Phone News
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How to Prevent Spam Callers From Leaving Voicemail
Nobody wants to waste time deleting messages from unwanted callers. Here's how to stop spam callers from reaching your voicemail inbox.
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5 Reasons to Upgrade to Apple Watch 9
Apple has imbued its new Watch 9 with four improvements that make it easy to justify an upgrade and one that will even tempt Apple Watch 8 owners.
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Apple iPhone 15: Only Photo and Film Pros Need Apply
While there aren't compelling technical reasons to upgrade to an iPhone 15 unless you are a creative pro, there are compelling economic ones.
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Should You Upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Watch6?
If you own a Samsung Galaxy Watch4 or older or are looking to buy a Wear OS watch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 is the smartwatch to get. Here's why.
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Verizon Aims to Reduce Spam Texts with Free New Text Blocking Feature
With spam text messages on the rise, Verizon has rolled out a free new tool to block spam texts. Here's what you should know before activating it.
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Steer Clear of New App Testing Scams: Tips From the FBI
The FBI is warning people about a new scam that hooks individuals with the lure of testing smartphone apps. Here's how to spot and avoid this new scam.
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Is Threads a Twitter Killer?
Threads is an app for public conversations and building communities of people with similar interests, but it's lacking some of Twitter's key features.
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Take Advantage of Apple’s New Fast Way of Delivering Security Updates
Rapid Security Response updates enable Apple to deliver security improvements and fix vulnerabilities quickly. Here's how to turn on automatic updates.
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Phonecheck Can Tell You if a Used Phone Is Locked, Lost, or Stolen
Is that used phone deal too good to be true? Before you buy, here's how to confirm that it's not reported as lost or stolen and is unlocked for activation.
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Logitech Zone Learn Headset Keeps Kids Focused on Learning
Logitech’s Zone Learn headset is designed for kids, with a comfortable fit and durable construction, and is tuned so that they can hear voices clearly.
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Carriers Make Phone Insurance Available for Old Phones
Carriers usually require you to sign up for phone insurance within 30 days of acquiring a phone, but it’s open enrollment for all devices right now.
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Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Phones Receive Big Processor and Camera Upgrades
The Galaxy S23 line is a significant step up from last year, with a much faster processor for gaming and camera upgrades for better low-light performance.
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Apple Issues Major Security Update for Old iPhones and iPads
If you have an old iPad or iPhone, you should update now to prevent hackers from running malware, changing your privacy settings, and more.
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Apple Raising the Cost of Battery Replacements on March 1
With Apple raising the cost of battery replacements by $20, here's how to check your battery's health to see if you need a new one before prices go up.
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Wisear Earbuds Will Have Hands-free Controls
Wisear's earbud control technology uses simple face twitches to let you answer phone calls or play music without touching your earbuds or smartphone.
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HP Hearing Pro Leads New Class of Bluetooth OTC Hearing Aids
HP Hearing PRO promise to be the best Bluetooth earbud-style OTC hearing aids thanks to their music playback, active noise canceling, and low price.
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Our Editor's Pick the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are $70 Off
Bose just chopped $70 off the price of its QuietComfort Earbuds II. If you want to gift the best noise-canceling earbuds, you should grab this deal.
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Arlo Safe App Provides Live Safety Monitoring and Video Recording
The Arlo Safe App delivers video recordings of emergency events, personal safety monitoring, and crash detection in one uniquely comprehensive app.
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Google Pixel 7: An Already Impressive Camera Becomes Even Better
The hardware and software updates to the cameras in the new Google Pixel 7 models make them easy to recommend – except for Pixel 6 model owners.
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No Insurance, No Problem: Samsung Phone Screen Repairs Are Just $99
With cracked screen repairs up to 57 percent off, now is the time to repair your Samsung phone if you don’t have insurance. But there are few caveats.
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Should You Upgrade to iPhone 14?
If you're eyeing a flagship iPhone 14 Pro model, there are a few compelling reasons to buy, but the case for the iPhone 14 model isn't as strong.
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Apple's New AirPods Pro Fix Two Big Problems
Apple fixes two big complaints – AirPods Pro falling out of your ears and losing the case – and improves audio quality. But it's not enough to upgrade.
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Bose CustomTune Profiles Deliver Noticeably Better Noise-Canceling
The new QuietComfort Earbuds II create personalized noise-canceling profiles based on your ear canal's shape - and you can really hear the difference.
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iPhone, iPad and Mac Owners Need to Update Software Now
Hackers are actively exploiting vulnerabilities in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS that allow installing new apps, taking pictures, and changing security settings.
