Preslav Kateliev - Senior Reviews Writer

Preslav Kateliev - Senior Reviews Writer
paul.k@phonearena.com
Preslav has been with PhoneArena since 2014. His first foray into mobile technologies was with the Samsung Galaxy devices and he spent way too much time with an S Pen in his hand, jotting down his ideas on a Galaxy Note — his favorite being the Galaxy Note Edge, which is sadly now too old to be competent in this day and age.

Over the years, he became fascinated with anything and everything mobile that can be incorporated into his existing hobbies or work. He likes to tinker with “small technology” and make it work for him in fields where portability is a prime benefit.

You can often spot him writing articles, recording guitars, or editing videos on an iPad Pro. Or using an action camera to record training sessions with his dog (Anyone remember the Samsung Gear 360?). He will often pick up more than one phone from the office to record a band rehearsal or live gig and try to test those “pro microphone” claims that manufacturers keep throwing at us.

But, out of all of them, gaming is his biggest timesink. And, while mobile games themselves aren’t much to Preslav’s taste, he still holds hope that services like GeForce Now and Steam Link will be up to par for some true competitive gaming in the near future. Though, he fears that this would be the day that his article output drops significantly.

Having been through both an “Android is king” stage and an “iPhone is best” period, Preslav is now much more laid back on what type of phone he has in his hands. As long as the performance is there, the camera is good, and the user interface is pretty, thoughtful, and experience-oriented, he is happy with it.

You will often see him making arguments for both the pros and cons of a device, which does drive him a bit insane — he still can’t decide whether he likes or hates the Galaxy Fold experience.
Recent articles by Preslav
The Biggest Update to iPadOS 26 is NOT the new floating apps

The Biggest Update to iPadOS 26 is NOT the new floating apps

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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 9: are two years enough to evolve?
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 9: are two years enough to evolve?

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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 10: expectations and what we know
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Series 10: expectations and what we know

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Can you record hybrid meetings (in-person and online attendance)? Yes — with Viaim!
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Can you record hybrid meetings (in-person and online attendance)? Yes — with Viaim!

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Motorola Razr (2025) vs Razr Ultra (2025): one is a pretty cover, the other is the whole package
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Motorola Razr (2025) vs Razr Ultra (2025): one is a pretty cover, the other is the whole package

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It’s absurd that Sony expects this marketing strategy to work

It’s absurd that Sony expects this marketing strategy to work

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The Sony Xperia 1 VII has a unique feature, it's a shame that it's bad

The Sony Xperia 1 VII has a unique feature, it's a shame that it's bad

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This summer: skip expensive roaming fees — not the waves
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This summer: skip expensive roaming fees — not the waves

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Sony Xperia 1 VII review: great hardware...
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Sony Xperia 1 VII review: great hardware...

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Pixel 10 vs Pixel 8: Two years later, will a glow-up justify a jump-up?
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Pixel 10 vs Pixel 8: Two years later, will a glow-up justify a jump-up?

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Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: what's going to change?
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Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: what's going to change?

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: some decisions will need to be made!
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: some decisions will need to be made!

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Galaxy S25 Edge: a 5.8mm bullet to the heart of what the Edge used to stand for

Galaxy S25 Edge: a 5.8mm bullet to the heart of what the Edge used to stand for

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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: expectations
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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: expectations

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: what's going to change?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: what's going to change?

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: will this summer be the time to upgrade?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: will this summer be the time to upgrade?

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I thought nothing could impress me nowadays. But Nothing did!

I thought nothing could impress me nowadays. But Nothing did!

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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13: preview and expectations
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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13: preview and expectations

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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market UK flash sales!
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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market UK flash sales!

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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market flash sales!
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It’s the best time to buy a premium tablet at a killer price: a week of Back Market flash sales!

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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: 3-ish months left 'till the showdown of 2025!
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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: 3-ish months left 'till the showdown of 2025!

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CMF Phone 2 Pro vs Nothing Phone (3a): OK, what are we looking at?
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CMF Phone 2 Pro vs Nothing Phone (3a): OK, what are we looking at?

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Google Pixel 9a review: the best candidate for your $500?
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Google Pixel 9a review: the best candidate for your $500?

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iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a: which mini flagship to care about?
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iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a: which mini flagship to care about?

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New phone, old tricks: the iPhone 16e’s hidden camera downgrades

New phone, old tricks: the iPhone 16e’s hidden camera downgrades

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Have a Qi2 phone? Enjoy the benefits of MagSafe with these excellent Baseus Ultra Slim power banks!
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Have a Qi2 phone? Enjoy the benefits of MagSafe with these excellent Baseus Ultra Slim power banks!

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Ultimate phone data plan, no extra fees, and a 5-year price guarantee!
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Ultimate phone data plan, no extra fees, and a 5-year price guarantee!

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Smart, beautiful, effortless: Beatbot AquaSense 2 Series does the work while you play!
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Smart, beautiful, effortless: Beatbot AquaSense 2 Series does the work while you play!

