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The OxygenOS 15 screen on the OnePlus 12.

I tried OnePlus’ OxygenOS 15, and it’s much better than I expected

OnePlus has announced OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, and I gave it a try on a OnePlus 12. It turned out to be better than expected.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Qualcomm just made the future of smartphone cameras a lot more exciting

What does the future of smartphone cameras look like? Thanks to Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, it looks brighter than ever.
Perplexity on Nothing Phone 2a.

‘Massive copyright violation’ threatens one of the world’s hottest AI apps

News Corp announced Monday that it is suing AI startup Perplexity over allegations of copyright infringement on a massive scale.
Chiplet render of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite’s new name is a big deal. But does it really matter?

Qualcomm has revealed its new flagship smartphone chip, along with a new name. But in the end, does anyone care what it's called?
The Mobvoi TicWatch Atlas hanging from a branch.

I should hate the TicWatch Atlas smartwatch, but I just can’t

The TicWatch Atlas isn't all that different from Mobvoi's last few smartwatches, but I'm not mad about it. Instead, I'm very glad it's here.
Someone wearing the Pixel Watch 3, Galaxy Watch 7, and Apple Watch Series 10.

I tested the battery life of 3 popular smartwatches, and the results surprised me

The Apple Watch Series 10, Pixel Watch 3, and Galaxy Watch 7 are three of the year's biggest smartwatches. Which has the best battery life and charge speeds?
A person wearing the titanium Apple Watch Series 10.

I wore the titanium and aluminum Apple Watch Series 10. This is the one I would buy

Confused over whether to buy the titanium or aluminum Apple Watch Series 10? I've got both, and can happily tell you I prefer one over the other.
Nomad Leather Case, Magnetic Back Folio Box cases on a table

These are my favorite leather iPhone 16 cases

If you've bought an iPhone 16 and want an Apple leather case, you're out of luck. But fear not, as this California-based company makes the best replacement.
Waterfield Designs Essential iPhone Pouch in red.

Need a better way to carry your phone? I found a great accessory

Need a better way to carry your iPhone (or Android phone) and other essentials? This pouch does the job and then some.
Pixel 9 Pro in Rose Quartz.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 9 Pro

Thinking about picking up a new Google Pixel 9 Pro? Take a look at these alternatives instead.
iPhone 16 Pro homescreen with an Apple Intelligence Notification Summary

Notification Summaries are my favorite Apple Intelligence feature

Apple Intelligence is loaded with features. After trying it for months, here's why Notification Summaries is my favorite one.
The Oura Ring 4 and the Oura app.

I used the brand new Oura Ring app. Here’s why you’ll want it

I've been using the redesigned Oura Ring app with the Oura Ring 3 and Oura Ring 4, and now understand if it's worth the monthly subscription or not.
Using Photographic Styles control pad on iPhone 16 Pro.

Photographic Styles is the best iPhone feature I’ve used in years

The iPhone 16 series is not all about souped-up camera kit. Thanks to the silicon advancements, it gets a feature that turns even bland frames into art pieces.
Someone holding the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, showing the back of the phone.

Motorola had a rough 2024. Here’s what it needs to do in 2025

2024 was a rocky year for Motorola. As we get closer to 2025, here are five things the company needs to do in the new year.
2024 iPad mini in the hands of a person.

The problem with the new iPad mini

The 2024 iPad mini is arguably the most powerful small tablet in the world. It's just not solving any of the practical problems that plagued its predecessor.
A dog wearing the Personifi AI Shazam Band.

I watched an AI collar make a dog talk, and it was unreal

We all talk to our pets, but if they wear this crazy AI-driven collar, they will now be able to talk back. We've seen it working, and it's as mad as it sounds.
A person wearing the Oura Ring 4.

I’ve worn the Oura Ring 4, and I’m conflicted about it

I've worn the all-new Oura Ring 4, and it has several big hardware changes over the last Oura Ring. This is what it's like to a longtime Oura Ring wearer.
A photo showing the back of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Huawei Pura 70 Ultra, Google Pixel 3a, Google Pixel 9 Pro, Huawei P30 Pro, and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

It’s almost 2025, and it’s time to end the Android vs. iPhone debate

Buying a new phone, and getting the one you want, should be simple. However, due to the iPhone versus Android debate, it's anything but.
The OuttaFocus column header image, with the iPhone 16 Plus Camera Control.

