https://www.pocket-lint.com All of Pocket-lint's phones coverage in one place. Sat, 21 Oct 2023 01:00:27 GMT en-US hourly 60 The new iPhone 15 debuted some beautiful colors, like frost blue and pink. And while cases are important for protecting your iPhone from scratches, dents and drops but let's be real, phone cases are also one of the best ways to express your personality, and you probably want a case that compliments rather than covers the fun new hues.

]]> Sat, 21 Oct 2023 01:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-stylish-iphone-15-case/ Google launched Android 14 alongside the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, and there are plenty of AI goodies to be had between the two. For example, the Pixel 8's Best Take feature helps you improve your group photos by swapping people's faces to get the best shot possible. The Pixel's Call Screen feature also got a boost from AI, which should lead to more accurate results when analyzing an incoming call.

]]> Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:15:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-android-14-ai-wallpaper-generator/ While foldable phones continue to be an expensive luxury in most cases, there are signs that a market for cheaper models is starting to build. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is a great flip phone, but it costs $999, putting it on par with flagship phones like the iPhone 15 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro. Motorola already found a way to make a folding phone cheaper with the Moto Razr 2023 costing just $699. Now, Huawei is rumoured to be working on something that will sit around that seem price point. Maybe even less.

]]> Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:48:11 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-desperately-needs-this-cheaper-folding-phone-to-compete-with-motorola/ Messaging has gone through quite a transformation over the last few years. Only a few years back, standard SMS text messaging was the norm, with a limited number of signs available and not much more to them.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:10:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-setup-rcs-chats-on-android/ Samsung has had the foldable phone market to itself for the last few years, especially in Western countries, but that changed in 2023, and some big names have come along to disrupt things. Of course, we saw the Pixel Fold earlier this year, but now there's another heavy hitter on the scene, the OnePlus Open.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:01:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-open-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-5/ Many of the biggest phone brands have dipped their toes into the world of foldables, with devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Motorola Razr Plus taking advantage of the development of flexible displays to offer a different experience. The latest phone maker to add a new model to the ranks of foldable phones is OnePlus, with the new OnePlus Open. How does this new foldable stack up against the competition? We go head-to-head with the OnePlus Open vs Google Pixel Fold to see which comes out on top.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:01:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-open-vs-google-pixel-fold-which-is-better/ OnePlus' smartphone journey has been an interesting one, to say the least. To the point where if you told anyone right when the super-affordable 'flagship killer' OnePlus One was announced that in a few years, the company would have a $1500 folding smartphone, they'd have laughed in your face.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:01:09 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-open-hands-on/ Phone brands are getting increasingly open-handed ahead of their launches, from Google showing off its Pixel phones from all angles to OnePlus telling us the name of its long-awaited folding phone debut, the OnePlus Open.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 10:00:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-open-folding-phone-launch-how-to-watch/ If you're looking to buy or upgrade to a new phone, but don't think you have the cash for an iPhone, think again. We've found a ton of deals on Apple's just-released iPhone 15, including ones where you can trade in your old phone or switch carrier plans for massive savings. But if you don't want to go through a carrier, there are discounts available from retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and Apple themselves. These deals can come with the phones already locked to a carrier or entirely unlocked for you to connect to any carrier.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:15:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-iphone-deals/ One of the best MagSafe battery packs we've tested, this Baseus magnetic power bank houses great battery in a compact and portable body, and right now it's on sale at Amazon. Looking very similar to Apple's own MagSafe battery pack, the Beaeus unit is sure to blend in nicely with your iPhone's overall aesthetic - just for a fraction of the price.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 18:56:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-magsafe-power-bank-is-cheaper-and-faster-than-apples-version/ The GSMA originally developed eSIM technology all the way back in 2012, but like all new tech, it's taken a little while to gain a foothold. Samsung's Gear S2 Classic 3G smartwatch kicked off the consumer eSIM revolution in 2016, with Apple following suit in 2017 with the Apple Watch Series 3. These days, most Android smartphones have eSIM compatibility as standard.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:31:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-esim-works-android/ Since the introduction of Apple's MagSafe technology with the iPhone 12, the ring of magnets that ensure the handset's wireless charging puck is lined up with the charging coil in the phone has lead way to a sprawling accessory industry, with products ranging from MagSafe compatible cases and chargers, to MagSafe wallets and battery packs.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:30:07 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-magsafe-battery-pack/ The iPhone 15 Pro was announced at Apple's event in September 2023, with some significant enhancements over the iPhone 14 Pro. However, all the talk after the event was about the upgrade from Lightning to USB-C. If the new charging port was the big news, is there really enough else to make it worthwhile upgrading?

