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Michael Hicks

Michael Hicks began his freelance writing career with TechRadar in 2016, covering emerging tech like VR and self-driving cars. Nowadays, he works as a staff editor for Android Central, but still writes occasional TR reviews, how-tos and explainers on phones, tablets, smart home devices, and other tech.

Articles by: Michael Hicks

BlackBerry 5G: why the anticipated neo-Blackberry phone will never release

By Michael Hicks last updated 9 March 22

Updated OnwardMobility and Foxconn were making a new BlackBerry, but the project fell apart.

Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving and Black Friday?

By Michael Hicks, Henry St Leger published 24 November 21

Black Friday 2021 Once again, Walmart will be closing its doors on Thanksgiving, but you will get a chance to grab some deals in person on Black Friday. Here's what you need to know.

Best electric razors and beard trimmers 2022

By Adam Vjestica, Michael Hicks, Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 8 December 21

From bargain beard trimmers to the best electric razors, these tools will give you the gentlest and closest shaves.

How to delete all photos from your iPhone or iPad

By Michael Hicks last updated 1 May 22

Updated Here's how to delete all photos from your iPhone or iPad in one fell swoop (or pretty close to it).

How to get iOS 15 on your iPhone

By Michael Hicks, Daryl Baxter published 20 September 21

Updated Apple announced that iOS 15 is available to install for supported iPhones.

Eufy Lumos Smart Bulb review

By Michael Hicks published 6 July 21

You don't get the same bells and whistles as a Philips Hue bulb, but the Eufy Lumos White offers solid, cost-effective performance

LTPO phone screens explained: how it gives phones better battery life and more

By Michael Hicks published 26 June 21

The iPhone 13 Pro, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 3 and others are expected to have LTPO displays. Here's why that matters.

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How to disable Bixby on your Samsung phone or Samsung TV

By Michael Hicks last updated 7 April 22

Updated We show you how to disable Bixby quickly and easily across a wide range of Samsung devices, from the Samsung Galaxy S9 to the S21

Wyze Cam v3 review

By Michael Hicks published 25 June 21

The Wyze Cam v3 adds color night vision, outdoor resistance and improved specs, but is this cheap home security camera worth buying?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Fe (left) and the Motorola Edge (right)

Samsung phones vs Motorola phones: which have the best Prime Day Android phone deals?

By Michael Hicks published 23 June 21

Prime Day 2021 Do you buy a cheap, reliable Motorola or a more powerful, heavily-discounted (but still more expensive) Samsung phone?

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When does Prime Day end - and is it really the end?

By Michael Hicks last updated 14 July 22

Prime Day 2021 Want more Amazon Prime Day 2022 deals? Well, this is precisely how long you have left.

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Motorola offers the best cheap Android Prime Day phone deals

By Michael Hicks published 22 June 21

Prime Day 2021 The Galaxy S21 may be discounted, but most of the best cheap Android phone deals for Prime Day 2021 are from Motorola and OnePlus

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Why I just bought a Kindle Paperwhite on Prime Day, even if I still love paper books

By Michael Hicks last updated 4 December 21

Prime Day 2021 This Prime Day Kindle deal will help me finally hit my Goodreads Challenge and give my strained eyes a break

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This Prime Day Galaxy S21 and S21+ deal finally pushed me to switch to Android

By Michael Hicks published 22 June 21

Prime Day 2021 You can save up to $300 off Samsung's flagships with this Prime Day deal; the only challenge was deciding which to buy

How to use FaceTime on Android

By Michael Hicks published 19 June 21

Once iOS 15 arrives, you'll be able to FaceTime with your Apple-loving friends and family – but they'll have to contact you first

iPhone 13 notch: will Apple switch to an under-display camera in 2021?

By Michael Hicks last updated 15 July 21

Analysis Apple, Google and Samsung are all (allegedly) developing in-display cameras. But will the iPhone 13 (or iPhone 14) have one?

Need a new portable charger? Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to buy one

By Michael Hicks last updated 17 June 21

Last year saw Prime Day deals on popular power banks like Anker. Here's how to decide which deal to buy on June 21–22

iPhone ringtones: how to change your iPhone ringtone

By Michael Hicks published 16 June 21

Updated You can add individual songs and vibrations to specific contacts, including creating your own custom ringtones

Is Prime Day the right time to buy a new Apple Watch?

By Michael Hicks last updated 15 June 21

Prime Day 2021 Last year's Prime Day smartwatch deals underwhelmed, but there's reason to hope next week's deals are worth waiting for

Samsung rumored to shrink Galaxy S22, save best display and glass for S22 Ultra

By Michael Hicks published 14 June 21

Leaked specs continue to pour in for the next Samsung Galaxy phones; here's how large the S22, Plus and Ultra will be

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Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) review

By Michael Hicks last updated 8 July 22

The Fire HD 10 11th gen remains one of the best cheap tablets, if you're willing to stick to Amazon's apps.

How to get the iPadOS 15 developer beta on your iPad

By Michael Hicks published 11 June 21

The iPadOS 15 public beta won't arrive until July, so we'll help you download the dev beta ahead of schedule

6 things you may have missed from WWDC 2021

By David Lumb, Michael Hicks last updated 8 June 21

Here's what you may have missed during WWDC 2021, including FaceTime group watch parties and unlocking your car with your iPhone.

Vizio V-Series V5 (2021) review

By Michael Hicks last updated 20 October 21

Vizio is one of the most popular budget brand TVs; will the HDMI 2.1-enabled V-Series work for your PS5 or Xbox Series X?

Best Apple AirTag accessories: keyrings, mounts, cases and more for your tracker

By Michael Hicks published 31 May 21

Buying guide To safely attach your new AirTags to your most valuable items, you'll need one of these useful accessories.

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