I’m so glad I didn’t ignore the iPhone 16’s Camera Control

I almost shrugged the iPhone 16's new Camera Control off as a bit useless, but after seeing how it works with the updated Photographic Styles, I'm converted.
AccuWeather app on iPhone.

This is my favorite weather app of 2024

I've tried a lot of weather apps across iOS and Android. Here's the one that's stood out as my personal favorite.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium (left) and a Rose Quartz Google Pixel 9 Pro.

I did an iPhone 16 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro camera test. It’s not even close

The Google Pixel 9 Pro and Apple's iPhone 16 Pro are the two latest flagships to come out. But which one takes better photos? Let's find out.
Someone holding an iPhone 16, showing the Control Center.

I created the perfect iOS 18 Control Center

iOS 18 let's you customize your Control Center more than ever before. I finally tried it out myself, and I created something I'm really happy with.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 10 in titanium with the Reflections watch face.

The Apple Watch is no longer a smartwatch

Having worn both the aluminum and the titanium Apple Watch Series 10 models, I don't think the Apple Watch is a smartwatch any more. It's a true watch.
Blue Titanium iPhone 15 Pro, Desert Titanium iPhone 16 Pro Max, and White Titanium iPhone 16 Pro.

I’m having second thoughts about my iPhone 16 Pro

I get a new iPhone every year, and this year, I got the iPhone 16 Pro. But part of me really wishes I could have gone with an iPhone 16 instead.
i tried dozens of iphone 16 pro cases this is my favorite thin case thinborne

I tried dozens of iPhone 16 Pro cases. This is my favorite thin case

I've tried dozens of iPhone 16 Pro cases in search of the best one, and one particularly surprised me. This is the best thin case for the iPhone 16 series!
A person wearing the Huawei Watch Ultimate.

The Huawei Watch Ultimate is the best smartwatch you haven’t heard of

Certain smartwatches get all the attention, but if you want something different that works with iOS and Android, don't overlook the Huawei Watch Ultimate.
Using the Camera Control on the iPhone 16 Pro.

The iPhone 16 Camera Control is fun, but it could be better

The new hardware feature for the entire iPhone 16 lineup this year is the Camera Control. While it's a fun idea, the execution could have been better.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9's screens.

Why the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is this year’s Pixel phone to buy

I've used all but one of this year's Pixel 9 phones, and I absolutely know the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the one you should buy. Here's why.
The iPhone 16 sitting on top of orange mums.

The iPhone 16 has ruined all other smartphones for me

The iPhone 16 isn't the most technically impressive smartphone available in 2024, but it does one thing better than any of its competitors.
An iPhone and Apple Watch on the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Travel Pad.

I’ll never travel without Belkin’s excellent iPhone and Apple Watch charger

Looking for the perfect travel accessory for your iPhone and Apple Watch? Look no further than the Belkin Travel Pad.
Smart Stack and Live Activity on the Apple Watch Series 10.

This Apple Watch feature was driving me crazy. Here’s how I fixed it

Since I've been wearing the Apple Watch Series 10, one feature has been annoying me. It has to do with Live Activities, and I've finally solved it.
Medical ID and Emergency Call Quick Access on the Apple Watch Series 10

How the Apple Watch saved my life

Have you ever almost died? I did, due to a heart attack at the age of 33. In the years since, here's how the Apple Watch has repeatedly saved my life.
4G reception bars on an iPhone 16 Pro Max.

I still don’t have 5G at home, and the reasons why amazed me

It's 2024 and I don't have 5G at home, or even in my direct local area. It has been five years since 5G launched, and I wanted to find out what's going on.
Reading comics on Hannspree HannsNote 2 tablet.

The HannsNote 2 is an Android tablet unlike any other

You probably haven't heard of the HannsNote 2 before, but once you read about it, you won't be able to stop thinking about it.