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Apple now requires app developers to disclose data collection and privacy info

App developers now have to disclose their data collection and tracking requirements in the App Store for everyone to see.
iPhone 12 5G announcement

It’s the end of 2020, and there’s still no good reason to have 5G

Throughout 2020, you have been able to buy a 5G phone and a 5G contract, and sometimes even get a 5G signal, but at no time has there been a reason to use it.
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Boy surprises mom with massive in-app purchase bill

Lots of safeguards have been put in place in recent years to prevent unauthorized in-app purchases, so how did this six-year-old boy rack up such a hefty bill?
OnePlus 9 leak

Here’s our first look at the OnePlus 9 in person

Leaked details and composite CAD renders are fun, but seeing a phone in person is so much better. Here's our first look at the OnePlus 9.
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2020 was the year I switched back to a prepaid phone plan

Prepaid phone plans are great nowadays — and in 2020, when we're all staying at home more, they're an amazing choice for saving money on phone service.
iPhone 12 Mini

Some iPhone 12s keep dropping 5G — here’s what you can do to fix it

Some iPhone 12 models keep dropping 5G and LTE service, showing "No Service" at points throughout the day. Here's how you can fix it.
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2020 showed us you don’t need to spend $1,000 to get a great phone

Phones have gotten a little more expensive over the years, but prices are balancing out a little. And 2020 proved you don't have to spend $1,000 on a phone.
Mobile Top Tech 2020: iPhone 12

Staff Picks: DT’s favorite mobile tech of 2020

When we look back at the year, some products really stand out from the crowd. These are our favorites in mobile tech for 2020.
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Apple’s over-ear AirPods Max noise-canceling headphones cost an eye-watering $549

With active noise cancellation, computational audio, and a slick digital crown for major controls, the AirPods Max look spectacular and are priced to match.
Google Pixel 5

The latest Pixel feature drop includes Adaptive Sound and enhanced battery management

Google has released the latest Pixel feature drop, which includes better battery management and smart features like Adaptive Sound and Adaptive Connectivity.
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iPhone 11 owners may be due a free screen replacement

Apple is offering to replace unresponsive iPhone 11 screens for free. Here's how to find out if your iPhone is eligible.
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This one trick will charge your iPhone’s battery faster

The iPhone employs some fancy tech to keep its battery healthy for longer -- but if you need to quickly top up, you may want to turn this tech off.
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One country tells Apple to put a wall charger in iPhone 12 box

With the iPhone 12, Apple stopped including a wall charger for what it said were environmental reasons. But regulators in one country are not at all happy.
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Android 11 is now rolling out to some Samsung Galaxy phones, if you’re lucky

Samsung has finally revealed its road map for the rollout of Android 11 to Galaxy devices, with the Galaxy S20 set to get the update right away.
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Five reasons to be excited about the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888

Qualcomm's next-generation chip, the Snapdragon 888, is here. From performance gains to better 5G support, here's everything you need to know.
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Samsung notably missing from list of companies set to use the Snapdragon 888

Qualcomm has announced that its next chipset is called the Snapdragon 888, but Samsung was strangely absent from its list of companies using the new chip.
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Samsung launches new Galaxy Note 20 5G and Galaxy Z Flip 5G colors

Samsung has announced new colors for two of its phones, including a Mystic Red color for the Galaxy Note 20 5G and Mystic White for the Galaxy Z Flip 5G.
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This is the top-selling tech gear of Black Friday 2020

Black Friday 2020 set a new record for online shopping after customers dropped $9 billion on a range of products, with tech gear proving as popular as ever.
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Americans all ready for some shopping therapy this weekend

The Black Friday shopping frenzy is almost here, with a new survey revealing the average amount customers are expected to spend over the next few days.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

We used all 4 Galaxy S20 phones to see which is the best in late 2020

We've returned to the Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra to see if the latest deals make them a better buy than the recently released Galaxy S20 FE.
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Every MacBook Pro owner should buy a cheap iPad for a second display

A portable display can really enhance your work-from-home laptop setup. And for Mac owners, an iPad is worth the expense to use as a second display.
MagSafe iPhone 12 Pro Charge

Don’t waste your money on iPhone 12 MagSafe accessories

Apple's MagSafe charging system looks like a great idea, and it works really well, but at the moment, the products don't provide any real-world benefit.
iPhone 12 Mini.

iPhone 12 Mini lock-screen bug squashed by latest software update

Apple’s latest update has fixed several bugs, including one affecting some iPhone 12 Mini handsets where the lock-screen display would fail to respond to touch.
OnePlus 8T

Everything we love about the OnePlus 8T smartphone, and where to buy it

The new OnePlus 8T 5G is one of the best values on the Android market. Here's what's great about it — and how it stands up to competition like the iPhone 12.
Google Photos

Google Photos won’t be free for much longer, but it’s well worth paying for

Google recently announced that it will no longer offer unlimited free storage for Google Photos. But it's a service that's easily worth paying for.
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Quirky Honor Watch ES puts a fitness coach on your wrist

The unusual Honor Watch ES has a special feature where an animated guide takes you through 12 workouts, making sure you count all your reps. No shirking!
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Google Maps’ latest features aim to ease holiday season stress

Google is adding new pandemic-related data to Maps aimed at getting you safely through the busy holiday season and beyond.
Oppo X 2021 rollable in hands.

Oppo’s rollable smartphone concept shows the future isn’t only foldable

Oppo has shown off a concept phone with a rollable screen, which extends out from 6.7-inches to 7.4-inches using a specially developed motor.
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Honor gets a new start in life after embattled Huawei sells off the brand

Huawei has sold the Honor phone brand in a deal it hopes will help it survive, as both companies battle with restrictions from the U.S. government.
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Get creative with Apple’s ideas for iPhone 12 videos

If you're looking for some inspiration on how to create stunning video imagery with your new iPhone, then check out these ideas from Apple.
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iPhone 12 Mini owners reporting lock-screen sensitivity issue

Some iPhone 12 Mini users have been reporting a sensitivity issue with the device’s lock screen. The new handset started shipping on Friday, November 13.
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Huawei’s Eyewear 2 smartglasses are like true wireless headphones for your face

Huawei has teamed up with Gentle Monster to create the Eyewear 2 smartglasses, which work like true wireless headphones. We've been wearing them.
iCloud storage on the iPhone

Apple’s 5GB of free iCloud storage is pitiful, but you should still happily pay for more

Apple offers 5GB of free iCloud storage to all users, and that's a little limited. That said, if you do pay for more, you won't regret it.
Google Photos

Google Photos is killing unlimited free photo storage

Google has announced that you'll have to start paying to use over 15GB of storage in Google Photos, ending its original stance of offering unlimited storage.