It doesn’t take a lot of work to keep copies of your phone’s photos, videos and other files stashed securely in case of an emergency. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer writes the monthly Tech Tip ...

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

While that message has been spread on social media, researchers are just beginning to understand how the devices affect the mind Amber X. Chen - AAAS Mass Media Fellow Research on how smartphone use ...

From landlines to cell phones to smartphones, new data proves that smartphones are the preferred method of communication among people of all ages. In 2023, an estimated 92% of Americans owned a ...

Adolescents who use smartphones for more than 4 hours per day may be at higher risk of adverse mental health outcomes, a study has suggested. The research, published in the journal PLOS ONE, analyzed ...

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, help is available. Dial or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free and confidential support. Parents should avoid ...