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 21:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-iphone-15-pro-vs-iphone-14-pro-whats-the-difference/ Traditionally, our mobile devices rely on terrestrial cellular networks to stay connected to a single geostationary satellite. However, these networks often face coverage, speed, and cost limitations in some regions. This article will discuss how SpaceX uses Starlink Direct to Cell to directly connect our cell phones and mobile devices to the internet using satellite links.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:00:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/starlink-direct-to-cell-when-will-it-launch/ If you live in the United States, you've got a ton of choice when it comes to smartphones these days. Sure, you've got the big names in Apple, Samsung, Google, and Motorola, but it doesn't take that much snooping around to get at more interesting options from Asus, OnePlus, Nothing, and a fair number of white-box sellers like Blu.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/coolest-phones-you-cant-buy-in-the-united-states/ Every year Qualcomm holds its annual Snapdragon Tech Summit where it reveals the latest technologies and platforms the company has been working on over the previous 12 months - sometimes longer. The event is held in Hawaii and it spans a couple of days with a main keynote taking place on the first day, followed by a number of smaller sessions that dive a little deeper into some of the announcements.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:45:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/snapdragon-summit-how-to-watch-it-announcements/ There are a number of options available when it comes to setting up a new email account. You can go with Outlook, which is run by Microsoft, Gmail, which is run by Google or you can choose iCloud, which is run by Apple. There are a number of others too of course, but if you've already made your choice and you're looking to set up an iCloud email, you've come to the right place.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:16:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-create-setup-and-use-an-icloud-email-account/ Magic Editor is the talk of tech town. Announced at Google I/O, it made its debut with the launch of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro - Google's latest phones. Magic Editor takes the AI premise set down by Magic Eraser and turns the dial up to 11. It gives you Photoshop-like powers in the palm of your hand, and it all happens on your phone. I've fully reviewed the Pixel 8 Pro, which I love, and Magic Editor is one of the reasons I rate the new Pixel so highly: it's a game changer and no one else offers anything like this right now.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:21:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-magic-editor-examples-of-what-it-can-do/ Recording video used to require expensive specialised equipment, but these days, everyone has a powerful video camera in their pocket: a smartphone. In fact, smartphones have become more important as mobile creativity tools, to the point where some see it as the primary purpose, as important as communication.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:01:38 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/10-tips-for-recording-better-video-with-your-smartphone/ Google's Pixel 8 Pro has a lot of features that are worth checking out and using on a daily basis. The camera, for example, takes stunning photos in its own right, but when you add in AI features like Best Take, Audio Magic Eraser or the Magic Editor, you start to see just how crazy Google is getting with its computational photography.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:15:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-google-pixel-8-pro-temperature-sensor/ Google's new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are two fantastic Android phones that offer strong performance and battery life that's good enough for long days not to mention at times, an unrealistic camera experience.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-8-best-take-feature-how-does-it-work/ In the marketing blurb for the iPhone 15 Pro, Apple describes the camera system as being like 'having seven pro lenses in your pocket'. In reality, it's more like having seven pre-set levels of zoom in your pocket, but the ability to quickly switch between different focal lengths can be useful when you're shooting different types of photos.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:01:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-choose-a-default-lens-iphone-15-pro/ Samsung and Apple sell hundreds of millions of smartphones each year. But when any of us buy a smartphone, be it an Android phone or iPhone, we're also buying a digital camera. For many, the camera can make or break a buying decision when smartphone shopping. And these two tech giants take very different approaches to the cameras used in their phones.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra-and-apple-iphone-15-pro-max-camera-comparison/ There was a time when all your contacts were stored on the good old fashioned SIM card so duplicate contacts wasn't really a thing - or at least not as much of a thing as it is these days. Now, your phone's contacts list likely comes from a number of different places - an iCloud backup, Gmail contacts and perhaps contacts from another email account for example - resulting in what could be several duplicates.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:15:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-merge-delete-duplicate-contacts-iphone/ In the past, the top-of-the-range iPhone Pro models have offered the same hardware and features, with display size and battery capacity being the key differentiators. That's not the case for the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max however, with Apple giving a little bit more love to the larger Pro model this year.