Smartphones
Smartphones; you probably have one in your pocket right now - that is if you're not reading this on your mobile. Even if you have just invested in the best phone around it's likely that within only a few months there will be a new iPhone out, the latest Sony with an incredible camera or the next iteration of the wildly popular Samsung Galaxy series. Long gone are the days when mobile phones were just for making calls. Now they are app-running, photo-taking, music-playing powerhouses in your pocket.
Facebook is still experimenting on you in really strange ways, research claims
Few people fully understand how social algorithms work – and it's having major consequences
A common texting habit could make your messages seem insincere
While most texters admitted to using this writing shortcut, they weren’t too pleased to be on the receiving end of it.
Best charging stations for fuelling multiple devices
Charge all of your devices at once and keep cables to a minimum with a convenient charging station.
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You’re not actually addicted to your smartphone. Here's why
Not all social media is unhealthy – here's how to rethink your (and your children’s) relationship with it.
Is there any science to low-dopamine mornings?
Why setting rules about your phone use in the morning can help you concentrate on your work
How to finally break free from your smartphone addiction
Inside the strange new science of 'dopamine fasting'.
Fairphone 5 review: Finally, a smartphone that actually lasts
Fairphone is all about sustainability and an eco-friendly approach, and that has never been clearer than with the Fairphone 5.
Case closed: These are the best phone cases to buy in 2024
As phone prices rise and we invest endless hours into our devices, the right phone case is as important as ever. Explore our guide to the finest phone cases that offer both style and protection for your device.
Google Pixel Fold review: A technically impressive first attempt - with several key flaws
Why going on a tech-free holiday may not be the cure for burnout
Getting away from the daily grind and leaving your laptop, smartphone and tablet behind might seem like sure-fire way to unwind, but the science isn’t so clean-cut.
Once deleted, can text messages be retrieved?
Clearing or deleting your messages on your devices doesn't mean the data is permanently gone, it's just been filed away differently.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review: Overkill has never looked so good
Want the best Android smartphone out there? It’s right here, but it will cost you.
Best dual sim phones to buy in 2024
Dual-SIM enabled smartphones can help you save money, get better signal when travelling, and keep your work separate from your personal life.
Best power banks and portable chargers to keep you fully charged in 2024
Never run out of battery again with one of the best power banks available in 2024.
Google Pixel 7 Pro review: It’s all about the software
The Google Pixel 7 Pro shows Android’s software at its best, boasting useful tools, a simple design and a stylish camera.
Your tech is getting more green, but does it make a difference?
We spoke to Josh Lepawsky, an expert in e-waste, to better understand how environmentally friendly our tech is.
Fairphone 4 review: The ethical phone outliving its competitors
Can an eco-friendly smartphone compete with the best?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 review: Phone indulgence we can get behind
The Z Fold 4 irons out a lot of the kinks of folding smartphones, offering a fluid and unique experience with a price tag to match.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra review: With great power comes great financial responsibility
Powerful in every way, the Samsung S22 Ultra is the ultimate Android experience… if you can stomach the price.
Your phone screen could be making you age quicker
A new study shows that blue light exposure could have detrimental effects on your body, including accelerated ageing.
Nothing Phone (1) review: More than just a gimmick
The Nothing Phone (1) has found ways to stand out from the crowd, but these aren’t the reasons to buy it.
Could a deep fake unlock an iPhone?
Deep fakes are a type of artificial intelligence that can be used to recreate the likeness of a real person.
iPhone SE 2022: An hugely powerful, future-proof phone with one flaw...
At £419, it’s half the price of Apple’s flagship phone, but is it only half as good?
How does a smartphone ‘read’ my fingerprint?
Fingerprint scanners have become an essential feature of smartphones.