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The 10 best smartphones of 2020: 5G powers the top contenders
5G is still in its infancy in the US, but low-, mid-, and high-band networks are available from all major carriers. It's not the only reason to consider our top picks, but 5G support is one reason to buy a phone and be confident keeping it for two or three years.
Surface Duo: Made for an office culture that no longer exists
Redmond built Surface Duo clearly for its own employees and on-the-go campus culture. But it doesn't make sense in a work from home scenario.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra: My top 5 business productivity features
With the juggling of work, schooling, and heightened stress amid the COVID-19 pandemic, productivity gains measured in seconds and minutes will win the day more than gadget lust does.
Top 10 essential Android apps (September 2020 edition)
Supercharge your Android smartphone.
Microsoft Surface Duo: How to pre-order and get the best deal
Here's when and where you can buy Microsoft's Android foldable, the Surface Duo, for the best price.
Microsoft's Surface Duo may be Kin, the sequel
Weak specs for a high price and questionable productivity gains plague the Microsoft Duo out of the gate.
Keychron K2 wireless mechanical keyboard review: Remote work fun on a PC, Mac, Android, or iOS device
Mechanical keyboards are making a comeback and after spending a few weeks with the Keychron K2, I'm not sure I can go back to using a typical laptop or desktop keyboard.
Forget the Microsoft Duo: LG's Dual Screen devices offer more for hundreds less
I was expecting more from Microsoft and its latest Android entry, but there are better devices available that offer dual screen solutions for the enterprise.
This E Ink prototype shows e-readers could soon join the foldable smartphone pack
The next generation of e-readers could give people a closer experience to reading a physical book.
Improving my iPhone photos with ShiftCam's lens case
ShiftCam's tracked-lens fittings make adding extra capabilities to an iPhone camera a snap.
Unihertz Titan: Back to the future
Need a tough, rugged smartphone with a physical keyboard? The Unihertz Titan may be the handset for you.
TikTok exploring 'all remedies' to safeguard 'rule of law' in US ban
Chinese mobile app maker has condemned the Trump administration's executive order, which it says was issued without any due process, and pledges to pursue all possible actions to ensure "the rule of law is not discarded".
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: The first three things I noticed about Samsung's newest phone
Some initial thoughts about the camera bump, S Pen, and larger display.
Google discontinues Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL less than a year after launch
That leaves us with the Pixel 4A, and, eventually, the Pixel 4A (5G) and Pixel 5.
iOS and Android users: You're getting these new Google Docs, Sheets, Slides features
Google brings a bunch of new features, like Microsoft Office editing and Smart Compose, to its G Suite apps on mobile.
Unihertz Titan
Do you loathe on-screen keyboards and miss the day when you could buy a smartphone with a physical keyboard? Do you want a rugged phone that you can use outdoors with gloves?
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First look: Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra [in pictures]
At Samsung's online-only "Galaxy Unpacked" event this week, the company unveiled two models in its Note smartphone series: the Galaxy Note 20 and the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
DOOGEE N20 Pro - in pictures
Need a cheap Android 10 smartphone that won't be frustrating to use because corners have been cut? Check out the DOOGEE N20 Pro.
Android Smart Lock -- in pictures
Would you like to spend less time unlocking your Android smartphone? Android has you covered.
Doogee X95, the $60 Android 10 smartphone in pictures
This is a perfect Android 10 smartphone for someone who wants to spend their money on more interesting things than expensive smartphones.
Speck Presidio cases (for Apple iPhone SE) in pictures
Even though the new Apple iPhone SE is attractively priced for the masses, it is still prudent to protect the phone from drops. Speck has a few options available to aid in protecting your iPhone from drops eight to ten feet high.
Totallee case collection for the Apple iPhone SE
The 2020 Apple iPhone SE is Apple's most affordable iPhone and is a great buy at $399. Totallee offers ultra-slim cases that provide scratch and bump protection while also making it a bit easier to hold onto your iPhone.
Nomad Rugged Case for Google Pixel Buds: Attractive leather covering enhances the earbud experience
Nomad is known for making high quality Horween leather accessories for mobile gear and the new Rugged Case for the 2020 Pixel Buds is another well-designed product. The additional lanyard option also helps ensure your Google earbuds are always in reach.
