Here's how to fix that, step-by-step.

OnePlus Z release date, price, specs and leaks

By Philip Michaels

A budget-friendly OnePlus Z phone is reportedly on the way. Here's everything you need to know ahead of its rumored summer release.

Best phones in 2020

By Mark Spoonauer

Here are the best phones that we’ve tested, including the top Android phones, iPhones and cheap phones

The best camera phones in 2020

By Adam Ismail

These are the best camera phones based on our testing and face-offs between the top phones.

Forget Google Pixel 4a: The Pixel 3a just crashed to lowest price ever

By Adam Ismail

The Google Pixel 3a is still one of the best cheap phones there is, and now you can get it for up to $160 off, unlocked.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 design revealed in new renders — here's your first look

By Adam Ismail

A new render of the Galaxy Note 20 reportedly based on CAD drawings suggests Samsung is going to push the size of its next phablet even further than anyone anticipated.

Google Pixel 5 vs. Pixel 4a: The biggest differences to expect

By Adam Ismail

Google intends to shake things up in 2020 with the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a. Here’s how the two devices will differ.

Samsung Galaxy S21 may get this serious downgrade

By Adam Ismail

Displays are often one of the best aspects of any Samsung phone, but it seems the company may outsource panels for some Galaxy S21 models to keep those prices down.

Google Pixel 4a release date, specs, price and rumors

By Richard Priday

Google is making another cut-down version of its Pixel phones, called the Pixel 4a. Here’s what we’ve learned so far.

Google Pixel 5 release date, specs, price and rumors

By Sean Riley

The Google Pixel 5 should be the first phone with Android 11 while offering several hardware upgrades. Here's everything we know so far.

Google Pixel 4a release date just leaked — and it's bad news [Update]

By Roland Moore-Colyer

The Google Pixel 4a is slated for a July debut, but there’ll only be two color options and no XL version.

iPhone SE is free with this amazing T-Mobile Memorial Day sale

By Philip Michaels

Trade-in an eligible phone and you'll get $400 in credits to pay off Apple's stellar budget phone.

Best small phones of 2020: Top picks under 6 inches

By Adam Ismail

Don't want an oversized screen that makes one-handed use difficult? Here are the best small phones with displays under 6 inches.

Apple and Google contact tracing already looks like a failure

By Kelly Woo

Apple and Google's contact tracing tech for COVID-19 already faces major problems

iPhone 12 leak reveals camera details for all four models — and a surprise upgrade

By Mark Spoonauer

A new report reveals the camera setups for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro lineup as well as a new wide-angle lens.

Galaxy S20 Tactical Edition looks indestructible — and has night vision mode

By Richard Priday

Samsung's Galaxy S20 Tactical Edition makes the S20 a genuine military tool with the addition of night vision mode, improved security, additional connectivity options and a super tough case.