By Jake Krol
How to get out of annoying group texts on iOS and Android
End the annoying pings for once and for all.
By Jake Krol and Kyli Singh
![Illustration of arm cracking phone screen with a hammer](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00TbCzHh4Ryz0xnJzITCc5t/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623373009.jpg)
![Illustration of arm cracking phone screen with a hammer](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00TbCzHh4Ryz0xnJzITCc5t/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623373009.jpg)
How to use the iPhone’s most useful, most overlooked feature
Shake to Undo is alive and well. But there's always the the finger swipe.
By Jake Krol
![How to use the iPhone’s most useful, most overlooked feature](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01RyzSJjcIdeHOrhKin8Hfu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1628800212.jpg)
![How to use the iPhone’s most useful, most overlooked feature](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01RyzSJjcIdeHOrhKin8Hfu/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1628800212.jpg)
Roku Premiere and Premiere+ review: You should consider only one
If you're going 4K, splurge a little.
By Jake Krol
![Roku Premiere and Premiere+ review: You should consider only one](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/01KXBH64ReDfa3xyIQ5JKTw/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374334.jpg)
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Lenovo Yoga C930 review: Small changes make a big impact
It's not revolutionary. But Lenovo made some quality improvements to its 2-in-1 laptop.
By Jake Krol
![Lenovo Yoga C930 review: Small changes make a big impact](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/05jLpgeVxIiRnf8PQDfqLqA/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374499.jpg)
![Lenovo Yoga C930 review: Small changes make a big impact](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/05jLpgeVxIiRnf8PQDfqLqA/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374499.jpg)
Amazon Fire HD 8 2018 review: Basic to the extreme, but hands-free Alexa is a nice bonus
An ultra-affordable tablet for people who just want to stream and browse.
By Jake Krol
![Amazon Fire HD 8 2018 review: Basic to the extreme, but hands-free Alexa is a nice bonus](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04iEsCtXycwMi0FFGKLMRik/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374456.jpg)
![Amazon Fire HD 8 2018 review: Basic to the extreme, but hands-free Alexa is a nice bonus](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04iEsCtXycwMi0FFGKLMRik/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374456.jpg)
Furbo Dog Camera review: The best way to keep an eye on your dog from work
Woof, woof, woof.
By Jake Krol
![Furbo Dog Camera review: The best way to keep an eye on your dog from work](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04RAkLOknKqcOuj9vwgynXB/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623373783.jpg)
![Furbo Dog Camera review: The best way to keep an eye on your dog from work](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04RAkLOknKqcOuj9vwgynXB/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623373783.jpg)
This neural-net powered AI is way better at chess than anyone
It also mastered shogi and Go.
By Jake Krol
![This neural-net powered AI is way better at chess than anyone](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01VR2l5ovooSj3aVGDDSzLP/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374398.jpg)
![This neural-net powered AI is way better at chess than anyone](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01VR2l5ovooSj3aVGDDSzLP/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374398.jpg)
Bose's Home Speaker 500 combines Alexa with great sound, for a price
Bose's smart speaker is a pricey combo of Alexa and nice sound.
By Jake Krol
![Bose's Home Speaker 500 combines Alexa with great sound, for a price](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/013ig8odwnoG2eKowUfbdf6/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623373850.jpg)
![Bose's Home Speaker 500 combines Alexa with great sound, for a price](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/013ig8odwnoG2eKowUfbdf6/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623373850.jpg)
iOS 12.1.1 fixes bugs and expands eSIM support on the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max
Fixing pain points and squashing bugs.
By Jake Krol
![iOS 12.1.1 fixes bugs and expands eSIM support on the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04dg5HKh4frT9tL635GK2Rd/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374360.jpg)
![iOS 12.1.1 fixes bugs and expands eSIM support on the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04dg5HKh4frT9tL635GK2Rd/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374360.jpg)
Here are the best apps to celebrate Hanukkah
There are many ways to celebrate Hanukkah in real life and on your phone.
By Jake Krol
![Here are the best apps to celebrate Hanukkah](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04jTEuumvclaxvFlXrhSQUi/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374311.jpg)
![Here are the best apps to celebrate Hanukkah](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04jTEuumvclaxvFlXrhSQUi/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374311.jpg)
iHeartRadio crunched the numbers on the top music for 2018
The first declaration of artists and song of the year is here ... with a twist.
