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Nadeem Sarwar

Nadeem Sarwar

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Nadeem is a tech journalist who started reading about cool smartphone tech out of curiosity and soon started writing professionally. Aside from keeping a track of the latest developments in the segment, he also tests out the newest gizmos, serves hot opinions about disastrous product decisions, and occasionally talks to smarter people for stories that connect tech with our lives. His work has appeared at reputed outlets like WIRED, Rest Of World, and NDTV, among others. When he's not busy furiously typing on his precious mechanical keyboard, he likes to play Doom Eternal and cooks weird delicacies.

Hinge view of OnePlus Open foldable phone.

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

The OnePlus Open is one of the newest folding phones to hit the scene — and it's already beating Samsung in a big way.
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The Google Pixel Watch 2's charging puck.

There might be something wrong with the Google Pixel Watch 2

The Google Pixel Watch 2 just launched last month, but there's already a problem with it: some users can't get it to charge. Here's what's going on.
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Exercise data showing on the Apple Watch Series 9.

The Apple Watch could get two amazing health features next year

The next Apple Watch in 2024 will reportedly be able to measure anomalies in a person's blood pressure levels and detect signs of sleep apnea.
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The iPhone 15 Pro Max's camera module.

Apple did something surprising with the iPhone last night

Last night's Apple event was all about new Macs. But the iPhone also made a surprise appearance, and Apple did something pretty impressive with it.
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Android 14 logo on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

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

Have a Google Pixel phone? Get a new Android 14 update? You may want to hold off on updating for now.
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The Google Pixel 8 with the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 6.

Google’s Pixel phones are in trouble

Google's Pixel phones are great, especially the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. But they're also facing serious problems that are hard to overlook.
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Motorola adaptive display concept on wrist.

This amazing concept phone from Motorola just made my jaw drop

Motorola just showcased an Android concept that doubles as a smartwatch. Tacky? Yes. Do I want one? Desperately so!
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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.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is here, and it’s a big deal for Android phones

Qualcomm just announced its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip for Android phones. From new AI tools to gaming upgrades, it looks like a big deal.
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Renders of the OnePlus Open next to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5.

OnePlus Open vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: a really close call

The OnePlus Open is an incredible folding phone from OnePlus. But can it seriously compete with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5? We found out.
Mobile Products
USB-C port on Apple Pencil

The USB-C Apple Pencil fixes an iPad problem I’ve had for years

The Apple Pencil (USB-C) is a weird mix of omissions and conveniences. But beyond the value factor, it fixes an embarrassingly inconvenient design flaw.
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Notifications shown on the Google Pixel Watch 2's screen.

Google and Qualcomm are changing Wear OS smartwatches forever

Google and Qualcomm have joined to build Wear OS around the RISC-V open source ecosystem. It offers hope for better smartwatches.
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Logging into a Google account with passkeys on an iPhone.

Google is killing your passwords, and security experts are (mostly) happy

Google is pushing for users to set passkeys as the default log-in option. A former FBI expert says it's good progress, but you should still be cautious.
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Setting up an Android phone as a webcam.

How to easily turn your Android phone into a killer webcam

Android 14 turns your phone into a webcam. It’s a native solution and free from the hassle of an external app. Here’s how the whole system kicks into a action.
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The Motorola Edge (2023) displayed against a purple background.

Motorola just launched a new Android phone to take on the Pixel 8

Get ready for another new Android phone! Motorola just announced its Edge (2023) handset, and it's even cheaper than the new Google Pixel 8.
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A person holding the closed Motorola Razr 40.

Motorola’s newest folding phone is cheaper than the iPhone 15

Motorola is finally launching its Razr (2023) folding phone in the U.S. — and it's a lot cheaper than you'd expect.
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A close-up of the iPhone 14 Pro's camera module.

