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Honor Magic V3 review: The new book-style foldable to beat?
The Magic V3 offers the no-compromise foldable design many people have been dreaming of, but it’s not quite as successful in all key areas
News
Honor's Magic V3 launches in Europe as the world's thinnest foldable
Previously exclusive to China, the Magic V3 has finally arrived in Europe, and it's even thinner than the Magic V2
News
Android earthquake alerts are live across the United States
Google's system can detect earthquakes using distributed gyroscopic sensors in millions of phones.
News
Android app downloads just got a whole lot faster
The Google Play Store can now handle three app downloads at once, for both new installations and app updates.
How-To
How to tell if you've been blocked on Android
If your messages and calls aren't reaching someone, they may have blocked your number. Here's how to find out if your Android phone is on the naughty list.
How-To
How to set up a new Android phone
We guide you step-by-step through how to set up and activate an Android phone or tablet
News
Google's Pixel 9 phones are a nightmare to repair
Both iFixit and JerryRigEverything had to practically destroy the Pixel 9 XL and Pixel 9 Pro XL just to get the batteries out.
Opinion
Motorola’s Edge 50 Neo is something so few mid-range phones are… fun
With a quirky design and statement colour options, the Edge 50 Neo instantly stands out from the crowd. Here are my early impressions
News
Motorola unveils the Edge 50 and Edge 50 Neo
The Edge 50 Fusion, Edge 50 Pro and Edge 50 Ultra are already available, and now the Edge 50 and Edge 50 Neo join the family as well
News
Motorola's Edge 50 Neo is the cheapest phone with this key feature
Motorola has just unveiled the Edge 50 and Edge 50 Neo. The second of these smartphones is particularly eye-catching as it has a key feature often reserved only for flagships
News
Motorola's G35 and G55 phones are here to rival Samsung's Galaxy A series
Motorola has unveiled its latest G-series phones, and the pricing of the new handsets suggests they're going head-to-head with Samsung
Opinion
Can Motorola win its budget phone crown back?
I've tried the new Motorola G35 5G and G55 5G, but are they good enough to compete with the very best budget phones you can buy?
Feature
5 gadgets I took to Reading Festival and 1 I deemed unsafe
This is my tech survival kit for festivals, as well as a word of warning if you're thinking about taking a particular wearable
Feature
CMF vs Nothing: What's the difference?
Nothing has been a small but influential player in the consumer tech space in recent years and its sub-brand – CMF – looks to be using the same playbook, so how do they differ?
News
Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra could become the lightest luxury phone
Samsung seems to have slimmed down the phone quite a bit making the big phone a little easier to handle
News
Rumour: OnePlus 13 will have a huge battery
We can expect to find out more about mobile phone in the autumn
Feature
The 5 best apps for students
They say 'there's an app for that' and for students, there's an overwhelming amount of choice so here are our top picks to help you get the most out of your studies
News
Pixel owners will need to wait for Android 15
A Google message to beta users confirms that the final release of the software won't arrive until October.
How-To
How to turn on a phone with a broken power button
If the power button on your phone has stopped working, here are some ways to turn the phone on or off without using the button
How-To
How to get a Google student discount
It's quick and east to get a student discount on the Google store and it could save you hundreds
News
Xiaomi might make a phone without buttons and I already hate it
Recent leaks indicate that Xiaomi's "Zhuque" flagship device for 2025 might have no power or volume buttons. Gross
How-To
How to update Android apps
Having the latest Android apps ensures you have the newest features as well as bug fixes and even security patches
How-To
How to delete browsing history on Android
Browsers keep track of the websites you visit, but you can easily delete those records. Here's how to delete your browsing history on an Android phone or tablet
How-To
How do I get my Android phone out of safe mode?
