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3 Sideloaded Apps Worth Installing On Android Auto

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:15:00 +0000

Android Auto supports plenty of apps from Google Play, but sideloading can unlock more. These third-party options add features Google doesn't officially offer.

Android Auto Users Aren't Happy With Gemini, And There Are Good Reasons Why

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Google is rolling out Gemini to Android Auto, but things haven't exactly gone well so far. These are just a few of the reasons drivers dislike the change.

4 Of The Best Screen Protector Brands For Android Phones

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Protect your investment in the latest Android phones by picking up one of these four highly-rated screen protectors

iOS 27 Is About To Make Some AirPods Even Better

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Apple's new version of iOS will bring quite a few improvements to your AirPods, some of which have been requested for a very long time. Here's what's new.

Do You Want To Be As Connected As Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4 Want You To Be?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:22:23 +0000

Apple has announced several AI features for its latest models of Apple Watch, but they're not all being universally welcomed by potential buyers.

iPhone Duo Is An Intriguing Foldable, But Will Price Push People Away?

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:20:37 +0000

Apple has revealed the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone. While it looks impressive, you can't ignore its price, which may temper some excitement.

New iPhone 18 Pro Reveal Gives Apple Intelligence Top Billing, Not Hardware

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:58:59 +0000

While Apple tends to be focused on the hardware at its hardware events (go figure), the iPhone 18 reveal did things a little differently instead.

Samsung Is Killing Two Galaxy Apps You Might Still Be Using

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Do you rely on augmented reality tools on your smartphone? Discover the two popular features Samsung is officially discontinuing by the end of 2026.

iPhone Ultra Case Leak May Have Just Ruined Apple's New Foldable Phone Reveal

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:19:15 +0000

Ahead of Apple's September event, leaked case images from multiple accessory brands may have just ruin the reveal of the first foldable iPhone.

When (And Why) You Should Turn Off Find My iPhone

staff@slashgear.com (Craig Rawlins-Wilson) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Find My is a useful feature that makes it possible to track down your iPhone even when the battery is dead. But there are times when you should turn it off.

7 Ways To Use Private Space On Your Android Device That Are Actually Helpful

staff@slashgear.com (Khamosh Pathak) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The Private Space feature is great for creating a walled off area of your phone, protecting you from hacked online banking, location tracking, and more.

5 Of The Best Anker Accessories To Upgrade Your Samsung Device

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Samsung Galaxy devices can do plenty out of the box, but the right Anker accessories can make them even more useful. Here are five upgrades worth considering.

4 Phone Carriers That Are Owned By T-Mobile

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Along with AT&T and Verizon, T-Mobile is one of the major phone carriers in the United States. There are several smaller providers under the company umbrella.

New iOS 27 Feature Makes Owning Two iPhones Easier Than Ever

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000

While not many people need to carry and use two separate phones, those few out there who do will find this upcoming feature in iOS 27 pretty useful.

5 Reasons To Switch To Waze On Android Auto

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Android Auto users looking for a more driver-focused navigation app may find Waze worth a closer look, especially if real-time road information matters most.

5 Of The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Using Android Auto

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Android Auto is designed to make driving with your phone easier, but a few common mistakes can make it less reliable, convenient, and useful than it should be.

5 Hidden OxygenOS Features Every OnePlus Phone User Should Know

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0000

OxygenOS has plenty of features OnePlus users may overlook. Dig into the settings and you'll find useful tools that can change how you use your phone.

Does A Green Text Message Bubble Mean You've Been Blocked On iPhone?

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Every iPhone user is likely familiar with this scenario; suddenly, the blue messages in your conversation become green. Does this mean you've been blocked?

Why Do Modern Smartphones Have Such Big Camera Bumps?

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Modern smartphones keep getting slimmer, but their camera bumps keep growing. The reason comes down to a difficult tradeoff between design and image quality.

Is The Google Pixel 11 Waterproof?

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000

The Pixel 11's IP68 rating for dust and water protection offers an impressive degree of safety, but does the ability to survive a quick dip count as waterproof?