ZAGG InvisibleShield protectors and Gear4 cases for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G: hands-on
ZAGG has new screen protector options with maximum clarity and blue light filter features. It's Gear4 branded cases offer drop protection, slim design, and ability to make the back of the phone flush with the large camera array.
ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass Elite VisionGuard+ anti-bacterial screen protector
So much more than a regular screen protector.
SIMore Speed ZX-Four four-SIM adapter for the Galaxy Note 10+
Quadruple SIM card adapter for Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ - 3G 4G compatible
SIMore Speed X-Four 11 Pro four-SIM adapter for the iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Quadruple SIM Cards Adapter with Case for iPhone 11 Pro - 3G 4G compatible
Speck Presidio case options for the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G: Hiding the camera bump
Speck makes excellent cases with drop protection for 13 feet with improved grip. With the massive camera bump on the new Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, a Speck case is a must have for hiding the hump with a case.
BodyGuardz PRTX shatterproof screen protectors for iPhone 11 Pro: hands-on
Today's smartphones often cost $1,000 or more so it is important to protect the glass displays. BodyGuardz recently launched its PRTX synthetic tempered glass screen protectors for the Apple iPhone 11 models.
Totallee slim transparent case for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: Minimalist bump and scratch resistance
The new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a beast of a phone so you are going to want a minimalist case to provide some protection. Totallee's ultra-thin cases are designed to help you hold your phone and protect it from scratches and bumps.
Surface Duo: The wrong device at the wrong time for the wrong price?
Can the lack of modern specs and a novel approach from Microsoft - with its questionable history of mobile devices -- possibly make sense? Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow discuss.
Nothing Note-worthy about Samsung's new phones
Samsung adds two Galaxy Notes to its already crowded smartphone lineup. Enough already! Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow urge the company to consider a radical move. Read more: https://zd.net/31kvjeK
Samsung Unpacked: What the Note 20 and other new devices mean for business
ZDNet’s Larry Dignan, Jason Cipriani and Matt Miller discuss new features coming to Samsung's Galaxy Note 20, Buds Live, Tab S7 and Watch 3, and ponder the future of foldable smartphones. Read more: https://zd.net/31n2iyO
Google Pixel 4a's top features
Google's mid-range Pixel 4a offers a lot of phone for a very competitive price. ZDNet's Beth Mauder walks you through a few of her favorite features. Read more: https://zd.net/30nzLKa
Huawei becomes number 1 smartphone seller beating Samsung
But Huawei's milestone wouldn't have happened now were it not for the COVID-19 pandemic, says analyst Canalys.
One in three smartphones sold in China was 5G
5G smartphone sales in China are rocketing. That could be a big deal for the rest of the world
Qualcomm's Quick Charge 5: Full charge in 15 minutes for an Android phone
Qualcomm's new Quick Charge 5 technology could spell the end of waiting an hour to get back connected on mobile.
Phablets, shmablets. Is a smaller phone paired with a tablet the way to go?
Jason Squared's Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow discuss the rising prices and screen sizes of flagship phones and whether or not they’ve hit their limit.
Americans are sitting on $43 billion worth of unused tech
If you are like nine in 10 Americans, you probably have a junk drawer full of old tech that is losing value every day.
Phone privacy settings: Securing your iPhone and Android phone
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani discuss the many privacy controls that you can tweak on your iPhone or Android device in this week's Jason Squared.
iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 betas: Should you install them on your iPhone and iPad?
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani talk their favorite new features, the install process, and whether it’s worth installing right now on Jason Squared. Read more: https://zd.net/3gJLKXZ
Pandemic delays Apple's plans for iPhone 12
Apple's mmWave 5G iPhones could be as much as two months behind schedule, and Apple is ordering more older handsets to fill in the gaps.
First look at Apple Silicon
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby about what we know, and what Apple didn’t tell us. Read more: https://zd.net/3eteROC
45 absorbing, crazy minutes with a Samsung user choosing a new phone
Chris Matyszczyk tells Karen Roby about his experience witnessing the full thought-process of a diehard Galaxy S7 owner as she tries to replace her phone. Read more: https://zd.net/37Hc1D2
Intel's upcoming Tiger Lake mobile CPU will have CET technology
Intel says CET can protect against ROP/JOP/COP malware.
