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I tested Google Maps vs Apple Maps to see which offers the best public transportation experience — here’s what happened
By Josh Render published
Which mapping software works best when you add public transit to the mix? I tested Google Maps and Apple Maps to find out.

Your kid's first iPhone doesn't have to be the newest model — this is the one I'd recommend
By Philip Michaels published
Turning to an older model like the iPhone 15 is a great way to get your kids a solid first phone without spending a bundle.

Apple’s software roadmap through iOS 28 leaks — here’s what could be coming to your iPhone
By Scott Younker published
A leaked Apple roadmap appears to reveal new features coming for iOS 26.4, iOS 27 and even iOS 28.

iOS 26.2 is ready for download — here’s the latest changes for your iPhone
By Scott Younker published
Apple just released iOS 26.2 for iPhones, with the update delivering a number of changes and improvements.

Apple’s first foldable could hit Google and Samsung hard in 2026 — here’s what the numbers say
By Josh Render last updated
The iPhone Fold is expected to help grow the foldable phone market when it releases, but also take a noticeable share of the sales.

I think phone makers should bring back replaceable batteries in budget phones — here’s why
By Josh Render last updated
Affordable phones often struggle to find a way to stand out apart from their price. However, I think one potential area has to be offering a replaceable battery.

RAMageddon is finally coming for your smartphones and laptops according to new report
By Scott Younker last updated
A new analyst report indicates that smartphone and laptop makers are starting to feel the crunch of the RAM crisis, which could lead to higher prices and worse specs.

Best phone battery life in 2025: The longest lasting smartphones
By Philip Michaels last updated
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.
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