Articles by: David Lumb

David is now a mobile reporter at Cnet. Formerly Mobile Editor, US for TechRadar, he covered phones, tablets, and wearables. He still thinks the iPhone 4 is the best-looking smartphone ever made. He's most interested in technology, gaming and culture – and where they overlap and change our lives. His current beat explores how our on-the-go existence is affected by new gadgets, carrier coverage expansions, and corporate strategy shifts.

Articles by: David Lumb

Diablo Immortal lets you become the ultimate bad guy – the dungeon boss

By David Lumb published 28 October 21

Diablo Immortal has launched its closed beta with an enticing event for hardcore players: the best players will be able to become colossal dungeon bosses.

Android 12L is a new version for big screens on tablets and foldables

By David Lumb published 28 October 21

Android 12L is coming for tablets to expand functionality of Android to better harness big screen real estate.

Sony State of Play October 2021: 10 game trailers you have to watch

By David Lumb, John Loeffler, Nick Pino last updated 28 October 21

From Deathverse and Five Nights at Freddy's to a new Star Ocean and Little Devil Inside, we’ve rounded up all the best trailers and news in one spot.

Apple Glasses could project a screen straight onto your eyeballs

By David Lumb published 26 October 21

A new patent suggests the rumored Apple Glasses could skip conventional lenses and project a screen input right onto your eyeballs.

Kindle Paperwhite 2021 Signature Edition

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2021 is out now with a big display and thinner bezels

By David Lumb published 26 October 21

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2021 is out now with a bigger display, slimmer bezels, and a few other slight upgrades to the ereader.

The back of the Sony Xperia Pro-I smartphone on a blue background

Sony Xperia Pro-I is an on-the-go YouTuber’s dream phone

By David Lumb, Mark Wilson published 26 October 21

The Sony Xperia Pro-I is an on-the-go videographer’s dream phone with fast specs, custom video software, and a 1-inch light sensor for low-light recording.

Google Pixel 6’s in-app translation may be the travel dream you’ve been waiting for

By David Lumb published 24 October 21

Google Pixel 6’s live translation feature could solve travel headaches – like the one I felt trying to get a stranger home from a stormy airport.

Where is the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?

By David Lumb last updated 24 October 21

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE wasn’t revealed at the October Unpacked event, so where is it?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Samsung phone being used together

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 renders give us first look along with another specs leak

By David Lumb published 22 October 21

We may have gotten our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 thanks to renders, along with a specs leak revealing possible display info.

iPhone 13 and MacBook Pro orders are running into big delays

By David Lumb last updated 22 October 21

If you're keen on getting your hands on some of Apple's latest gadgets, you may have to wait a while.

Best iPhone 7 Plus cases: ways to protect your older iPhone

By Andrew Williams, David Lumb last updated 4 December 21

Updated Here's a list of top cases to make sure your iPhone 7 Plus stays in one piece – and looks stylish to boot.

Best iPhone X cases: wrap and protect your all-screen iPhone

By Sean Cameron, David Lumb last updated 4 December 21

Updated We've collected the best iPhone X cases that to keep it pristine and styled up without draining your wallet.

The Google Pixel 6 release date is October 28 but its new wireless charger will be late

By David Lumb last updated 27 October 21

The Google Pixel 6’s official wireless charger, the Google Pixel Stand (2nd Generation), won't launch on October 25.

Make your own Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 with 49 different color and hinge combos

By David Lumb last updated 20 October 21

Wanting to buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3? Now you can mix and match colors to customize your own clamshell foldable.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 BTS edition blatantly teased by Samsung itself

By David Lumb published 20 October 21

Updated Samsung looks like it’s gearing up to release a Z Flip 3 BTS edition themed to the K-pop megagroup at the next Samsung Unpacked.

Android 12 is out now, and it's coming to Pixel phones first

By David Lumb published 19 October 21

Android 12 has been released alongside the new Pixel 6, allowing older Pixel phones to update to the software.

Six Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro lying face down on a surface

5 things about the Google Pixel 6 we have left to learn

By David Lumb published 19 October 21

Updated Here are 5 Google Pixel 6 things we have left to learn about the new phone when it’s revealed today (October 19).

Apple October event: 5 things you might have missed at Unleashed

By David Lumb published 19 October 21

Apple Event The Apple October event brought new MacBooks, AirPods, and more: here’s 5 things you might have missed at Unleashed.

Best iPhone 7 cases of 2023: how to protect your older iPhone

By David Lumb last updated 12 August 22

Updated Whether you want to ramp up the style of your iPhone 7, or just guard it from nicks and scratches, we've got the case for you in our handy list.

What do 10 million fewer iPhone 13 shipments mean?

By David Lumb published 17 October 21

A report claimed 10 million fewer iPhone 13 units will hit shelves – what does that mean for consumers and Apple itself?

Did the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 just get better? Official video teases new colors

By David Lumb published 15 October 21

You might soon be able to pick the colors on your Samsung Z Fold 3 or Z Flip 3 foldables, according to a new teaser video.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE might finally have a launch date – in January

By David Lumb published 14 October 21

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE's rumored launch date could collide with the release of the flagship Samsung Galaxy S22.

Major iPhone 13 chip shortage reportedly forcing Apple to slash 10 million iPhones

By David Lumb last updated 14 October 21

Report: Apple expects to produce 10 million fewer iPhone 13 models due to chip and component shortages.

Why the Fossil Gen 6 didn't convince me to switch away from my Apple Watch

By David Lumb published 10 October 21

Opinion The Fossil Gen 6 is classy and speedy, but Wear OS still isn't good enough to pull me away from Apple Watches.

Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp go down for some in second outage this week

By David Lumb published 8 October 21

Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp go down for second outage in a week, though it seems far less widespread.

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