The Minimal Phone 2 looks dramatically better than the original, and I’m genuinely here for it

A metal frame replacing plastic, a refined keyboard, cleaner proportions, and a look that borrows from iPhone 5s and BlackBerry in ways that actually make sense for a digital detox device.

The EU says TikTok still isn’t doing enough to protect kids

The European Commission says TikTok may be violating the Digital Services Act by failing to adequately protect minors’ accounts and privacy on the platform.

Qualcomm is set to ratchet up chip prices in September, and your next gadget upgrade could bear the brunt

Qualcomm notified customers on July 24, 2026 of double-digit chip price increases taking effect September 1, citing an inability to absorb further supplier cost increases.

Enter the wrong PIN 13 times and your Galaxy phone is locked for good

Galaxy devices launching with One UI 9.0 will permanently lock after 13 failed PIN attempts, leaving a factory reset as the only way back in.

Stop fighting with your roomie over outlets and get one of these multi-port chargers before you head back to school

Your room has one outlet and too many devices fighting over it. I’ve picked out five multi-port chargers worth adding to your back to school shopping list, from a pocket-sized option to a six-port station that can power all the devices you own at the s…

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: which foldable should you choose?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: which foldable should you choose?

Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra live up to its name, or is the smaller model a better choice? We highlight their key differences.

Back-to-school phone shopping on a tight budget? Here’s the one phone I’d recommend without hesitation

Back to school shopping usually means picking from a handful of solid budget options. This year, however, there aren’t many options, with one solid pick I’d recommend for the school year ahead, plus a strong alternative with a catch.

5 mid-range phones I’d recommend you spend your Back-to-School budget on

Shopping for a new phone before the school year starts? Here are five mid-range picks that deliver the flagship-feel without the flagship price tag.

After four generations of camera stagnation, the Galaxy S27 might finally get a new main sensor

Samsung is reportedly testing a 50MP Sony main sensor for the Galaxy S27 and S27+, although the 12MP ultrawide may remain unchanged.

Google confirms Pixel 11 prices are going up as RAM costs spiral

Google has confirmed price increases across the Pixel family as RAM costs surge, while working to make Android run well with less memory.