Smartphones

News, reviews and guides on smartphones.

iPhone 8 Plus review: Apple's most compelling new phone

iPhone 8 Plus review: Apple's most compelling new phone

It's not big leap forward from the iPhone 7 Plus, but the 8 Plus is a very fine handset.
Sep 28 2017, 12:17PM
Apple vs Samsung: smartphone shootout 2017

Apple vs Samsung: smartphone shootout 2017

Which is the best: the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, Galaxy S8 or Note 8? Or should you stick with the iPhone 7?
Sep 21 2017, 6:29AM
How to install iOS 11 – and what to do if it bricks your phone

How to install iOS 11 – and what to do if it bricks your phone

We explain how to minimise the chances of something going wrong, and what to do if it does.
Sep 20 2017, 7:42AM
Hands-on with the iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

Hands-on with the iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

We give our first impressions of Apple’s new lineup of smartphones.
Sep 13 2017, 7:06AM
What's new in iOS 11

What's new in iOS 11

Apple's new mobile operating system offers some major productivity improvements, particularly for iPads.
Sep 13 2017, 7:05AM
What's new in Android 8.0

What's new in Android 8.0

Users with recent Android devices should get a major system update over the coming months. Here's what to expect.
Sep 12 2017, 8:10PM
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 review: not quite perfection

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 review: not quite perfection

The latest Note is an outstanding business phone, but is it good enough to justify its premium price?
Sep 8 2017, 10:18AM
Nokia 8 review: a high-end handset for under $900

Nokia 8 review: a high-end handset for under $900

Nokia is back with a new flagship smartphone, and it offers a lot for the money.
Sep 1 2017, 12:54PM
Nokia 3 review: a sub-$250 beauty

Nokia 3 review: a sub-$250 beauty

Don't expect high-end features and performance, but Nokia's budget smartphone looks the part.
Aug 28 2017, 8:35PM
Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Samsung's new high-end smartphone looks to be the perfect business companion – as long as it can keep its cool.
Aug 24 2017, 8:05AM
Moto Z2 Play review: a great-value modular phone

Moto Z2 Play review: a great-value modular phone

Its snap-on components work beautifully – but Motorola's latest mid-range handset is also a great phone in its own right.
Aug 20 2017, 12:05PM
Hands-on with the Moto Z2 Play: Motorola's new modular phone

Hands-on with the Moto Z2 Play: Motorola's new modular phone

We test-drive Motorola's latest mid-range handset and look at the company's new lineup of budget phones.
Jul 19 2017, 2:26PM
HTC U11 review: the best-value flagship phone

HTC U11 review: the best-value flagship phone

Forget the squeezy gimmick, HTC has returned to form with its new smartphone.
Jun 26 2017, 1:42PM
HTC U11 hands-on: the squeezy smartphone

HTC U11 hands-on: the squeezy smartphone

HTC’s new flagship allows you to squeeze it to launch apps, but it offers a lot more too.
May 29 2017, 11:00PM
Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ in pictures

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ in pictures

Thinking of upgrading to one of Samsung's latest flagship smartphones? This visual guide will help you make your choice.
May 29 2017, 7:00AM
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Apple iPhone 7

Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Apple iPhone 7

Samsung's latest smartphone is very good – but is it good enough to convince iPhone users to make the switch?
May 12 2017, 12:30PM
Samsung's 6.2in Galaxy S8+ reviewed

Samsung's 6.2in Galaxy S8+ reviewed

The Galaxy S8+ is surprisingly usable despite its over-sized screen – but are you better off with the regular S8?
May 9 2017, 10:09AM
Moto G5 and G5 Plus reviewed

Moto G5 and G5 Plus reviewed

Looking for a good, affordable smartphone? We review the much-awaited Motorola Moto G5 handsets to help you decide.
Apr 28 2017, 12:12PM
How fragile is the Samsung Galaxy S8?

How fragile is the Samsung Galaxy S8?

The S8 is superior to the S7 in every way, except in its ability to handle a fall, according to recent drop testing.
Apr 26 2017, 7:32AM
Samsung Galaxy S8 review: the best phone ever

Samsung Galaxy S8 review: the best phone ever

You know you want one. Here's the justification for getting Samsung's latest flagship phone.
Apr 19 2017, 7:58AM

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