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Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives and a substantial part of world economics. Whether it's communication, entertainment, or productivity, we rely on our smartphones for almost ...

Every year, Apple, Samsung, and Google grace us with plenty of great handsets across the price spectrum. This year is different in one notable way, however. Thanks to RAMageddon, even budget phones ...

MWC doesn’t see many flagship phone releases anymore, but the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra (8/10, WIRED Recommends) are worthy of fanfare and likely best in show this year. Both Android phones are ...

For years, smartphone buyers have had it pretty good. Even budget phones now offer fast processors, high-refresh-rate displays, and cameras that would’ve seemed flagship-worthy just a few years ago.

2025 might be the year for compact smartphones. Starting with the iPhone SE 4, which is rumoured to launch in the coming weeks, major Android players are also expected to introduce mini versions of ...

In an era where smartphones keep getting larger, both flip phones and compact smartphones have carved out a niche for users who prefer easier-to-hold devices. But since these two kinds of smartphones ...

Samsung’s new phones all get AI enhancements, and the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Privacy Display that can block the screen from nosy neighbors. The headline ...

Samsung Electronics launched a new series of flagship Galaxy smartphones on Wednesday. Prices have stayed flat for the highest-end model, but increased for others. The smartphone sector is grappling ...

Smartphones may look familiar on the surface in 2026, yet the technology inside is taking a decisive leap forward. AI-native processors, new connectivity layers and advanced display systems are ...

“Forget inflation—the real reason your next phone will cost a fortune is the “hidden” (perhaps not so hidden at this point) war for memory. As AI giants swallow up the world’s chip supply to power ...

Kids are spending hours each day using smartphones and social media, and it can have consequences for their mental health, a new survey affirms. The survey of about 1,500 11- to 13-year-olds in ...