Breathless cell phone ads might suggest that every American consumer rushes out to grab a brand-new smartphone every year, even if the old one worked just fine. A new survey tells a different story.

Children who have smartphones by age 12 are at an increased risk for depression, obesity, and lack of sleep, according to a new study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics. The researchers looked ...

In 2025, CNET tested the battery life of 35 phones, and our overall top performer is the iPhone 17 Pro Max. At a starting price of $1,199, it was the most expensive phone in our top five. Its ...