Andrew Lanxon

DJI Mini SE vs. DJI Mini 2: Specs compared on DJI’s two cheapest drones

DJI’s latest drone, the Mini SE, is the company’s smallest, lightest and cheapest drone yet, aiming to offer an affordable entry into the world of aerial photography. Along with 2.7K-resolution video capture and 12-megapixel stills, the 249-gram drone offers 30 minutes of flight time. That’s not bad for a drone with a price tag of …

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Nothing Ear 1 earbuds: We’ve used them and here’s what you should know

Nothing, the new company from OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has launched its first product, a set of earbuds called the Ear 1. We’ve got ’em, we’ve used ’em, and we’ve put together the main things you need to know right here.  OK, so what is Nothing? It’s a new London-based tech firm led by Pei. His philosophy with OnePlus was …

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Nokia’s new XR20 wants to be the next indestructible phone

If a Nokia 3310 were hit by a car, it would be the car that would be damaged. At least that’s what the mythology — and the numerous memes — would claim about Nokia’s classic phone from 2000. And Nokia’s latest launch, the XR20, is hoping to recapture some of that magic with the company boasting that it’s among the …

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How to take amazing photos with your iPhone or Android phone: CNET’s top tips

You don’t need to be a wealthy Instagram star with the best dSLRs to take incredible photos. Today’s top phones like the iPhone 12 Pro Max, Galaxy S21 Ultra or other great Android phones have photography skills that rival many dedicated cameras. Even many older generation phones still pack amazing quality cameras that are more than capable of racking up those …

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iPhone 12 photography tips: How to take your best ever images on your phone

The iPhone 12 is one of the best-rated phones of all time on CNET thanks to its solid all-round performance and its 5G connectivity. It’s more “affordable” than the iPhone 12 Pro Max, lacking as it does some of the camera pizzazz, like the telephoto lens and lidar sensor. But its powerful photography software means this phone is still more than …

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Galaxy S21 Ultra’s zoom skills make it a photography champion

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra sits right at the top of the company’s lineup of phones for 2021. No surprise then that it has a huge list of elite specs, including a meaty processor and super-fast 5G connectivity. It’s Samsung’s answer to Apple’s flagship iPhone 12 Pro Max. But it’s the camera setup that stands out. There are four lenses on the …

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Prime Day Fitbit deals: Lowest ever prices on Sense, Inspire, Ace 2

This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. Amazon’s Prime Day sees huge discounts on a massive array of products from TVs and headphones to food processors and vacuum cleaners. But if you’re into tracking your health and fitness, you should rejoice at the big …

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OnePlus Nord CE review: A brilliant budget Android phone

The OnePlus Nord CE (or ‘core edition’) takes a lot of what made the previous Nord so appealing — triple rear cameras, super-fast 5G speeds and an attractive design — and slices even more off the asking price. While last year’s base model came in at £379, the Nord CE will set you back only £299. And who doesn’t love …

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iPhone 12 vs. iPhone 11 Pro camera comparison: See why Apple’s newest phone wins

The iPhone 11 Pro packed a seriously impressive triple rear camera. It took such great shots in fact that it replaced my DSLR on a road trip around Scotland. Apple’s latest iPhone 12 may be one of the more affordable of the new lineup — which includes the smaller iPhone 12 Mini and the more premium 12 Pro and 12 …

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Google I/O 2021: Everything we didn’t get

Google I/O 2021 kicked off with a keynote event that included a look at some great innovations, from new features in Maps to updated ways to manage your search history to some great views into what’s coming in the next big version of Google’s mobile operating system, Android 12. But there were some large gaps in the presentation, some of which we …

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