How to take a scrolling screenshot on Android and iPhone

You can capture a long, scrolling screen in one single shot on an Android device and an iPhone or iPad. Here’s how.I often snap screenshots on my smartphone, typically to provide images for the articles I write. 


And sometimes I need to capture more of the screen than I can see at once. 
For example, I may want to capture a scrolling web page, a long email, or another type of content that can’t fit on the phone screen at one time. 
Also: How to set app limits on your Android
Android phones and iPhones (as well as iPads) offer the ability to take a full page screenshot of certain content.


How to take a scrolling screenshot on Android and iPhone 1. Open the web page or other scrolling screenTo capture a long or scrolling screen on an Android device, you need to be running Android 12 or higher. The scrolling screenshot option is fairly versatile, as you’re able to capture just about any screen, such as your home screen, a web page, an app, or a document.
On a stock Android phone, such as a Google Pixel, open the web page or other scrolling screen that you want to capture. Press the Power button and the Volume down button at the same time. Tap the “Capture more” button on the bottom An image of the entire screen opens with a box around the default area that normally would be captured. To include more of the screen, drag the bottom handle lower until you’ve captured all or as much of the screen as you want. Tap Save.


2. Open the Google Photos appThe screenshot is then saved as an image in your Screenshots folder. To find it, open the Google Photos app, tap the Library icon at the bottom, and then tap the thumbnail for Screenshots. Tap the screenshot you just took.
Google Photos open to pictures3. Edit the imageFrom here, you can edit the image to crop it, adjust it, mark it up, or apply filters. 
Also: How to transfer photos from your Android device to your Windows computer
To share the image, tap the Share icon at the bottom and choose the person or app that you want to use for sharing.


Take a scrolling screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy phoneThe process for taking a scrolling screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy phone is slightly different than for a stock Android device. Taking a screenshot this way also works on older versions of Android prior to 12. For example, I was able to take a scrolling screenshot on a Galaxy phone running Android 9.


Set up the scrolling screen you want to capture. Press the Power button and the Volume down button at the same time. At the bottom toolbar, press down on the icon with the double down arrow. automatically scroll. Continue pressing down on the icon until you’ve captured the entire screen or as much of it as you want. When done, tap the image thumbnail on the left.


You’re then taken to either the Photos app or the Gallery app. In the Photos app, tap the Edit icon to modify or enhance the image. Tap the Share icon to share the image with another person or app.
Editing and sharing the screenshotIn the Gallery app, tap the pencil icon to edit the image. Tap the Share icon to share it.
Editing and sharing the screenshot
Take a scrolling screenshot on an iPhone or iPadTo take a scrolling screen shot on an iPhone or iPad, you need iOS 14, iPadOS 14, or higher. , iOS and iPadOS capture it as a PDF.
To try this, set up the screen you wish to capture. To trigger a screenshot on an iPhone with Face ID, press the side button and Volume up button together. 

Also: Try this iPhone screenshot trick
On an iPhone with Touch ID, press the side button and the Home button. Tap the thumbnail of the generated screenshot. In the editor window, tap the heading for Full Page. Tap or swipe through the smaller thumbnails on the right to view the entire screenshot.


Taking scrolling screenshot on an iPhone or iPad of an email about TerrificCon
Using the bottom toolbar, tap the different pen and pencils tools if you wish to mark up the PDF. Tap the + (plus) icon to display a menu where you can add text or a signature, magnify any area of ​​the screenshot, change its opacity, or add a square or other symbol. You can also undo or redo any action by tapping the appropriate icon at the top.
Editing a screenshot of a Terrific info page


To delete the screenshot, tap the trash can icon at the top. To share the PDF, tap the iOS or iPadOS Share icon and then choose the app, service, or person that you want to share it with. When finished, tap Done. You can then delete the screenshot, copy and delete it, or save it as a PDF to your device or an online service via the Files app.

Is your iPhone ‘Charging On Hold’? Here’s what it means and what you should do

It’s getting hot out there, so hot theiPhonesare feeling it.
But fear not, Apple has a lot of safety mechanisms built into the iPhone to protect the battery from conditions that might damage it. High on that list of things that can damage a battery is heat.


In fact, heat is the number one premature killer of rechargeable batteries. Charging a battery when it’s too hot — or too cold — is a surefire path to avoidable battery wear.
Also: 5 ways to keep your smartphone working like new, for longerApple has a lot to say on the subject of heat: The iPhone (and iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch) all operate best at 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C). The company warns that it is ” especially important to avoid exposing your device to ambient temperatures higher than 95° F (35° C), which can permanently damage battery capacity.”


Apple has built in a mechanism that kicks in when the iPhone gets too hot, but it seems that with iOS 16, the company has taken this further.
This is mentioned in Apple’s support page — What happens when an iPhone or iPad gets too hot or too cold — which notes that “charging is put on hold when your iPhone becomes too hot or too cold to charge.”


But there’s more information to be found in Apple’s support documentation. In a different document covering iPhones and iPod touch devices that won’t charge, Apple says that “software might limit charging above 80 percent” if the battery gets too warm, and this is done to “extend the lifespan of your battery.” 
iOS 16 “Charging On Hold” notification on the lock screen with charging paused at 80%.Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETThe notification states that “Charging will resume when the iPhone returns to normal temperature.”


There’s also a message that can be found if you tap on Settings > Battery:
Settings on an iPhoneMessage shown in Settings > Battery.Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETOnce charging has resumed, the message changes to “Charging was on hold due to iPhone temperature.” 

Here’s something I do find odd: The battery indicator at the top of the display continues to show the battery as charging. 
Also: Which MagSafe battery pack is best? 6 Expert Picks
It’s a mixed message that adds to the confusion.
Arrow pointing to battery charging on iPhone
If you see this message, rest assured that it is normal, and your iPhone is working to protect your battery from damage and prolong its life, and not some bug or sign that your iPhone is damaged.
Is there anything you can do?

Well, you have a few options. The best one is that you could just let iOS 16 and your iPhone do their thing. But don’t do some of the things I’ve seen recommended online to “fix” this issue, such as putting your iPhone into a refrigerator or freezer, or dunking it into ice or ice water

.Also: 5 iOS 16 features I can’t live without now (and how to use them)
If you are in a rush, there are a few things you can do to help cool down your device safely and get it charging again


How to safely cool down your smartphone Move the iPhone to a cooler location.Remove the iPhone from its case.Lower the brightness of the display.Stop running power-intensive apps while it is charging.Put the iPhone into Airplane Mode.

Nothing Phone 2 review: If ‘being extra’ was an Android phone

Nothing has launched its first smartphone in the US, the Phone 2 — a move that’s been on everyone’s mind since the company was founded by Carl Pei, who previously led phone maker OnePlus to domestic (and global) success. It’s also a move that’s Historically proven difficult for newer manufacturers outside of the country.

So, the question now is whether or not Pei and Co have done enough to convince a market heavily comprised of iPhone and Samsung Galaxyusers to make the switch. From my week of testing, I’d say the Phone 2 is off to a promising start, but there’s still plenty of room to grow.What’s new with this modelIn ZDNET tradition, I’ll start by covering the newest, distinguishing features of the Phone 2, followed by a breakdown of what features and improvements I’d like to see in the next model.   


1. Glyph Interface gets a glow-upThe Glyph Interface is the Nothing Phone’s killer feature. From this point forward, any other phone that has something even remotely similar to the Glyph Interface is considered a copycat. And I can see the company riding that dominance for as long as possible.


With the iPhone 2, there’s now an assembly of 33 LEDs compared to last year’s 12, as evident by the additional isolated strips throughout the backing. For the unacquainted, the Glyph Interface serves as an LED indicator, pulsating depending on the notifications you receive, from phone calls to text messages. It also flexes as a charging status indicator and fill light for photos and videos.

This year’s version gets even more functional. For example, you can now customize your own Glyph patterns via Glyph Composer, where Teenage Engineering’s influence is most prevalent. With more LEDs on the back, one of the longer strands of light serves as a progress bar for timers and volume levels.

Personally, I found the more granular lighting system to be the perfect Pomodoro timer, a productivity technique that encourages incremental breaks every 25 minutes.
Nothing has also opened up its Glyph system to app developers so that the progress bar effect can also represent incoming Uber rides and other services. It’s very neat, whether you see yourself using it or not.


Ultimately, my perception of the Glyph Interface remains neutral. I love that I can get a sense of what’s happening without flipping to my phone screen, but that also requires me to pay attention to what pattern is pulsating on the back, which I often find myself missing by the time I glance over.

Also: How to set app time limits on your Android phone
Nothing’s fix for this issue is a new “Essential notifications” option that allows you to designate the upper right LED strip to a specific app or set of apps. I currently have it paired with Messages and WeChat, since that’s what I mainly use to communicate with my family and partner. Now, whenever the Phone 2 goes all disco party mode on me, I look for that particular LED indicator to decide if it’s worth flipping the device over or not.


2. Nothing OS 2.0 makes software fun againOver the past few years, Android manufacturers have slowly but surely retreated from heavily-skinned user interfaces to more neutral appearances, giving up uniqueness for broader appeal. With Nothing OS 2.0 (layered over Android 13), the company strikes the perfect balance of customizability and burdenlessness. I’d go as far as to say that this is my new favorite approach to Android.
For one, most software elements like settings menus and quick panel toggles remind me of Google’s Pixel phones, and bloatware is pretty much non-existent. Where Nothing really flexes its software muscles is through lock screen and home screen customizations.


Also: Change this Android setting to instantly double your phone speed
The native widgets for weather, clock, and quick settings are surprisingly adequate, the ability to revisualize app folders makes them easier to discern, and the latest Nothing Icon Pack ties everything together with both light and dark color schemes. is how virtually every app that I downloaded, including the more niche ones, was automatically treated with Nothing’s monochromatic look and feel. 
Oh, and about the lock screen:

The Phone 2 lets you place widgets within a 2 x 4 grid, similar to the interactive lock screen on iOS 16. From all the various Android phones I’ve tested over the years, this is easily the best implementation of lock screen widgets I’ve used, and I’ll likely miss having it after my review period ends.
3. Improvements in virtually every wayHolding up the Nothing Phone 2 while it’s glowing.From the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 to the larger 4,700mAh battery to the brighter display, Nothing upgraded virtually every facet of last year’s Phone 1’s internals. And that tallies up to a well-rounded, no-fuss Phone 2 that both iOS and Android users will enjoy using.


For the record, I don’t look to the usual performance benchmarks to judge how capable a phone is. The difference in scoring between the Phone 2 and, say, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra means nothing if your use cases revolve around web browsing, messaging and calling, taking photos and videos, and playing games. 
In fact, I tested the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 on the more recent Motorola Razr Plus, and the chipset proved to be reliable enough to handle quick app changes and multitasking.

The display now ramps up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness (from last year’s 1,200), which I’ve found very reliable for outdoor use and navigation when docked in my car. The 120Hz OLED panel gets impressively bright and spectacular dim when you need it to be, which is not something I can say about all modern-day phones.

I often find adaptive brightness settings to be too aggressive or delayed, but the ambient sensor on the Phone 2 is both reactive and tunes things just right. 
More importantly, I’ve been able to squeeze about a day and a half with the Phone 2, something I wasn’t expecting to do when I first saw the 4,700mAh value and compared it with most flagship Androids that field 5,000mAh ratings.

This rugged satellite-enabled Android phone looks nearly as sleek as an iPhone

I’ve handled a lot of rugged smartphones , and I’ve come to expect big, chunky, heavy, rubberized units that look like tanks and can take knocks and bumps and scrapes — and dunks in water. What I don’t expect is a smartphone that feels like an iPhone 14 Pro Max in the hand.

Also: What is a rugged phone and which are the best?

While companies such as Blackview and Ulefone have popularized rugged Android smartphones, the Cat S-series handsets — built by Bullitt — were some of the first that I remember. The brand positions themselves as a professional, industrial brand that is aimed at demanding industries such as construction, surveying, and security.
The Cat S75 is smaller and less chunky than other ruggedized smartphones I’m accustomed to testing.


A big difference between phones from the likes of Blackview and Ulefone, and the Cat S-series handsets is that the latter feels more like premium smartphones. In fact, the S75 looks and feels so much like my iPhone 14 Pro Max that I was reluctant at first to subject it to any harsh treatment.Also: iPhone went for a swim? Here’s how Siri can help eject water from its speakers
One of the first things I wanted to test was waterproofing, so I used it to take some underwater photos.
This worked great, although I did get warnings about water in the port, and these warnings were hard to bypass because the display was unresponsive when it was wet. There may be a way to disable these warnings, but I’ve not come across it yet.

While a lot of ruggedized smartphones use rubber bungs on the charging port, the Cat S75 doesn’t, with the only rubber cover being on the SIM slot.
SIM slot cover on the Cat S75SIM slot cover on the Cat S75Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETAlso: This tiny smartphone accessory gives you a fantastic superpower
To get that SIM tray out, I had to use a tool. It’s not something that you need to do that often, but if you do need to do it, you’ll need something to coax the SIM tray out.

I also tested the cameras on land, and the outputs are more than acceptable for an industrial handset. I took some shots with both the Cat S75 and my iPhone, and while I felt that the iPhone shots had more “pop”, the underlying quality felt very similar.  

Sample output from the rear camera on the Cat S75Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETOn the ruggedized front, the Cat S75 is tough. 
Very tough.

Also: The most breakable iPhones? How the iPhone 14 fared in drop tests


It feels a bit weird initially to be dropping and banging a handset that feels like my iPhone, and the shell itself feels very plasticky, but this handset took all the punishment I could dish at it, no problem. I keep my iPhone 14 Pro Max in a case, and this makes it bulkier in the hand and pocket than the Cat S75.
That’s weird!


Giving the Cat S75 a soaking after drop testingAdrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETAs far as other aspects of the Cat S75 go — the display, call quality, performance, battery life — this handset oozes a premium feel. Yes, this is a rugged handset, but it’s a no-compromise rugged handset.  


The Mediatek Dimensity D930 octa-core processor, backed up by 6GB of RAM, keeps the handset running smoothly no matter what is loading. Not once did I feel the handset get bogged down or have any performance issues.
It offers a smooth Android experience.


Also: The best Android phones you can buy (foldables included)
One aspect of the Cat S75 I’ve not yet tested is the satellite connectivity, but I hope to put this through its paces real soon, and use it to pull off tricks that your iPhone can’t do.


Overall, the Cat S75 is a very nice smartphone. It shows that a rugged handset doesn’t have to be a huge brick, and that it can look equally at home in an air-conditioned office or a muddy field. Even putting aside the satellite communication feature, it’s a very well-made handset, and one that has been engineered, rather than overbuilt, to be tough.

iPhone Battery Health: What You Need to Know

An iPhone is only as useful as its battery life. From the very first iPhone, users have been swapping tips on how to optimize iPhone battery life and battery lifespan over time to get more performance from every charge. batteries from working together to make iPhones last longer, but eventually, it’s important to know when to have your iPhone battery replaced. If you need troubleshooting because your iPhone is slow or not charging at all read our article for those solutions first.


That’s why Apple introduced the iPhone Battery Health feature that has become a fixture in iOS device settings. Today, we’re walking through the Battery Health feature, how to get the best iPhone battery performance, and when to replace your iPhone battery. ‘re rather not improve your battery health, considering upgrading your device, you can also sell your iPhone to us.


What is iPhone Battery Health?

iPhone Battery Health is a feature added in iOS version 11.3, released in 2018. If your phone is not yet version 11.3 or higher, then it’s time to update your software. The Battery Health feature can be found in the Settings menu and will give you basic, useful information about the overall health and performance of your iPhone’s battery.
From the iPhone Battery Health dashboard, you can keep track of your phone’s battery to help optimize performance and identify the right time to get your iPhone battery replaced.


The three dashboard items in your Battery Health tool are Maximum Capacity, Peak Performance Capability, and a toggle to Optimize Battery Charging
Maximum CapacityMaximum capacity is the efficiency of your battery since your phone came out of the factory.
Optimal phone performance is between 100% and 80% maximum capacity.
Peak Performance CapabilityMost of the time, this will include a message saying your iPhone is capable of peak performance. Sometimes, if you experienced a recent crash, you may see a message saying your battery was “unable to deliver the necessary peak power.” means your phone has automatically turned on performance management, and the battery should be replaced soon.


Optimized battery chargingToggling this option will prevent your phone from charging over 80% in order to protect the battery and increase your overall battery lifespan. This option is ideal if your phone is charging most of the time, and if you want to charge up overnight, but may be turned off if you plan to travel and need 100% charge when you depart.


How to Check Your iPhone Battery Health

Settings > Battery Health.You can find your iPhone Battery Health dashboard by navigating to iPhone Settings. Then scroll down until you see Battery Health and select this option. This will show you some basic information and you can tap to investigate further or change your battery performance settings.


Is 75% Overall a Good Battery Health?

yes and noWhen looking at your Battery Health page, the most obvious factor is the Maximum Capacity percentage. 100% is factory-fresh, and iPhones can run extremely well with batteries as low as 80% performance in Maximum Capacity.
If your iPhone’s battery health has slipped to 75% or below, it will still perform well. However, you can expect further degradation and may see lower numbers and worse performance in the near future.
Battery Health Percentage to Replace iPhone Battery, According to AppleAt what Battery Health percentage should you replace your iPhone battery? You will start noticing a significant drop in performance between 75% and 60%.
If your iPhone battery health percentage drops below 80% within the duration of your warranty – usually about one year – then Apple will replace the battery.
How Long an iPhone Battery Can LastA new, 100%-80% capacity iPhone battery can hold a charge for 8-20 hours, depending on how it’s used. Sitting off in your pocket, it can last all day. Playing games and movies, it will last about a third of the day without a power source.


It usually takes about two years before you start to see any significant drop in iPhone battery performance. require an early iPhone battery replacement. If you feel that no battery will prove the health of your device, you can also sell your device to us.
Tips to Extend iPhone Battery Life & Lifespan

How do you maximize the performance if an iPhone battery?
Avoid full charge or full drainDon’t charge overnightUse a dimmer screenSwitch off location servicesTurn on Optimized Battery ChargingUse an original or approved Apple chargerClose apps and unused featuresAvoid extreme temperaturesUse the right phone case

Keep your software updatedReplace the battery on timeFor more information checkout our other article: Maximizing Your iPhone’s Battery Settings

Does AppleCare+ Cover Battery Replacement?

If you still have AppleCare+ at the time your iPhone battery drops below 80% maximum capacity, then yes. Your battery replacement can and probably should be included in AppleCare+ warranty coverage.
If your iPhone is out of warranty, you will need to ship it to the nearest repair location and or visit an Apple store, the repair will cost $89. You may also be charged for any additional repairs made, or required to have the phone repaired other than the battery before sending it in.

How Can I Change my iPhone Battery?

If you are confident with phone repairs and have an iPhone repair kit (tiny screwdrivers, frame separate, etc) then you can DIY aniPhone battery replacement. However, this is not recommended for inexperienced technicians. iPhones are delicate and just opening the case can put your components at risk. Especially if your iPhone battery is swollen!
You will need to delicately remove tiny screws, pry open the case, gently lift the securing tabs, use tweezers to extract the pull tabs, and finally lift out the battery. Replacing it requires an equally delicate reinstallation.

MacBook having trouble sleeping? Battery running down? Try this utility

Do you find your MacBook battery randomly dying while sitting on its side or in its laptop bag doing nothing?


Have you ever come back to your MacBook to find the battery dead or dying, but the lid’s been shut and the computer doesn’t seem like it’s doing anything? Or maybe you’re coming back to find your sleeping MacBook is warm, even hot Chances are that something is bringing the system out of sleep and running the battery down.
Something is up.
Well, that’s the question. And believe me, trying to track down the cause can lead you deep into the bowels of macOS.

Sleep Aid is a utility by Ohanaware that delves deep into the Power Management messages and settings, looking for reasons why your MacBook could be being pulled out from a slumber, and into a state of insomnia.


And when I say this utility takes a deep dive, believe me, that it takes a very deep dive. Sleep Aid spots each and every time your MacBook is woken from slumber, whether that’s because a charger’s been plugged in, because of a Bluetooth or network wake-up request, a notification, or a normal background task, as well as a suspicious wake-up that may indicate a problem.


Here’s what you can expect to see: it’s very detailed.
But there’s more — Sleep Aid can also help solve sleep issues. Using the Sleep Settings window, you can enable and disable sleep-related options and configure various settings to help solve sleep issues, or simply reduce the number of times the Mac experiences a wake-up when it’s not in use.


I’ve been using Sleep Aid on a few different MacBooks, and I have to admit that it’s a really powerful, handy tool. If you’re the curious type, you’ll love the insight that it gives you into what’s going on when the lid is shut on your MacBook. If you’re tearing your hair out because your Macbook won’t sleep properly and you’re coming back to find the battery depleted, this tool will be invaluable in helping you troubleshoot and fix the issue.

Sleep Aid comes with a 14-day no-obligation (you don’t have to enter payment details or even an email address), fully featured free trial; after that, you can buy a license, with prices starting at $25. 

I traded my MacBook for a Dell XPS 15 for a month, and didn’t regret it at all

When you’re shopping for a Dell XPS laptop, you know exactly what you’re getting. The bezels are wicked thin, the display shines bright and colorful, and the performance is as good as the design. and feel of what is arguably Dell’s most competitive laptop model has remained mostly the same; that’s how timeless the original was.


Also: I tested Dell’s latest XPS laptops and can’t recommend them enough
In fact, this year’s Dell XPS 15 looks and feels the same as last year’s model, and I’m not complaining. Only now, the performance of the laptop is more capable, thanks to a shift to Ada Lovelace GPUs, though Dell still tells me the XPS line is more tailored for prosumers, content creators, and just about anyone but gamers.
I’ve been testing the Dell XPS 15 over the past month, relegating my trusted MacBook Pro and MacBook Air to the sidelines, and am concluding my review period with the belief that this remains one the best options for Windows users.


Coming from the MacBook’s industrial design, my first impression of the Dell XPS 15 was how much more rugged it looked and felt. The exterior is chiseled with sharp lines and rounded corners, and the brushed aluminum lets you know that this laptop means business.
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The XPS 15 weighs a healthy 4.21 lbs, and its presence was most definitely felt as I backpacked throughout New York City for work and briefings. Fortunately, on top of the three USB-C ports — two of which are Thunderbolt 4 — Dell includes an SD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack. For those aforementioned briefings, I often need to transfer photos and videos — captured with my mirrorless camera — to my laptop for editing, and the built-in SD card slot is much Appreciated.


As for the bottom half of the laptop, I found the XPS 15 keyboard a little too low-profile for my tastes. The soft-touch keycaps can feel mushy and not as tactile as I’d like for my type-heavy workflow, though the backlighting gets plenty bright for those late-night writing sessions.


Also: I found the best keyboard for students, and its ChatGPT shortcut proves it
The carbon fiber weave surrounding what is one of the larger trackpads I’ve used on a 15-inch laptop is a nice, edgy touch, serving as a rather comforting wrist rest when gliding and clicking around. at times, with the XPS 15 processing my inputs as a “pinch out” or “pinch in” when my left wrist was simply laying a little too close to the middle surface.


There was more to say about the XPS 15’s design last year when the changes were actually new, so I’ll plug our review for those who want a more in-depth analysis of what’s been pictured in this article. My takeaway is that while I prefer the all-aluminum build — both on the inside and out — of the MacBook or Microsoft Surface Laptop, it’s great to see Dell stick with a distinguishable design language — one that I’m sure has many other fans.


Also: This Acer laptop may be the most affordable way to have an Nvidia 40 Series GPU
The review unit that Dell provided me features a 13th-gen Core i7-13700H, 32GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, an RTX 4070 (40W), and a 3.5K resolution OLED display, which was the most noticeable upgrade of all.

this is one of the most — if not the most — sharp-looking, color-accurate displays I’ve seen on a laptop, and it’s a feature that I’d recommend potential buyers opt for if photo and video work is central to you. 
When paired with the top-firing speakers flanking the sides of the keyboard, the multimedia experience on the XPS 15 can be mesmerizing. It’s one of the few display-speaker pairings that I’d rank alongside Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro.


The ability to configure the XPS 15, from the processor to the Windows operating system to the graphics card to the display, is great to see, especially if you fancy the design and form factor of the laptop but don’t want to overspend on excess In fact, the review unit I tested was more than enough for my week’s work, with the XPS 15 breathing through multi-window applications, 4K video editing on Adobe Premiere Pro, and some touch-ups on Adobe Photoshop.

Also: Best laptops for graphic designers, according to experts who use them
What’s more impressive to me is how long the XPS 15 held up in between charges. Even when using it to power an external monitor, I averaged about six to seven hours of usage before the 10% lower battery warning appeared. Keep in mind that I ‘m tasking the machine with video exports, frequent conference calls (with a suboptimal 720p webcam), and miscellaneous things that pop up throughout a journalist’s work week.


ZDNET’s buying adviceIf I were to buy the Dell XPS 15, I’d be comfortable with a less-powerful RTX 4050 and a smaller storage size of 512GB, since Most of my work is saved on the cloud. With the 3.5K resolution display add-on, that rings me up at around $2,049, a relatively fair price for one of the more premium Windows laptops out there. 
You’ll save an additional $300 if you can live with the FHD+ (1920 x 1200) non-touch display.

And if looks are all you really care about, the Dell XPS 15 can be had for as little as $1,299. No matter the price, you can expect reliable performance and battery life, and a design that’s as timeless as they come.

Battery bad after installing iOS 16.6? Try these 7 tips

Some iPhone users are experiencing battery issues after the iOS 16.6 update.
Here we go again with yet another iOS 16 update and more iPhone owners complaining of battery issues. 
The iOS 16.6 update (there’s also an iOS 15.7.8 for iPhones running the older version, so make sure if you’re running an older device to check that out) contained a bunch of security fixes for vulnerabilities that put your data at risk. 

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But what should you do if you’re finding that it is degrading your battery life?


I’ve been keeping an eye on social media and Apple’s support forums, and opinions are, as always, mixed. Some say this update is a big improvement and that it fixes the overheating issue found in iOS 16.5 (I would say that I’ve definitely seen an improvement here). 
Others say it’s abysmal, claiming not only that they are getting less battery runtime, but also that their battery health plummeted. If you’re curious — or concerned — about battery health, I suggest reading about what Apple doesn’t want you to know about your iPhone’s battery. 


Also: Why some people are buying MacBook Pros with broken displays
If you’re experiencing better battery life, good for you. You can stop reading here and get on with your day. However, if you are one of those people having battery issues, I have some tips and tricks to help you make it through the day.
7 tips if you’re having battery issues 1. Be patientIt’s normal to experience a drop — even quite a significant drop — in battery life following the installation of an iOS update.
Also: iOS 17 may introduce a useful iPhone smart display feature — and I have questions iPhones

 need to carry out a number of tasks in the background in the aftermath of an update. This consumes more battery power than usual, and the battery life will return to normal once all these extra tasks have been completed. 
Maybe try a reboot and see if that helps. It can’t harm!

2. Try a few tweaks

A few things I’ve seen help with battery life on iOS 16 releases:
Turn down screen brightness.Turn off Wi-Fi assist, a feature that uses cellular data when your Wi-Fi connection is weak or slow — you can disable it by going Settings > Cellular, and scroll down to the bottom to turn off Wi-Fi Assist.Reset network settings, not sure how or why this helps, but several people have reported back that it improved battery life dramatically — got Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone and then tap on Reset and then Reset Network Settings.Use Dark Mode — it really does make a huge difference.

3. Update your apps
The problem might not be an iOS issue but more a problem with apps that haven’t been updated, especially when new versions of iOS have been released. That means it’s a good idea to make sure all your apps are updated before you spend a lot of time trying to diagnose what’s going on.

Also: My iPhone’s battery doesn’t stay at 100% for as long as it used to. Is there a problem?
Fire up the App Store app and tap your profile icon in the corner, then scroll down to Available Updates to look for updates (I like to pull down this screen to refresh it, so I see all the latest updates).
4. Find out what’s eating your batteryIf none of the previous steps helped, what else could it be? It could be a rogue app that’s draining the battery. And fortunately, iOS offers you the tools you need to track down misbehaving apps.
Also: How to turn off Clean Energy Charging on the iPhone


Head over to Settings > Battery, and here you will see a lot of data, including Battery Usage By App. Tapping on it also allows you to switch to Activity By App, which shows a breakdown of how much power the app is using while on the screen and how much it is using when in the background.
You can use this information to diagnose battery drain issues. Here are some other things you can use this information for:


An app going berserk in the background will show lots of activity in the background compared with screen activity (try disabling background activity for that app and see if that helps).You can spot charging problems (Was the battery actually charging when you thought it was?).You can also spot poor battery performance (look for battery charge falling rapidly).iOS 13 battery drainAnalyzing battery drain in iOS.Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET5. Check if your battery needs replacingIs your iPhone getting on a bit? 


If it’s four years or older, then the battery might be getting old and needs replacing. 
Tap on Settings and head to Battery > Battery Health & Charging and check what the Maximum Capacity of the battery is listed as. If this is below 80% then this indicates a worn battery and that it’s time for a replacement.
6.What about overheating?Don’t get into a competition to see how hot you can get your iPhone. That’s a path that leads to hardware damage. A stressed, hot battery is an unhappy battery, and that can lead to premature wear and performance issues.
Also: Using your iPhone in high temperatures can cause permanent damage.
So, if it’s overheating, remove it from a hot window and don’t keep it in a hot car. I also recommend temporarily taking it out of any case it’s in.


7. Wait for the next iOS updateBugs do slip through the net, and sometimes all you can do is wait for Apple to fix the problem and roll out a new update.
Apple is getting much better about fixing issues like this, although you do have to wait for the fix and take a gamble that the new update does indeed fix the problem and not cause more chaos.

Also: iPhone or Android slow or buggy?
That said, given that pretty much every update Apple rolls out nowadays is packed with iOS security fixes, I recommend installing updates because not doing this can leave youriPhone vulnerable to attack.

Apple’s iPhone 14 lineup is official: Goodbye Mini, hello iPhone 14 Plus

The iPhone 14 lineup consists of four different models, but this year there’s a twist.
Apple on Wednesday held a special event from its Apple Park campus in Cupertino, Cali., where the iPhone 14 lineup was unveiled, alongside a trio of new Apple Watch models — Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Ultra —  and new AirPods Pro wireless earbuds. 


The 2022 iPhone offering consists of four new smartphones, including the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Notice that the iPhone 14 Mini isn’t an option, as Apple has retired the smallest phone in its lineup and replaced it with a larger screen iPhone 14 Plus. 


Also: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: Is the newest iPhone worth the upgrade?
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 PlusThe base iPhone 14 models now come in 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch display sizes, forgoing the iPhone 14 Mini’s smaller display. The displays have 1200 nits peak brightness for outdoor viewing.


Inside the iPhone 14 is an A15 Bionic processor — that’s the same that was used in the iPhone 13, with Apple touting the performance of the processor as a benefit to iPhone 14 users, even a year after its initial release.The overall design of the iPhone 14 looks like the iPhone 13, with a notch cutout at the top of the screen for the True Depth Sensor that’s used for Face ID to unlock the phone or approve Apple Pay payments. There are a total of five colors available for the iPhone 14 line: midnight, starlight, blue, purple, and red.


As for camera upgrades, the iPhone 14 has a new 12-megapixel main camera with a larger sensor and 1.5f aperture to collect more light. The ultra-wide camera stays at 12-megapixels. There’s also a new 12-megapixel TrueDepth camera, with auto-focus, for taking selfies or used with FaceTime video calls.
A new feature coming to iPhone 14’s camera is called Photonic Engine. Apple uses its Deep Fusion image processing earlier in the photographic process, capturing more detail, color and lighting in the image that’s captured.
Video on the iPhone now comes with an Action Mode to stabilize video when you’re active, such as when running. 
Apple’s also making a big push for customers to switch over from a plastic SIM card to an eSIM that’s embedded in the phone and can be programmed and changed with the tap of a button or two. In fact, Apple has removed the SIM card tray from the iPhone 14 altogether. eSIM or bust, eh? 


The iPhone 14 also features crash detection just like the new Apple Watch models, which can detect if you’re in a car accident and alert emergency responders. 
The rumored satellite connectivity feature for the iPhone 14 is real. The iPhone 14 will be able to connect to satellites when you’re in an area where there’s no cellular service, so you can contact emergency responders and request help. Emergency SOS via Satellite uses the iPhone 14’santennas to connect directly to a satellite, with the phone directing and telling you exactly where to point the phone to ensure a connection. You’ll be able to send messages using the new feature.


Also: How the Apple iPhone 14 connects to satellites during emergencies
It’s hard to not see Emergency SOS via Satellite being a feature that’s highlighted in Apple commercials as having saved lives a year from now. It will be free for two years, starting with the iPhone 14 in the US and Canada. Emergency SOS via Satellite launches in November.  The iPhone 14 starts at $799, while the iPhone 14 Plus starts at $899. You can preorder either model starting Sept. 9, with the iPhone 14 shipping Sept. 16 and the iPhone 14 Plus shipping Oct. 7.  


iPhone 14 Pro in various colors. iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro MaxThe iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max features a slightly new design, at least when it comes to the notch — or lack there of — on the display. Instead of a notch, there’s now a cutout just below the top of the screen that houses the new TrueDepth camera. Instead of leaving the cutout on its own, Apple uses it as a starting and stopping point for new alerts and notifications that appear to show up from the new cutout, or as Apple calls it – the Dynamic Island. All jokes about the name aside, it really does look useful.
There are four colors for the iPhone 14 Pro models this year. They are space black, silver, gold and deep purple.


The iPhone 14 Pro has a new display, keeping the same sizes of 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch with a peak brightness of 2000 nits. But wait, there’s more — the iPhone 14 Pro will have an always-on display, a first for the iPhone, and something that Android phones have had for years.
It’s a feature that’s been rumored to come to the iPhone for awhile now, and one that makes sense to bring to life alongside the new lock screen widgets
Inside the iPhone 14 Pro line is a new A16 Bionic processor.

It’s a 4nm chip with 16 billion resistors. Apple included a Display Engine in the A16 Bionic that allows the always-on display to exist without draining the iPhone’s battery. At least that’s according to Apple, we’ll have to wait and see what battery life is like in actual use.The camera system on the iPhone 14 Pro has an upgraded 48-megapixel camera with a quad-pixel sensor. With the larger sensor, Apple is able to do some impressive things, such as directly crop the image on the sensor and provide a 2x telephoto picture option.

The ultra-wide camera is 12-megapixels, with improvements across the board, including its macro mode capability. Apple mentioned the dedicated telephoto lens but didn’t go into any details. Now that the iPhone 14 Pro website is up, I can tell you that the telephoto camera is 12-megapixels. 
Apple estimates thebattery life of the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max will stay strong enough to power through a full day. 

New iPhone 14 models compared: Which one should you buy?

The curtain has been lifted at Cupertino and four new iPhones will soon arrive at an Apple store near you:iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

That’s a whole lot of iPhones if you’re in the market for an upgrade, with new features aplenti to make your investment all the sweeter.
To get you up to speed on the latest handsets and help you make the best buying decision this fall, ZDNET experts sifted through spec sheets, price points, feature lists, and presentations to bring you all the information. Here are key reasons to buy one iPhone 14 model over the other — starting from the top of the line.

1. You want the longest-lasting battery lifeOut of all the iPhones announced during Apple’s fall event, the iPhone 14 Pro Max stands tall for the longest-lasting battery life. Apple says that the larger Pro model should last for up to 29 hours of video playback. If the 14 Pro Max is a step-up from the 13 Pro Max, which had an impressive endurance when tested, there are good times ahead for the new iPhone. 


2. You want the best iPhone camera systemTechnically, both the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max have the best iPhone camera systems to date, so you can’t go wrong with either one. The benefit of the Pro Max’s larger display is that it functions as an expansive viewfinder when shooting photos and videos. The 6.7-inch panel should also be of greater use for video editing on the go.
3. You’re willing to pay the big bucksThe iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at $1,099 for the 128GB variant, with the most expensive 1TB model peaking at $1,599. Those prices aren’t including taxes, cases, and chargers. For the 14 Pro Max, you’ll have to pay up to reap the large-screen benefits. 


You should buy the iPhone 14 Pro if…iPhone 14-red 
1. You want ‘Pro’ features in a more regular sizeThe one and only reason to buy the smaller iPhone 14 Pro over the Pro Max is size preference. The regular iPhone 14 Pro is arguably the safer, less-fatiguing phone to use among the flagship duo. Its 6.1-inch display comfortably fits more in a hand and users switching over from older iPhones should feel at home with the palm-friendly size. Still, the iPhone 14 Pro comes with the same multi-camera system as the Pro Max, as well as all the exciting new safety and Dynamic Island features. 


1. You want a large iPhone for lessFor the first time in a while, Apple is offering a less expensive, big-screen phone, making the iPhone 14 Plus the perfect gateway for folks who want the “Pro Max” form factor. Instead of paying $1,099 for the highest-end iPhone though, the 14 Plus starts at $899. Still, you can expect similar software features like the new iOS 16 lock screen, satellite-based safety tools, and more. 
2. You don’t want to go ‘Pro’ for the best battery lifeApple made it clear during its ‘Far Out’ keynote that the iPhone 14 Plus has the best battery life ever on an iPhone. That’s a big claim, but one that’s not surprising.

ZDNET has tested every iPhone to date and always found the larger ” Plus” and “Pro Max” options to yield the most enduring performance. In the case of the new 14 Plus, Apple says that the phone should last up to 26 hours of video playback, besting the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro. 
You should buy the iPhone 14 if…
1. You want the latest iPhone for lessAnd finally, the iPhone 14. It’s the least expensive model in the fall lineup but possibly the most important. Traditionally, the standard, non-Pro iPhone has been Apple’s bread-winner, appealing to the masses through value-driven prices, subtle obstacles , and eye-catching colors (see image above). This year’s iPhone 14 is priced the same as last year’s with a starting price of $799. It’s not cheap, but also not as expensive as the other models. 


2. You have your eyes set on a specific colorThere’s nothing more hypnotic than walking into an Apple store and seeing all the poppy iPhone colors perfectly laid out for you to play with. Between the Pro and non-Pro iPhones this year, the latter is noticeably more adventurous with its color options and should appeal to a wider range of consumers. If you’re dead set on a red, blue, or purple iPhone, then look no further than the regular 14.  

Clearly, there are a lot of new smartphone to shop from, and each one offers a feature or two that the others do not. My ultimate buying advice is this: Visit your local Apple store and give each model a test drive. Run your most frequented apps, take pictures and videos, and get a feel for each phone’s fit and finish. Naturally, your preferences will narrow down the options and allow you to choose the best iPhone for you.