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Google’s latest big idea could give your old Pixel a new life in the cloud
By Alex Blake published
Google says old phones could see their components reused as affordable cloud servers.

Commodore’s retro-inspired flip phone could break your smartphone addiction
By Alex Blake published
The Commodore Callback is a retro-flavored phone that sits between smartphones and dumbphones.

I've spent hours researching the best phone for my child — here are the safest options I've found, from iPhones to 'dumbphones'
By Paul Hatton published
What type of phone should you buy your child? Smartphones, dumbphones, and more explained by a parent.

Phoebe Bridgers rekindles the 'phone-free gigs' debate, and I support a ban
By David Nield published
The indie singer-songwriter is the latest high-profile artist to tell fans they can't have their phones at live shows.

I tested the 7 top flagship phones of 2026 — here's which models I recommend
By Axel Metz published
All of the biggest tech brands have released their flagship phones for the 2025/26 season — here are our favorites for every type of user.

AR glasses are here – and displays are defining their future
By David Goldman published
AI glasses validated consumer interest, but it is displays that will propel the category forward.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review: a solid performer let down by sloppy software
By Harry Padoan published
Stir together a decent display, bountiful battery life, commendable cameras, and shockingly bad software, and you’ll get the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro — should you buy it?

Quantum Q-Day could disrupt the world even sooner than AGI
By Roger A. Grimes published
Quantum Q-Day threatens encryption; organizations must prepare now.
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