These $300 OnePlus smartphones have bigger batteries than the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17 combined

Budget-friendly OnePlus phones are now packing batteries nearly twice the size of premium rivals, highlighting how far battery innovation has diverged across markets.
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Android 17’s native app lock may also hide notifications from locked apps

Google is inching closer to a built-in app lock feature in Android 17. New findings from early builds suggest how locked apps will handle notifications and system access.
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The iPhone 4 is the classic camera phone that retro lovers can’t get enough of — but don’t skip these essential security tips

Demand for the iPhone 4 is up almost 1,000%, but using such an old handset comes with a few cyber security caveats

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could finally catch up to OnePlus with a key battery upgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been tipped to get 60W wired charging – which would be a big step towards catching up with Chinese phone makers like Xiaomi and OnePlus.

Honor steps up to the big leagues with the Magic 8 Pro
Honor steps up to the big leagues with the Magic 8 Pro

I have a simple gut check I use when reviewing phones, especially ones that rely on their cameras as a selling point: how often do I wish I had another phone with me instead? These days, it’s mostly the Vivo X300 Pro I miss when I’m testing something else, a phone whose camera remains unmatched. […]

Samsung just won CES 2026 with its creaseless folding OLED – but I hope the iPhone Fold gets it first

Samsung’s creaseless folding display is an engineering wonder – and if the company has any sense, it’ll give it to Apple first.

WhatsApp is getting one of its best upgrades in years — here are 3 new ways to supercharge your group chats

These new WhatsApp tools are coming to group chats — and I can’t wait to get my hands on the new text sticker feature.

iKKO’s tiny phone has a folding cam and a keyboard for your tactile fix

iKKO’s MindOne is a credit-card-sized BlackBerry-style keyboard phone with always-on AI ambitions. It uses SIMO vSIM fallback data in 140-plus countries and launches February 8, 2026 for $329 to $499.
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Anker is putting screens on its latest smart chargers – and the idea is dividing opinion

The new Anker Nano Charger can recognize what it’s plugged into, has a built-in screen, and delivers 45W of power.

Samsung’s latest patent suggests a flip you can fold inward or outward

Samsung’s latest design patent suggests a reversible flip phone where either outer face could be front when folded. It’s an intriguing idea, but the filing focuses on looks, not launch plans.
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