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Microsoft's plan to try to win back consumers with 'Modern Life Services'
Microsoft is hoping to repair its tarnished image with consumers by trying to position its cross-platform apps and services as making them more productive.
LG to begin V40 ThinQ sales in early October: Report
LG Electronics will begin sales of its second flagship phone of the year, the V40 ThinQ, in early October ahead of the next iPhone, South Korea's ETNews says.
Android antitrust: Google hit with giant €4.34 billion fine by Europe
Search giant told to change its practices in 90 days.
Samsung's Galaxy Watch to go on sale August 24 with Note 9
Samsung will begin sales of its Galaxy Watch smartwatch on August 24 together with the Galaxy Note 9, ZDNet Korea reports.
Amazon Prime Day deal alert: Essential Phone with 360 Camera for just $343
While people will buy an assortment of items on Amazon Prime Day that may or may not be useful, there are also lots of great buys.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Release date, features, and everything we know so far
Stay up to date regarding Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Note 9.
Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler hands-on: Intelligent watering controlled by your phone
There are regulatory and environmental reasons to control the amount of water applied to your grass, flowers, and garden. The Rachio provides control for your home and business through your smartphone.
Sirin Labs unveils dual-screen design for its FINNEY blockchain smartphone
Will blockchain and cryptocurrencies prove to be the next killer app for smartphones? Sirin Labs is seeking to kick-start mass adoption by addressing security and usability issues in its pioneering handset.
Is iOS 11.4 draining your iPhone's battery?
Have you noticed that your battery doesn't last as long since you installed iOS 11.4 on your iPhone? You're not alone.
How to enable USB Restricted Mode in iOS 11.4.1
The new feature, which has been teased in earlier beta versions, has finally been rolled out to mainstream users.
Samsung to open world's largest smartphone factory in India
Samsung will be expanding its existing mobile phone manufacturing facility in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, to enable the factory to produce 120 million devices per year.
Folding iPhone: Apple's next big thing?
Apple's next big thing could very well be a new take on the iPhone.
HTC experiences largest sales drop in two years as flagship U12 Plus gets universally slammed
Terrible sales figures, a production estimate of only 2 million units for 2018, massive layoffs, a flagship phone getting slammed by reviewers for its non-functioning non-buttons, and a high entry price VR experience make it tough to count on this company lasting too much longer.
IFROGZ Cocoon earbud charging case: Charge, carry, and store your wireless audio gear
With the removal of the standard 3.5mm headphone jack from phones, wireless headsets are required to enjoy your media content. A new accessory is designed to help keep those headphones charged at all times.
Hands-on with Relay: A screenless phone for kids
The small device is reminiscent of a walkie-talkie -- but smarter.
Save money on RAVPower wireless chargers for iPhone and Android smartphones
Looking to pick up a high-quality wireless charger for your iPhone or Android smartphone? Here are some exclusive deals for ZDNet readers that are hard to resist.
50 years of technology breakthroughs: 1968-2018
Technology can transform us, in good ways and bad. Do you recall the single most influential tech innovation from the year you graduated high school? We do.
Smartphone fashion show: Nine beautiful smartphones prove they aren't all black slabs
Some people complain that all smartphones today are black slabs. Actually, we have seen some brilliant colored phones the last couple of years so here's a few to consider.
Top-notch phones: 8 phones with display cut-outs
In an effort to adopt the bezel-less design trend, smartphone makers have begun to push the display notch. Whether you love it or hate it, here are eight examples of phones with carved-out front tabs.
AI, blockchain, servers, smartphones and more: Research round-up
We summarise the charts that tell the tech story of the past month.
Best photographic accessories for your smartphone
If you want to elevate your smartphone photography above the ordinary, there are plenty of affordable accessories to help you do so. Here are 15 to get you going.
Apple WWDC 2018 keynote: Scenes and surprises
Highlights and some surprises from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference keynote, including announcements on iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
UAG Plyo and Plasma for the Huawei P20 Pro: Drop protection for the best smartphone
Urban Armor Gear (UAG) makes my favorite cases for popular smartphones so I was very excited to see it release some options for the current best smartphone available, the Huawei P20 Pro.
Capture your best shot with smartphone dual cameras
2018 may be the year that dual rear cameras become a standard on smartphones. There are different reasons to use these dual rear cameras and a few different types of lenses being used.
The perfect phone: 13 features I've dreamed of
After years of covering and reviewing some of the best — and worst — smartphones, I have an idea of what I want in my dream smartphone.
OnePlus 6: Images, specs and impressions from the launch
The new flagship smartphone from OnePlus will be available from 22 May, following its slick global launch event.
The gadgets and apps I used to lose over 130 pounds and get fit and healthy
A look at the tech that helped me lose over 130 pounds in 18 months.
What would Steve Jobs think of today's Apple?
Steve Jobs was never one to leave anyone in any doubt as to what was on his mind, and thanks to hundreds of hours of keynotes, speeches, and interviews, we can get an insight into what he might think about the current state of the company he founded. Feel free to share your favorite Steve Jobs comments in the TalkBack.
Is this the world's best power bank? The Omnicharge Omni 20 USB-C
Think of this not as a power bank, but a $200 computer-controlled USB charging station.
Make the Kessel Run in Solo's new Millennium Falcon Otterbox Symmetry Apple iPhone X case
Han Solo is my favorite Star Wars character so the day OtterBox announced new Solo: A Star Wars Story cases I placed my order and have one wrapped around my Apple iPhone X.
