Downcycled: The story of Samsung’s failed deal with iFixit, as told by iFixit’s CEO

by dbadmin | Jul 27, 2024 | Features, iFixit, Samsung

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority “Never take broken for an answer.” This motto, wrapped around a wrench, is emblazoned on Kyle Wiens’ red t-shirt. Wiens is the CEO of iFixit, one of the most popular destinations for everything you need when it comes to...

Why Android-iPhone RCS will still (sometimes) suck

by dbadmin | Jul 27, 2024 | Features, RCS

Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority After a battle of words lasting many years, Rich Communication Services, or RCS messaging, is finally available on iPhones via Apple’s Messages app. In theory, iPhone and Android users can share RCS messages seamlessly, complete...

I really miss the rotating bezel on this Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra

by dbadmin | Jul 27, 2024 | Features, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, smartwatches, Wearables

  Earlier this month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra and immediately got flack for its familiar look (read: the Apple Watch Ultra must feel flattered). Whether you personally buy into the take that Samsung copied Apple or not, there’s no question the company...

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Everything we know so far

by dbadmin | Jul 26, 2024 | Features, Google, Google Pixel Buds

The Pixel Buds Pro represented a major leap forward for the Google Pixel Buds family, delivering high-end features like ANC and IPX4 water resistance. We had a lot of positive things to say about Google’s flagship true wireless earbuds, but that’s not to say they were...

Was there ever any doubt Apple’s first foldable iPhone would be a flip phone?

by dbadmin | Jul 26, 2024 | Apple iPhone, Features, Foldable Phones

The day has finally come — Apple is working on a foldable iPhone. Well, we’re not close to seeing the fruits of that labor, which might be two or more years away, but at least we know it’s coming. In fact, a recent report suggests that the Cupertino-based company has...

The Galaxy Watch Ultra’s action button is really not worthy of its name

by dbadmin | Jul 25, 2024 | Features, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, smartwatches, Wearables

Samsung touts the new Galaxy Watch Ultra as its top-of-the-line device intended for adventurers. This claim accompanies loaded durability specs, unique band styles, and reconfigured device interaction, most notably with the addition of an Action button. Yet, after a...