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iPhone XS Max first impressions: It's big, but not too big
Does the biggest iPhone ever make a good first impression? Let's look.
Windows 10 Mobile's last gasp? Wileyfox revives its dead Windows 10 phone
Back by popular demand, apparently, and the Wileyfox Pro now costs around $100, down from $260.
Brazilian mobile market slows in H1 2018
Factors ranging from the diesel crisis to the dollar hike prompted a consumption slowdown, says IDC
Bug hunters fail third year in a row to get top prize in Android hacking program
Bug hunters earned over $3 million in rewards for security flaws found in the Android OS since 2015.
iPhone XS, XS Max, XR specs: Battery size, RAM details revealed in new filings
The iPhone XS Max has the largest-capacity battery of any iPhone, but the iPhone XR lasts longest.
Android phones: Dialing 911 now automatically shares your location
Android phones now help emergency services find mobile callers faster and with more accuracy.
Samsung launches triple camera Galaxy A7 smartphone
Samsung Electronics has launched its first triple camera smartphone, the Galaxy A7, which comes with features usually reserved for the company's premium phones and will begin sales in early October in Asia and Europe.
$1,000 iPhone XS expensive? 'Most will pay $1 a day for one', says Apple CEO Tim Cook
Innovation isn't cheap but that's what our customers want, argues Apple CEO Tim Cook.
iPhone owners on iOS 12: You can now use Google Maps on Apple CarPlay
You're no longer stuck with just Apple Maps on your car's dashboard display.
Google Pixel 3 event: How to watch and what to expect
Google's Pixel event is just around the corner.
iPhone XS smartphone beauty really is only skin deep
So, you bought a beautiful new iPhone XR or iPhone XS Max. Are you planning to use it without a protective case? Then you're living dangerously.
iPhone XR outshines XS value for upgraders
The iPhone XS would normally be the heir apparent to the iPhone X. But the XR's mix of features are going to make it more compelling for most buyers
Apple's first iPhone XS ad is a grand illusion, or is it a deception?
See if you can spot what's artfully concealed in Apple's first push for its exciting new phones.
Why all three new iPhones will be a success
Apple has cleverly positioned each of its new iPhones for a particular mindset. And new research shows just how little movement there is these days away from a particular brand.
Millions think the new iPhones are worth going into debt for
Millions of people have wanted to own an iPhone for over a decade, and the demand still appears strong, regardless of its high cost.
Mobile phone memory lane: What was your first device?
We asked our team of contributors to share memories of their first mobile devices. Here's what they remember most, and what they're using today.
Speck Presidio cases for Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Multi-layer drop protection with no-slip grip
The Galaxy Note 9 has a high level of dust and water resistance, but it is still made of glass panels and isn't made to be dropped. Speck released a couple of cases that satisfy the Designed for Samsung requirements.
iPhone XS/iPhone XS Max/iPhone XR: Here's everything you need to know (in pictures)
Here's everything from the September 12 launch event that you need to know about the iPhone XS, the iPhone XS Max, and the iPhone XR. Here I've captured details of the camera, battery life, the new A12 Bionic processor, launch dates, as well as the all-important price of these new devices.
iPhone 2018 first look: Apple's launch event scene by scene (pictures)
Apple is announcing its 2018 iPhone models and other hardware refreshes. ZDNet is covering the entire event live and sharing all the key moments with you, photo by photo, in real time.
Incipio DualPro for Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Good looks and two layers drop protection
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has IP68 dust and water resistance, but it is still a glass sandwich. Incipio offers dual layer shock protection with five color options.
Galaxy Note 9 cost too much? Great smartphones in every price range
It's a great time to buy a smartphone, no matter what your budget. You can find functional and reliable handsets from about $200 to over $1,000.
How to get the best possible life -- and safety -- from your battery
Whether you have a smartphone, a tablet, or a laptop, or in fact anything else that contains a battery, here's how to get the longest life out of it possible.
Work by phone: 11 best smartphones for business users
Looking to buy a new smartphone? Here are the best options -- if you consider yourself a business user. These devices stand up in the workplace because they'll either get you through a full day, offer superior communications features, or come with smart security enhancements designed for the enterprise.
