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Two Google Pixel 7 Pro smartphones.

Your Pixel 7 is about to get a whole lot less buggy — here’s why

The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have seen their fair share of bugs since launch. A new Android 13 update aims to remedy things — a lot.
Leaked render of the Google Pixel 7a.

Google Pixel 7a: news, release date and price rumors, and more

Koo app store listing

Forget Twitter — this social media app has ChatGPT built-in

Apple iPhone SE (2020) being plugged in to charge.

The one thing the iPhone 14, Galaxy S23, and Pixel 7 all get wrong

Man wearing a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

The Galaxy Watch 6 may fix one of the Galaxy Watch 5’s biggest mistakes

The Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra all next to each other.

Common Samsung Galaxy S23 problems (and how to fix them)

iPhone 14 Pro with custom home screen icons and widgets

I created the perfect iPhone home screen — and you can too

Alleged schematic of Google's Pixel foldable in silver.

Google Pixel Fold: release date and price rumors, leaked specs, and more

The open Nokia 5710 XpressAudio and Huawei Watch Buds

I used two of the year’s oddest tech gadgets so you don’t have to

The Apple Watch Ultra on a man's wrist in a pocket.

Apple Watch Ultra review: a big, exciting, overwhelming success

5G logo on the Motorola Edge (2022).

What is 5G UC? Here’s what that icon on your phone really means

Holding the Galaxy Tab S8 in hand and showing multiple apps running simultaneously.

How to use Split Screen View on any Samsung tablet model

The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone automatically change for daylight saving time?

Will my phone automatically change for daylight saving time?

November 6, 2022, marks the end of daylight saving time, and most smartphone clocks will spring ahead one hour automatically. Here's how to do it, just in case.
A man uses a smartphone on the street.

The best voice-recording apps for iPhone and Android in 2023

The best voice-recording apps for iPhone and Android in 2023

Voice-recording apps are a lot more advanced these days. If you are looking for a powerful audio-recording app, here are some of your best options.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra next to the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

I did a Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Pixel 7 Pro camera test — and it’s not even close

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Google Pixel 7 Pro have two of the most powerful smartphone camera systems around. But which one is the best? We found out.
Mockup render of the iPhone 14 in an orange color.

Apple, please release the iPhone 14 in these colors next 

The iPhone 14 now comes in yellow. And it looks great! But there are a few other colors I wish Apple had released instead.
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Watch the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max face off in brutal drop test

Watch the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max face off in brutal drop test

The Galaxy S23 Ultra has Corning's Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max has Ceramic Shield. Find out which is better in this drop test!
Users addicted to their phones

How a tiny social media break can give you surprisingly big health benefits

According to a remarkable research courtesy of Swansea University, cutting down on social media can fix health, immune function, loneliness, and depression.
Galaxy SmartTag

Samsung may be getting ready to launch a new AirTag rival this year

Samsung may be getting ready to launch a new AirTag rival this year

Samsung is reportedly planning its second assault on the Apple AirTag and Tile supremacy with a second-gen Galaxy SmartTag.
Temu logo on an iPhone.

What is the Temu app? Here’s everything you need to know

Temu is a new online marketplace, but many people are skeptical about its place in the online shopping ecosystem. Here's what you need to know about it.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra next to the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

When is my phone getting Android 14? Here’s everything we know

Android 14 is still in the early stages, but it's definitely coming this year. Will your phone be getting it? Here's what we know.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. and iPhone 14 Pro.

I tried replacing my $4,000 camera with the Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro

I spent a few weeks in the foothills of the Himalayas. Instead of carrying a DSLR to preserve my memories, I took the Galaxy S23 and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
A smartphone displaying YouTube on its screen as it lays on top of a laptop's keyboard.

How to download YouTube videos on PC, iOS, Android, and Mac

How to download YouTube videos on PC, iOS, Android, and Mac

Our guide will teach you how to download YouTube videos on PC, iPhone, iPad, Android, and Mac, and educate you on the ethicacy of doing so.
The Google Pixel Table and the Speaker Dock.

Google Pixel Tablet: news, release date and price rumors, and more

Google's latest tablet outing, the Pixel Tablet, is scheduled to be coming sometime in 2023. Here's what we know about it so far.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II beside charging case.

Bose’s noise-canceling QuietComfort Earbuds II are $50 off

Bose’s noise-canceling QuietComfort Earbuds II are $50 off

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, featuring impressive noise cancellation and touch controls, are available from Best Buy for $249 following a $50 discount.
The side of the Apple Watch Ultra with the Solo Loop band.

My life with the Apple Watch Ultra transformed after changing this one thing

I love the Apple Watch Ultra, but even I can't deny it's a big, cumbersome thing. By changing the band to one you may not expect, that all changed.
how to make your phone last months or years longer close up of hand holding smart in car

New 260-watt battery charge tech goes from 0% to 25% in just 1 minute

New 260-watt battery charge tech goes from 0% to 25% in just 1 minute

New charging technology from Infinix promises to charge a phone battery to 100% in less than eight minutes and will reach 25% in just one minute.
The Google "G" logo surrounded by renders of the Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, and Android 14 logo.

The 5 biggest announcements we expect from Google I/O 2023

Google I/O 2023 is confirmed for May 10 this year and should be chock-full of news. But what announcements are we looking forward to the most?
Samsung Galaxy S23 held in hand angled slightly against green backdrop

How to customize a Samsung phone’s notification sounds

How to customize a Samsung phone’s notification sounds

Would you prefer to get different alert sounds from your Samsung phone? Here's how to change the noises your notifications make and find the perfect option.
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These Lucid over-the-counter hearing aids are $200 off right now

These Lucid over-the-counter hearing aids are $200 off right now

If you have mild to moderate impairment, Lucid's Hearing Engage rechargeable OTC hearing aids can help you stop asking people to repeat what they said.
A woman working out wearing Powerbeats Pros.

Amazon is having a flash sale on Beats earbuds, from $50

Amazon is having a flash sale on Beats earbuds, from $50

Amazon launched a flash sale that's offering discounts on various models of Beats wireless earbuds, including the Beats Studio Buds and Beats Powerbeats Pro.
Samsung Galaxy S23 held in hand against green floral backdrop

Samsung Galaxy S23 review: the Android phone for everyone

The Samsung Galaxy S23 may be the base model of the S23 lineup, but there's a lot to love here. We break everything down in our full review!
The new Spotify home screen.

Spotify gets first major redesign in 10 years with TikTok-like scroll

Spotify today announced its first major redesign in a decade, bringing a more discovery-focused UI reminiscent of social platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
The Android 14 logo.

A new Android 14 update is here — but you still shouldn’t download it

A new Android 14 update is here — but you still shouldn’t download it

The second Android 14 developer preview has been released, ready for developers to fine-tune their apps for the next version of the operating system.

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Section Editor, Mobile

Joe Maring is the Section Editor for Digital Trends’ Mobile team, leading the site’s coverage for all things smartphones, tablets, and wearables. Since joining the industry in 2012, Joe has reported on the latest mobile tech news, reviewed countless devices, and worked with other writers to help them find the angles that matter.

Need to get in touch? You can reach Joe at jmaring@digitaltrends.com, or find him on Twitter as @JoeMaring1.