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Verizon Opens up Phone Insurance Enrollment for Old Devices
If you regret not purchasing phone insurance, Verizon is letting you sign up old devices through October 13th. We break down whether you should go for it or not.
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Anker’s GaNPrime Next-Gen Chargers Are Faster and Smarter
Anker’s new chargers are more efficient and smarter, with the ability to dynamically distribute power to the device that needs fast charging the most.
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New Facebook Feeds Tab Puts You in Control of What You See
If you don't like Facebook telling you what to read, you'll love the new Feeds tab that shows chronological posts from your friends, Pages, and groups.
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Will Apple’s Lockdown Mode Finally Kill Pegasus Spyware?
Apple is rolling out a new security feature that will offer users what Apple describes as extreme protection from spyware for those users who need it.
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Google Image Search Gets Even Better with Multisearch
Google image search now lets you use text to refine your search to give you better search results, as well as find related style and color variations.
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Add Your Driver’s License to Your iPhone Wallet to Make Travel Easier
Now you can add your driver’s license to the iPhone Wallet app to travel through TSA checkpoints. Find out which states allow it and how to add it.
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iOS 15.4 Finally Lets You Use Face ID When Wearing a Mask
Using Face ID to unlock your phone has been a challenge in recent years with mask requirements in many public places, but now your iPhone can recognize you even when you're wearing a mask.
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New iPhone SE Offers High-End Performance for a Budget Price
The new iPhone SE (3rd gen) features the A15 processor, matching the speed of the top-tier iPhone 13 models, and 5G connectivity for a budget price.
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3G Networks Are Shutting Down, Cutting off Phones, Home Security, Cars
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon are shutting down 3G networks in 2022, meaning older devices will stop working if they can't be upgraded to use 4G.
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You Can Now Install Android Apps on Your Windows 11 PC
All Windows 11 computers can run hundreds of Android apps downloaded from the Amazon Appstore and touchscreen laptops operate like Android tablets.
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First Look at the Samsung Galaxy S22 Series Phones
Samsung folds the Note line into the S22 series and adds processing upgrades for all new S22 models resulting in significant camera feature updates.
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10 Reasons to Upgrade to iPhone 13 (and 5 Reasons Not to Bother)
While there's no one must-have feature, there are 10 good reasons to consider upgrading to an iPhone 13 from your current iPhone, even an iPhone 12.
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11 New Features that Will Make Your Apple Devices More Useful
Enhanced security and privacy, increased interoperability between Apple devices, and more intelligent apps are coming to all Apple devices this fall.
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9 Features to Try in iOS 14.5
iOS and iPadOS 14.5, which you can download today, include fixes to some major annoyances. Here are the top nine features we think are worth trying.
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AirTags Enable Apple Lost & Found
Apple’s new Bluetooth location tags use Find My, which Apple users already use to find the misplaced iPhones and AirPods, to find all of your other devices.
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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Delivers High-End Features for Under $500
The high-end display, quad-lens camera, weather resistance, 5G capabilities and more make the A52 5G a great deal at under $500.
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iPhones and iPad Owners Need to Update to iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 Now
There are 3 vulnerabilities in iOS 14/iPadOS 14 that are being actively exploited by hackers. Protect your iPhone or iPad by updating to iOS 14.4/iPadOS 14.4.
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Miiskin Fights Cancer by Helping You Monitor Skin Changes
Miiskin makes it simple to monitor your skin for moles and other skin changes that could be signs of cancer, even on hard-to-examine areas like your back.
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The Best Apps of 2020
From streaming services to the easiest workout routines ever, the year's best apps help us stay healthy and entertained even when we're stuck at home.
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Allstate Finds the iPhone 12 to Be the Most Durable Smartphone
The iPhone 12's new Ceramic Shield screens can survive serious falls, according to drop tests by Allstate, and are more durable than iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S20.
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You Should Upgrade to iPhone 12, Here's Why
With 5G, a tougher screen, vastly improved cameras, and more, it's not a question of if you should upgrade, but to which iPhone 12 model. Here's how to decide.
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You're Not Crazy, Your iPhone Battery Is Dying Faster
If you upgraded to iOS 14, you may have noticed that your iPhone is now running out of battery quickly. It's not your imagination. Here's the fix.
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New Google Pixel 5: Affordable 5G and Flagship Features
Google’s new Pixel 5 phone delivers innovative new software and high-end hardware at a mid-range price.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Delivers Premium Features for Less
Samsung's Galaxy S20 FE combines all the key features of its flagship phones, including 5G connectivity, at a price that’s $300 less than the regular Galaxy S20.
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7 New Features to Try in iOS 14
Apple's latest iOS comes packed with new conveniences, like extra privacy protections, lots of new ways to customize your Home Screen, and quite a bit more.
