Apple iPhone: The Gadget That Rewired Modern Life
The iPhone redefined technology and culture. More than a phone, it merged music, communication, and the web – transforming not just gadgets, but how we connect and create.
Smartphone market slows worldwide, Apple and Samsung still lead the pack
The third quarter of consecutive slowed growth
Google Play shrinks by 47 percent following Android's store policy overhaul
Last year Google blocked 2.36 million apps that violated store policies
Google offers free repairs or payouts for Pixel 7a devices with battery issues
The program offers eligible users a free battery replacement or the option to return their phones, depending on region and warranty status. In the US, Google provides mail-in and walk-in repairs. Where repairs aren't available, in-warranty users can receive $456, while out-of-warranty users can choose a $200 payment or a $300 Google Store discount. Signs of battery swelling include device bulging, back cover separation, and rapid battery drain.
Google is shelling out big bucks to put Gemini AI on Samsung devices
Turning your business into a monopoly can actually cost quite a lot, it seems
Mass phone tracking via cell tower dumps ruled unconstitutional
Phone dragnet violates Fourth Amendment, says court
EU provides burner phones to officials traveling to US amid espionage concerns
Washington isn't Beijing, but you can never be too careful
Android phones will auto-reboot after 3 days of inactivity
Frustrating criminals and law enforcement
Trump administration exempts phones, computers, CPUs, memory, and chipmaking tools from sweeping tariffs
The exemptions cover $390 billion in yearly US imports
Why it matters: The Trump administration has granted a reprieve to global technology manufacturers by exempting smartphones, laptops, CPUs, memory chips, and electronics to make semiconductors from its sweeping tariffs on imports – a move that could ease pressure on companies like Apple and Nvidia while offering relief to consumers.
Survey reveals most people panic when their phone battery drops to 38%
Older generations are more lax regarding battery life
The Pixel 9a could be the best Android phone you can get for $499
Starting at $499, the Pixel 9a delivers excellent battery life, strong performance, impressive cameras, and a durable IP68-rated build. With seven years of software updates, its understated design hardly matters.
Google Pixel 9a reviews are already live, days ahead of official unveiling
A new look, a big battery, and seven years of updates
Google's mandatory Pixel 4a update linked to overheating hazard
The big picture: Google unexpectedly released a firmware update for the Pixel 4a smartphone earlier this year. Many users reported that the update made their devices unreliable or even unusable, leading them to question whether it was truly necessary. Now, an Australian organization has revealed the real reason behind the update.
Foldable iPhone tipped to debut in 2026 with an astronomical price tag
Touch ID might make a comeback
Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro to launch in the US, starting at $379
On sale from March 11
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: A Leica-powered camera phone built for photography enthusiasts
Four rear-facing cameras
Tecno Spark Slim concept phone is less than 6 millimeters thick
How thin is too thin?
Google's latest Pixel 9 Pro XL hits record-low at $799
The Pixel 9 Pro XL is Google's flagship phone, featuring a 6.8" Super Actua display and an impressive camera system, powered by the Tensor G4 chip with advanced AI capabilities.
Google and Qualcomm offering up to eight years of updates on newer Android devices
Device makers will ultimately decide if customers can enjoy the extra updates
This 1.9-pound smartphone battery life can be measured in months
A brick in every sense of the word
Apple launches iPhone 16e: a cheaper iPhone 16 or a more expensive SE?
Apple's most affordable iPhone now starts at $599
The big picture: Apple has introduced a redesigned version of its entry-level iPhone that is also debuting new branding. The iPhone 16e is based on the flat-edge design that Apple reintroduced with the iPhone 12 and comes packed with modern hardware and software capabilities – but at a price point that significantly increases the cost of entry compared to the old SE.
The rise of on-device AI is reshaping the future of PCs and smartphones
How AI is moving from the cloud to your devices
Samsung set to unveil tri-fold phone that transforms into 10-inch tablet
G-shaped tri-fold design opens into a 9.96-inch tablet display
Oppo Find N5 arrives next week: thinnest foldable so far with an almost invisible crease
Barely thicker than a USB-C port
Redesigned iPhone SE 4 could debut next week with major changes, AI features
The next budget iPhone may be priced higher than the outgoing model