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The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone change for daylight saving time automatically?

November 5, 2023, marks the end of daylight saving time, and most smartphone clocks will spring ahead one hour automatically. Here's how to do it, just in case.
An iPhone 15 Pro in Blue Titanium (left) and Google Pixel 8 Pro in Porcelain showing camera modules.

I tested the Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro. This one has the best camera

Apple Watch Series 7 next to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

The best smartwatches in 2023: our 12 favorites

Hinge view of OnePlus Open foldable phone.

2023’s newest folding phone is already putting Samsung to shame

The Google Pixel Watch 2's charging puck.

There might be something wrong with the Google Pixel Watch 2

A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro horizontally.

This one Google Pixel 8 Pro feature is driving me crazy

A person holding the Google Pixel 8 showing the screen.

Have an Android phone? You can get unlimited 5G service for free

Android 14 logo on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Don’t update your Pixel phone — a new Android update might break it

The Pixel Watch on a person's wrist.

The original Google Pixel Watch is a great buy while it’s $80 off

The Google Pixel 8 with the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 6.

Google’s Pixel phones are in trouble

A rose Google Pixel 8 (left) held in hand with a green iPhone 15.

Google Pixel 8 vs. iPhone 15: did Google finally beat Apple?

Disney+ app on the iPad Air 5.

The best tablets in 2023: top 11 tablets you can buy now

App icons on the Apple TV homescreen.

Everyone is missing the point on streaming video

Asking whether streaming video is still worth it is very much asking the wrong question. At least if you care about your own control and flexibility.
OnePlus Open in Emerald Dusk showing camera bump.

For a $1,700 folding phone, the OnePlus Open has one big flaw

OnePlus recently released its first foldable, the OnePlus Open. While it's a pretty great device, there is one big flaw with the design.
5G logo on the Motorola Edge (2022).

The best prepaid cell phone plans in 2023: the 7 best ones

Looking to save money on your cell phone plan? We cover the best prepaid plan options and explain precisely what you get for your money.
Possible renders showing the Google Pixel 8a.

Google Pixel 8a: news, rumored price, release date, and more

The Google Pixel 8a is likely in development and should arrive sometime in 2024. Here's a look at the latest rumors and everything we know (so far).
The back of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, showing its green color.

The best phones in 2023: our 15 favorite smartphones right now

Here are the best smartphones on the market today, from the iPhone 15 to the Galaxy S23. if you're shopping for a new phone, this roundup is for you.
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I just spent $100 on Google Photos for a ridiculous reason

Google Photos is one of the best cloud photo libraries around — and I just spent $100 on it for a very silly reason.
OnePlus Pad with official Stylo pencil stylus on a wooden table.

The best Android tablets in 2023: the 10 best ones you can buy

Picking the right Android tablet can be difficult. We've rounded up all of the best Android tablets available now so you can find the one that's right for you.
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I’d recommend these early Black Friday phone deals if you can’t wait

There are some early Black Friday phone deals that you can shop right now, including massive discounts for Apple's iPhones and Samsung's Galaxy smartphones.
Someone holding the Motorola Edge (2023) next to the Google Pixel 8.

Motorola’s latest Android phone is (almost) a Google Pixel 8 killer

The Google Pixel 8 just got a new competitor in the form of the Motorola Edge (2023). But is it any good? I used it to find out.
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with the display turned on.

The best Android phones in 2023: the 16 best ones you can buy

If you’re an Android fan in search of a new smartphone, then allow us to find the perfect partner. Here are the best Android phones at various prices.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of their face.

Google Pixel 8 Pro users are finding weird ways to use the phone

The Pixel 8 Pro's temperature sensor might sound like a solution searching for a problem, but users are finding practical scenarios where it's useful.
A person wearing the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro.

Forget the Google Pixel Watch 2 — I found a great alternative

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is a solid smartwatch. But what if it's too small for you? I found an alternative I think you'll really like.
Someone opening the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5.

The best folding phones in 2023: the 6 best you can buy

Are you finally ready to buy a folding phone? Here are the 6 best folding phones you can buy in 2023!
The OnePlus 11 held in a person's hand and seen from the back.

The OnePlus 12 may fix one of the OnePlus 11’s biggest mistakes

A new rumor about the OnePlus 12 says the phone may fix one of the biggest omissions from OnePlus' past two releases.
Someone holding the Bay blue Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I refuse to buy the Google Pixel 8 Pro, and it’s all Google’s fault

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is out, and as a longtime Pixel fan, I should be frothing at the mouth to get it. Only, I'm actually annoyed. Here's why.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8.

There’s something about the Google Pixel 8 that worries me

I've had the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro for a couple of weeks, and I quite like them. But there's something about them that worries me.
The Home Screen on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

OnePlus is about to put the Google Pixel 8 Pro to shame

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has one of the brightest displays available on a smartphone. However, that won't be the case for long.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ laying on pillows.

Samsung’s new $600 Android tablet is better than I expected

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus the Android tablet to get if you want a big screen at a good price? I used it to find out.
Person looking at text messages on smartphone.

How to send a text message to an email address

Want to know how to send text messages to email accounts? We have all the information to get you started.
OnePlus Open and Google Pixel Fold standing to show designs.

OnePlus Open vs. Google Pixel Fold: don’t buy the wrong folding phone

OnePlus just launched its very first foldable. How does it stack up against the Pixel Fold, which is also Google's first entry into the foldable market?
OnePlus Open in Emerald Dusk in hand.

OnePlus Open review: an excellent foldable, with a catch

The foldable market is growing, this time with OnePlus joining the fray. How does the OnePlus Open fare? Let's find out.
A person taking a photo with the Google Pixel 8.

Google Pixel 8 review: better than the Pixel 8 Pro?

The case for choosing the Google Pixel 8 over the Pixel 8 Pro is stronger than ever, as its camera, battery, and software all impress in our review.

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