Google paid Samsung $8 billion to make its apps the default on Galaxy phones
Google is also expected to pay Apple $19 billion this year to be the default search engine on iPhones, iPads, and Macs
iPhone will add RCS support next year, ending the green bubble controversy
Android and Apple users will be able to text each other with modern features
Apple makes Emergency SOS via satellite free for an additional year, but only for iPhone 14 users
Emergency SOS via satellite could be a life-saver
Samsung refutes rumors it is working on a budget foldable phone
But an FE edition could be a possibility
Nothing Phone 2 gets iMessage support on Android, with more to come
Beta available now in the US, UK, Canada, and EU
iPhones could finally get app sideloading next year, but only in the EU
Unfortunately, the feature will likely be restricted to folks in the EU
Apple fan receives Android imposter instead of new iPhone 15 Pro Max
Ordered directly from the Apple store
Next year's iPad lineup could see Pro tablets switch to OLED, new 13-inch iPad Air
Bigger is often better when it comes to iPads
The Best Phones: Top Picks for Every Price Range
When choosing a new phone, the main considerations most people have are price and the choice between Android and iOS. Our recommendations focus on key categories based on features, value, and pricing.
Google fixes Android 14's storage bug, but your data may be lost forever
In context: Just like Microsoft and other major software companies, Google releases security patches and bug fixes for Android every second Tuesday of the month. November 2023 marks the first "Patch Tuesday" for Android 14, addressing a storage bug that users have been experiencing in recent weeks.
Chromebook and tablet shipments continued downward spiral in Q3 2023
Year-over-year growth was non-existent
Asus announces robust Chromebook CM30 Detachable 2-in-1
Ideal for study, work, or play
Apple M3 MacBook Pro reviews: Iterative refinements
The MacBook Pro M3 and M3 Max are debuting to positive reviews, delivering more power than before and for the first time, offering a black finish. The base model M3 is very close to the MacBook Air 15 M2, though.
Winamp is coming to Android and iPhone later this year
The mobile apps have been in beta testing since early 2023
Apple shot its entire Scary Fast keynote using iPhone 15 Pro Max
Behind the scenes of Apple's Halloween keynote
Ever Wonder How the Shazam Algorithm Works?
Your phone's ability to identify any song it listens to is pure technological magic. In this article, we'll show you how the ever popular Shazam app does it.
Socionext is working with TSMC on a 2nm Arm chiplet for data centers
A power-optimized Arm CPU for HPC and hyperscale applications
Millions of smart meters in the UK will stop working after 2G / 3G switch-off
Smart meter adoption plans are late, and many will soon be obsolete
Microsoft CEO says his "most difficult decision" was exiting the mobile market
Nadella believes Microsoft could have reinvented mobile computing
The Matrix messaging protocol now has over 115 million users
In a nutshell: Matrix is an open standard designed to enable seamless and interoperable communication among various service providers. The protocol aspires to be for instant messaging what the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is for store-and-forward email services, and the newly released version takes us a step closer to realizing this vision.
iPhone 15 Pro Max costs Apple 12% more in parts than 2022 flagship
Apple is able to offset some expenses thanks to lower NAND flash prices
Google Play Protect adds real-time malware scanning for Android app installs
It will prompt you to scan unknown apps before installing
Fly-by-night telecoms seem to be giving the FCC the finger over its "robocall mitigation" mandate
The Commission warned them 20 months ago but just now decided to crack down
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max users are reporting cases of OLED burn-in
First the overheating problems, now this
Apple is developing a system to update iPhones while they're still in the box
Apple could tap into MagSafe to power the feature