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Apple iPhone 17e

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iPhone 17e: Apple’s Affordable iPhone Finally Feels Like a First-Class Citizen

Apple has never been shy about charging premium prices, so any iPhone that lands closer to the middle of the market tends to come with a quiet disclaimer. Something is usually missing. A feature disappears, a capability gets trimmed back, or the phone arrives with the faint suggestion that the real experience costs a few hundred dollars more. The iPhone 17e, starting at $599, does not entirely escape that dynamic. Apple still reserves its most extravagant hardware for the higher tiers. Yet this model feels less like a consolation prize than earlier “budget” iPhones.

Apple iPhone Air

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Apple’s Fall Lineup Brings iPhone Air, iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11 Into Focus

Apple iPhone Air leads a crowded launch that also includes the iPhone 17 family, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11. On paper, the updates range from lighter materials and faster chips to sharper cameras and smarter software. In practice, the appeal comes down to how these changes show up in your day, whether that is a red-eye flight with crying babies nearby, a late-night photo walk, or a week of bouncing between workouts and work calls.

iPhone 16 Series

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Best iPhone 16 Deals: How to Get Huge Savings from US Carrier Discounts!

On the off chance you missed it, Apple announced new iPhones this week! The iPhone 16, 16 Pro, 16 Plus, and 16 Pro Max are going to be up for pre-order Friday with shipping next Friday, along with new Airpods, the Series 10 Apple Watch, and the Apple Watch Ultra 2. It’s a big lineup, and you’ll want to hunt down the best deals, so here’s our roundup of where you can stretch that tech budget to get the latest and greatest.

Dr J holding a basketball, wearing a blue FreedomPop t-shirt and holding a cellular phone to his ear

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FreedomPop Teams Up with Basketball Legend Julius Erving to Bring Attention to Its Senior-Focused Wireless Service

Since its launch in 2011, FreedomPop has offered budget-friendly wireless service everywhere, from Target and Walmart to the internet. But now, they’re exclusively catering to seniors, a move they believe is long overdue. To bring awareness to their service and its features, they’ve teamed up with basketball icon Julius Erving, also known as Dr. J, in their latest campaign targeting seniors.

The Unexpected Nostalgia of Finding an Original iPhone in My Junk Drawer

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The Unexpected Nostalgia of Finding an Original iPhone in My Junk Drawer

I recently went digging through a junk drawer looking for some old photos; I found several USB cables, a calculator watch, some unidentified flash drives, and … an original iPhone. As in, the iPhone that I sat in line outside the Apple Store to buy on launch day back in 2007. Fourteen years have passed, and it’s honestly shocking to hold the original iPhone in one hand and my 12 Pro Max in the other!

AT&T's amazing iPhone 13 deals

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AT&T Comes Up with Amazing iPhone 13 Deals!

AT&T is very excited about the new iPhone 13! They were the original carrier to take a gamble on the first iPhone; they should be excited and proud because — well, would you just look at the iPhone now?! In fact, AT&T is so excited about the new iPhone that they’re offering qualified customers some amazing iPhone 13 deals if they’re looking to upgrade!

Nomad Is Fully Prepared to Protect Your New iPhone 12

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Nomad Is Fully Prepared to Protect Your New iPhone 12

Now that Apple has officially announced the iPhone 12 series, many brands are announcing that they will have cases available before the launch. One of those brands, Nomad, has been chomping at the bit to announce their new cases, complete with some design adjustments to make the newly designed iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max look incredible.

Does Apple Owe You Compensation for Your iPhone's Diminished Performance? Possibly

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Does Apple Owe You Compensation for Your iPhone’s Diminished Performance? Possibly

Did you own an Apple iPhone 6, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, or 7 Plus? If so, you might be able to claim $25 compensation as part of the up to $500 million settlement Apple has made as a consequence a class-action lawsuit filed against them for admitting to slowing down older iPhones to get better life from aging batteries and keep the iPhones from crashing. But time to file any claim is about to run out.

OtterBox Traction Case for the iPhone XS Max Review

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OtterBox Traction Case for the iPhone XS Max Review

The big iPhone XS Max release day has come and gone. From the looks of my local stores, both Apple and cell carrier, the majority of people either waited or bought their phones online.  Online orders placed today for iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max have even become available for in-store pickup.