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:17:06 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-vs-iphone-15-pro-differences-compared/ It's no secret that I'm an iPhone girl. I use the iPhone 15 Pro Max as my main phone and I adore it for a number of reasons. That's not to say I can't appreciate it when the Android competition pulls something great out of the bag.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:01:38 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/3-things-i-want-my-iphone-15-pro-max-to-have-that-the-pixel-8-pro-does/ With the Pixel 8 - and Android 14 running on it - Google introduced a host of fascinating new features. Joined with some of our old favourite tips and tricks, there's a lot to sink your teeth into if you're happy to go digging.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:06:17 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pixel-8-pro-tips-and-tricks/ Rumours suggest that OnePlus will be the next brand to get into the foldable smartphone game. OnePlus is a part of the BBK family, and sister companies Vivo and Oppo have both released foldable devices, so we're not too surprised to see OnePlus doing the same.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:51:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-foldable-rumours-release-date-specs/ Are you considering inverting the colours on your iPhone? It can be a useful feature - especially for those with color blindness or for those who find phone screens difficult to read. The process of inverting your iPhone's display colours is simple and can be done in no time at all. Here is a step-by-step guide for you to follow, plus how to use the side button to toggle inverted colours on or off.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:21:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-invert-colors-iphone/ 2023 has been a great year for foldable phones and two of the most exciting models come courtesy of Motorola. Internationally, they're dubbed the Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra, however, they're also available in the US under different names.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/motorola-razr-40-vs-razr-40-ultra/ If you own a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and have been looking at the Galaxy S24 Ultra with little interest, that might be about to change. That's after early benchmarks for the next big Samsung flagship phone appeared online showing just how fast it is going to be.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:33:57 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/revealed-the-galaxy-s24-ultra-speed-boost-thatll-make-your-s23-ultra-seem-old-and-slow/ The MagSafe Battery Pack is Apple's in-house battery life extender for iPhones, and it's currently at one of its lowest prices ever on Amazon thanks to the Big Deal Day sales event. It's compatible with all the latest models of the iPhone, starting with iPhone 12. That includes all iPhone 12- 14 models, including the Max and Mini. Magnetically attaching to the back of your phone, the battery pack offers a wire-free 24-hours of extra battery. Topping out at 11mm and stretching over the bottom two-thirds of the back of an iPhone, the pack is thinner than the original iPhone, and still functions with MagSafe compatible cases, so you won't have to sacrifice protection for power.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 03:55:54 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-magsafe-battery-pack-deal/ The Pixel 7a is a brilliant ticket into the full Google Pixel experience, and thanks to Amazon Prime Big Deal Days it's now at a lower price than ever, making it an even more compelling option. 20 per cent has been knocked off its normal $499 price tag, taking it all the way down to $399 - the sort of price that makes this a really hard deal to resist, especially with less than a year on from its release. This is the lowest price we've ever seen for a new Pixel 7a, one you'd normally have to get a refurbished or renewed model for, and we're excited to see it offered for a limited time.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 02:20:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-7a-deal-prime-big-deal-days/ Amazon's Big Deal Days is finally here and we're seeing some amazing deals, including one for the Galaxy A54, a phone we rather enjoyed testing some time ago. Usually sporting a $450 price tag, we've seen this phone get a bit cheaper when on sale, but never lower than $350. Now that the Fall Prime Day is here, however, we're seeing a new best price as the A54 hits $330, making it the perfect time to add it to your cart.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:41:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-phone-deal-samsung-galaxy-a54/ Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event is finally here and this fantastic Samsung Galaxy S23 deal is one that's hard to ignore. As the S23 was only released earlier this year, we've only seen a few trade-in deals for the handset here and there, but on this Prime Day, the 128GB flagship model is dropping down to $650, which is a mid-range price for a premium phone.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:15:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-s23-prime-day-deal/ October Prime Day ends tonight, so you only have a limited time left to snag a phone on sale - whether for yourself or to get a head start on holiday shopping.