I’ve been a Google phone diehard for 10 years – here’s my 5-part wishlist for Pixel 11
[ad_1] Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Google will officially unveil the Pixel 11 lineup on Aug. 12. The new Pixel Glow feature could be the highlight. Pixels need an AI kill switch and better magnetic accessories. Google has officially scheduled the Pixel 11 event — Aug. 12. […]
How to turn on repair mode on your Android phone – and why it’s critical to do so
[ad_1] Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Android includes a special mode specifically for repairs. This mode is available for Pixel and Samsung phones. Your phone must be running at least Android 14. Over the weekend, something fascinating happened — and not in […]
The best Presidents’ Day phone sales live now
[ad_1] When is Presidents’ Day? Presidents’ Day is observed on the third Monday of February. This year, the holiday lands on February 16. How did we choose these Presidents’ Day deals? ZDNET only writes about deals that genuinely capture our attention. These are products that we’d want ourselves and would confidently recommend to our readers, […]
AT&T’s new phone for kids might solve your biggest problem with parental controls – for $3 a month
[ad_1] AT&T Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways AT&T has unveiled its carrier-designed smartphone for kids. The amiGO Jr. phone has extensive parental controls. The phone is $3 a month plus monthly service. If you’ve been debating whether it’s time for your child to have their own phone, […]
Your Android phone just got a powerful anti-theft upgrade. Here’s what’s new
[ad_1] Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Android is getting upgraded theft protection features. Updates include expanded Identity Check and Remote Lock. The features are available now. Google announced a new set of theft protection feature updates for Android on Tuesday to help mitigate trouble if your phone […]
Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu that can solve most internet problems – how to access
[ad_1] Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Samsung’s hidden “Connectivity Labs” unlocks secret Wi-Fi tools. Features include Wi-Fi inspection, faster data switching, and more. Works on newer Samsung Galaxy phones with OneUI 6 or later. Did someone on Reddit just uncover one of the best-kept secrets […]
Stop putting your phone screen-side up on the table – why you’ll be glad you did
[ad_1] Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. A friend of mine once told me, “I always keep my phone on silent mode… which doesn’t matter because I compulsively look at it every three minutes anyway.” He’s not the only one. From becoming a text addict to having full-blown smartphone dependency, the […]