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Apple Makes Its Watches More Affordable and Accessible
Apple upgrades health tracking and makes its smartwatches more accessible with the affordable Watch SE and Family Setup for managing kids' and parents' Watches.
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InvisibleShield Screen Protectors Kill Coronavirus
Zagg's InvisibleShield Elite Glass screen protectors have been proven to kill human Coronavirus in third party testing.
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Samsung Slashes Smartphone and TV Prices on Amazon
With prices up to 50% off, it's a great time to upgrade to the newest Samsung Galaxy smartphone or spruce up your home theater with a QLED 4K TV.
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What You Need to Know About Samsung’s Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra
Samsung's next-generation of Note phones received boosts in processing power, display size and quality, and camera quality. Find out if the upgrades are enough to make the switch.
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Google's Pixel 4a Has High-End Android Features at a Budget Price
While the Pixel 4a isn't the only smartphone with a moderate $349 price tag, it has impressive features you usually can't get without paying a lot more.
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How to Claim Your $25 from the iPhone Batterygate Settlement
Do you own — or did you own — an iPhone 6, 6s, or 7? If so, you can claim a $25 payment from the iPhone throttling settlement. Here's how.
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Huge Changes Coming to iPhone, iPad and Mac Apps
A multitude of improvements are coming to Apple devices this fall, including huge updates to primary apps as well as how you access your apps and information your home screen.
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Facebook Lets You Block Political Ads
You may not be able to stop your friends from arguing about politics, but you can at least get rid of political ads on Facebook and Instagram.
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3 Reasons Why You Should Switch to the Microsoft Edge Browser
The newly updated Edge browser delivers the convenience of the Chrome browser with enhanced security, organization tools and readability. It's time to give Edge a try.
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Bulk Delete Facebook Posts with This New Privacy Tool
With the new Manage Activity feature, you can easily filter you old Facebook posts and delete or achive them to pull your private information out of the public eye.
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New Medical ID Sharing Lets Your iPhone Send Health Data to Emergency Services
A new feature in iOS 13.5 lets your phone send key medical data to emergency services when you call 911 — it could help save your life.
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Facebook Messenger Rooms Makes Video Chat Easy
Facebook's new Messenger Rooms group video calling feature is supremely easy to use, but raises some security concerns. Here's what you need to know.
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Apple Watch on Sale Now for $100 Off
Apple Watch rarely goes on sale, but you will find select Apple Watch 5 models for $100 off at Walmart right now.
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New iPhone Text Bomb Can Crash Your Phone Without Warning
Text bombs, innocent-looking messages that contain hidden characters that crash your phone, are back and hitting iPhones. Here's how to fix your phone when it crashes.
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NordVPN Doubles Speeds with New WireGuard-Based VPN Protocol
NordVPN's new NordLynx VPN protocol provides service that's up to twice as fast while maintaining the industry gold standard of "no-logs" service.
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Apple Unveils a New $399 iPhone SE
The words "cheap" and "iPhone" rarely appear in the same sentence, but that's the best way to describe its new Apple SE, which is essentially a souped-up iPhone 8.
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Sign in with Apple Has Started Its Major Rollout
"Sign in with Apple" is a simple and secure way to access apps and services using your Apple ID instead of creating a new username and password, but it may not be right for you.
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First Look: OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro
The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro 5G phones match many of Samsung’s new Galaxy S20 line of phones in specs but cost hundreds less. But, do they offer enough value?
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Fleeceware Subscription Scams Can Cost You a Bundle
Fleeceware apps trick you into expensive subscriptions that can cost you a bundle — but with these tips, you can avoid these App Store and Google Play scams.
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Coronavirus Robocall Phone Scams on the Rise
Scammers are calling people to offer testing for coronavirus, protective gear, and health insurance. Don't be fooled. Here's how to avoid these scams.
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How to Block Calls on an iPhone
Tired of the endless spam calls and area code spoofing scams? Here are four ways to block those annoying calls on your iPhone.
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How to Block Calls on an Android Phone
Tired of the endless spam calls and area code spoofing scams? Here are four ways to block those annoying calls on your Android phone.
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Google Cracks Down on Unnecessary Location Sharing
Keeping your private data private is a challenge, but soon Android will offer new tools to lock down access to your location and other sensitive data.
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First Look: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra
Samsung's Galaxy S20 line of phones l take a big leap forward in image quality and all have 5G, but is it enough to make you want to upgrade?
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Tile Trackers on Sale Today for Under $15
Our favorite device trackers by Tile are up to 43 percent off today!