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:51:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-smartphone-deals/ Making the decision to pick up a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is kind of a big deal. Typically, your options are fairly limited when it's time for a new phone. You can get an iPhone, a slightly better iPhone, or an Android phone that looks and works like an iPhone. But sometimes you need to do something... a little different. That's where Samsung's line of foldable phones comes in. The Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Fold use incredible dual-screen designs to let you interact with your mobile device in entirely new ways, and the Fold 5 is on sale for over 21 per cent off during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:21:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-phone-deal-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-5-for-sale/ Mobile phones have essentially stagnated into one basic form factor, led by Apple: a big screen, a flat back with a camera on it and nothing else. But some manufacturers are gioing against the trend and innovating in both form factor and functionality with foldable phones. Unlike old-school clamshells from the early 2000s, these have bright HD touchscreens on both the inside and the outside, letting you interact with your apps on two different screens. It might seem like a gimmick at first, but once you explore what you can do you'll wonder how you ever lived without one.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:45:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-foldable-phone-deals-prime-day/ The Pixel takes a lot of headlines but still commands a relatively small slice of the overall smartphone market. Dwarfed by the likes of Apple and Samsung, Google's phones are slowly gaining popularity. The Pixel has defined itself on the camera experience, the freedom from bloatware and being front of the queue when it comes to software updates.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pro-review/ Google's Pixel 8 is one of two new smartphones from the search giant and Android maker and the successor to last year's superb Pixel 7. As you'd expect, it brings a series of improvements, but this year, the upgrades are more in the experience, making it feel like a pathway to a dedicated AI computer that also happens to be able to make calls, send texts and take photos.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-review/ It’s finally here - Android 14 has landed, and it comes with a multitude of new features and customization options. It might not be the biggest change in Android history, but Google did focus on personalization and customization quite a bit, making the newest Android update a fun experience for everyone looking to make their phone look unique and truly theirs.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-turn-on-monochrome-theme-in-android-14/ When OnePlus launched its latest flagship, it returned to its roots of delivering a fast, smooth, bloat-free smartphone with a fantastic display and a great price point. If you wanted to max out the storage and RAM, though, it cost quite a bit more than the entry-level version, until recently that is. As part of its Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon has discounted the top storage/RAM variant - with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage - back to its previous lowest price: $650.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/maxed-out-oneplus-11-returns-to-all-time-low-price/ Motorola has two Moto Razr foldable phones. The first one is the midrange Moto Razr 2023, which is decent for its price tag. However, we are much more impressed with its sibling, the Moto Razr+ 2023, otherwise known as the Moto Razr 40 Ultra. The latter is the one is on sale during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days - for a whopping 20% off. That brings its price down from $1,000 to a cool $800, which makes it an appealing option.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:44:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-phone-deal-moto-razr-plus-2023-sale/ The Moto G Play 2023 is about as good as it gets for a budget-oriented smartphone. It's currently on sale for just $105, which is 39% off of its list price of $170. We've seen quite a few excellent Prime Big Deals Day deals across a number of different product categories, but this one might be among the best for a budget smartphone.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:57:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-phone-deal-motorola-g-play-sale/ The new iPhone 15 comes in a range of beautiful colors, so let them shine without sacrificing your phone's protection. This ESR case promises both style and durability, along with MagSafe compatibility for only $16 this fall Prime Day.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:15:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/esr-iphone15-case-prime-day-deal/ Foldable phones are all the rage right now - so long as you aren't Apple - and the Pixel Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 5 are the current kings of the hill for many. But there's about to be a new kid on the block, and it goes by the OnePlus Open name. Oh, and it's just leaked.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:24:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/official-looking-oneplus-open-render-leak-leaves-little-to-the-imagination/ The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are only just arriving but there is already plenty of buzz about what comes next. That next phone very likely be the Pixel lineup's next budget offering, the Pixel 8a. And new renders have popped up online that appear to show exactly what it'll look like.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:45:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/leaked-pixel-8a-renders-show-exactly-what-to-expect-from-googles-next-budget-phone/ Every year, the fall gadget season brings new smartphone launches and dozens of carrier deals enticing you to trade in your old phone and upgrade to a new one. But you still don't have to pay an arm and a leg for the newest smartphone to get a great deal. For Amazon's Fall Big Deal Days, Samsung offers the Galaxy S23 Ultra for 21 per cent off, a not insignificant discount that brings the phone's $2000 starting price to a much more manageable $950. The S23 Ultra was Samsung's highest-end and most expensive non-foldable smartphone last year, and the culmination of years of design work combining giant screens and a lot of cameras into a package you can still reasonably hold in one hand. It's the Android phone to get if you want to take great photos and edit them with a stylus all on the same device.