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Can You Turn Off The Starlink Feature On iPhone? Here's What You Need To Know

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:45:00 +0000

Starlink will allow you to still use your phone in areas where you have no or limited cellular service, but can you turn the Starlink feature off?

How Many Times Does An iPhone Ring Before Going To Voicemail? It Depends

staff@slashgear.com (Mikael Trench) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 18:45:00 +0000

Find out how many times an iPhone rings before voicemail picks up and learn how to change the ring time to suit your needs.

What Does A Dead Pixel Look Like? (And Can It Be Fixed?)

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:15:00 +0000

Screens present incredibly crisp and detailed images with the use of pixels, but a dead pixel can make the entire screen unusable. But can you fix them?

Can A Smartphone Be Used As A Thermal Camera?

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:45:00 +0000

Thermal cameras can be used for things like home projects, nature-watching, car repair, and more. Can you just install a thermal image app and get started?

Can Your Phone Case Affect Your Wi-Fi And Cellular Signal?

staff@slashgear.com (Lynnae Williams) — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:15:00 +0000

Ever wonder if your phone case is messing with your signal? Learn how different materials and designs impact your Wi-Fi and cellular connection.

These Weird Phone Features At MWC 2025 Are Just Too Cool For The Real World

staff@slashgear.com (Adam Doud) — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:33:55 +0000

Along with first looks at what's coming soon to smartphone buyers, MWC also gives smartphone makers a chance to show off new concepts and design ideas.

6 Duolingo App Alternatives For Learning ASL

staff@slashgear.com (Mikael Trench) — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Duolingo users that want to master ASL are out of luck, but there are similar options out there that can also be accessed from a smart phone.

The Evolution Of The iPhone's Camera From 2007 To 2025

staff@slashgear.com (Andrew Ekuwem) — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 21:30:51 +0000

When the original iPhone launched in 2007, its 2 MP camera was impressive enough. Over the years, its evolution has rivaled full-size photo and video cameras.

4 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Features We Want To See In Other Phones

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 11:15:00 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a lot of smartphone features that would elevate other flagship phones. Here are four of the best ones right now.

Why Do Some Smartphones Have 3 (Or More) Camera Lenses & How Do They Work Together?

staff@slashgear.com (Pankil Shah) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:15:24 +0000

Many cameras for sale these days have more than one camera on the back. What's the point of having multiple lenses and how do they all work together?

All About Apple's (PRODUCT)RED Line & Which iPhone Models Had The Color

staff@slashgear.com (Lynnae Williams) — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:15:42 +0000

Apple's vibrant PRODUCT(RED) devices stood out in a crowd of smart devices, but the notable iPhone line also helped with a charitable cause for years.

Why Clicks Keyboard Is A Must-Have iPhone Gadget (It's Available For Android, Too)

staff@slashgear.com (Adam Doud) — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000

If you miss the tactile feel of old phone keypads, Clicks might be the next phone accessory to add to your must-buy list. Here are all the details.

6 Of The Best Phones The U.S. Is Missing Out On

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:15:20 +0000

The U.S. smartphone market is dominated by the Apple-Samsung duopoly, but there's a whole world outside.

The iPhone 16e Connectivity Upgrades That Might Make iPhone SE Owners Trade-In

staff@slashgear.com (Mahnoor Faisal) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:32:35 +0000

While it's being billed as a budget-friendly alternative to the iPhone 16, the upcoming iPhone 16e has new in-house tech from Apple that's worth the upgrade.

The iPhone SE Is Dead: Say Hello To The New iPhone 16e

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:48:14 +0000

Apple's next budget-friendly iPhone has arrived, marking the end of the road for the iPhone SE series. Here's everything you need to know about the iPhone 16e.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Vs S25 Plus: Specs Compared (RAM, Storage, & More)

staff@slashgear.com (Adam Doud) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:33:11 +0000

We take a peek at both the standard Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+, comparing the specs, features, and functionality.

4 Affordable Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Alternatives

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:45:37 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the current champion in Samsung's lineup, but it's a pricey option. We're looking at some more affordable alternatives.

5 Devices You Can Use With Your Phone's USB-C Port

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:00:08 +0000

Using the USB-C port on your smartphone can open up a world of possibilities. Here are a few useful gadgets you can use with your iPhone or Android.

10 Of The Best iPhone Camera App Alternatives You Should Try In 2025

staff@slashgear.com (Hiba Fiaz) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 18:30:38 +0000

Your iPhone can take some truly incredible photos these days, but if you're keen to get the most out of its camera, check out these alternative camera apps.

Tim Cook Teases Apple's Next Reveal, And We've Got A Good Idea Of What It Is

staff@slashgear.com (Mahnoor Faisal) — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 18:13:11 +0000

Tim Cook took to X (formerly Twitter) to tease an Apple announcement for next week. He didn't leave many clues, but we have a pretty good idea what to expect.