For years, the debate over teens and screens has been defined by uncertainty. Parents, teachers, doctors and policymakers have argued over whether phones and social media were truly harming young ...

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Nearly half of Americans say they are “addicted” to their cell phones, according to the 2026 Cell Phone Usage Stats Report ...

A study out of the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus has found a positive link between being mindful of ...

People are using smartphones now more than ever — but are these tools hurting us more than helping us? According to the Pew Research Center, 91% of Americans own a smartphone. While they offer ...

From the first buzz in the morning to the last ping at night, nonstop alerts are linked to more mental slips, stress and lost ...

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Beyond charging, your USB-C port is a hub for productivity. Here's how you can unlock its full potential with these 5 clever ...

Scrolling on your smartphone while on the toilet may be doing more than passing the time. A new study has found it could raise your risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%, thanks to the extra minutes spent ...

A Ukrainian soldier talks with his wife via smartphone. Phone use is universal on both sides, and not just for keeping in touch with family. This week Russia’s parliament, the Duma, proposed a new law ...