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:30:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-luxury-samsung-s23-ultra-is-21-off-this-prime-day/ When Apple unveiled its new iPhone 15 lineup, the company also announced a new initiative to stop selling its leather iPhone cases as part of a broader carbon-neutral and environmental initiative. Replacing the leather phone cases is a new FineWoven material that Apple describes as a “durable twill.” You'll also see FineWoven show up in other Apple products, such as Apple's MagSafe Wallet, and in a couple of Apple Watch bands.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-finewoven-case-durability/ Apple revealed its iPhone 15 range in the middle of September in the form of four devices; the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The iPhone 15 Pro Max sits at the top of the line-up, offering the best Apple has to offer. It's not only bigger than the iPhone 15 Pro this year, but it has extra features too. Meanwhile, at the top of the Google Pixel offering is the Pixel 8 Pro, which offers the same size display as the iPhone 15 Pro Max, but there are a number of differences between these handsets. If you're wondering with to go Apple or go Google, here's how the iPhone 15 Pro Max stacks up against the Pixel 8 Pro.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:31:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-vs-google-pixel-8-pro-differences-compared/ I'm what you'd call an Android guy. I got aboard the Android train on Day 1 and have been reviewing Android devices ever since. It's impossible to be exclusively Android - I've reviewed iPhones during that time - but I return to an Android phone at the end of the day. This year, Android 14 and iOS 17 have landed really close together - and it highlights something that's been bothering me for a while: Android OS updates just aren't that exciting.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 14:31:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/i-just-got-android-14-but-apple-ios-17-has-filled-me-with-envy/ Samsung revealed its latest book-style folding phone during a Galaxy Unpacked event on 26 July, succeeding the Galaxy Z Fold 4. The fifth generation of the device was announced alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and a number of other devices, including the Galaxy Watch 6 series of smartwatches and Galaxy Tab S9 series of tablets.

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 11:06:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-5-vs-z-fold-4-differences-compared/ At its launch event in September 2023, Apple described the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max as 'the most pro lineup we have ever created.' Putting aside questions about what 'most pro' actually means (or whether pro-est might be a word) it's certainly the case that the iPhone 15 Pro Max is Apple's most powerful iPhone to date.

]]> Sat, 07 Oct 2023 14:01:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-vs-iphone-14-pro-max-whats-the-difference/ We love that Samsung is taking risks in the cell phone space. With everybody content to follow in Apple's footsteps, their dedication to unique form factors like the Fold and Flip series is awesome. It doesn't hurt that these are also some of the best Android phones on the market. Chopping $300 off the purchase price of a new Fold 5 is a can't-miss deal ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:09:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-300-discount-on-the-galaxy-z-fold-5-may-be-one-of-the-best-prime-day-phone-deals-we-see/ Android 14 is the next and latest major OS update for Android phones everywhere, with several new features and capabilities built onto the platform that Google first implemented with Android 12 in 2021.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/when-is-android-14-coming-to-my-phone/ Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is nearly here, but we've got our eyes on Best Buy this weekend as we're seeing some great Samsung deals on flagship devices. From smart TVs you can get with up to $1,500 off, or laptops, and even phones, there are lots of Samsung deals to snag.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 16:30:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-best-buy/ Choosing a new smartphone isn't as simple as it used to be. Nowadays, they come in lots of different sizes, with plenty of different features and, critically, at plenty of different price points.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 00:51:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-mid-range-phone/ The Google Pixel 8 comes with some pretty nice glass out of the box. Using Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, the Google Pixel 8 comes out of the box pretty durable and scratch resistant. However, as we all know, there are still some things that can squeak passed the protection and mess up the screen. For those occasions, we recommend a good screen protector for your Pixel 8.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:30:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-pixel-8-screen-protector/ The Galaxy S23 FE is Samsung's latest and cheapest Galaxy phone yet. However, don't think that the lowered price means it's lacking in specs you'd want or expect in a new smartphone. Plus, it's still a $600 investment. If you're planning on picking up the new Galaxy S23 FE, you'll want to protect your investment with the best screen protector.