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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I tested the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — and of course it's the best Android phone ever
Thinner, lighter, brighter (photos), and a wild screen privacy feature
Best iPhone deals for March 2026: free devices, cheap plans, and unlocked discounts
Updated We've just updated our iPhone deals page with the latest iPhone 17 series, plus excellent promotions on older devices.
T-Mobile's opening Galaxy S26 Ultra deal gets you a device for free without a trade-in — but it's not the deal I'd recommend to most
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If the Galaxy S26 Ultra at T-Mobile is a little too pricey for your tastes, consider picking up the standard Galaxy S26 instead.
Fairphone's Nature Report shows the worrying environmental impact of phones
Even before it reaches your hands, Fairphones’s report shows a smartphone is pretty horrible for the environment.
Last chance! Google Pixel 10a preorders end soon — here's how to get the device for cheap
The Google Pixel 10a will officially be released this Thursday - don't miss out on these excellent preorder promotions.
Apple announces the iPhone 17e — here's what's new
Apple has announced the iPhone 17e, its new entry-level iPhone. Here's what's new and how it compares to its iPhone 16e predecessor.
5 of the best productivity apps on Android for getting organized and getting stuff done
5 of the best productivity apps on Android Whether you need AI, a to-do list, documents or secure storage, there's an app for that.
I've found 9 stylish and sturdy cases that will protect your shiny new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
And, they're available in other colors apart from blue, just so you know
