Back when the first cell phones with touchscreens came out, people couldn’t ditch their outdated flip phones fast enough. But now, when the average American spends nearly five-and-a-half hours a day ...

It can be tough to find a good deal, especially on unlocked phones. You want something reliable that won’t cost a fortune. This year, there are some solid options out there if you know where to look.

There was a time when getting a new cellphone felt like signing a mortgage — except with worse terms. You'd walk into a carrier store, pick out a shiny new phone, and they'd practically hand it over ...

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