Smartphones - Features

How to choose the best iPhone for kids

Children really want iPhones, but it's hard to find the right balance of cost and features.

Buyer beware: 'MagSafe compatible' is not the same as 'Made for MagSafe'

Anybody can throw a ring of magnets on a charger, but real MagSafe is more than that.

Windows 10 on M1 Macs: What you can do (virtualization, sorta) and can’t (Boot Camp)

Running Windows 10 for ARM on an M1 Mac is workable via virtualization. There's no retail version of the OS available currently, only a free preview, but the indicators that there may be seem positive.

Why the new iPhone doesn't have an in-display fingerprint sensor

In-display fingerprint sensors were one of 2019's hottest smartphone trends, the level of security and convenience they offer simply can't beat Face ID.

As the Apple Car project seemingly revs up, its launch is further down the road than ever

There are lots of rumors about the Apple Car, but you shouldn't expect to drive one anytime soon.

Every new Apple release that’s coming in February 2021

Here’s everything we know (and hope) Apple is releasing in February 2021.

What is Dan Riccio’s new project at Apple? I’m betting on a touch-screen Mac

Apple has announced that Dan Riccio will be transitioning to a new role in the company and here’s what I think it is.

Cheap mobile plans

It is important to have enough data but it is also just as important to not be paying for data you don’t need.

Best Lightning cables

Our pick of the best cables to charge and sync your iPhone, iPad or AirPods.

iPhone SE vs iPhone 11: What's the difference?

How does Apple's cheapest 2020 iPhone compare to their cheapest 2019 iPhone?

With the Galaxy S21, Samsung has finally figured out the iPhone's secret: Value

With the Galaxy S21, Samsung is delivering premium performance and design at a much cheaper price.

Best Vodafone Samsung Galaxy S21 Plans

Vodafone are stocking all three of Samsung’s latest flagship devices - the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra - via their existing roster of post-paid mobile plans. Here's how much it'll cost to get one.

Best Optus Samsung Galaxy S21 Plans

Optus are offering all three of Samsung’s latest flagship devices - the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra - via their existing roster of post-paid mobile plans.

Best Telstra Samsung Galaxy S21 Plans

Telstra are offering all three of Samsung’s latest flagship devices - the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra - via their existing roster of post-paid mobile plans.

Smartphone Notches Explained

Some consumers love the notch. Others hate it. If you’re confused about why they exist and what purpose they serve, here’s a quick primer on everything you need to know about smartphone notches.