The safety features built into modern mobile phones are frequently undiscovered and thus underused. Yet, whether it be Android or iPhone, there a fantastic range of genuinely helpful safety features that frequently come as standard on modern smartphones.  Believe it or not, your phone can do a great deal more than simply dial 999, and […]

Sleeping experts work with Goldie Hawn to combat children’s anxiety in the time of crisis Moshi Twilight – the #1 sleep and mindfulness app for kids has partnered once again with Hollywood legend Goldie Hawn to launch a new ‘Brain Break’ to help families around the world improve the mental wellbeing of their kids and reduce anxiety during […]

Over 1.3 billion people use Facebook Messenger worldwide[, but there’s much more to do on the app than just send messages to your friends. Even if you’re a frequent Messenger user, it’s likely you haven’t heard of all its built-in features. Below, online smartphone retailer, Mobiles.co.uk, reveals five secret Facebook Messenger features you may not know […]

Content creators now have access to a range of track lengths as well as flexibility to license as needs arise Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK), a leading global technology company offering a creative platform for high-quality content, tools and services, today announced the launch of an unlimited monthly subscription for Shutterstock Music. The new plan is geared […]

When looking at in-car technology and mobile phones, it was Apple that led the way with full integration of their CarPlay technology. However, this was far from perfect. With a number of teething issues as well as a slow user interface, there were many changes that needed to be made for it to fully fulfil […]

Are you a business owner or developer contemplating designing a mobile survey app? Decades ago, conducting a survey was difficult, time-consuming, and only major companies could afford this valuable tool. Today, using less labour and material costs, entrepreneurs and developers know how to develop and conduct surveys faster. Granted that you are up for the […]

Are you the one who is unable to increase the sales leads due to a limited number of views on your Instagram post? If yes, then don’t need to worry about that because you have lots of options that can fetch you thousands of views on your post. It is one of the favourite social […]

Oppo releases a reasonably priced mid-range that excels at the battery, display quality and software performance. Although not an exceptional handset, it delivers well for the cost and hits a high note on battery among our cell phone reviews. Chinese electronics manufacturer Oppo has been talk of the town lately with their impressive mid-range handsets […]

Apple is one of the most popular producers of mobile devices and tablets, all designed to make the life of the user that much easier and more enjoyable along the way. However, the influx of smartphones around the world and the amount of data stored on each one has created an environment where security breaches […]

€¢ 64% of people aged 50 and above opt to watch live sport online. €¢ More than 80% of those aged 35 and below opt to watch live sport online. €¢ The most desired future feature of live sports is ‘gain insight into player stats and information.’ €¢ Desired features also include to ‘stream more […]

Connected Home Division of Foxconn Interconnect Technology Doubles Down on Network Security and Parental Controls Linksys, the connected home division within newly merged Belkin International and Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) entity, today announces new software updates for Velop Tri-Band users aptly named Linksys Shield. Powered by Trend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, Linksys Shield is a premium subscription software […]

No one can deny the fact that Apples are sweet and nutritious but when it comes to Apple Inc., the standards surge dramatically. Apple Inc., which was once a dream of Steve Jobs only, is now the dream of billions of people. The stunning success and reputation that Apple Inc. enjoys were made possible by […]

After an extraordinary 2017 for the brand, OnePlus returns this year with a new smartphone, the OnePlus 6, less surprising, but always with the same desire: to offer the best smartphone possible at a suitable price. After the OnePlus 5 and 5 T that stood up to customer’s expectations, the Chinese manufacturers had to prove […]

Instagram is one social media platform that helped promote e-commerce development. Its level of influence on individuals is clearly obvious considering the rate at which its subscribers have grown ever since its inception. It is a very interactive social media platform where influential individuals connect with their fans without really having any real connection with […]

Are you thinking of buying an Android TV Box? Everyone has heard of an Android TV Box as they are increasing in popularity. They are capable of turning your browsing, gaming and watching movie into an exceptional experience. There are many benefits of having the TV Box. In this article, we have focused on the […]

With Apple iOS 11 just around the corner, everyone is wondering what Apple has in store. We’ve compiled all of the details from recent leaks and put them all here in one handy guide. Siri Update Apple is quite behind the game when it comes to voice technology, so it should come as no surprise […]

Android Oreo is finally here and brings forth a bunch of smaller features intended to improve the already impressive mobile operating system. Just a few days ago, Google dropped the final release of Android O, which has been dubbed Oreo. Nexus and Pixel users are the first to get it, with third-party devices expected to follow […]

Tinder has been quite a phenomenon in the Internet dating scene, but it could be better. Here are the features we think Tinder should include in future updates. Dating is an awkward thing isn’t it? The crippling thought of rejection and awkwardness, had me consider spending the rest of my days on this Earth as a monk, […]

BlackBerry are making certain BBM features free for all users. BBM users on iOS and Android will be allowed to use the following: Retract – handily allows you to delete messages from the sender and the recipient Timer – sets a time limit for messages and pictures, after which the content becomes unavailable Private Chat […]

In a surprise preview, Google showcases the new features of Android N. The highlight feature of Android N is the Alt-Tab overview button, enabling users to flick through their open apps just like on a PC. After entering overview mode, you can flick through all your tabs by double tapping the overview button. Google has cast […]

Android M has a lot of little improvements but we’ve listed our top five personal favourites. At the Nexus conference today, Google unveiled the final build of Android Marshmallow 6.0. This new operating system brings forth plenty of new features that focus on refinement rather than revolution. We’ve picked out the Top 5 best improvements […]

Spotify hopes to improve the experience of anyone who uses the music streaming app during their runs. The company’s Chief Product Officer, Gustav Söderström, said that Spotify will now use your phone’s sensors to detect your running pace. The app will soon feature running man button and once you hit that, Spotify picks certain tracks based […]

