Do international phones work in the U.S.? By Adam Ismail published 25 October 22 As tempting as it is to import a hot new phone that's only available overseas, it can be a frustrating process. Here's what to watch out for.
What is Mint Mobile, and is it worth it? By Jordan Palmer last updated 15 March 23 Mint Mobile offers big savings on your wireless bill if you buy months of service up front. Here's what you need to know.
When does an old smartphone become unsafe to use? By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 November 22 Android and iOS devices have safe working lifespans of different lengths – here's what you need to know.
iPhone 14 Pro always-on display: What it is and how it works By Richard Priday last updated 10 September 22 Apple has at long last added always-on display capabilities to the iPhone 14 Pro. Here's how it works.
Xfinity Mobile: What is it and is it worth it? By Jordan Palmer last updated 16 November 22 Comcast offers wireless phone service through Xfinity Mobile. We look at what the service provides and whether it’s a good value.
MVNOs: What are they and what are the best options? By Alex Hughes last updated 25 January 23 With most major US carriers being classed as MVNOs, what exactly are you getting for cell phone service? We explain what MVNOs are and which ones use the networks of Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.
Google Pixel 6 problems — fingerprint sensor, flickering displays and more By Jordan Palmer last updated 13 May 22 The Google Pixel 6 is great, but it's not without fault. Here's a roundup of all the known issues and possible solutions when available.
Google Pixel 6 camera upgrades: Here's everything that's new By Jordan Palmer published 21 October 21 Google wants the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro to be the best camera phones, and from all appearances, it might just succeed. Here's everything that's new with the Pixel 6 cameras.
iPhone 13: What are Photographic Styles and how do they work? By Jordan Palmer published 6 October 21 Apple introduced Photographic Styles with the iPhone 13. These act like real-time filters, allowing you to make rather significant photo edits before taking the photo. Here's how they work.
What is OLED? By Don Reisinger last updated 19 March 22 In the land of high-end displays, OLED — or organic light-emitting diode — technology is considered the pinnacle of picture quality.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 battery life tested — we have bad news By Jordan Palmer last updated 24 August 21 The Galaxy Z Flip 3's small battery doesn't perform well in our testing, lasting a few hours less than competing flagships.
AT&T MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option? By Alex Hughes published 13 July 21 A host of carriers use AT&T's network — should you consider them for wireless phone service?
T-Mobile MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option? By Alex Hughes published 13 July 21 There are plenty of great carriers considered a T-Mobile MVNO — but what does that mean, exactly?
Verizon MVNOs: What are they and which is the best option? By Alex Hughes last updated 18 June 21 A host of carriers use Verizon's network and coverage, but which of the Verizon MVNOs should you use?
I’ve been running the Android 12 preview for two weeks — here’s the pros and cons By Jordan Palmer published 13 March 21 Android 12's Developer Preview has been surprisingly stable for me, though it’s still not recommended to run it on your main device. We’ll go over why.
Android 11 released: Features, supported phones and more By Philip Michaels, Jordan Palmer published 8 February 21 Forget about betas — Android 11 is out. Here's all the new features it delivers, including what phones it works on right now.
What is the cheapest iPhone? By Philip Michaels published 24 November 20 You don't have to pay top dollar for an iPhone. Apple sells several models that cost hundreds of dollars less than the iPhone 12
iPhone 7 trade in: How much is your iPhone 7 / 7 Plus worth now? By Kate Kozuch published 17 August 20 iPhone 7 trade in values: Find out how much is your iPhone 7 / 7 Plus worth now.
Here's How Much the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus Cost By Louis Ramirez published 22 June 20 From carriers to retailers, here's how much you'll pay for the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.
T-Mobile and Sprint merger: Your questions answered By Philip Michaels published 1 April 20 The T-Mobile-Sprint merger is now a done deal. And we've got answers to your questions about how this impacts you.
What is an unlocked phone? Why you should consider one next By Adam Ismail, Caitlin McGarry published 3 February 20 Unlocked phones give you freedom from carrier contracts and payment plans. Here's everything you need to know before going unlocked.
Wireless charging FAQ: What it is and how to use it By Richard Priday published 25 January 20 Wireless charging is available on an increasing number of phones. Here’s how this feature works and how to best use it.
What is a SIM card: What it does, how it works and why your phone needs one By Don Reisinger published 29 December 19 Every smartphone needs a SIM card to do its job. But maybe you don’t quite know what a SIM card is or how it works. Here’s a handy guide to everything a SIM card can do.
Snapdragon 865 revealed: 6 ways it will transform flagship phones By Philip Michaels last updated 13 February 20 The Snapdragon 865 will power most of 2020's top Android phones. Here's a closer look at the features you can expect from Qualcomm's latest mobile processing platform.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 vs. Note 10 Plus: Which one should you buy? By Adam Ismail last updated 30 March 20 We break down the differences between Samsung's two new phablets — from size and performance to battery and cameras.
How Much Is Your iPhone 6 / 6 Plus / 6s / 6s Plus Worth Now? By Don Reisinger, Philip Michaels published 10 September 19 Looking to trade in your iPhone 6 or 6 Plus? We break down how much your handset will get you at Amazon, Gazelle, Walmart and others.
Top 7 Android 10 Features That You Should Try First By Richard Priday published 5 September 19 Android 10 is now available, at least for some phones. We've got a few favorite new features in Android 10 that you need to check out.
Galaxy Note 10 Fast Charging Tested: Here's How Fast It Juices Up By Adam Ismail published 23 August 19 Everything you need to know about fast charging on Samsung's latest phablet.
Galaxy Note 10 Colors: Your Best Options and Where to Get Them By Richard Priday last updated 16 July 20 Some colors are available on all Galaxy Note 10 models everywhere, but others are tied to one version and one retailer. Here's our guide to picking a Galaxy Note 10 color.
Vodafone 5G Rollout: Locations, Phones, Price and More By Richard Priday published 16 August 19 What we know so far about Vodafone’s upcoming next-generation mobile network.