Cryptocurrency trade at your figertips: Sirin Labs unveils the first blockchain smartphone
Sirin Labs is seeking to kick-start mass adoption by addressing security and usability issues in its pioneering handset.
European Union hits Google with $5 billion fine over Android antitrust practices
Search giant told to change its practices in 90 days.
India to house world's largest smartphone factory
According to Samsung, its mobile phone factory will be the largest in the world, allowing for 120 million devices per year to be produced out of its Noida, Uttar Pradesh, facility.
App assurance: Google insists Gmail access thoroughly vetted
Google says it doesn't get paid for giving third-party apps access to Gmail and checks them thoroughly.
Galaxy S9 vs. Pixel 2
Of the two Android heavyweights available now, which phone should you buy?
Samsung probes ghost photo sender
Whole photo galleries are being sent to contacts by Samsung Messages via SMS, some Galaxy owners report.
iOS 12 beta speed test on an old iPhone (CNET)
Apple claims iOS 12 offers significant performance improvements over iOS 11 -- so we tested it on the elderly iPhone 5S.
Android Files Go gets a lot faster: Share 100 photos in 5 seconds
Google makes its Files Go app for devices with limited storage faster and more secure.
Notice something, snap photo, and Bing visual search will find out all about it
Microsoft wants you to use Bing visual search to find things to buy.
Lost your car keys? Soon, your smartphone will unlock your vehicle
Apple and Samsung are part of group working on a standard to ensure Digital Key will be reliable and unhackable.
WHO says gaming addiction is a mental health condition
With gaming disorder making its way into the International Classification of Diseases it's just a matter of time before other digital issues--think smartphone and social--are flagged.
Instagram debuts IGTV, a new standalone app for longer videos
Instagram has announced a new standalone app. Called IGTV, it'll let you watch long-form, vertical videos.
iOS 12 will give your location to the emergency services when you call 911
Calling 911 from an iPhone will soon automatically share the device's location.
iPhone X and Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer, comparing the similarities
Let's see how Xiaomi's iPhone clone stacks up. Xiaomi phones are coming to the UK and Europe -- and US may be next.
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact review: A marvelous mini mobile
It's got all the power of a bigger flagship, but it won't force you to stretch your thumbs out to use it.
Garmin Fenix 5X Plus review: Champion multi-sport GPS watch with music, Garmin Pay, and advanced sleep tracking
The Garmin Fenix series is designed for those who participate in more than just running and cycling and if you enjoy tracking every detail of your outdoor adventures then it is a watch to consider. The long battery life makes it something you can wear and never worry about, which appeals to me more than today's advanced smart watches.
Nokia 8 Sirocco review: A flawed flagship
Nokia's otherwise solidly specified 5.5-inch flagship smartphone is let down by its curved 16:9 aspect-ratio screen.
Asus ZenFone 5 review: A mid-range handset with hidden depths
The ZenFone 5 is unremarkable in terms of design and hardware specs, but includes a range of AI-related features that lift it above the ordinary.
Elephone U Pro review: An affordable but flawed Galaxy S9-alike
The Elephone U Pro has a fantastic 6-inch screen, a large battery, voluminous and expandable storage, and good looks. But there are one or two rough edges and the main camera performance is disappointing.
BlackBerry KEY2 review: An old-school concept, updated
The KEY2 will appeal most to BlackBerry fans who want to continue using a keyboard-equipped handset. For others, giving up today's larger screens might be too much of an ask.
Jabra Elite Active 65t review: Better than the AirPods and designed for active users
The Jabra Elite Active 65t earbuds provide an excellent wireless earbud experience with long battery life, comfortable design, and a smartphone companion app that adds enhanced functionality. The voice assistant support is top notch and lets you get things done with hands free to work.
OnePlus 6 review: Top-quality design, features and performance at a great price
It's not flawless, but considering what you get for the price, the OnePlus 6 is a bargain.
Hands-on with the Doogee S50: Rugged good looks and face recognition
The S50 from Doogee has all the robustness you need from a rugged phone -- without the clunky look and feel.
HTC U12 Plus review: Sometimes innovation goes awry
HTC's newest phone is gorgeous to look at and captures great photos, but the new haptic buttons, poor battery life, and annoying indicators may bug you too much to commit $800 to the experience.
Alcatel 3V review: Modern design with some tradeoffs for $150
If you have a very limited budget for a phone, yet want a big screen experience with good battery life and dual cameras then the Alcatel 3V may be a good purchase. It's a slow performer though so make sure to bring along some patience.
T-Mobile LG G7 ThinQ review: Average battery life and high price overshadow excellent audio performance
LG has been releasing some solid Android phones, but it just doesn't get much respect in the market. Launching the LG G7 at $100 more than last year's LG G6 doesn't help.
Moto G6 Plus review: A lot of handset for a competitive price
The Moto G6 Plus offers a capable CPU, an impressive dual rear camera system and high-quality industrial design, although battery life could be better and the fingerprint sensor is awkwardly located.
Samsung Galaxy S9 review: Not perfect, but still a stellar phone
We take a look at Samsung's current flagship smartphone after an extended amount of time.
Gemini PDA, First Take: Return of the Psion Series 5, in Android/Linux form
Remember the 1997 Psion Series 5? Now a UK startup has updated the concept and delivered a dual-boot device with 21st century connectivity.
Sony Xperia XZ2 review: New design struggles to deliver the flagship goods
Sony's Xperia XZ2 has a new look, plus appealing 4K and super slo-mo video modes. But it's laden with third-party apps and battery life could be better.
