If your new phone no longer supports SIM cards, or you don't want to use them anymore, you can convert to eSIM instead. I started my career with CNET all the way back in 2005, when the (original) ...

Longtime iOS users have a hard time leaving behind Apple's walled garden. Apple doesn't make it easy, but making the switch to Android can be worth it once you find what you're missing out on. Android ...

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. I've spent large portions of my life looking for ways to extend the battery life on my Android phones. Admittedly, that sounds rather dramatic, ...

Apple has just released iOS 26.1, the first major bug-fix update to its latest iPhone operating system. But not everyone jumps onto the latest versions, preferring to let other people kick the tires ...

WhatsApp is one of the most-used instant messaging apps. If you didn't know, you can now use two WhatsApp numbers on a single device. This feature is especially handy if you have separate accounts for ...

Nothing gets in the way of using a mobile device more than lag and bogged-down performance. Unfortunately, this is bound to happen with most phones and tablets, but you can take advantage of some ...

The HIROH Phone is a privacy-focused device that runs e/OS and has a physical kill switch to restrict access to the camera, mics, and connectivity options. The smartphone is now available for ...

Metro by T-Mobile is offering a free 5G smartphone to new customers who switch carriers. The deal requires signing up for an eligible unlimited plan, with options starting at $40 per month. Eligible ...

The problem with most phone setups is that you start using the device before correcting the defaults. With One UI 8, Samsung added some useful upgrades, but many of them stay buried unless you go ...

Customizing your iPhone’s app icons offers a creative way to make your device uniquely yours. Whether you prefer a clean, minimalistic design or a bold, colorful theme, Apple provides tools to help ...