Poll: Do you feel your smartphone runs too hot?

by dbadmin | Jun 23, 2022 | News, smartphones, Survey

Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Today’s smartphones are very powerful devices, capable of chewing through demanding tasks pretty effortlessly for the most part. In saying so, one notable concern with the form factor is overheating, as the more constrained...

You told us: These are the first things you change on a new phone

by dbadmin | Jun 17, 2022 | News, smartphones, Survey Results

Getting a new smartphone is a fun experience, as you unbox the device and play around with your shiny new toy. The setup process involves some work though, as you add a Wi-Fi connection, log in to your relevant accounts, install the desired apps, tweak sound profiles...

You told us: Here’s how likely you are to switch from your current brand

by dbadmin | Jun 15, 2022 | News, smartphones, Survey Results

Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority We buy phones from specific brands for a number of reasons. Some people buy a manufacturer’s phone because they’re loyal to the brand, while some buy a brand’s phone because it fulfilled all their needs on paper. Then there...

You told us: You’re selective about answering phone calls

by dbadmin | May 24, 2022 | News, smartphones

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Our smartphones are versatile tools, giving us the ability to take photos, record videos, consume media, play games, and browse the web. But the core functionality has always revolved around, you know… phone calls. We...

Buying a slightly older phone has never made more sense

by dbadmin | May 23, 2022 | Apple iPhone 12, Features, OnePlus 9, Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Samsung Galaxy S20, smartphones

Credit: David Imel / Android Authority You’re not alone in feeling your wallet a little lighter these days; everything seems to be more expensive this year, technology included. With inflation and recession woes lingering in the back of all our minds, stretching those...

How to block or hide your own phone number

by dbadmin | May 12, 2022 | Android, Apple iOS, How To, iOS, smartphones

You don’t always want people to know your phone number. It’s become a private piece of information we don’t usually share with everyone. Many of us keep another number to give to those we don’t entirely trust or to give to businesses. Thankfully, it’s possible to...