5 signs your phone needs replacing: From slowdowns to battery woes, know when to upgrade

I’ve enjoyed handheld gaming ever since playing the original Game Boy while in secondary school – yes, I’m old – but I’ve never really engaged with mobile games outside of the occasional game of Candy Crush during a boring commute. There are a number of reasons for this, but the main problem I have is the clunkiness of on-screen controls for any kind of traditional game. Unless a game is specifically designed for a touchscreen (Monument Valley for example) it’s generally a no from me. This blind spot in my gaming is increasingly unfortunate as modern phones can be capable of standout experiences, whether through ports, streaming, or emulation. With this in mind I was excited to try out the Gamesir X2s, the latest in an increasingly competitive range of devices that can turn your phone into something more closely resembling a standard controller.

There was a time when you probably knew every tiny detail about your phone, but that information faded away after a while. Finding the name of the processor and its speed on your Android phone is not as easy as opening a "System Information" app. We'll show you a couple of ways to do it.

Feeling pulled in a million directions by your phone's constant buzzes and pings? You're not alone. iPhones and Android phones are masters at interrupting our focus and hijacking our attention. But it doesn't have to be this way. You can take control of your phone and reclaim some peace.

TV operating systems are often overshadowed by considerations like screen size and brightness when buying a new smart TV. However, they play a critical role in how easily you can find your favourite shows and movies. Let's take a look at the top TV operating systems, ranked from best to worst.

Google's annual developers conference, the Google I/O 2024 is scheduled for May 14. The event is taking place in Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. During the event, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai will be delivering the keynote about its latest plans and developments for Android and AI. If you also want to catch the event to know what will be announced, check how you can stream the entire event live from several platforms.

In today's digital age, our smartphones are more than just communication devices; they hold a treasure trove of personal information. But what happens when your phone falls victim to hackers? Here are six warning signs that your phone might be compromised:

iFixit might be a familiar brand name for you from all of the helpful teardown videos of various electronics that they host on YouTube. Well, they also sell an awesome toolkit that helps you do the same. Amazon is offering the iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit for electronics, smartphones, gaming consoles, PCs and laptops, tablets, and more for only $59.96. It normally retails for $75 and we haven't seen a price drop for this kit in over a year. In fact, it wasn't even discounted on Black Friday. This is one of the very best tool kits you can buy for disassembling and repairing your electronics -- including your Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck -- without spending hundreds of dollars on a commercial kit.

Microsoft has signed Lords of the Fallen and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 for release in its subscription service, Game Pass.

Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for May 6: Garena FF Max, the enhanced version of the popular battle royale game, is offering exciting rewards through daily redeem codes. These 12-digit alphanumeric codes unlock a treasure trove of in-game goodies, from weapon and character upgrades to coveted skins – all completely free! This is a great opportunity to level up your game and customize your character without spending a dime.

Apple finally updated its App Store guidelines to allow global developers to host retro game emulators on iOS. Now, you don’t need to jailbreak your iPhone or download any sketchy software — you can get a sophisticated emulator right in the palm of your hand for free on the App Store.

Do you know how long it takes to beat your favorite video games? You can now put your skills to the test withHow Long To Beat: The Game, a free browser game that’s worth checking out.

Depending on when you read this, Steam Family sharing is either in beta or finally released to the public. Either way, if you're going to share your Steam library with family members after years of building your library, you might want to limit which games they can actually see!