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 22:36:41 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-screen-protector/ The Google Pixel 8 is one of two Google flagships released during the company's 2023 Made by Google event, with the other being the Google Pixel 8 Pro. We already have a list of cases for the Pixel 8 Pro, but if you want the phone's smaller sibling at a cheaper price, we have you - and your phone covered when it comes to picking a great case.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:16:44 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-pixel-8-cases/ The Galaxy S23 FE is Samsung's absolute latest Galaxy phone. Announced on Oct. 4, it's the most budget friendly, lowest cost of all the Galaxy S23 phones. That doesn't mean it's at all lacking in specs you'd want or expect in a new smartphone. If you're planning on picking up the new Galaxy S23 FE, you'll want to protect your investment with the best case.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:10:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-case/ Google's always adding impressive new features to its Pixel phones, and this year has been no exception with the launch of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:01:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-audio-magic-eraser-on-google-pixel/ Google officially launched Android 14 as part of its Made by Google 2023 event alongside the Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and the Pixel Watch 2. It was technically supposed to launch a month ago, but Google delayed the release, most likely so that it would launch with the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. This is likely a signal of things to come with major OS releases launching with new devices, similarly to how Apple does it. In any case, Android 14 is out now, and it's available to the public.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/android-14/ Google just announced their highly anticipated Google Pixel 8 Pro, and it includes everything Pixel users have been looking for: a better camera, brighter screen and software upgrades. Of course all these great upgrades come with a price, the Pixel 8 Pro's starting price is $999. If you're planning on pre-ordering a new Pixel 8 Pro then you should make sure to also leave room in your budget for the perfect phone case. Getting a solid phone case will help prevent your phone from scratches, cracks and major drops. I mean, a new phone isn't worth nearly as much value or use with a cracked screen, right?

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 22:16:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-pixel-8-pro-phone-case/ Google just had its huge event to announce the Pixel 8 series of smartphones (along with some other fun gadgets). The company announced a new version of its custom Tensor processor to accompany the phone's announcement. The Tensor G3 builds on the technology offered by the G2 in some notable ways that should be quite exciting for people who purchase Google's latest smartphones.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 20:31:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-the-google-tensor-g3-chip-how-is-it-different/ The new Google Pixel 8 lineup and the Pixel Watch 2 are finally here, and they're looking absolutely gorgeous. The new devices were unveiled during the Made by Google 2023 event on October 4th, and were made available for pre-order soon after, allowing fans to get their hands on these sleek new devices.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:50:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-pixel-8-pixel-watch-2-pre-order-deals/ The new Pixel 8 Pro is here, ready for pre-order, and promises the most gorgeous display we've seen on any Pixel phone. And while a good case is great to keep your phone protected, screen protectors are a great accessory that often goes overlooked. Great for everything from scratch and drop protection, applying a screen protector to your phone helps tremendously when it comes to preventing dings, dents, cracks and even major breaks.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-pixel-8-pro-screen-protector/ Google and Samsung released their latest smartphones just 24 hours apart, and both of them fit into the same relative price range. Shoppers will no doubt be curious as to which one is the better fit for their needs.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 17:25:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-vs-google-pixel-8/ Google had a busy day today, with the company descending upon New York City to announce all kinds of new devices and features. There was the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, the Pixel Watch 2, Google Tensor G3 chip, and more.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 17:04:42 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/everything-announced-at-made-by-google-2023-pixel-8-pixel-watch-2-tensor-3-and-more/ The Pixel 8 Pro has just been announced, showing off the latest marvels from Google. Light applause accompanied the New York launch event, as Rick Osterloh and crew presented the latest details to assembled media. With much of the device leaked - or simply shared by Google in advance - there were fewer surprises than at the recent iPhone 15 launch event.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 16:55:14 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-pro-8-ai-powered-camera/ As we near the end of Fall 2023 hardware launches, Google announced its newest PIxel Phones: The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro at today's Made by Google event. Along with the new flagship phones, the company also released a new Pixel Watch and new colors for the Pixel Buds Pro.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 16:12:08 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-pre-order-the-pixel-8/ The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are finally here, and that leaves us with one all-important question: Which colour should you get?

