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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The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could finally catch up to OnePlus with a key battery upgrade
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been tipped to get 60W wired charging – which would be a big step towards catching up with Chinese phone makers like Xiaomi and OnePlus.
Best iPhone deals for January 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.
Samsung just won CES 2026 with its creaseless folding OLED – but I hope the iPhone Fold gets it first
Samsung’s creaseless folding display is an engineering wonder – and if the company has any sense, it’ll give it to Apple first.
WhatsApp is getting one of its best upgrades in years — here are 3 new ways to supercharge your group chats
These new WhatsApp tools are coming to group chats — and I can't wait to get my hands on the new text sticker feature.
Anker is putting screens on its latest smart chargers – and the idea is dividing opinion
The new Anker Nano Charger can recognize what it's plugged into, has a built-in screen, and delivers 45W of power.
The 25 best gadgets we saw at CES 2026
From smart home to home theater to fitness to gaming to laptops – here's the tech you need to know this year.
5 key rumors about the Samsung Galaxy S26
I expect we'll see the Samsung Galaxy S26 series in late February, and expect an iterative generation for the flagship phones.
The Motorola Razr Fold could open up a new era for folding phones – if the price is right
Motorola could be the one to lead the charge on mid-range foldables by adding the Razr Fold to its lineup of existing flip phones.
