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Smartphones are the most personal devices we own, keeping us connected at all times and acting as the heart of our tech lives. We may not spend much time actually speaking on them these days, but we use a phone for virtually everything else.
Smartphones today typically fall into one of two categories: iPhone or Android. iPhones are the most popular smartphones overall and offer entry into the much coveted Apple exosystem, where they can be paired with Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks for greater inter-device connectivity.
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OnePlus is reportedly merging with Realme, and I'm convinced that this is actually a good thing
It's all doom and gloom in the Android world, with reports of OnePlus' imminent demise swirling — but looking forward, this could actually be a great development.
Latest Verizon iPhone 17 deal includes a phone, iPad, and Apple Watch without a trade
Apple fan? Don't skip over Verizon's latest iPhone 17 deal — including a phone, tablet, and Apple Watch all under one plan.
Connecticut considers school cell phone ban as more states restrict device use
Connecticut has taken a big step closer to outright banning phones during the school day, but reactions to the news are mixed.
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra rumored to drop 3x telephoto lens
The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra could have only three rear lenses, down from the four rear lenses on the S26 Ultra.
Honor 600 Pro review: as iPhone-y as Android gets (but is that such a bad thing?)
Honor has gone all in on Apple and AI with its latest phone, with intriguing results.
Should gigs be phone-free? Fred Again thinks so — now have your say
Did you mind Fred Again’s USB002 tour being smartphone free? Weigh in on the no phone debate.
