Early Android phones were sluggish, inelegant, and error-prone. That's no longer the case—just look at the Galaxy Note 8 or LG V30. The one issue that remains? Android fragmentation. Hundreds of thousands of users are running different versions of the OS, even if they have the same device. In comparison, the iPhone has long been a shining example of beautiful software and … [Read more...] about How to Switch From an Android Phone to iPhone
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How to Back Up an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch Using iTunes
If you own an Apple mobile device, you have no excuse for not backing it up, because Apple gives you two very simple and free ways for duplicating and storing a copy of your information: iCloud and iTunes. The benefit of backing up using iCloud is that it's largely automated and can happen wirelessly. The downside is Apple only gives you 5GB space for free, so if you need … [Read more...] about How to Back Up an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch Using iTunes
Kids (and Twins) May Want to Pass on iPhone X Face ID
Are you worried about the security of Apple's new Face ID feature on the upcoming iPhone X? Apple this week provided a bit more detail on how its new facial-recognition feature works, and how you can use it to unlock your iPhone. First of all, it's highly unlikely that a random person will be able to unlock your iPhone X using Face ID, Apple wrote. The probability of that … [Read more...] about Kids (and Twins) May Want to Pass on iPhone X Face ID
Exclusive: iPhone 8 Scores Top Marks In LTE Speed Tests (Sort Of)
The iPhone 8 is the fastest iPhone ever, although it doesn't quite match up to gigabit LTE phones—and you have to be careful about which model you get. Our testing shows that the iPhone 8 supports 600Mbps speeds on US and Canadian networks, much like the Essential Phone PH-1 does. It lacks the 4x4 MIMO antennas needed to extend speed and coverage on US networks to the levels … [Read more...] about Exclusive: iPhone 8 Scores Top Marks In LTE Speed Tests (Sort Of)
iPhone 8 Plus vs. Galaxy Note 8: Camera Battle
Apple's new iPhone 8 series just hit the streets and the company says it has the best cameras ever on a phone (at least until the iPhone X comes out). Samsung fans may take offense, as the company claims its S8 and Note 8 cameras are, in fact, the best. Is one better than the other? Should you switch operating systems to get better images out of your constant companion? Is it … [Read more...] about iPhone 8 Plus vs. Galaxy Note 8: Camera Battle
iFixit iPhone 8 Teardown Finds Qualcomm Gigabit Modem
The iPhone 8 runs Qualcomm's finest modem—it just doesn't have the antennas to deliver its finest performance, iFixit's annual iPhone teardown reveals. The most notable part in iFixit's teardown is the Qualcomm X16 modem with its WTR5975 RF transciever. This is the same modem used in leading Android smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy S8, Note 8, Moto Z2 Force, and the … [Read more...] about iFixit iPhone 8 Teardown Finds Qualcomm Gigabit Modem
The ultimate iPhone tips, tricks and hidden features guide
Just bought yourself a shiny new iPhone 8 or 8 Plus, or maybe you're rocking an older model? Want to learn your way around Apple's best iOS features and get the most from your smartphone? Our in-depth iPhone tips and tricks guide reveals plenty of secrets and nifty hints to make you a master. Apple has just launched its fresh new iPhone 8 and the super-size iPhone 8 Plus, … [Read more...] about The ultimate iPhone tips, tricks and hidden features guide
iPhone camera tips and tricks guide: Take great photos with iPhone 8 Plus and below
Get the most from your iPhone's camera tech with these handy tips, including how to use the best hidden features, how to tweak the camera’s photo and video settings, plus how to use Apple's new Portrait mode on the iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 Plus. The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus boast Apple’s all-new mobile camera tech, capable of shooting gorgeous photos in almost any … [Read more...] about iPhone camera tips and tricks guide: Take great photos with iPhone 8 Plus and below
Report: iPhone X Production Hasn't Started Yet
The iPhone X is Apple's new flagship iPhone that paves the way for the future of the company's smartphone designs. Consumers will be able to pre-order the iPhone X from October 27, with the phone's launch date set as November 3. However, actually getting an iPhone X in 2017, let alone on launch day, looks quite unlikely. The reason? Apple hasn't started manufacturing them yet … [Read more...] about Report: iPhone X Production Hasn't Started Yet
Belkin Solves the iPhone 'Listening While Charging' Problem
Apple removed the headphone jack on the iPhone 7 and proclaimed it showed courage. Consumer reactions ranged from indifference to frustration and even anger. The headphone jack remains useful today, and many of us have expensive headphones that rely on it. Now with the iPhone 8 and iPhone X confirming the headphone jack isn't coming back, Belkin decided to solve the listening … [Read more...] about Belkin Solves the iPhone 'Listening While Charging' Problem