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3D camera tipped for new iPhone

This render shows the same hypothetical phone in various colours.

Apple may be considering a camera designed for authentication and augmented reality for its next high-end iPhone, according to reports.

Why an AMOLED iPhone is exciting

This render from graphic designer Thadeu Brandão shows what the upcoming premium iPhone may look like.

Though it doesn't sound like an exciting upgrade, screen quality is one of the most important factors in a smartphone.

Huawei's Mate 9 flags a change

Huawei is jumping into the deep end of the phone pool with the Mate 9.

For lovers of gigantic phones, the Huawei Mate 9 is compelling choice . It's a sleek and sexy unit that feels well constructed. It's got some weight to it, but it's not too heavy considering the size. And it has a camera to die for.

Speculation mounting over 'iPhone X'

This render from graphic designer Thadeu Brandão visualises one of the most persistent rumours: that the new iPhone ...

It may only be February, but it seems like people are already getting excited about the next iPhone, which is expected to debut in September.

Apple iPhone sales dip over

Sales of the iPhone 7 were strong over the holidays.

More iPhone 7 units sold than expected, but customers currently holding back in anticipation of 10th-anniversary iPhone this year.

How to pick the right phone for your child

You might want a phone that's purely for emergencies, but realistically your child is also going to want it for social ...

Your child is starting high school this year and will be making their own way home, so you're considering getting them their first smartphone. Or perhaps their friends have one and they've been begging you to join the club all summer.

Samsung Galaxy S8: what we know

This image from Olixar shows off its upcoming clear protective case for the Galaxy S8, but is this what the phone will ...

Samsung has a lot to make up for after the the debacle that was the Galaxy Note7. In the next month or so, it'll have the perfect chance to do it.

Zombie phone brands return from the grave

The Nokia 6 will be available soon, exclusively in China.

Thousands of tech enthusiasts descending on Las Vegas for CES last week may have felt like they'd seen a ghost or two, with smartphones bearing the names of Nokia and BlackBerry appearing like apparitions among the futuristic robots and shiny new things.

Buy your phone some body armour

Big and chunky, the Otter phone case looks ugly but might just save your phone.

If you're going to spend a bundle on a new phone, it makes sense to fork out a bit extra on a bit of protection for it.