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:39:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro-colours/ Google's next flagship smartphones have finally been officially announced following several months of teasers and leaks. The two smartphones, which come in the form of the Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel 8, were revealed at the company's Made by Google event alongside the Pixel Watch 2 and new Pixel Buds Pro.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:15:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pro-rumours-release-date-specs-features/ Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra is widely available, either directly from Samsung or a number of retailers. It starts at $1,099 for the 256GB model, with the 512GB and 1TB models priced at $1,279 and $1,519, respectively. It comes in a wide variety of colors, including green, black, lavender, and cream and the Samsung.com exclusives of lime, graphite, sky blue and red.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:12:46 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra/ The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro feature subtle new design features like smaller bezels, a slightly bigger screen, and a revised "Camera Bar" with new photography features to explore. And that’s before you even touch all the features Google's adding to Android 14. However, one thing that isn't changing about the Pixel is charging. Unlike the iPhone, which was recently updated to include a USB-C port for the first time, the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro aren't radically re-thinking ports or charging speeds. Which means if you don't want to bother with cables, the best way to power up your phone is going to be a wireless charger.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:51:48 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-pixel-8-and-8-pro-wireless-chargers-googles-latest-deserve-the-best/ After a year filled with endless leaks and rumours, the Google Pixel 8 has finally launched. It sports a new processor, upgraded cameras and a tweaked design - but is that enough to be worth the upgrade from the Pixel 7?

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:45:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-vs-google-pixel-7/ Google has just pulled the covers off the Pixel 8 and the Pixel 8 Pro, updating its flagship devices for 2023. While there's more power at the core in Tensor G3 and a wider range of camera skills - there's one thing that jumps out from these devices: there are now 7 years of updates.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:43:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-matches-apple-iphone-security-updates/ It's finally here - the Google Pixel 8 has been unveiled at last, after weeks of rumours and spec sheets leaking. It looks like a typically impressive bit of hardware from Google, too (who would have thought that would be a sensible thing to say a decade ago?).

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:43:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-vs-pixel-7a/ Google has announced its new flagship for 2023, the Pixel 8 Pro. It comes in and replaces the Pixel 7 Pro, updating the incumbent device with a range of enticing new features and looking to be the best Pixel so far. But what's actually changed, and importantly, will this phone be worth the update?

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:41:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pro-vs-pixel-7-pro/ Google has announced its latest Pixel portfolio, including the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, alongside the second-generation Pixel Watch and the Pixel Buds. There are a number of similarities between the Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel 8, as there were between the Pixel 7 Pro and the Pixel 7, but there are a few differences worth taking note of, too.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:40:10 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-8-pro-vs-pixel-8-differences-compared/ Google has just announced the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro as it sets out its new flagship devices for 2023. And the Pixel 8 is going to double down on AI, with Pixel 8 offering ten times the AI complexity that was first introduced on the Pixel 6. It's all powered by the new Tensor G3, with Google promising that your phone will be more useful to you on a day-to-day basis thanks to AI.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:37:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-turns-to-ai-to-supercharge-the-pixel-8-and-8-pro/ Google will be pulling the covers off its latest collection of devices its customary Made by Google event. It's a chance for Google to update us on progress on some of its core technologies, as well as giving us a look at the latest hardware.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-watch-the-pixel-8-launch-and-what-to-expect/ Motorola has been a leading name in the tech-sphere since mobile phones first came to be. In recent years, it's the mid-range smartphone sector where the American manufacturer has really dominated. However, it has made a name for itself on the premium end of the market, including some pretty impressive foldables.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 01:59:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/motorola-edge-40-neo-review/ Samsung has historically used an 'FE' moniker to denote a phone that kept a lot of what made the flagship Galaxy products great but stripped down to the essentials and launched at a cheaper price. These fan editions were typically good value for money, delivering great cameras, screens and performance.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-specs-features-rumours/ It's been the subject of rumours and leaks for months but the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is now finally here, complete with a solid spec sheet and the promise of smooth gaming and pro-grade cameras.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-is-official-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ Samsung has officially announced its latest smartphone. Samsung hyped its fans up with official details on the Galaxy S23 FE. The latest phone in the Galaxy S23 series will be available for pre-order from Samsung for $599 starting on October 5. Plus, if you prefer to order from Amazon, Best Buy, or just about anywhere else, you can get the phone from most major retailers and carriers for the same affordable price.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-how-to-order/ Samsung announced the long-rumoured Galaxy S23 FE (short for Fan Edition) on 3 October, alongside the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Buds FE. The devices are designed to bring Samsung features to more users, offering an alternative option for those that might want more affordable models than the company's flagship devices.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-vs-galaxy-s23-differences-compared/ There's no escaping it. If you live in the United States, your phone, TV, and radio will alert you on October 4, 2023, at 2:20 p.m. ET, and there's nothing you can do about it.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 21:13:02 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/your-phone-will-alert-october-4-heres-why/ While we're all excited about the newest iPhone 15, we can't forget about other luxury phones with cameras that are just as impressive. And the Sony Xperia 1 V is a really intriguing high-end smartphone that is well worth the investment, especially if you're into pro-level photography, and you want a phone that's a little different to the mainstream iPhone or Samsung handset.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 16:31:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-sony-xperia-1-v-screen-protector/ The mobile gaming community continues to grow, with hot new titles hitting download stores and an ever-expanding fanbase of dedicated players. Manufacturers have noticed this too, and are crafting smartphone handsets specifically tailored for mobile players.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:31:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-gaming-phone/ If you're searching for everything there is to know about the Apple iPhone, you've come to the right place. The company currently offers multiple devices to pick between, and with recent generations comprising several models, choosing the right one for your needs has become increasingly difficult. If you're not looking to invest in the latest range, which is now the iPhone 15 series and includes the regular model, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max - there's also the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 models to consider, as well as the entry-level iPhone SE (2022).

