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Your Motorola phone might soon get a big search upgrade
Following in the footsteps of brands such as Xiaomi and Honor, Motorola has also decided to make a very helpful feature available to its users
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iPhone users report extreme battery drain bug
Users who have upgraded to iOS 18 are suffering from the bug but there may be a natural reason
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Honor Magic 7 series debuts in China
Both the Magic 7 and Magic 7 Pro have been launched in China, with the global release expected to follow up in the coming month
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Asus ROG Phone 9 launch confirmed, among first to debut with Snapdragon 8 Elite
The next generation of gaming phones from Asus is coming soon, as one of the first with brand-new flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset
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Qualcomm unveils the chip that will power many of 2025's best phones
The Snapdragon 8 Elite is a direct successor to last year's 8 Gen 3, but the rebranding isn't the only significant change this year
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is joined by a Special Edition
Faced with rivals such as the Honor Magic V3 and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Samsung unveils the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, which aims to win the title of best foldable phone
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What is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition? We compare with the Z Fold 6
Discover how the new Special Edition foldable differs in design, camera, and performance to see which foldable phone suits your needs
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FCC says all US smartphones must work with hearing aids
A new FCC order mandates hearing aid compatibility and clearer product labeling, plus better connection standards.
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Xiaomi might launch its first tri-fold phone next year
It looks like the next big trend in the foldables market will be tri-fold phones. The latest rumours claim that Xiaomi is already working on its own model
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Pixel owners get big free upgrade in latest Pixel Feature Drop
If you own a Pixel phone, tablet, smartwatch or headphones, you're in for a treat with Google's latest update
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These are the phones getting Android 15 first
The mass rollout of Android 15 is already underway and, as usual, Google's Pixel phones are first in line for the big update
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Android may soon be able to run Linux apps easily
Newly-spotted commits in Android's open source code point to an easy-to-download Linux VM available from the Settings menu.
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Do I need antivirus on an iPad or iPhone?
Is an antivirus app essential for iPhones and iPads? While they may not be as vulnerable as Android devices, you should consider protecting your devices
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WhatsApp users, get ready for a free customisation upgrade
The WhatsApp app looks largely the same for everyone, but a new update rolling out to Android phones will change that
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The iPhone might finally get one of its most requested features
Ever given someone your iPhone and winced as they accessed all your personal stuff? Apple's new patent would solve this problem
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Is LG about to start making phones again?
More than three years after it stopped making smartphones, there are signs that LG might be gearing up for a return
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It's official: Android phone owners upgrade more often than iPhone users
Research suggests most people hold on to their iPhone for several years before getting a new one. The time between upgrades is smaller on Android
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Time to update: iOS 18.0.1 contains important bug fixes
The latest software for your iPhone is here and here's why you should upgrade and how to download it
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Your Android phone could be getting a big free security upgrade
Google is reported to be stepping up its game in device security, with many Android devices set to benefit
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Android or iPhone? How to decide which is right for you
When buying a new smartphone, software will be your first decision. Here's how to figure out if Android or iOS is best suited to you
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US judge forces Google to let third-party app stores on the Play Store
If the injunction stands, Google will be forced to let companies like Epic and Amazon distribute their own stores, and all developers will have alternatives to Google for in-app purchases.
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MediaTek reveals the chip that might power your next Android flagship
The Dimensity 9400 will go head-to-head with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, with performance, power efficiency and AI all top of MediaTek's agenda
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When is the next Apple event and what will be announced?
A rumour suggests Apple will be holding another launch event this month, with no fewer than five new devices expected to launch
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YouTube Shorts won't be quite so short soon
You'll soon be able to create much longer short-form videos on the site, though the limit will still be well behind main rival TikTok
Opinion
A cheaper S24+? The Galaxy S24 FE is a little more complicated
As the cheapest Galaxy S24 phone, the S24 FE is the new baseline for Galaxy AI smarts, but does it do enough to appeal to its target audience?
