latest
Leaked video of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ confirms design and other features
New leaks of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ reveal some key design features, and they also confirm that it won't include a headphone jack
We have new leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy S11
We have new leaked images of the Samsung Galaxy S11, and they show several design changes
Pocketnow Daily: The iPhone XI’s New Trick that Steve Jobs would HATE… (video)
On today's Pocketnow Daily, we talk about the iPhone XI and its Apple Pencil possible support, the new images of the Galaxy Note 10 and more
Pocketnow Daily: Here’s why Samsung is REMOVING the Headphone Jack… (video)
On today's Pocketnow Daily, we talk about the reasons Samsung had to remove the headphone jack on the Galaxy Note 10, the new ASUS ROG Phone 2 and more
Apple isn’t bundling new iPad Pro with headphone jack dongle
With the shift from Lightning to USB-C, Apple has decided that its customers who are already paying more than $799 for a tablet can pay more for a dongle.
European OnePlus 6T pricing, bumps of up to €40 expected
It's an all-too-predictable trend that's rumored to continue onto the OnePlus 6T, but will the value proposition keep up?
Pixel 3 XL unboxed and there’s more to it than the notch
A fully furnished Pixel 3 XL box has been sent to a Russian publication. Turns out, the source says, Google has forgotten about a shipping container.
Next-gen iPad Pro and its’ bezels get real shrunk
Among those factors, Face ID is included, the headphone jack goes away and old accessories won't work with this new iPad anymore.
Essential Phone gets Audio Adapter HD mod, Tidal freebie and audio-improving update
The Essential Phone will soon be compatible with a premium sound accessory, already supporting master-quality audio, and scoring free Tidal content.
iPhone SE 2 now has a video and it has a headphone jack
It looks like we'll be seeing glass on the iPhone SE 2 as well as the headphone jack that some have said would never be returning to an iPhone.
Sony tries (and fails) to explain why there’s no headphone jack on chubby Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact
Believe it or not, Sony's shift to a new "Ambient Flow" design language has been officially blamed for the removal of the headphone jack on the chunky Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact.
Sony’s new USB-C headphone dongle (with extra charge port) provides bare convenience
Sure, you can listen to music with a standard pair of cans AND charge your phone at the same time, but you can't charge it quickly nor transfer data to your phone.
Honor V10 specs reportedly include headphone jack, slightly smaller battery
What's not found on one brand's phone is found on the others. Some leaked firmware shows a few divides between Huawei and its sub-brand Honor.
Microsoft patents a way to fit a 3.5mm headphone jack into less than 3.5mm of space
Maybe. It depends on how this design works out. The patent has been awarded and the pins are aligning. All we need to do is see it in action.
Pixel 2 Real Audio Review: Let’s talk about headphone dongles… (Video)
It sounds okay. Just okay. Think iPhone 8 levels of okay. But that dongle. Man, do we hate them, but if you had to do one right, this would be how.
When will Apple stop boxing in Lightning-headphone adapter with iPhones?
The dongle was included with every iPhone 7 purchase, but Apple is looking for the "courage" to move on and focus on Lightning or USB-C.
LG G6 leaked schematics affirm company’s new design language for phones
According to one diagram, the LG G6 will have most of the hardware features as seen on the G5 and V20. Dual cameras, headphone jack (likely) and all.
Of course the new MacBook Pro requires a special adapter or cable to pair with iPhone 7
Instead of simplifying the ports and connectivity options on the new MacBook Pro and iPhone 7, Apple has made a big mess of them.
Why the 3.5mm headset jack is a superior user experience
Everybody loves the old standard 3.5mm headset jack. Find out why it's so popular and so much more easy to use than the other port styles.
Will Apple’s missing headphone jack affect other industries?
Apple's missing headphone jack is a big deal, but how big a deal is it to the rest of the sound making industry? Maybe not as much as you think.