Latest articles by Alex Dobie
Lenovo Vibe S1 Lite hands-on
Lenovo brings metal construction and speedy performance to a sub-$200 handset — but there are no plans for a U.S. launch.
Quick comparison: 2016's mid-range Android challengers
It's a great time to buy a mid-range phone.
Alcatel Idol 4 + 4S hands-on
The new Alcatel brings two new handsets to MWC — with a slick glass and metal design, faster performance and Marshmallow out of the box.
What will Android O be called?
Android O is coming — and with it a confectionary reckoning.
How do you take and edit pictures with your phone? [Roundtable]
There's more to taking a great pic that mashing the shutter button. Here's how we do it.
You can (and probably should) remove the horrible factory-fitted Xperia Z3+ screen protector
Sony's new flagship phone comes with a screen protector pre-installed. But fear not — this isn't a return to the bad old days of the permanent 'anti-shatter film.'
Google might torpedo Qualcomm Quick Charge in future Android versions
New Android Compatibility Definitions warn manufacturers against using nonstandard USB charging methods.
Hands-on with the first Snapdragon 820 phone: The LeTV Le Max Pro
Uncovered at CES 2016: The first phone with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 820 processor.
'Gooligan' Android malware used to compromise Google accounts
Malware used existing root exploits to target Jelly Bean, KitKat and Lollipop devices, racking up fake installations and reviews on Google Play.
What happens when Instant Apps and Chrome OS inevitably collide?
At Google I/O 2016, we've seen the two parts that could come together to revolutionize Google on the desktop.
Oppo F1 mini-review
Oppo brings us a solid budget offering — though one that proves that an entry-level phone still means navigating a maze of compromises.
