TL;DR: Ongoing DRAM shortages are driving smartphone makers to reintroduce 4GB models and microSD slots in 2026, while rising memory costs force price hikes and reduced specifications across ...

Giving a young kid a smartphone may be a big mistake. New research conducted by scientists from UC Berkeley and Columbia University found that children 12 years old and younger who received one of ...

Having a smartphone may be harmful for children younger than 12, according to a new study. The study published Monday in the peer-reviewed journal Pediatrics found that owning a smartphone during ...

The earlier the age a child received a smartphone the greater the health risk. Children who have smartphones by age 12 are at higher risk of lack of sleep, obesity and depression, according to a new ...

Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and teaches parents, students and teachers how to manage screen time. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is ...

Top compact phones 2025 lineup: Galaxy S25, iPhone 16 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro—small smartphones delivering massive power in pocket-sized perfection. Pixabay, JESHOOTS-com In 2025, compact phones have made a ...

The budget smartphone market has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, and 2025 marks its most impressive leap yet. Ultra-budget smartphones priced under $300 now offer features that ...

I’ve been on a yearslong journey to reduce my screen time. I’ve tried charging my phone in another room overnight, keeping my phone out of my office while I work, and apps that block out all ...

Getting a smartphone before the age of 13 may have lasting consequences for mental health, according to a new study that analyzed data from more than 100,000 young people worldwide. The research, ...

In 2013, Motorola tried to claw its way into a bigger share of a smartphone market dominated by Apple and Samsung with four words: Made in the USA. “There was a segment of customers that said, ‘Hey, ...

Early smartphone use was linked to low self-image in girls and boys. Children, especially girls, who own smartphones before they are 13 years old may have worse mental health outcomes when they're ...

The smartphone camera market in 2025 has reached unprecedented levels of sophistication, with flagship models pushing the boundaries of what mobile photography and videography can achieve. The video ...