My iPhone just blew me away — and it’s not the new iPhone 15 Pro

Apple wants you get the fancy new iPhone 15 Pro Max. I took the iPhone 14 Pro to one of the world’s harshest places, and it stunned pro photojournalists.
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Renders of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra next to each other.

Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 UItra: don’t buy the wrong one

The Pixel 8 Pro targets an audience that wants the best of Android, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra sits at the hardware summit. Which one's best for you?
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Official artwork for Android 14 on a Pixel 7a.

I’ve been using Android 14 for months. Here’s why you’re going to love it

Android 14 doesn't offer a feature changelog that takes up a few volumes, but it makes subtle changes where it matters -- and without any major bugs to boot.
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Google Pixel 8 pro in white.

Google’s Pixel 8 trade-in deals are absolutely embarrassing

For all the love that the Pixel 8 series is receiving, the trade-in deals offered by Google for older Pixels have left loyal fans quite disappointed.
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Alleged render of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 just leaked with a few big surprises

Samsung appears to be making all the positive strides with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, but embracing a terrible Apple imitation for the standard Galaxy S24.
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Apple NameDrop in action.

Here’s what iOS 17’s coolest feature looks like in action

The new iOS 17 has a few nifty features to check out, but one of them — NameDrop — is particularly impressive. Here's what it looks like in action.
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Spotlight on iOS 17.

I’ve been using iOS 17 for months. These 4 new things are the best

iOS 17 focuses on core functions like calling, browsing, and search. After testing it all, here are the key changes that really lifted my smartphone routine.
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro with titanium frame.

The iPhone 15 Pro isn’t the iPhone upgrade I hoped it would be

Apple thinks a titanium frame and a blazing fast chip are the makings of a "Pro" iPhone. Except it's not. It's actually supremely disappointing.
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OnePlus Pad Go official imagery.

This is OnePlus’ next Android tablet — the OnePlus Pad Go

The OnePlus Pad Go is an affordable Android tablet that should impress with a sleek design and quality display. We have a first look at it.
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro next to iPhone 14 Pro.

iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: is it really worth upgrading?

The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest Pro iPhone you can buy. But if you already have the iPhone 14 Pro, do you really need to upgrade? Let's find out.
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Side rail of iPhone 15 Pro.

Apple just announced the iPhone 15 Pro. Was it worth the wait?

Following months and months of speculation, Apple has finally announced the iPhone 15 Pro. Here's what's new.
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Google Pixel 8 official render.

This Google Pixel 8 price rumor has me really, really worried

For the past couple of generations, Google's Pixel phones have dramatically undercut the competition. The Pixel 8 series might end that hot streak.
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Leaked OnePlus 12 product renders.

The OnePlus 12 just leaked again — and with an odd camera change

OnePlus is apparently not ready to serve a zoom camera upgrade on its next flagship killer, but it might add another piece of unconventional tech into the mix.
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OnePlus-11-Marble-Odyssey-Edition display view.

OnePlus has big news for September 25 — but it’s not a folding phone

OnePlus will have big news to share on September 25. But, unfortunately, it doesn't look like it has anything to do with its folding phone.
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Google Pixel 8 Pro leaked render.

Google accidentally leaked the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2

Google’s official online storefront briefly posted a marketing image depicting the Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel Watch 2 weeks ahead of the official launch.
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Galaxy Store listing of Galaxy Enhance-X app.

I found a secret AI photo-editing app for Samsung phones

There's a secret AI photo-editing app for Samsung phones called Galaxy Enhance-X. I tried it, and you absolutely should too.
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Leaked render of Nothing's upcoming CMF smartwatch.

If this is Nothing’s first smartwatch, I’m not interested

This may be our first look at the first smartwatch from Nothing. And if it is, I'm sorely disappointed.
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The side of the Apple Watch Ultra with the Solo Loop band.

Here’s why scientists really want you to clean your smartwatch

When's the last time you cleaned your smartwatch band? It's probably been a while, right? Here's why scientists want you to change that.
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