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Security experts explain why the ease of spoofing phone numbers means the AT&T record dump may translate to more texts from attackers pretending to be friends and family

By Rob Pegoraro

If your car integrates CarPlay or Android Auto but you hate plugging in your phone while you drive, these dongles may do the trick.

By Eric Griffith

Apple reportedly wants to ship 90 million iPhone 16 devices globally in 2024, up 10% over the second half of 2023, but it faces challenges in rolling out Apple Intelligence in China and the EU.

By Jibin Joseph

While the two most recent generations of the Galaxy Z Flip look similar, the Z Flip 6 gets some important internal upgrades. We compare specs to see how it stacks up against the Z Flip 5.

By Iyaz Akhtar

How does the brand-new Galaxy Z Fold 6 compare with last year's excellent Z Fold 5? We explain what sets them apart and whether it's worth upgrading.

By Iyaz Akhtar

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Motorola Razr+ are two of the newest flip phones on the market. We pore over their specs to see which one comes out ahead.

By Will Greenwald

Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 open and close with a hinge, but there are plenty of differences between the two. We break them both down so you can choose which one is best for you.

By Sarah Lord

You could take home $250 for grading PC speakers, wireless speakers (including smart-assistant speakers), headphones, earphones, and even your high-end gaming headset right now.

The T-Mobile-owned prepaid service joins other carriers in treating Canada as a 51st state.

By Rob Pegoraro

If you're eyeing Samsung's newest foldable smartphones, here's how to get the best price from AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Xfinity Mobile, and Samsung itself.

By Chandra Steele

Cellular signal boosters use big antennas to improve coverage in your home or car. These are the top cell boosters for apartments, houses, and vehicles.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord

Need a safe and smart way to use your phone in the car? These car phone mounts are ideal for hands-free calls, navigation, music streaming, and more.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord

Is your phone, tablet, or laptop typically in the battery red zone before the day's end? These portable chargers and power banks give you the most boost when you're out of juice.

By Sarah Lord

Why rely on public hotspots when you can bring a personal Wi-Fi network with you wherever you go? These are the best mobile hotspots we've reviewed for each major US carrier.

By Sarah Lord

If you're on the phone all day, a Bluetooth headset can give you clear audio without weighing you down. Here are the top models we've tested across a wide range of prices and designs.

By Alex Colon  & Will Greenwald

If you're looking for a phone that can connect to the newest and quickest cellular networks, here's what you need to know, along with the top 5G phones we've tested.

By Eric Zeman

Tired of hauling around an extra camera? Grab one of the best smartphones for taking photos and you might find your dSLR or mirrorless collecting dust.

By Eric Zeman

Want to charge your iPhone more quickly? Check out our favorite fast iPhone chargers to top off your battery in a flash.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord

Tired of the restrictive carrier payment plans that often come with new cell phones? The top unlocked phones we've tested aren't tied to a carrier, offer you more freedom, and carry less bloatware.

By Iyaz Akhtar

Should you get your kids a simple voice phone or a more capable smartphone? What about parental controls? Here's what you need to know along with our top-tested picks for children of all ages, no matter your budget.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord