Smartphones

The Underrated iPhone Setting That Drastically Dropped My UsageLife
I couldn’t believe it.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 13, 2026
This $100 Wireless Charging Tray Is “Absolutely Beautiful” (You’ll Want 1 for Every Room!)Decorating
It's so useful and convenient!
Nina Derwin
Mar 7, 2024
These Ingenious Scrub Daddy Pads Keep Eyeglasses and Screens Streak-Free (And They’re on Sale!)Cleaning
It's time for a smudge-free phone screen.
Morgan Pryor
Jul 19, 2023
Your iPhone Has a Setting That Makes It Declutter ItselfLife
Prepare to magically have more phone storage.
Ashley Abramson
Sep 19, 2022
The One Thing You Need to Know to Upgrade Your Smartphone PhotographyLife
Six photographers agree this is the most important thing.
Jennifer Prince
Jul 31, 2022
How to Test a Waterproof Phone CaseHome Projects
Water-resistant, water-proof and life-proof cases can open up a world of freedom for phone addicts. But before the case ever makes the journey to the lake or the pool, it should be tested to ensure that the case and its seals are in working order. Inspect the case and seals for cracks, dust and dirt. Check that the seal or o-ring is clean an in place. Take a piece of paper, paper towel or anything else that will show when it gets wet, and close it inside the case.
Taryn Williford
Jul 17, 2020
Why You Should Switch Your Cell Phone to Military TimeDecorating
Thinking of “fourteen hundred hours” as 2 o’clock will take some getting used to, but there’s one really good reason to switch your cell phone to military time: You’ll never make an afternoon alarm mistake ever again.Have you ever woken up late one morning to find your 6 a.m. cell phone alarm was actually set to go off at 6 p.m. that night? It’s an easy (and far too common) mistake to make.
Taryn Williford
May 15, 2012
10 Snapshots You Should Keep in Your Phone’s Photo AlbumLife
You might already use your email or notes apps on your smartphone to keep track of little everyday reminders. But your camera app and photo album can be just as useful as a memory aid. Here are a few things that can easily be remembered with a quick snap of your camera phone’s shutter button: • A reminder of where you parked. Parking in the city is no joke. • Your printer cartridges. Make sure you can see the refill numbers. • Your family members’ clothing sizes.
Taryn Williford
May 2, 2012
Never Wake Up Late Using the Multiple Alarms TechniqueLife
When it comes to absolutely waking up for an important date, taking a chance on missing your alarm clock is not an option. But by setting up multiple alarms and customizing the alarms themselves, you can wake up in stages and make it to that appointment that just can’t be missed.1.
Ricardo Trejo
Feb 23, 2012