This article was originally published on September 9th 2014 A “new chapter in Apple’s story” are the words Tim Cook used to introduce his firm’s new wearable; the Apple Watch. Its position as the first smartwatch from the company makes it an historic device, but what does the Apple Watch offer and did it overshadow the […]

Could life be any sweeter as a OnePlus One owner? Not only are you fortunate enough to have one of the most exclusive, and best, Android handsets on the market, but now this: there’s a major update headed to your handset. Entitled CM11S (83R) (catchy, we know) it should be rolling out right about now, […]

Remember when the Pebble smartwatch first launched? We don’t blame you if you can’t – January 2013 was an awfully long time ago, particularly in the world of wearable tech. It can be hard to stay relevant, particularly when you’re a comparative minnow. The Apple Watch may have been announced last month, but Pebble isn’t […]

Are you a horribly dysfunctional drunk? Or perhaps a perpetually sleepy commuter? It can be a burden – believe us, we know just as well as anyone. But fear not, Google is hear to make you an altogether more efficient public transport partaker. Thanks to the latest update to Google Now, Google’s all-knowing, all-seeing life […]

On this week’s podcast, the What Mobile team discuss the newly announced Apple iOS 8, with a comprehensive rundown of all its best features, we also take a look at Android update 4.4.3 – which has been rolling out to users this week.

After being absent for a couple of weeks, WhatsApp is now back on the Windows Phone Store and even includes a bunch of new features. The Facebook-owned messaging app was pulled from the store by its developers after a lot of users reported having serious issues with update 3 for Windows Phone 8. The bugs […]

A new update to Google’s iOS and Android Google Maps apps includes a raft of new features, such as integration with ride-sharing service app Uber and an offline mode. With the new update installed, Google Maps users who already use Uber can now compare their rides with public transit and walking routes in selected cities. […]

Samsung is adding two theft safeguards to models of its flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S5,  sold by wireless carriers Verizon and US Cellular in the USA. The Korean manufacturer said users will be able to activate its “Find My Mobile” and “Reactivation Lock” anti-theft features to protect the Galaxy S5 free of charge. “Samsung takes […]

Apple has released an update to its operating software that powers iPhones and iPads. Among the new features on iOS 7.1 there are a number of bug fixes, improvements for  Siri and the iPhone 5S fingerprint reading technology, and introduction of Carplay -Apple’s new vehicular infotainment system for new cars in 2014. Additionally, Apple said […]

Samsung’s next generation of wearables is almost upon us, so to get you extra excited for the occasion the company has released a full nine minutes of footage showing off their latest toys. The eerily robotic, disembodied lady-voice narrating your video shows you just what the Gear 2 can do, including how the connectivity with […]

Samsung’s incredibly popular (and rather good) Galaxy Note range have managed to distinguish themselves from the ever-growing phablet market by utilising not just a stylus, but a stylus that is actually useful. The S Pen stylus was used for a number of features, such as Action Memo, Screen Write, S Note, Scrapbook, or Pen Window. […]

Twitter’s iOS and Android app is getting some new searching features that should help those looking for different media. Both apps now have options to search only for tweets containing pictures, videos or news articles. Until now we’ve only been able to search through keywords or usernames. It will also now start showing all the […]

Yet more Nokia news for the day. Better get strapped in, because it’s likely going to be like this until 6pm. Now we have details on the Nokia Lumia Black update that will bring most of the new features found on the 1520 and 1320 over to existing Windows Phones. The company said: “This will […]

The HTC One Max has had a few more leaks this week, this time focussing on the unannounced phablet’s camera. New shots of the device leaked onto Chinese website Weibo recently. They show the new phone’s camera app, revealing a beauty mode, oddly dubbed ‘Beauty Face’, which incorporates blemish correction and a sport panoramic mode. […]

Gimmicky features are making their way into more and more smartphones, with the likes of Samsung adding things that not many people would use, such as Eye Tracking. Apple’s Senior Vice President of Design, Jony Ive, has said that Apple’s not in the game of just adding features to look feature-rich. In an Interview with […]

A new Apple patent for a triple lens, triple sensor iPhone Camera that will offer better colour accuracy and higher quality images has been revealed.

Images of what a tipster has claimed is the upcoming Honami handset have been leaked online via Gadget Helpline, revealing the design of the handset.

A video released by the Canadian operator Rogers has revealed some the features of the Moto X.

A full colour render of the Nokia Lumia 1020 from Windows Phone Central has revealed new colour options available.

When the S Voice app is open but not in use, it rests in idle mode and can be woken up with the phrase “Hi Galaxy”. You can change this code and also add four new wake-up commands to instantly activate different features. [alert type=alert-blue ]1[/alert]Open the S Voice app and go to Menu > […]

The clever code boffins at Whited00r have engineered a software update, Whited00r 5.1, which gives iPhone 2G and 3G users access to features and functionality only previously available via iOS 5 on iPhone 3GS and above. The Whited00r site has a full installation guide but, naturally, accepts no responsibility if the update goes wrong – […]

eBay has updated its iPhone application and added a new barcode scanning feature to help compare prices of products in-store, as well as adding products easily when selling items.

The BlackBerry Storm, the touchscreen BlackBerry that has received mixed reviews since its release, has had a software upgrade. With a series of tweaks, every single Storm owner is going to want to upgrade as soon as possible.

T-Mobile’s Flext tariff has been given an overhaul to include new features, like using your allowance to call abroad or 08 numbers, plus unlimited web’n’walk access.

With the launch of the Sony Ericsson C510 comes the announcement that C905 owners will soon be able to enjoy the new software features (including Smile Shutter and YouTube), at no extra charge!