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Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Galaxy A25: can the budget phone get any better?
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Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Galaxy A25: can the budget phone get any better?

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra case you didn’t know you needed: Pitaka PinButton adds 3 buttons for enhanced convenience
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The Galaxy S25 Ultra case you didn’t know you needed: Pitaka PinButton adds 3 buttons for enhanced convenience

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Get affordable mobile data when traveling abroad with a Ubigi eSIM
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Get affordable mobile data when traveling abroad with a Ubigi eSIM

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Good iPhone or Galaxy deal? It’s the best time to shop refurbished with Back Market!
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Good iPhone or Galaxy deal? It’s the best time to shop refurbished with Back Market!

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Good iPhone or Galaxy deal? It’s the best time to shop refurbished with Back Market!
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Good iPhone or Galaxy deal? It’s the best time to shop refurbished with Back Market!

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Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Galaxy A36: how much to spend on a midranger?
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Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Galaxy A36: how much to spend on a midranger?

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Thoughtful use of AI: underdog shows the big brands how it's done

Thoughtful use of AI: underdog shows the big brands how it's done

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One UI 7 coming to Galaxy S24, S23, S22, S21: here's what to prepare for

One UI 7 coming to Galaxy S24, S23, S22, S21: here's what to prepare for

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Tired of worrying about roaming data? Just get an Unlimited plan with Holafly!
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Tired of worrying about roaming data? Just get an Unlimited plan with Holafly!

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Apple iPad Air M3 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+

Apple iPad Air M3 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+

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Nothing Phone (3a) vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: what's the difference?
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Nothing Phone (3a) vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: what's the difference?

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Tax prep is a pain, but Adobe Acrobat helps!
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Tax prep is a pain, but Adobe Acrobat helps!

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How to check if your personal data has been leaked – for free
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How to check if your personal data has been leaked – for free

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iPad A16 vs iPad Air M3: who's the real iPad Pro killer here?
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iPad A16 vs iPad Air M3: who's the real iPad Pro killer here?

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iPad Air M3 review: second verse, same as the first
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iPad Air M3 review: second verse, same as the first

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Huawei FreeArc: hook, line, open-ear earbuds
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Huawei FreeArc: hook, line, open-ear earbuds

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Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro (Bluetooth) review: double-pinch on these
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Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro (Bluetooth) review: double-pinch on these

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Spring travel checklist: Get your phone ready for an epic vacation!
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Spring travel checklist: Get your phone ready for an epic vacation!

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iPhone 16e vs iPhone 13 mini: is it time to hang up the old mini?
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iPhone 16e vs iPhone 13 mini: is it time to hang up the old mini?

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iPhone 16e “secret MagSafe” myth: debunked

iPhone 16e “secret MagSafe” myth: debunked

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Apple iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25: who deserves that $800 more?
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Apple iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25: who deserves that $800 more?

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Nothing Phone (3a) review: next glowing midranger?
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Nothing Phone (3a) review: next glowing midranger?

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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro review: they Pro now?
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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro review: they Pro now?

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iPad A16 (11th gen) vs iPad 10th gen (2022): Differences explained

iPad A16 (11th gen) vs iPad 10th gen (2022): Differences explained

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A real Unlimited plan? Mint Mobile removes data caps, celebrates with huge promo!
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A real Unlimited plan? Mint Mobile removes data caps, celebrates with huge promo!

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Get the ultimate kit for iPhone 16e with ESR’s HaloLock cases and screen protectors!
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Get the ultimate kit for iPhone 16e with ESR’s HaloLock cases and screen protectors!

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Virtual phone number — safe, easy to get, easy to use with Surfshark
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Virtual phone number — safe, easy to get, easy to use with Surfshark

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Did Apple just win the “Budget flagship” game?

Did Apple just win the “Budget flagship” game?

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The hidden benefit of AI: Apple gave us good hardware

The hidden benefit of AI: Apple gave us good hardware

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Samsung Galaxy S25 and Nomad eSIM are the perfect travel duo
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Samsung Galaxy S25 and Nomad eSIM are the perfect travel duo

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: Function versus form
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: Function versus form

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Grab the perfect Rokform protective case for your new Galaxy S25 here!
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Grab the perfect Rokform protective case for your new Galaxy S25 here!

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Galaxy S25 Ultra, are those camera lenses, or are you just happy to see me?

Galaxy S25 Ultra, are those camera lenses, or are you just happy to see me?