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New Bluetooth LE Audio Standard Turns Your Wireless Music up to 11
Soon, your Bluetooth devices will let you easily listen to plays, muted televisions, specific language soundtracks at the movies, and share your music with others.
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Temporary Tattoos Go High Tech with Prinker
It's never been simpler to experiment with tattoos. The Prinker tattoo printer can apply custom art to your skin in just seconds.
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Apps for Turning New Year's Resolutions Into Reality
These apps will help you stick with your New Year's resolutions to lose weight, get fit, meditate, save money and eat healthy.
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The Best iOS Apps & Games of 2019
The very best iOS this year are all about sharing, creating, and enjoying great stories — whether that means taking pictures or playing games.
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The Best Android Apps & Games of 2019
Google's best apps of the year highlight how very useful your Android phone can be, from fitness to productivity. See which apps you're missing.
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Best Cyber Monday Deals on Smartphones, Smartwatches, Cameras and Headphones
It's the right time to pick up a new smartphone and all of the accessories because even the latest models — like the Pixel 4 and Apple Watch Series 5 — are on sale.
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Best Black Friday Deals on Smartphones, Smartwatches, Cameras, and Headphones
It's the right time to pick up a new smartphone and all of the accessories because even the latest models — like the Pixel 4 and Apple Watch Series 5 — are on sale.
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Apple AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds Are a Big Upgrade
Apple's upgraded AirPods Pro has some tough competition, but it's still the best option for Apple fans.
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Owners of Old iPhones and iPads Need to Update Software Now
If you don't update your old iPhones and iPads by 8 PM ET on November 2, they will lose the ability to access email, the web and many apps.
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Some Screen Protectors Make Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 Phones Unlock for Anyone
Some silicon screen protectors can trick Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 phones' ultrasonic sensors into unlocking for any fingerprint.
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First Look at the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL
While slightly less pricey than Apple and Samsung's flagship phones, the Pixels don't scrimp on the bleeding edge features, and even add a couple of unique ones compared to the competition.
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Tiny Tile Sticker Lets You Track Everything from Your TV Remote to Your Bike
Tile's tiny new waterproof trackers will stick to anything, making them perfect for your outdoor gear.
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Amazon Brings Alexa to Everything from Alarm Clocks to Eyeglasses
Some of Amazon's new Alexa devices are a little odd, but Echo speakers, Ringsecurity cameras, and other practical gadgets are getting solid upgrades for reasonable prices.
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Apple Debuts Lackluster iPhone 11 and 11 Pro iPhones
Unless you're planning on upgrading from an iPhone 8 or earlier, there's not much new to entice you into upgrading to the new iPhone 11 models.
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How to Apply for Apple Card
Apple aims to make credit cards easy to use with the new Apple Card — and you can apply today
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Delete Old Google Assistant Requests & Prevent New Ones from Being Stored
If you use Google Assistant, Google will save the voice recording. Here's how to listen to and delete the old files, and opt out of future files being saved.
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How to Keep People from Listening to Your Siri Requests
How to turn off Siri and delete recordings of Siri queries from Apple's servers.
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How to Stop Amazon from Listening & Delete Your Alexa Recordings
Amazon Alexa records and stores everything you request on Amazon's servers. Here's how to delete the files and prevent Amazon employees from listening to them.
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Over 1,300 Android Apps Track You Without Permission
Instead of using Android’s location services — which apps must have permission to access — these sneaky apps track you using less obvious means.
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iPadOS Makes the iPad a Multitasking Powerhouse
The iPad strikes out on its own with iPadOS, which may give the tablet the boost it needs to replace your laptop for good.
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Apple's New Privacy Protections Aim to Lock Away Your Data
What's new in privacy: "Sign in with Apple" to shield your data from third parties, the Maps that don't track you, smart home protections and more.
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6 Stand-Out Features in iOS 13
Apple's new iOS 13 doesn’t add anything revolutionary, but there are a lot of small conveniences that you’ll appreciate every day. Check out our favorite upgrades.
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The Motorola Moto Z4 Promises High-End Features at a Fair Price
For those looking for a solid phone at a fair price – especially if you’re looking to jump onboard with 5G – the Moto Z4 offers a compelling choice.
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38 Great Memorial Day Deals
Whether you're in the market for a big-screen 4K TV, a new laptop, or appliances and gadgets for your home, these are the best Memorial Day tech sales.
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What to Expect from Android Q
Android Q delivers more privacy controls and fewer distractions for all users and is designed to power the next generation of smartphones with support for foldable phones.
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Google Announces Budget-Friendly Pixel 3a Smartphones
Google is focusing on making smartphones with better security and more privacy protections — all for an affordable price.