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We're seeing some exciting tweaks and changes being made with iOS 18. But as the saying goes, there's always room for improvement.

How to better organize text messages on your iPhone

Text messages on your iPhone - and iPad - can easily become a crowded and chaotic mess. Here's how to make sense of them.

August 5, 2024 by Lance Whitney in iOS

Google Pixel 9, Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold: Specs, features, and everything else we know so far

Most of the specs for Google's new phone lineup have leaked, including a new size. Here's what else you can expect.

August 2, 2024 by Artie Beaty in Smartphones

The best rugged tablets you can buy: Expert tested

We tested the best rugged tablets tested against US military standards to survive drops, shocks, dirt, and moisture.

August 1, 2024 by Matthew Miller in Tablets

You'll soon be able to manage your Android device from the Windows 11 file manager

If you're an Android and Windows user, you'll be relieved to know that your PC will soon let you wirelessly browse the files on your phone as if it were a drive connected to your computer.

July 30, 2024 by Jack Wallen in Android

How to block spam messages on Android (and why you really should)

It's important - and easy! - to block and report those annoying and possibly malicious messages - not only to protect yourself, but to protect others from falling prey to the same attempt from the same number.

July 30, 2024 by Jack Wallen in Android