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This $9 key physically locks your most addictive apps
A new nine-dollar NFC-enabled physical key is designed to restrict access to smartphone applications to curb screen time.
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I found more than 10GB of wasted storage on my phone with this free Google app
Smartphone users are reporting significant memory recovery by utilizing a Google application to identify and remove wasted storage.
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See what it’s like to use a North Korean smartphone under Kim Jong Un
North Korean smartphone use under Kim Jong Un revealed
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Millions More Galaxy Phones Just Joined Samsung's Free Upgrade List
Samsung is expanding the list of Galaxy devices eligible for free software upgrades, bringing advanced camera features to older models.
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OnePlus will reportedly officially shut down in the US and Europe later this week
OnePlus is reportedly ending its operations in the US and Europe, marking a significant shift for the smartphone brand.
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New Hisense e-ink phone debuts with detachable secondary display
Hisense has launched the A10, a new e-ink phone featuring a unique detachable color secondary display.
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Chinuch Starts on the Homepage: Raising Kids in the Smartphone Age
Parents and schools are increasingly turning to organized initiatives to delay smartphone access for children in the face of digital safety concerns.
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I finally got the $499 Trump Phone. It's the worst Android phone I've used in 2026
The Trump Mobile T1 has launched at $499, drawing sharp criticism from tech reviewers over its performance and build quality.
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iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs could jump by nearly $300, per report
Component costs for the iPhone 18 Pro Max may rise by nearly $300, potentially leading to consumer price hikes and lower profit margins.
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SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish
Market volatility spikes as Elon Musk denies reports that SpaceX has developed a prototype AI device described as a slim handset.
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Clicks shows off its BlackBerry-inspired phone in a new hands-on video
Clicks has released the first hands-on video of its Communicator smartphone, featuring a physical keyboard reminiscent of BlackBerry devices.