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Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: one of these is not an Ultra
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Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: one of these is not an Ultra

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Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Zenfone 11 Ultra: find the differences
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Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Zenfone 11 Ultra: find the differences

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Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra review: still bigger, now cleaner
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Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra review: still bigger, now cleaner

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Protect the iPhone 16 Camera Control with ESR’s high-tech Stash Stand case
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Protect the iPhone 16 Camera Control with ESR’s high-tech Stash Stand case

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S Pen doesn’t have Bluetooth anymore. An ode to features we didn’t need

S Pen doesn’t have Bluetooth anymore. An ode to features we didn’t need

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Tough Galaxy S25 case for every adventure: Rokform’s ultimate Rugged cases!
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Tough Galaxy S25 case for every adventure: Rokform’s ultimate Rugged cases!

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: one small step for AI... eh, no leaps
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: one small step for AI... eh, no leaps

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra: do we need a refresh?
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra: do we need a refresh?

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AI on smartphones is in a battle with time, and it’s losing

AI on smartphones is in a battle with time, and it’s losing

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Why don't the Galaxy S25 phones have Qi2 built in?

Why don't the Galaxy S25 phones have Qi2 built in?

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Start off the Galaxy S25 journey with the perfect protection and charging package: Torras Ostand and PolarCircle
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Start off the Galaxy S25 journey with the perfect protection and charging package: Torras Ostand and PolarCircle

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was officially... teased?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was officially... teased?

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Vivo X200 Review: is the small one the one to get?
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Vivo X200 Review: is the small one the one to get?

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The HKMLC digital whiteboards empower co-working teams, combine multiple devices in one
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The HKMLC digital whiteboards empower co-working teams, combine multiple devices in one

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Vivo X200 Pro review: best camera phone or just an overstatement?
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Vivo X200 Pro review: best camera phone or just an overstatement?

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Newbie-friendly, fun lights, rugged phone: the Doogee Blade GT
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Newbie-friendly, fun lights, rugged phone: the Doogee Blade GT

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Mint Mobile crazy January deals: any plan for $15/mo!
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Mint Mobile crazy January deals: any plan for $15/mo!

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The iPhone SE will cease to exist. All hail the iPhone 16E

The iPhone SE will cease to exist. All hail the iPhone 16E

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE will be cheaper, said to make no compromise in main display

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE will be cheaper, said to make no compromise in main display

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Apple Intelligence vs Google Gemini vs Galaxy AI: what are the differences?

Apple Intelligence vs Google Gemini vs Galaxy AI: what are the differences?

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Mint Mobile’s best deal of the year: 50% off Unlimited for one year!
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Mint Mobile’s best deal of the year: 50% off Unlimited for one year!

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The gift of Pixel: lowest Pixel 9 Pro Fold price yet, massive deal on Pixel 8a, and others!
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The gift of Pixel: lowest Pixel 9 Pro Fold price yet, massive deal on Pixel 8a, and others!

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iPad Pro with M4? Now is the best time to buy iPad Pro M1!

iPad Pro with M4? Now is the best time to buy iPad Pro M1!

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Gifts for you or a special someone: Pitaka's discounts and Lucky Boxes are here!
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Gifts for you or a special someone: Pitaka's discounts and Lucky Boxes are here!

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Birds of a feather: One UI 7 is back to looking like iOS

Birds of a feather: One UI 7 is back to looking like iOS

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Gaming phones are awesome, but Android needs to get it together

Gaming phones are awesome, but Android needs to get it together

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Holiday gifts for Apple fans? ESR has you covered!
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Holiday gifts for Apple fans? ESR has you covered!

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Skip the lines, get the deals: Visible’s lowest plan prices are back!
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Skip the lines, get the deals: Visible’s lowest plan prices are back!

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Get 50% off on All Apps from Adobe for a full year!
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Get 50% off on All Apps from Adobe for a full year!

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How to change your virtual location (87% off Surfshark deal inside)
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How to change your virtual location (87% off Surfshark deal inside)

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iPad mini 2024 update: when AI is more important than what users actually want

iPad mini 2024 update: when AI is more important than what users actually want

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Clean office space, supreme charging power: the Baseus Nomos is here!
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Clean office space, supreme charging power: the Baseus Nomos is here!

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Peace of mind: get an amazing 2-year VPN deal with Surfshark this Black Friday!
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Peace of mind: get an amazing 2-year VPN deal with Surfshark this Black Friday!

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Torras’ excellent Ostand Spin cases now in new colors to add pop to your iPhone!
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Torras’ excellent Ostand Spin cases now in new colors to add pop to your iPhone!

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ROG Phone 9 Pro vs ROG Phone 8 Pro: wait, which is which?
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ROG Phone 9 Pro vs ROG Phone 8 Pro: wait, which is which?

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How to set up VPN on your iPhone with Surfshark
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How to set up VPN on your iPhone with Surfshark

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ROG Phone 9 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: 3 nm in the right direction
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ROG Phone 9 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: 3 nm in the right direction

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Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro review: power overwhelming
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Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro review: power overwhelming

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Cyber Monday Bluetooth speaker deals 2024: Highlights of the event

Cyber Monday Bluetooth speaker deals 2024: Highlights of the event

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FCC OKs Cingular\'s purchase of AT&T Wireless