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Two cans and a phone: Android 15 could turn you into a DJ and revolutionize music-sharing.
Title: Android 15 Might Bring Audio Sharing and DJ Capabilities While some phones are still awaiting the Android 14 update, there’s already buzz about the potential features of Android 15.

The iPhone Makes History as Top in Its Category for an Entire Year
After crunching the numbers for the fourth quarter of 2023, Canalys reports that the global smartphone market showed year-over-year growth of 8% as 319.5 million units were shipped from October…
Comparison Test: Galaxy S24 Ultra’s Revolutionary Reflection-Free Screen vs iPhone and Pixel
When Samsung introduced the new Galaxy S24 Ultra, all the talk was about the new Galaxy AI features.

What is the competition for the dominant Galaxy S24 in the eastern markets?
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 has become a hot topic in the eastern markets with its powerful processor, sleek design, and impressive camera system.

Newly Revealed Images Display ‘Radically Redesigned’ Galaxy Z Fold 6
Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy S24 series, which aims to compete with top brands in the foldable phone category.

Instagram Threads sees resurgence in popularity as app downloads rise while X downloads decrease
Threads by Instagram, the Meta-owned social networking app that has become a direct competitor to X (formerly Twitter), made a surprising return in December 2023.

Samsung’s upcoming foldable device could launch as the Fold A-series instead of the Fold FE, potentially making it a more affordable option.
Samsung is rumored to be considering positioning the affordable member of the Galaxy Fold line as a member of its A-series of midrange phones.

New update of Nothing OS 2.5.2 introduces stable Android 14 to Phone (1) devices
Following the release of Nothing OS 2.5.2 for Phone (2), Nothing is now pushing the same release to the original Phone (1).

Apple Card surpasses 12 million users and distributes over $1 billion in cashback in 2023
It is not common for Apple to disclose user data or product performance, but the tech giant has broken tradition by sharing active user numbers for its Apple Card in a recent press release.

Samsung concluded 2023 with a slight profit and thriving mobile business
While 2023 was a(nother) challenging year for the mobile industry as a whole, some companies were clearly impacted more badly than others by the market’s continuing struggles.

OnePlus 12 Receives First Update with Hasselblad Master Mode
The new OnePlus 12 has received its first update, Oxygen OS v14.0.0.404 (EX01), which is a 6.48GB update.

Debunking the Common Myth About iPhone Charging Speed with the iPhone 15 Pro Max Charging Test
Looking for the fastest and safest charging speeds for your iPhone 15 Pro Max? The team at Phones Canada tested various charging speeds to find the answer.

Certification 2a Shows Fast Charging Speed for Nothing Phone
Nothing, the British smartphone manufacturer founded by Carl Pei, is known for its minimalist aesthetics and design focus.

The iPhone 16 Pro: The Only Model Worth Waiting For
After a recent story about why it’s a bad idea to wait for the new iPhone 16 series, it might come as a little bit of a surprise that I’d now advise you to actually… wait for the iPhone 16 Pro.
March Feature Drop for Google Pixel May Include Bard-enhanced Assistant
Last year, along with the latest Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, Google also announced a new AI-powered Assistant with Bard.

Honor announces global launch date for Magic 6 series and Magic V2 RSR Porsche Design
Honor’s first 2024 flagships, the Magic 6 series, have already been introduced in China, but they’re expected to global as early as next month.

Boost your savings with the new Apple Card: Turn $1000 into $1045 in just one year!
Apple Card is now offering a higher interest rate for its savings accounts, increasing from 4.35% to 4.5%. This makes the account more competitive in the high-yield savings account market.

Apple Music to Introduce SharePlay on HomePod and Apple TV in iOS 17.4 Update
In the latest scoop, Apple spiced things up with the public release of iOS 17.3, introducing a collaborative playlist feature for Apple Music.

Microsoft Introduces Touch Controls for Xbox App on iOS and Android
Microsoft to add Touch Controls to Xbox Mobile Apps Microsoft plans to make it easier to remotely control an Xbox console or play games on phone and tablets by adding touch controls to its Xbox…

Get the Stylish Galaxy Watch 4 Classic at a Bargain Price on Woot, a Must-Have for Budget Shoppers
Looking for an awesome deal on a Galaxy Watch? Look no further!

Production of New OLED M3 iPad Pro models underway, set to be released in late March
Apple fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the new iPad Pro models, and it looks like the wait is almost over.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 demonstrates impressive benchmark performance, nearly matching Apple M3 score
Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is set to be a powerhouse of a chipset, featuring Qualcomm’s own Oryon CPU cores.
Save $512 on the Pixel 6 Pro—don’t miss out on this unbeatable deal
Looking for a premium phone without breaking the bank? Phones Canada team has got you covered!

Some app developers in the EU will suffer financially due to Apple’s new App Store fee
When iOS 17.4 is released in March, the version of the update heading to eligible iPhone units in the EU will result in some major changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store.

