Samsung's latest phones have cool AI features, but they're not all enabled by default.
The Galaxy S24 series, Samsung's latest flagship devices, comes equipped with exclusive AI features for photo editing, real-time translatio…
Threads, the Twitter/X rival from Meta, is growing at a stable pace. The social network now has more than 150 million monthly active users — up from 130 million in February — Mark Zuckerberg mentioned during the company’s Q1 2024 earning…
Dirty earbuds are doing nothing good for your ears. Learn how to clean them now.
If you use your AirPods daily without cleaning them, it's almost like reusing a cotton swab -- gross, right?
Not only can dirt and earwax stick …
If you're looking to put a TV in a smaller room, our picks for the best 55-inch TVs include the best options out there.
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The iPhone is poised to make a foray into gen AI in 2024. Here's what's flying around in the iPhone 16 rumor mill.
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Meta’s move into the open social web, also known as the fediverse, is puzzling. Does the Facebook owner see open protocols as the future? Will it embrace the fediverse only to shut it down, shifting people back to its proprietary platforms…
There wasn't a single new iPad in 2023, but we're expecting plenty in 2024 -- starting very soon.
There hasn't been a new iPad since late 2022, but new models should be right around the corner. Apple's next event -- a virtual one, liv…
The future of TikTok is a bit fuzzy. Here are similar apps to give your attention to.
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The update brought new emoji, additional Stolen Device Protection options and more to your iPhone.
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You might want to put a stop to all those suggestion notifications, especially if you don't use the Journal app on iOS 17.
I use my iPhone to write down my thoughts and feelings all the time, mostly in the Notes app. Recently, Apple i…
Commentary: Apple and Google's bitter rivalry has helped each company improve. Here's why.
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If you want to take cool videos and photos of your next water adventure, you’ll need a camera that can keep up.
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The president has signed into law legislation that would effectively ban TikTok unless its Chinese parent company sells it. Here's what's next.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed into law legislation that could lead to an eventua…
The tech giant is building lightweight AI that's more power-efficient and can run on PCs and phones.
Many artificial intelligence tools need an internet connection to a massive computing datacenter in order to work. But Microsoft on T…
Apple's event invite provides strong indications that new iPads are coming soon.
We haven't seen a new iPad in years, but Apple seems likely to change that in just a few weeks. All signs point to the release of new iPad models in the …
If you want to make crystal-clear calls, check out our tested top picks for the best wireless earbuds and Bluetooth headphones.
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Most true-wireless earbuds work reasonably wel…
Keep your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 safe from bumps and scratches with one of the best cases on the market. Check out our tested top picks.
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This feature can give your device and data more protection from malicious actors.
When Apple released iOS 17.4 on March 5, the tech giant brought new features and bug fixes to your iPhone, like new emojis and virtual card numbers for …
Here's what you need to do if your iPhone won't get out of Emergency SOS mode.
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Before you plug in your iPhone, consider these factors that could speed up your charging.
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Meta opened the Quest Horizon OS to others, and now VR headsets from Asus, Lenovo and even an Xbox variant are on the way.
As the VR-AR wars heat up between Meta, Apple, Sony and eventually Google and Samsung, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg…
Apple's iOS update added these features to your iPhone.
While you get ready for Apple to release iOS 17.5, don't overlook the features Apple added to the iPhone with iOS 17.1. The company released the update to the public in October, …
Mother Nature can't surprise you when you're using these apps.
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The iOS 17 feature could lead to some confusing texts.
Apple released iOS 17.4 on March 5, and the update brought new features, including podcast transcripts and more Stolen Device Protection options, to your iPhone. When Apple …
We don't need to bring ink and paper into this.
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These VPNs let you stream your home country’s Netflix library from abroad or unblock foreign Netflix content for a greater variety of movies and TV shows.
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ExpressVPN is the best VPN for Net…
Does your phone say "SOS," "SOS only" or "Emergency calls only"? Here's what that means and what you can do to fix it.
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Whether you're using Apple's iMessage, RCS on Android or plin-old MMS, here's how to leave (or at least silence and hide) any kind of text conversation from your phone.
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Turn one AC outlet into many charging options with this bargain power strip and charging station combo.
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Some developers and beta testers can try all these features now.
Apple released the second iOS 17.5 beta to public beta testers on Wednesday, a day after the company released the beta to developers and more than a month after the rele…
From screen size to operating system to camera resolution, these are the factors to consider when buying a new phone.
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Not that you can't use it for entertainment, but Acer's compact, lightweight 14-inch Chromebook is just right for school and home office use.
Just about all the Acer Chromebooks -- from basic to premium -- I've tested over the years a…
Meta has released the latest entry in its Llama series of open generative AI models: Llama 3. Or, more accurately, the company has debuted two models in its new Llama 3 family, with the rest to come at an unspecified future date.
Meta d…
Apple has removed the Meta-owned end-to-end encrypted messaging app WhatsApp from its App Store in China following a government order citing national security concerns, the news agency Reuters reported Friday.
Meta’s newer, Twitter-esqu…
Samsung's new budget phone has a premium feel.
The Galaxy A35 5G starts at $400 and launches on April 18 in the US. It's Samsung's latest attempt to compete with phones like the Google Pixel 7A and Apple iPhone SE.
The Galaxy S24 m…
If you've wanted to journal but haven't gotten in the habit, this app could help you change that.
When Apple unveiled iOS 17 at its WWDC event in June, the Journal app drew a lot of attention. While Apple didn't release the app with iOS…
Apple finally updated its App Store guidelines to allow global developers to host retro game emulators on iOS. Now, you don’t need to jailbreak your iPhone or download any sketchy software — you can get a sophisticated emulator right in th…
Huawei's phone business has shown signs of recovery, but it's not yet back to where it was before US sanctions.
Huawei's new flagship Pura 70 series has a sleek and stylish design as well as multiple rear cameras. The company la…
Take advantage of these audio quality settings to improve your Spotify listening experience.
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Clean your digital files this spring instead of paying for more storage.
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Get the perfect audio companion for your PS5 with one of the best headsets available.
You don't have to keep using your TV's unimpressive speakers for your PlayStation 5 audio. Once you've tried a PS5 headset, you won't want to turn bac…
Sony simplifies its home theater offerings, including OLED and mini-LED TVs and some interesting speakers -- all under the Bravia name.
Sony fans, are you tired of endless strings of letters and numbers to designate products? Can'…
The internet giant is adding details about electric vehicle charging locations to help drivers plan stops in real time.
Google Maps is getting an upgrade, focused on helping electric vehicle owners keep their cars charged. And the com…
You can use the new Instagram Cutouts and Frames features on your stories and reels now.
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Avoiding ads with YouTube Premium costs $14 per month.
YouTube is making it tougher to use third-party, ad-blocking apps that go against its terms of service, the company said Monday. Trying to watch a video using such apps coul…
But the Camon 30 Premier 5G promises a half charge in just 16 minutes.
Chinese brand Tecno wants you to know its new flagship smartphone is all about the camera. The Camon 30 Premier 5G, unveiled Wednesday, features the company's own im…
If you're not happy with the order of the apps in your text messages, you can use this trick to change it.
Apple made a pretty significant change to how you access your apps from within your text messages when it released iOS 17 last ye…