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RAM and storage prices have exploded — DRAM jumped as much as 89% in a single quarter — and new phones, laptops, and tablets are getting more expensive. Here's why that's quietly great news for anyone with a used device to sell.
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T-Mobile is retiring Simple Choice, ONE, Magenta, and legacy Sprint plans starting mid-July 2026. Here's who's affected, what it costs, the best alternatives like Mint Mobile — and how to turn your old phone into cash if you switch.
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Samsung unveils three new Galaxy foldables on July 22, and Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected this fall at around $1,999. Foldables are about to go mainstream — here's how to play it as a phone owner.
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A ransomware breach at Apple supplier Tata Electronics exposed the iPhone 18 Pro's supplier list, hundreds of parts, and even drop-test photos. Here's what leaked, and why every iPhone leak is a countdown clock for your current phone's value.
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Connecticut's right-to-repair law took effect July 1, and the EU's repair directive lands July 31. Manufacturers now have to hand over parts, tools, and manuals — and that's quietly good news for the value of every device you own.
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Kansas goes bell-to-bell, no cell. Wisconsin requires every district to restrict phones. With school phone bans sweeping the country, here's a practical playbook for parents — including what to do with the expensive phone your kid can't use anymore.
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Meta's smart glasses now rate-limit an on-device feature to 3 hours a month unless you pay $20/month. It's a preview of where gadgets are heading — and a reminder that a phone you own outright is an asset worth protecting.
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Apple rebuilt Siri on Google Gemini, dialed back Liquid Glass, launched a $599 MacBook Neo, and sent Tim Cook off in his final keynote. Here is everything that happened at WWDC 2026 — and how developers, analysts, and users reacted.
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Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is set for June 8–12, 2026. Here's a breakdown of every major announcement we're expecting, from iOS 27 to a revamped Siri.
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Apple is widely expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone in September 2026. Here's what leakers and analysts are saying about the price, design, and specs.
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The Galaxy S26 Ultra launched on March 11 with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 200MP camera, and a privacy display. Here's what the reviews say.
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Every major phone maker is betting big on AI. We compare Samsung Galaxy AI, Apple Intelligence, and Google Gemini to see which delivers real value in 2026.
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From a 2nm A20 chip to a variable aperture camera and a smaller Dynamic Island, here's everything leaking about the iPhone 18 Pro ahead of its September launch.
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The Pixel 11 Pro is expected in August 2026 with a 2nm Tensor G6 chip, Titan M3 security, and refined camera hardware. Here's the full preview.
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Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for RCS messages in iOS 26.5 beta. Here's what this means for cross-platform texting and why it matters.
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Right to Repair laws are expanding across the US. Here's how new legislation is making it easier and cheaper to fix your phone instead of replacing it.
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Satellite connectivity is now standard on modern smartphones. Here's how it works, which phones support it, and why it could save your life.
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Qualcomm's latest flagship chip is powering almost every major Android phone in 2026. Here's what the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 delivers and why it matters.