By Jake Krol
![iHeartRadio crunched the numbers on the top music for 2018](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05YSBTzVSBKulgTxQR3imvt/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374297.jpg)
![iHeartRadio crunched the numbers on the top music for 2018](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05YSBTzVSBKulgTxQR3imvt/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374297.jpg)
Apple Watch Series 4 will receive an extended 45-day return period
The Series 4 heatlh features might come with a surpirse bonus.
By Jake Krol
![Apple Watch Series 4 will receive an extended 45-day return period](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05eWEWGi4D0e8DHu4yPNy9Q/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374279.jpg)
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This 3D sensor will let almost any product 'see' the world down to the millimeter
Anyone building a 3D-sensing device should take a look at the Structure Core.
By Jake Krol
![This 3D sensor will let almost any product 'see' the world down to the millimeter](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01Cyn4hmRHGqR1ugJoRrJJe/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374252.png)
![This 3D sensor will let almost any product 'see' the world down to the millimeter](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01Cyn4hmRHGqR1ugJoRrJJe/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374252.png)
Apple chimes in on iPhone XR sales but offers no specifics
"Most popular" doesn't mean everything's fine.
By Jake Krol
![Apple chimes in on iPhone XR sales but offers no specifics](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04vzuJYOF2mVAdvUTEo1Vee/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374240.jpg)
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review: The best streaming dongle, period
Won't get much more for your money.
By Jake Krol
![Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review: The best streaming dongle, period](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04dj2ljf70d8M4RIkEdzfNT/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374239.jpg)
![Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review: The best streaming dongle, period](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/04dj2ljf70d8M4RIkEdzfNT/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374239.jpg)
This $40 talking fish has Amazon Alexa inside
It's not a necesity, but you'll likely want one.
By Jake Krol
![This $40 talking fish has Amazon Alexa inside](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00tokdeTbYWLIDOVEL0gTQ3/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374229.png)
![This $40 talking fish has Amazon Alexa inside](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00tokdeTbYWLIDOVEL0gTQ3/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374229.png)
Apple is increasing the trade-in value for those getting an XS, XS Max, or XR
Making the upgrade a bit more affordable.
By Jake Krol
![Apple is increasing the trade-in value for those getting an XS, XS Max, or XR](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03UhUrRlUonpxNoAbRGPhPP/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374227.jpg)
![Apple is increasing the trade-in value for those getting an XS, XS Max, or XR](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03UhUrRlUonpxNoAbRGPhPP/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374227.jpg)
We already have our first big phone trend for 2019: the 'pinhole' notch
Is a hole better than a notch?
By Jake Krol
![We already have our first big phone trend for 2019: the 'pinhole' notch](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/0120O3xKJeMoGnhlWc8V87t/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374203.jpg)
![We already have our first big phone trend for 2019: the 'pinhole' notch](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/0120O3xKJeMoGnhlWc8V87t/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374203.jpg)
Owner of Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent announces partnership with Apple to build apps
Moving digital in-house.
By Jake Krol
![Owner of Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent announces partnership with Apple to build apps](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01ImhZiB0RQdgVQGQomxRpz/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374174.jpg)
![Owner of Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent announces partnership with Apple to build apps](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01ImhZiB0RQdgVQGQomxRpz/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374174.jpg)
What is Samsung Ambient Mode and how does it work?
TVs no longer have to look out of place.
By Jake Krol
![What is Samsung Ambient Mode and how does it work?](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00X9hP0E9zXrK0TPLHH6HKQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623371113.jpg)
![What is Samsung Ambient Mode and how does it work?](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00X9hP0E9zXrK0TPLHH6HKQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623371113.jpg)
OK Google arrives almost natively on iOS through Siri Shortcuts
It's clunky, but it gets the job done.
By Jake Krol
![OK Google arrives almost natively on iOS through Siri Shortcuts](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03abun1NWc06gjA3FYH0Rhx/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374113.png)
![OK Google arrives almost natively on iOS through Siri Shortcuts](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03abun1NWc06gjA3FYH0Rhx/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1623374113.png)
8 tech gifts that won't fail this holiday season
There's a lot to be said for reliability.
By Jake Krol
![8 tech gifts that won't fail this holiday season](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/033DEs0l3LJRKCBzy01muy4/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623374080.png)
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