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:30:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-iphone/ The smartphone world moves fast. New advancements occur with every generation, and cameras are no exception. One of the most exciting improvements to smartphone cameras is their ability to zoom in further without clarity loss. That's largely thanks to periscope lenses, which allow more optical zoom from small cameras than we ever thought possible. What are these periscope lenses, how do they work, and what do they mean for the newly announced iPhone 15 Pro Max? Specifically, how is Apple's tetraprism lens different from a regular periscope lens? Let's dig in and find out.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:30:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-a-periscope-lens-what-does-it-mean/ The U.N. World Comission defines sustainability as the development of something that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It's fairly ambiguous and open-ended, but it essentially means that a product is developed in such a way that it isn't destroying the planet. No phone maker is perfect in this regard. Companies are almost all guilty of at least a little "greenwashing," which is misleading the public into believing that their products are environmentally friendly when no smartphone is 100 per cent sustainably produced.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:08:10 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-sustainable-phone/ As the days tick down we're getting closer and closer to the official unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, likely towards the end of January 2024. But this being Samsung there are already plenty of leaks to go around including a new one that appears to have outed what the phone will look like - even if it is in a rather uninspiring black colour.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:37:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/these-samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra-renders-are-reassuringly-familiar/ The Action Button is a new addition to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max that's similar to the Action button that was introduced with the first Apple Watch Ultra. It replaces the Ring/Silent switch that's found on other iPhones and allows you to turn Silent mode on and off or use it for a range of other actions instead.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:05:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/iphone-action-button-into-7-action-buttons/ Samsung's lineup isn't short of options but there's a new one on the horizon - the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is almost here. The budget-friendly addition to the Galaxy S23 lineup has been leaking for months and now we know when the company is going to make it official.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:50:14 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-launch-date-confirmed-and-google-isnt-going-to-be-happy-about-it/ Google is currently the default search engine for iPhone, iPad, and Mac owners but that might be about to change if Apple has its way. That's according to a new report which suggests that the company already has what it needs to take Google on at its own game.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:18:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-already-has-all-the-tools-to-launch-a-google-replacement-for-iphone-and-beyond-report-claims/ Google is just about to launch its next-gen Pixel phone, following up on what has been a successful series of devices. Taking ownership of the design and specification of the Pixel family, Google is having an impact on the phone market and there's one thing that has defined the Pixel - the camera.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:30:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-pixel-8-camera-is-finally-getting-the-pro-controls-it-needs-to-beat-samsung-and-apple/ When Google announced the Pixel 3, it showcased a new photo mode called Night Sight. Since then we've seen the technology improve massively, thanks in part to improving camera hardware but also thanks to all the work Google puts into its photography algorithms. Because of that, you'll find Night Sight has become faster and produces sharper, cleaner and brighter results on the Pixel 7, Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a than what was possible on the Pixel 3 when it was first introduced.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:10:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-night-sight-google-pixel-camera/ Nokia made a brilliant return in 2016 and started competing amongst the big boys with its Android phones.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 21:31:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-and-worst-nokia-phones-ever/