It feels like we’re always upgrading to the latest release and replacing old gadgets on an almost yearly basis these days, which leaves us with a lot of old phones, tablets and other devices. Sure, you could leave them in a drawer forever in the off chance you need to use it when your new …

If you bought one of the new iPhone 14 models today, you’re probably ready to tear open the box and start experiencing all the new features of iOS 16. While getting a new phone is exciting, we don’t recommend rushing the setup process. Instead, take the time to make sure your new iPhone 14 is set up to your liking.  …

Google’s been developing its Messages app on Android to better compete against Apple’s iMessage for years, and at the same time has been advocating for the RCS texting standard that powers this app to replace SMS and MMS across the phone industry. The company has been particularly targeting Apple in a campaign to bring the standard to the iPhone to …

This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. Apple announced the new 2nd-generation AirPods Pro, its latest wireless headphones, during Wednesday’s “Far Out” event. And while these AirPods won’t be released until Sept. 23 (you can preorder this Friday), there’s still a lot to explore with the current AirPods …

It feels like we’re replacing old gadgets on an almost yearly basis these days, which leaves us with a lot of old phones, tablets and other devices. Sure, you could leave them in a drawer forever in the off chance you need to use it when your new device breaks, but that day usually never comes, leaving us with a …

The majority of calls I receive on my phone aren’t from my friends and family or coworkers. No, instead they’re from scammers and telemarketers, notifying me that I’ve “won the lottery” or simply pretending to be the IRS and threatening me to pay up. It’s why I don’t pick up any phone numbers I don’t easily recognize, even if it …

You’ve made the switch to an iPhone from Android. Maybe the iPhone 13‘s features finally convinced you, or maybe you’ve bought the 2022 iPhone SE. Whichever Apple phone you now carry, you’ll notice a learning curve when using iOS after you’ve been accustomed to Android. On the one hand, it’s exciting: You’re now part of the blue bubble club, and you …

If you’ve bought a new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro iMac, Mac Studio or Mac Mini within the past couple of years, it almost certainly uses Apple’s own processor, either the Apple Silicon M1 or Apple Silicon M2, instead of an Intel chip. In your day-to-day use, you likely won’t notice any operational difference, and that’s a good thing. However, when it comes time …

Your Android phone, much like your car, requires regular maintenance to identify problems, prevent future issues and keep it running at its best. To start, you can give the exterior of your phone a good clean, since you’re likely putting it close to your face every day. Dust, dirt and gunk can quickly collect in the charging ports and speakers, and …

If you forgot your Apple ID password, don’t panic. It’s likely we’ve all forgotten a password or two at some point. Losing your Apple ID password for your iPhone, iPad or Mac (here’s what to do if you lost the password to your computer) is about as frustrating as losing your car keys. Your password, like your keys, unlocks access …