10 Best Android Phones of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find those worth your money.

Wired - Mar. 12

Police hunt woman suspected of cutting phone cables

Openreach cables have been cut on 19 occasions, leaving residents without phone and internet access.

BBC News - Mar. 21

Light Phone III Review: The Anti-Smartphone

A significant hardware upgrade over its predecessor, the Light Phone III is the digital detox we need right now.

Wired - 1d

Light Phone III Review: The Anti-Smartphone

A significant hardware upgrade over its predecessor, the Light Phone III is the digital detox we need right now.

Wired - 1d

Social Security to curtail some toll-free phone services

Social Security will no longer let people change bank information by phone, alleging the practice is behind direct deposit fraud.

CBS News - Mar. 13

Got a ticket to the Masters? No, you can't bring your phone. What could happen if you do

Cell phones are not allowed at the Masters Tournament in April 2025. Here are the rules and what could happen if you break them.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Is Trump standing up to Putin?

The presidents are speaking on the phone.

BBC News - Mar. 17

French scientist denied US entry after phone messages critical of Trump found

France’s research minister said the scientist was traveling to Houston for a conference when his phone was searched. A French scientist was denied entry to the US this month after immigration ...

The Guardian - Mar. 19

Conservatives push for ban on phones in schools

Opposition says it will attempt to amend a Labour government bill to include the ban.

BBC News - Mar. 16

Hell and high water: flooded-in northern rivers residents grapple with ‘no water, no phone or power’

Houses are starting to smell of damp and mould, food is rotting in fridges and even charging a phone involves ingenuity. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

CIA head, Russian spy chief speak by phone, first such contact in 27 months

The heads of U.S. and Russian spy agencies spoke by phone and agreed to keep up regular contacts to lower the temperature in U.S.-Russia relations, Russian news reports say.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Nothing Phone 3a Pro review: funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera

Transparent back, flashing LEDs, novel design, long battery life and huge triple camera help this Android stand out. London-based Nothing has brought one of the last things setting top-level phones ...

The Guardian - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy mum on video of him taking phone from University of Texas player heckling him

Rory McIlroy was interested only in his good start to The Players Championship on Thursday than discussing a heckling incident in which he took the phone of a University of Texas player who had ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

iPhone 16e review: Apple’s cheapest new phone

Stripped back iPhone offers latest chips, AI and longer battery life, but with only a single camera on the back. Apple’s cheapest new smartphone is the iPhone 16e, which offers the basic modern ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

8 Best Cheap Phones (2025), Tested and Reviewed

There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $150 to $600—stood up to WIRED’s testing.

Wired - Mar. 11

No home, food or phone: Blachowicz's 'detox' from life

Jan Blachowicz returns to action against Carlos Ulberg at UFC London after a "detox" from life as he recovered from double shoulder surgery.

BBC News - Mar. 20

No home, food or phone: Blachowicz's 'detox' from life

Jan Blachowicz returns to action against Carlos Ulberg at UFC London after a "detox" from life as he recovered from double shoulder surgery.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20

Kyle Walker's wife held phone while at the wheel

Annie Kilner is told she must drive "very carefully" since she now has nine points on her licence.

BBC News - 4d

Nintendo is releasing another weird phone app

Nintendo had an interesting surprise at the end of today's Direct.

VentureBeat - 1d

Nintendo is releasing another weird phone app

Nintendo had an interesting surprise at the end of today's Direct.

VentureBeat - 1d

'Sir Alex phoned me after the Newcastle goal'

Brighton forward Danny Welbeck reminisces with ex-Seagulls striker Glenn Murray about his FA Cup exploits over the years, as he prepares for this season's quarter-finals.

BBC News - 13h

'Sir Alex phoned me after the Newcastle goal'

Brighton forward Danny Welbeck reminisces with ex-Seagulls striker Glenn Murray about his FA Cup exploits over the years, as he prepares for this season's quarter-finals.

BBC News - 13h

Labour’s Benefits Crackdown

And what happened when Trump phoned Putin?

BBC News - Mar. 18

Nokia Put a 4G Cellular Network on the Moon but Couldn’t Make a Phone Call

Nokia’s Lunar Surface Communications System was supposed to be the first 4G network deployed on the moon and a test for future crewed missions. Things didn’t go to plan.

Wired - Mar. 7

Homeland Security overhauls asylum phone app — now it's for 'self-deportation'

The Trump administration has overhauled a cellphone app once used to let migrants apply for asylum

ABC News - Mar. 10

Social Security Administration: Reports of phone service elimination 'inaccurate'

The Social Security Administration is increasing its protection against fraud by eliminating the risk of fraud associated with changing bank account information by telephone, and requiring people ...

The Hill - Mar. 13

Rory McIlroy takes phone after being heckled by NCAA winner at The Players

A University of Texas men’s golfer was reportedly escorted out of TPC Sawgrass following an incident with Rory McIlroy during Tuesday’s practice round for The Players.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Rory McIlroy answers the call after a spot of mobile phone interference

Northern Irishman round in 67 after clash with spectator Glover, Spaun and Villegas lead the way at Sawgrass Rory McIlroy opted to let his golf clubs do the talking. A wondrous approach to the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

Rory McIlroy Takes Heckler’s Phone During Practice Round in Viral Video

The unruly guest, identified as a University of Texas golfer, was escorted out of the event

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Social Security says it will no longer accept bank changes over the phone

Those who need to change their direct deposit information with Social Security will have to do it online or in-person.

The Hill - Mar. 14

Social Security Administration to cut phone service for direct-deposit transactions

Account changes must be made either online or at a field office starting March 29.

MarketWatch - Mar. 14

Can Trump extract concessions on Ukraine from Putin over the phone?

Also in this newsletter: Merz’s fiscal revolution up for a vote in the Bundestag

Financial Times - Mar. 18

What to expect from Trump's phone call with Putin on Ukraine

The US president says elements of a Ukraine ceasefire have been agreed, but "much remains" to be worked on.

BBC News - Mar. 18

Pete Songi on Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin’s phone call – cartoon

The Guardian - Mar. 18

Why No One Should Trust This Trump-Putin Phone Call

There are too many unanswered questions that raise suspicions.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Trump and Putin stress improving U.S.-Russia relations in phone call

Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.

CBS News - Mar. 18

Why Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Has Parents Talking About Phones

The Netflix hit has touched off debates about smartphone use by children and, in Britain, fed into calls for a social media ban.

The New York Times - 3d

Here’s All the Research Showing Your Phone Is Probably Making You Dumber

And the phenomenon is only going to get worse. What are you going to do about it?

Inc. - 1d

5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.

Wired - 1d

5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.

Wired - 1d

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