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Why smartphone makers stopped using removable batteries, and why they're making a comeback
1+ hour, 21+ min ago (419+ words) The ability to replace my phone's battery? Yes, please. One model you can still get in 2026 is the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro, a military-grade rugged phone with an easily swappable 4,350mAh battery. It was built for tough environments, and the idea…...
How to watch Google's Pixel 11 event
3+ hour, 16+ min ago (174+ words) Expect several new phones, a refreshed Pixel Watch and perhaps price increases at Google's Pixel 11 event. How to watch Google's Pixel 11 event Expect several new phones, a refreshed Pixel Watch and perhaps price increases. It's almost time for Google to…...
Google Assistant will vanish from Android phones and connected devices in September
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (259+ words) Like birthdays in late May and most of June, it’s all about Gemini. Google Assistant has survived for longer than expected on the company's devices amid the transition to Gemini. Now, it's confirmed it will yank Assistant from Android phones…...
Never put your phone in the refrigerator??? here's why
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (324+ words) Condensation plus electronics are a bad combo. Never put your phone in the refrigerator — here's why Condensation plus electronics are a bad combo. Summer heat can put a lot of stress on devices, and one common fix can cause a…...
Apple is working on a seamless copy-paste experience between iPhones and Windows PCs
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (345+ words) Apple is developing seamless copy-paste between iPhones and Windows PCs, but it’s unclear if it will be available outside the EU. Apple is working on a seamless copy-paste experience between iPhones and Windows PCs The company is hoping to finish…...
The pros and cons of using Apple AirTags
3+ day, 21+ min ago (900+ words) AirTag alternatives like Chipolo and Tile by Life360 offer Android compatibility and other features AirTags lack. But you can't beat AirTags' seamless setup. The pros and cons of using Apple AirTags There's a lot to love about AirTags, but there are…...
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: Nice upgrades, but not quite ultra
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (865+ words) Engadget Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: Nice upgrades, but not quite ultra A new processor, brighter screens and chassis tweaks are nice, but the updates don’t do enough to earn the ‘ultra’ tag. Samsung took a two-pronged approach to…...
Can using your phone while charging affect its battery life?
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (198+ words) And do you need to let the battery fully drain before recharging? The short answer is no. While your phone might charge more slowly if you don't give it a rest to do so, using your phone while it's charging…...
What is a silicon carbon battery and is it the answer to smartphone battery life issues?
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (293+ words) It can make a phone run for longer on a single charge, but maybe not last for as long. In the last few years, you may have noticed an increasing number of smartphones shipping with silicon carbon batteries. These are…...
Engadget review recap: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Meta Glasses and more
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (353+ words) A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget. Engadget review recap: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Meta Glasses and more A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget. Since our last reviews roundup, we've been busy. There's plenty more to catch…...