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Foldable phones aren’t big news anymore. It’s been seven years since Samsung launched the first Galaxy Fold – and ran into a bunch of challenges back then. But foldables have gotten much better since. They’ve gained more advanced screens, slimmer designs and all the things you’d expect from a modern phone. Still, compared to regular smartphones,…

Your phone is more versatile than you think — even that old one that’s been gathering dust for a few years in your drawer. With just a few tweaks and the right apps, you can pretty much give your old phone a new lease on life. One of the interesting things you can do with…

Bluetooth allows for all manner of creature comforts, from hands-free calls to wireless headphones. However, few tech conveniences can go without drawbacks, and Bluetooth is no exception. At a time when personal data is a hot commodity, it’s best to exercise caution.

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Few companies are pushing back against the black, oblong smartphone design hegemony in 2026, but RugOne is one of them. It’s part of Ulefon, which has been pumping out ruggedized phones for a few years, and its newest phone, the Xsnap 7 Pro, is very rugged but has a magnetic removable camera unit that can…

Xiaomi kicked off its IFA 2026 showing with a new foldable and it’s another vote of confidence for the squisher foldable form factor, like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8. For now, however, the company is only letting press and visiting dignitaries stare at the Xiaomi Fold 18 Pro on display – no touching. We’ll hear…

Safe Mode has a lot of utility when it comes to troubleshooting Android phone problems and protecting your device from malware. When an Android is in Safe Mode, all third-party apps are disabled, and Airplane Mode is activated. This means it’s much easier to isolate a new app that may be causing problems like lag…

We test dozens of phones each year, but only a few come out on top. From Apple’s iPhone 17 family to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series to the latest foldable phones, there’s a range of options for different needs and budgets. The best phones on this list have outstanding battery life, cameras that take stunning photos…

If your phone’s acting up or you’re transferring it to someone else, you’ll need to reset it.