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Some Samsung Galaxy phones bootloop after latest update
Various models of the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 are getting borked, and the only fix appears to be a factory reset, wiping out user data.
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Samsung might never launch the Galaxy S26
Samsung's new flagship tablet lineup is missing the regular model, and now it looks like the company's 2026 flagships will take a similar approach
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RCS for iPhone is being rolled out at a crawl
Despite iOS 18, only a few operators in Europe and the US support Rich Communication Services
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Video calls in Whatsapp will soon offer filters and backgrounds
You don't have to worry about how tidy your room is before jumping onto a video call
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Samsung's Galaxy A16 to set new standard for software support
The Galaxy A16 and A16 5G are both expected later this year, complete with an improved commitment to updates that beats all rivals
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Not updated to iOS 18 yet? Read this first
iOS 18 is available as a free update for all compatible iPhones now, but there are a few things you should consider before installing it
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Problems with the touch screen affect iPhone 16 Pro and older models
The strange bug seems to be down to iOS 18 and is also affecting the Camera Button
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There's an even better Galaxy Z Fold 6 coming, but you can't have it
A larger, slimmer and better-equipped version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 may be on the horizon, but even if it comes out, you probably won't be able to buy it
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It's time for Android phones to embrace Apple's MagSafe
Loathe as I am to admit it, MagSafe is great. Why are Android manufacturers dragging their feet on the MagSafe-compatible Qi2 wireless charging standard?
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Xiaomi's Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ launch in China with huge batteries
Only the two Pro models have been unveiled so far, but a good balance of specs and affordability means the Note 14 range is off to a strong start
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Motorola might be working on a budget Razr 50s flip phone
Motorola's new flagship flip phone is an upgrade over its predecessor in several key areas, yet it still manages to be cheaper in the UK
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Samsung's new Galaxy S24 FE is a cheaper, less powerful Galaxy S24+
The S24 FE has arrived more than eight months after the other Galaxy S24 phones, but is the cheapest handset in the range too much of a downgrade?
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The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE gets 3 key upgrades, including one big one
Samsung's latest fan edition smartphone has landed and it improves on its predecessor in these areas
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Xiaomi's new 14T and 14T Pro include key Pixel 9 software features
Xiaomi's next generation of upper mid-range phones has launched globally, with performance and photography both getting a significant upgrade
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Xiaomi Mix Flip arrives in Europe to take on the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Razr 50 Ultra
Xiaomi's first flip phone has launched in Europe after an initial Chinese release, and it looks like a compelling alternative to Samsung and Motorola
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This new flip phone's unique feature is a conversation starter
The Xiaomi Mix Flip has officially launched on UK soil, and there's one quirky feature that I didn't think I'd get lots of use out of… until I started testing
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Best eco-friendly phones 2024: Sustainability at their core
Here are our pick of the most environmentally forward smartphones today; through their use of green design, long software commitments, ethical life-cycle manufacturing and more.
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Huawei's Mate XT Ultimate is the world's first tri-fold phone
Huawei has unveiled its latest foldable, the Mate XT Ultimate, which is the first publicly released phone in the world that can fold into thirds
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Your phone could be about to get a huge search upgrade
One very useful Android feature is currently exclusive to Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones, but other Android handsets look set to benefit soon
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iPhone 16 far more repairable thanks to electrically deactivated glue
Apple's new glue makes it super easy, barely an inconvenience to remove the battery, no pull tabs or cutting ribbons requied.
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Samsung phones might lose wireless charging after patent battle loss
A long-simmering patent battle over wireless charging has Samsung on the hook for almost 200 million dollars.
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Apple's latest iPhone 16 series has hit the shelves
The iPhone 16 series has bigger screens, longer battery life and new machine-learning abilities, and it's available to buy right now
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I just tried the phone science fiction has promised us for years
It might be a China-exclusive for the time being, but the Huawei Mate XT may have just laid the path for where foldables go next
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