HTC One (M8) Android phones have come a long way since the T-Mobile G1 (HTC Dream) from 2008. Today, they're available in almost all shapes and sizes. After reviewing and using various Android phones for several years, I can confidently say these are my all-time favorites. 1 HTC Google Nexus...

I Review Android Phones for a Living: Here Are My 6 Favorites of All Time

The Oukitel C50 is available for purchase now, with specs that make it well worth its $200 price tag. With more than enough horsepower, this $200 Android phone performs like a device twice its price. The lack of an App Drawer (by default) was off-putting, but that can be overcome...

One of the best budget Android phones I've tested is not made by Samsung or OnePlus

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THE latest Android upgrade has started rolling out to Samsung smartphones with some important security repairs. Samsung has already been hard at work with its One UI 6.1.1 update. But the firm routinely puts out new software to address any recently discovered flaws or stability issues too. Sadly, there aren't...

Samsung reveals first Android phone to receive important free upgrade with more to follow soon – download update now

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Are you finding your smartphone screen too crowded and fiddly to use easily? Or maybe you have an older relative who struggles with their phone's display and applications. Happily, there's a way to cut down on all the clutter.If you're using a Samsung Galaxy phone, there's a setting called Easy mode that will simplify your home screen and touch-and-hold settings. Other Android phones don't come with an Easy mode option, but you can still easily make these changes to your phone set-up. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps you can take to make your - or someone else's...

Simplify and declutter any Android phone with Easy mode

Your Android phone's web browser picks up a lot of files, images and data from the websites that you visit, and a lot of that does not need to be on your phone. Whether you're using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Samsung Internet, this data stored in your cookies and cache can be helpful in some cases. It's what lets you quickly load websites you frequently access and keeps you logged into accounts you have. That's nice, but there's plenty of information in the cookies and cache of your browser that isn't necessary and could even be a privacy risk.

Your Android Phone's Web Browser Has Junk Files You Can Delete Now

The Doogee V Max Plus is available for $629 on Amazon. It's an exceptionally rugged phone with a strong case that protects the device from outdoor extremes, with a battery that lasts longer than you might think possible. The V Max Plus forgoes the usual Android App Drawer, the cameras...

The most rugged Android phone I've tested also has a week-long battery life

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

While many Samsung smartphone owners may have been waiting for One UI 6.1.1 to drop this month, the company instead dropped an urgent security patch for millions of Galaxy devices. The new August security update addresses a few security vulnerabilities, and Samsung is urging its users to update ASAP. Samsung...

Samsung Issues Critical Security Patch For Millions Of Galaxy Devices, Update ASAP

Samsung has unveiled its second 3nm chip – and it could be headed straight for the next Samsung phone.

Samsung Galaxy S25 could get this massive processor upgrade

Taking a screenshot on your Android phone is a quick and easy way to save what’s on your screen. Whether you want to remember a recipe, show a friend an error message, or keep a record of something important, knowing how to take a screenshot is very useful. This guide will walk you through the different methods to capture your screen on various Android devices, edit and share your screenshots, and even troubleshoot common issues.

How To Screenshot On Android

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You might need Lockdown mode if you are concerned about theft or have confidential files on your Android phone. The feature removes biometric security, which can be fooled with high-quality images or replicas, and uses knowledge-based authentication (KBA) instead. No one can bypass your phone's security unless they know your personal identification number (PIN), password, or pattern. Learn why you should activate the mode for extra security on your device and how it works.

What is Lockdown mode, and why do you need it on Android?

Just weeks after it initially launched, the Samsung Galaxy Ring has gained a massive boost to its connectivity.

Samsung Galaxy Ring has already bagged a fantastic connectivity upgrade

We’ve heard a lot about what to expect from Android 15, but some of the changes coming to the next big Android overhaul will be exclusive to Google’s Pixel phones. For those with Samsung handsets, One UI 7 is the update you’ll want to get excited about, more than Android 15 itself.One UI 7 is set to be the next big update to Samsung phones, and it’s expected to incorporate Android 15, but with various Samsung-specific tweaks. And thanks to a new leak, we now have a very good idea of what to expect from One UI 7.Reliable leaker @UniverseIce...

Here’s a full list of ways in which One UI 7 could change your Samsung Galaxy phone

You plug the charging cable into your iPhone or Android phone and... it doesn't charge. Booooo. From damaged charging ports to broken power cables, there are numerous reasons your phone isn't charging and not all of them can be easily fixed at home. A common reason for faulty charging is simply that the charging cable can't quite fit in the charging port because it's clogged up with months' worth of pocket fluff.

Phone Won't Charge? Try This Easy DIY Fix First

USB debugging in Android isn't just for developers - it can be used to recover data and control your phone from a computer. Remember to keep USB debugging enabled to access files or control your phone even if the screen is broken. Be cautious - enabling USB debugging can allow...

Why You Should Keep USB Debugging Enabled on Your Android Phone

The 2024 Razr+ takes everything that Motorola did so well with the 2023 version and improves on it. With a larger cover display and better cameras leading the charge, this new and improved Razr+ is easily one of the best flip phones you can buy today. Pros. Larger and brighter...

Motorola Razr+ (2024) vs. Razr+ (2023): Iterating in all the right places

Apps Are Slow (Or Outright Don't Work) Even the best Android device will eventually get old. My present smartphone is an LG K41S. It was good when it was new, but now at the four-year mark since its release, the performance issues are non-stop. Upgrading is what makes the most sense. If your Android device is getting on, here are the issues to look out for.

My Android Phone Is 4 Years Old: Here Are the Signs It’s Getting Too Much

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If you are looking for some affordable security cameras, have you considered checking out Harbor Freight? You might be surprised at what you can find.

5 Most Affordable Security Cameras You Can Get At Harbor Freight

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It’s been too long since Apple updated the iPhone selfie camera with a 12MP sensor. Since then, the company’s only improvements were software-related, with Photonic Engine and updates to Smart HDR.
While the iPhone 16 will be the first to bring an Apple Intelligence approach, only the iPhone 17 models will add the selfie camera upgrades users have long been waiting for. According to Haitong Securities analyst Jeff Pu, the 2025 iPhone 17 models will get a 24MP sensor with six plastic lens elements.
In comparison, the current iPhone 15 lineup has a 12MP front camera with five plastic lens elements. That...

Rumor claims iPhone 17 will get an upgrade we’ve been waiting 5 years for

The update is now rolling out to some previous generation devices, including the Samsung Galaxy S22 series and the Note 20. The Samsung Galaxy S22 series and the Galaxy Note 20 are now receiving the August security update. Of the 50 fixes listed in the Samsung changelog, most are high-priority,...

Samsung expands key August security patch to older Galaxy phones

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HMD Skyline Review: This Android Phone Supports Your Right To Repair

HMD (Human Mobile Devices) is best known as the company behind every phone with the Nokia name since the end of 2016. Over the years, HMD...

HMD Skyline Review: This Android Phone Supports Your Right To Repair

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