Buyer's remorse: Phones, tablets and more tech purchases we regret
Regrets, we've had a few. Exploding phones. Just plain useless phones. Unstable devices and not-very-smart devices. Hardware that was obsolete before we got it setup. Stuff we wish we'd never heard of.
UAG Monarch for Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Stylish leather and metal drop protection
There are plenty of cases available for the most popular smartphones, but my absolute favorite comes from Urban Armor Gear. The UAG Monarch provides the style and protection I want in a case.
What features would a $2,000 iPhone need to make it irresistible?
What would it take for Apple to be able to coax $2,000 out of me for an iPhone? It would take a lot, but I have to admit that Apple could do it.
Top 10 iPhone and Android accessories
If you have an iPhone or Android smartphone, you need to take a look at these accessories, which are the best I've tested so far this year.
The tech that changed us: 50 years of breakthroughs
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.
Zulu Audio wearable speakers: Enjoy high quality mobile audio safely
It can be dangerous having your ears plugged or covered while working or exercising, but there are new alternatives that let you enjoy audio and still have both ears available for ambient sounds.
Galaxy Note 9: Nine ways it beats the iPhone
Samsung has come out swinging hard against the iPhone with the Galaxy Note 9, putting some significant pressure on Apple to raise its game with the next release.
Samsung and Google agree to cooperate on RCS messaging for Android
They have committed to RCS interoperability between Android Messages and Samsung Messages.
The iPhone with a laptop price tag: Will Apple's iPhone XS Max convince business pros to upgrade?
Jason Hiner and Bill Detwiler discuss Apple's latest mobile hardware, including the most expensive iPhone ever and the increasingly health-conscious Apple Watch Series 4.
Sell your old iPhone for the most money
The best ways to sell or trade-in an iPhone to earn some easy money.
Samsung planning cutting-edge features for mid-range smartphones
Samsung's new plan is to throw cutting-edge features at its mid-range phones before its flagships in a bid to win over millennials. Read more: https://zd.net/2CgOkoX
Apple's upcoming iPhone: What do we know so far?
With the launch of the next iPhone now days away, the leaks, rumors, and analyst chatter is reaching fever pitch.
Honor Play: Key specs and features
With the rise of high-end gaming on smartphones, the new Honor Play is designed to offer an enhanced gaming and entertainment experience. Read more: https://zd.net/2Nw1fVb
The 3 biggest challenges to implementing a successful BYOD program
Companies must understand their users, properly segment out applications, and forget the notion that BYOD will save them money, according to Gartner's Andrew Garver.
Italy's digital transformation plan: A single app to curb bureaucracy
Beta testing is under way on a smartphone app designed to help make Italy more resident-friendly.
Apple's next iPhones signal a new era for services
Apple's new iPhones may dazzle, but don't get wowed by the devices. The iPhone X-ish designs and Apple hardware are really about keeping you locked in the ecosystem and selling various services and subscriptions.
Google does some explaining over the Location History setting
Google has now clarified what turning off the Location History setting really means.
This message will self-destruct in... Gmail lets users set expiration date for emails
Gmail's not entirely confidential 'confidential mode' expiry-date email feature is now available on mobile apps.
Looking for a new phone? These are the options to sell or trade your old one
The new Samsung Galaxy Note 9 was just announced and we expect three new iPhones and two Google Pixel phones to launch soon. Now is the time to consider selling your current one before market prices drop or plan to participate in a trade-in program.
Google ready to launch the Android Pie Go edition
Google plans to release the Go edition of Android Pie this fall, as the full version reaches beta-program devices.
Apple purges app store in China amid state-run media criticism
Move comes after Chinese state media rebukes iPhone maker for allowing the apps, which are illegal in China, to remain on its app store.
A $2,000 iPhone? Don't roll your eyes, it can happen
With Samsung pushing the envelope on the price of flagship smartphones with its $1,250 512GB Galaxy Note 9, it's only a matter of time before we have a $2,000 iPhone.