If you use the inbuilt features on your Android phone to fix problems with the operating system or to clear a virus, follow this guide to figure out how to get it back to a normal state
Feature
Got a favourite Pixel 9 colour? Good luck trying to buy it
The Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL and 9 Pro Fold are available in several distinct colours, but that doesn't mean your preferred colour and model will match
Feature
The truth about Google Pixel 9 charging speeds
It might seem like all the Pixel 9 phones now come with 45W wired charging, but that's simply not true
Best Deals
Where to buy the Google Pixel 9 series in the UK and US
The Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL and 9 Pro Fold are all available to buy now, though only two of them have been released so far
Updated
The Pixel 9 and 9 Pro XL are on sale now, but you'll have to wait for the others
Google has staggered the release dates of its new flagships, with the 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold not available until September
Reviews
Motorola Razr 50 review: Flipping into contention
An expanded cover display and smart design brings Motorola's foldable entry point closer to the cutting edge, but there are still key compromises
Reviews
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review
Google shakes up its flagship design, brightens up its screen, improves its AI and charges more for the privilege
How-To
How to use AirPods with Android
Despite Apple's frosty relationship with other brands, you can use AirPods with Android devices. Here's a guide to show you how to connect them
Reviews
Motorola Moto e14 review: Super cheap but not without compromises
How much smartphone can you really get for £70 and is it money well spent?
News
Google Pixel phones' astrophotography mode gets key update
Google is changing the way the astrophotography mode works on some phones, and it's good news if you don't like the current method
Best Picks
The best Samsung Galaxy phones you can buy right now
Samsung releases dozens of phones every single year. Here are the 10 we recommend buying, including budget, mid-range, flagship and folding devices
Feature
Why you can trust us for Google reviews and not influencers
What is the Team Pixel controversy? We explain it and shed some light on how we work with tech brands on reviews
Feature
Fraud with a new SIM card: How dangerous is SIM swapping?
There are warnings of a new scam called SIM swapping. But what is it, how dangerous is it and how can you protect yourself?
News
New Chrome security feature hides passwords you didn't mean to share
Google is bringing a way to automatically hide passwords and credit card info from Chrome screenshots and screen sharing.
News
Google has started testing Android's new anti-theft lock
You may lose your mobile phone, but your data can still be protected and it will even be coming to old Android phones
News
Google is removing Verizon's unsafe app from Pixel phones
Verizon's retail demo app includes an unsecured HTTP backdoor. You can't remove it, but Google can, and it will in an upcoming software release.
Opinion
Why Google needs a Pixel flip phone ASAP
The latest Pixel range caters to almost all budgets and types of consumer, but the lack of a flip phone is a glaring omission in 2024
Best Picks
The best foldable phones you can buy right now
Looking for a new flip phone or phone-tablet hybrid? You've come to the right place. Here are the 10 folding smartphones that are worth buying
Best Deals
The best student deals and discounts in the US
If you're a student heading to high school or college or the parent of one, you won't want to miss these excellent exclusive tech deals
News
WhatsApp brings screenshot lock to all devices
Meta has long banned taking screenshots of certain elements but now the ban is being extended to more devices and functions
Feature
I'm an OG Pixel fanboy, but I switched to the Galaxy Z Fold6
Sorry not sorry, Google. Samsung is just too far ahead on foldable hardware…and it offered me a better deal to boot.
Opinion
The Pixel 9 Pro XL isn't what you think it is
Google has finally solved one of the premium smartphone problems that I've been irritated by for years
How-To
How to get a Samsung student discount
If you're a student, teacher or young person, you're eligible for some great Samsung discounts on phones, tablets, laptops and more
News
Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 has already received global pricing
Xiaomi released the Mix Fold 4 last week in China and while we still don't know the global release date, its pricing has been revealed for global imports
How-To
How to uninstall apps on Android 14
Here are some quick methods for removing apps from your Android 14 smartphone or tablet
How-To
How to split screen in Android 14
Android 14 makes split screen more user-friendly and efficient. Here's a guide on how to use it
How-To