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1+ hour, 14+ min ago (389+ words) The OhSnap Snap Grip 5 is fantastic. In 2022, we called a simple magnetic ring from Anker the best MagSafe phone grip, but things have evolved dramatically since then! You can buy two or even three magnetic rings joined at the hip these days to wield your iPhone, recent Pixel, or really any phone if you stick a magnetic case or included mounting ring on the back. But the best I've yet tried are the double-sided $15-$25 Syncwire Magnetic Phone Ring Holder " and, more recently, the $40 OhSnap Snap Grip 5. Unlike the Anker we swore by for years, both are double-sided magnet rings. I don't have to take them off when I plop them on a MagSafe phone charger or car mount. And with them on, I can stick my phone directly to a fridge, filing cabinet, or certain pieces of gym equipment since…...

1+ hour, 29+ min ago (293+ words) As a part of the Android 16 QPR3 beta update that rolled out to Google Pixel phones yesterday, Google has also updated its emoji set to include a few refreshed designs ahead of a larger update to come. Google's emoji design for Android (on Pixel devices) has changed over time with slight variations in design for certain emoji alongside new additions. Google revealed its Unicode 17.0 additions, as detailed by Emojipedia, earlier this year, but the company has also implemented a few altered emoji designs which are now live in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1. The updated emoji designs for faces include: The changes are, for the most part, relatively minor. The "Face Exhaling" emoji, for instance, gets more of a frontward angle while the "Loudly Crying Face" makes the mouth smaller, falling more in line with Apple's design. Similarly, "Cold Face" ditches the snow on…...

2+ hour, 19+ min ago (976+ words) Samsung's Galaxy smartphones are some of the best Android phones'available today, thanks to their responsive and feature-rich software. But most Samsung phones -- especially the flagships like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 -- come with over-the-top features that you might not use daily.' If your new Galaxy phone isn't lasting an entire day on a single charge, there are ways to make the most of what you have without hindering the user experience.' Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 2025 Here are seven ways to maximize the battery life on your Galaxy phone. Fret not -- I won't be Captain Obvious over here and recommend reducing the screen resolution or using your phone at a lower refresh rate. The recommendations on this list should bring quality-of-life improvements while maximizing your handset's efficiency. Read on. Most Samsung phones feature…...

2+ hour, 41+ min ago (338+ words) Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently made a rare appearance on the MacroMicro podcast, where he shared some new information regarding the iPhone Fold's production timeline. Here are the details. Following his appearance on the MacroMicro podcast, Kuo published a note where he expanded on multiple subjects from the interview. That included Google's recent success with Gemini 3, debates over an AI bubble, and, of course, Apple. One of the most striking points he made was regarding what he knows about the current state of the iPhone Fold's development. Development of the foldable iPhone is behind earlier expectations, but the product is still expected to announce in 2H26. Due to early-stage yield and ramp-up challenges, smooth shipments may not occur until 2027. With limited supply and expected strong demand, the foldable iPhone could be facing shortages until at least the end of 2026. On the podcast,…...

3+ hour, 38+ min ago (492+ words) [A woman with short, wavy hair and a black sleeveless top holds up a smartphone with a circular display on the back showing her own image, as if taking a selfie.]Despite Apple's impressive and successful efforts to give the iPhone 17 series of smartphones a much better front-facing camera, some iPhone 17 Pro users would still prefer to use their device's rear cameras. However, this has the drawback of not allowing you to see how a photo looks. Selfix, "the ultimate selfie case for iPhone," aims to overcome this limitation. [Read More] The primary draw of the Selfix case for iPhone 17 Pro is its 1.6-inch circular AMOLED touchscreen. The resolution is fairly low, just 480 x 480 pixels, but it enables a second screen experience thanks to the USB-C port's DisplayPort Alt Mode. As The Verge notes, the case does draw a bit…...

4+ hour, 44+ min ago (198+ words) Apple's next public iOS beta is here. That would be the public beta for iOS 26.3, to be more specific. It launched this week, shortly after the launch of iOS 26.2 to the public, and with the expectation that the full release of the update will happen in early 2026. The new beta brings with it a few small (but still noteworthy) new features, and you can try them out for yourself. Here's how. Go to Apple's beta website Log in and click "Enroll your iOS device" On your iPhone, open Settings, then go to General, then Software Update Select the iOS Public Beta and install it Once you've done that, you can start looking at the new stuff Apple added to iOS 26.3. Be warned, though, that there aren't any game-changing everyday adjustments here for most Apple users. There is, however, one notable…...

4+ hour, 47+ min ago (163+ words) The holiday deals on Android phones are in full swing. Samsung Galaxy deals are a dime-a-dozen this time of year, but leave it to T-Mobile to skip the discounts and give out its smartphones for completely free. Bring an existing number to Metro by T-Mobile with the $40/month Period plan and that's exactly what will happen, as the prepaid carrier will hook you up with a free Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. No trade-in required! The Galaxy A16 5G is a budget Android phone that comes with a few premium specs that you might not expect, such as an AMOLED display, a microSD slot, and a large 5,000mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 128GB: $229.99 FREE with eligible data plan at Metro by T-Mobile Like the rest of Samsung's A series smartphones, the Galaxy A16 is all about bringing the Samsung experience to a wider audience by offering flagship-level specs at…...

4+ hour, 55+ min ago (163+ words) Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is availableon iTunes and Apple's Podcasts app,Stitcher,TuneIn,Google Play, or through ourdedicated RSS feedfor Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. more" 9to5Mac Daily: December 18, 2025 " iOS 26.3 beta testing begins Sponsored by Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. Stories discussed in this episode: Catch up on 9to5Mac Daily episodes! Don't miss out on our other daily podcasts: Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More. 9to5Mac Daily Podcast. A…...

5+ hour, 2+ min ago (241+ words) The new feature aims to make video creation more accessible for everyday users as well as social content creators. Quick Cut is currently launching on the iPhone with support for Android planned to arrive later. Snapchat says it has developed this feature to reduce the effort required to turn memories into dynamic short form videos directly in the app. Instead of manually choosing audio, trimming clips and syncing sound to visuals, Quick Cut can do most of the work for you after selecting your media. Snapchat has added Quick Cut entry points in various places within the app so users can start crafting content from where they already store media. You can begin a Quick Cut from the Memories section, which houses your saved Snaps and Stories, or by choosing items directly from your camera roll. There is also the…...

5+ hour, 13+ min ago (476+ words) When Apple released the radically new iPhone X in 2017, it marked the beginning of a years long march into a new era of iPhone design. A year later, iPhone XR replaced the legacy iPhone 8, bringing a corner to corner display, Face ID, and the gesture based experience that largely retired big bezels and the Home button. iPhone Air is also expected to remain on the market longer than iPhone X did. Apple replaced iPhone X with iPhone XS in less than a year. iPhone Air, on the other hand, has a looser relationship with time. That looser relationship with time starts with a moment of self assessment. If you upgrade regularly yet struggle to appreciate boosts in performance, chasing annual silicon gains might not matter as much as you thought. For many iPhone users, the experience feels largely the same year…...