A smartphone is essentially a tiny computer in your pocket. A dumb phone lacks the apps and features that smartphones have.

This story was originally published on August 8, 2024, and has been updated. Your smartphone is designed to suck you in. You might pick it up to quickly check the weather, only to find yourself an ...

HMD has introduced another trio of basic phones, shortly after unveiling a similar set of 4G models. CEO Jean-Francois Baril ...

Are you looking at buying a flip phone? Whether you’re downgrading, upgrading, or trying to help get a relative connected, today, we’ve got some awesome flip phones that we can’t wait to share with ...

The good: Well made; offers agreeable performance; functional features. The bad: Doesn't record video; photo quality is unremarkable; speakerphone quality is a bit distorted. The price: $10 The bottom ...

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – For seniors who only want a simple basic cell phone for emergency purposes and occasional calls, there are a number of super cheap plans available from small wireless providers ...

Unlike the smartphone division, the basic-phone business is profitable and unit sales are increasing. Nokia's cheaper phones outsold its smartphones 7-to-1 last quarter and, at 2.29 billion ($2.86 ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Imagine a world where your entire digital universe fits snugly in your pocket, a world where connectivity, entertainment, and ...