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Allison Johnson

Allison Johnson

Allison is a senior reviewer covering smartphones and wireless carriers for The Verge. Previously, she wrote about digital cameras and mobile photography at DPReview. She’s a small phone enthusiast, home barista in training, and a roller derby retiree. You can find her on Threads most hours of the day at @allisonjo1.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: show off

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The Ultra returns to form with an innovative display.

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The iPhone 17E is good, but you probably shouldn’t buy it

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If you have the means, then another $200 for an iPhone 17 is well worth it.

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Hang on, my cat is calling.

I got a look at a device called PetPhone, which promises two-way connectivity to your pet no matter where you are. The device clips to a collar and includes speakers so your pet can hear your voice when you’re away. The kicker? GlocalMe, the company behind PetPhone, says your pet can call you.

You just have to train them to jump in the air three times in six seconds. Which means your dog could… butt dial you by jumping around too much? I have questions.

Oh great, here comes 6G

We could be in for some wild stuff come 2030. But is this the 5G hype industrial complex all over again?

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