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Samsung's Galaxy Foldgate only proves that Apple is right to wait for a foldable iPhone

The Samsung Galaxy Fold isn't off to a great start, with reviewers complaining of display issues and several models needing to be returned.

Anker's Roav Bolt brings Google Assistant to your car's 12V socket, even with an iPhone

Anker's new Roav Bolt brings Google Assistant and a pair of USB ports to your car for $50.

Intel’s exit leaves Qualcomm in full control of the 5G smartphone modem roadmap

Just hours after Apple and Qualcomm settled their legal battle, Intel announced that it wouldn't be making a 5G smartphone modem anymore.

Apple and Qualcomm surprisingly settle their legal differences, and it’s pretty clear who won

Apple and Qualcomm have surprisingly settled their legal case, with Apple agreeing to pay Qualcomm an undisclosed sum and royalties.

6 things the Pixel 3a needs to become Google's hero phone

Google has officially teased the arrival of a new Pixel phone, but there are some features it requires to be a success.

The first looks at Samsung's Galaxy Fold reveal an open and shut case for not spending $2,000

The first early impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Fold have landed, and they're less than glowing.

Fingerprint scanner face-off: Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs OnePlus 6T vs Galaxy S9 vs Apple's iPhone

Are the newer optical and ultrasonic fingerprint scanners actually better than the physical sensors? We put four of them to the test.

Two-factor authentication explained: How to choose the right level of security for every account

Everything you need to know about two-factor authentication so you choose the right method for every account you own.

Verizon’s dubious new Just Kids plan is a terrible deal for you and your kids

Verizon is selling a new Just Kids plan that limits data and contacts to "make it easier for families to call a technology truce." If you believe that I have a bridge to sell you.

No joke, Google is killing off the Pixel 2, Inbox, goo.gl URL shortener, and Google+ this week

Google is trimming down its product line with the removal of Inbox, the Pixel 2, Google+, and URL shortener goo.gl.

Huawei is basically forcing fans to buy the P30 Pro by crippling the P30

Huawei's P30 Pro has a bigger screen, way better cameras, wireless charging, and water resistance than the P30, which still costs $800.

Apple leaves Android users with few alternatives as Texture is earmarked for May 28 shutdown

Texture has announced that it will be shutting down on May 28, leaving Android users with no place to read their digital magazines.

Huawei’s P30 Pro goes toe-to-toe with the Samsung Galaxy S10+ on power, price, and photography

Huawei has unveiled its first flagship phones of 2019 in the P30 and P30 Pro, and they're packed with features to take on the Galaxy S10.

The Apple TV+ video streaming service: 8 burning questions

Apple unveiled its new TV+ video streaming service, but there's a lot we don't know about it.

iPad mini review roundup: Apple’s new tiny tablet is exactly what you think it is

The early reviews for Apple's new iPad mini are in, and there are no surprises: it's an iPad mini 4 with a better processor.