An analog telephone adapter (ATA), or FXS gateway, is a device that allows traditional analog phones to be connected to a ...

A phone with an ingress protection (IP) rating relates to its resistance against both dust and water. The rating begins with the letters "IP" and ends with either two numbers or a single number and an ...

Losing your phone can leave you in panic mode, especially when the battery dies. The good news is that both Apple and Android offer built-in tools that help you track a missing device even when it is ...

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This summer, the Trump family announced the launch of a Trump-branded phone, which they claimed would be a device “built by Americans, for Americans.” At the time, Eric Trump said that his family ...

Getting a solid Android phone doesn’t necessitate spending a small fortune. The best budget models strike a great balance between price and performance, giving you smooth everyday use without cutting ...

Not long ago, a single IP rating was the norm for smartphones. It meant your phone could take a splash, survive in a dusty environment, and maybe even handle a quick dip in the pool. But lately, phone ...

I’m a sucker for small tech – specifically, small devices that include loads of cool features. Which is why I’ve been enamored with a resurgence in the flip phone market the past few years – that’s ...

Breathless cell phone ads might suggest that every American consumer rushes out to grab a brand-new smartphone every year, even if the old one worked just fine. A new survey tells a different story.

Burner phones have seen a quiet resurgence in 2025. These simple mobile devices remain popular among privacy-conscious users, digital minimalists, and anyone looking for a basic secondary phone. The ...

With iPadOS 26, Apple added a dedicated Phone app to the iPad for the first time. It doesn't turn the tablet into a standalone phone, but it gives you access to your iPhone's line through Continuity.