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Social media, overprotectiveness hinder children's mental growth, researcher says

NYU psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that a global teen mental health crisis stems from overprotective parenting and the rise of smartphones; he warns that children lose vital play experiences, face mounting anxiety and depression, and risk entering adulthood unprepared

Nirit Tzuk | 08.24.25

Galaxy Z Flip 7 review: Samsung’s foldable finally grows up

The smaller Flip draws less attention than the Fold, but upgrades like a full cover screen, powerful AI chip and all-day battery make it a foldable Galaxy S25 — for those willing to pay; So why haven’t foldables gone mainstream?

Israel Wullman | 08.23.25

Samsung Galaxy Fold 7: The foldable that finally gets it right

After years of hype and half-measures, Samsung’s new foldable is the first to feel complete, blending sleek design, strong performance and true multitasking in a device that finally delivers on the format’s promise and price

Raphael Kahan‏ | 07.31.25

More than addiction: How screens and social media reshape our minds

Israeli expert warns digital overload in childhood rewires the brain; screen-induced attention loss, emotional gaps and physical decline linked to early device exposure

Daniela Ginzburg | 06.08.25

Anyone can call Trump's iPhone—and he might just pick up

With a widely known phone number and a penchant for answering calls from strangers, Donald Trump has turned presidential communication into an open line; advisers and security officials remain alarmed by the potential risks of his overly casual approach

Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 06.03.25

Two-week smartphone internet block unlocks health benefits, study finds

New study demonstrates that temporarily blocking smartphone internet access for two weeks significantly enhances sustained attention, mental health and overall well-being

Dr. Shirley Hersko | 05.20.25

Senior editor alleges police confiscated his phone without warrant

Zvika Klein, who was investigated in the Qatargate affair, alleges that his phone was taken and has not yet been returned to him; 'in what democratic country do they take a journalist’s phone — an editor’s phone, containing protected sources — without a judge’s warrant and don’t return it?!"

Ran Boker | 04.20.25

This Passover liberate yourself from 'digital slavery'

Pervasive use of smartphones and other devices leads to dangerous cycle of addiction, with average person checking their phone 150 times a day; this constant disruption not only stifles creativity but also makes it harder to engage in meaningful activities

Chava Treitel | 04.18.25

With Trump tariffs incoming, phones, laptops, earphones about to get much more expensive

Apple expected to be hit hardest by new duties among tech giants, but Google, Meta and Microsoft also face significant losses—even before any retaliatory levies are imposed on their products

Israel Wullman | 04.07.25

Mid-range smartphones are being unceremoniously pushed out the door

Goldman Sachs predicts mid-range smartphones will see a sharp decline, dropping to 23% market share by 2027; Premium devices dominate growth, while budget phones remain steady, leaving little room for mid-rangers in an ultra competitive marketplace

Raphael Kahan | 01.04.25

Can your smartphones warn you of impending forest fires?

Tel Aviv University researchers find smartphones can collect weather data to predict fire risks; using sensors for temperature and humidity, they develop method to assess fire danger, turning public data into valuable early warnings for extreme conditions

Ynet correspondents | 11.18.24

Foreign hacktivists pretend to be Home Front Command to infiltrate Israeli phones

A pro-Palestinian hacktivist group, originating from Iran, has been able to send SMS messages en masse to thousands of Israelis, often pretending to be messages from Home Front Command; Experts say installing anything or clicking on the wrong link from these messages could insert spyware onto someone's phone, making the person easier to track

Raphael Kahan | 10.29.24

IDF soldiers took their smartphones into Lebanon, making it easier for Hezbollah to track them

They violated protocol by taking their personal cellphones into enemy territory, where they took photos and videos and posted them online; The IDF has thus far settled for verbal warnings; Hezbollah has Iranian technology allowing them to use the phones to pinpoint troops exact location

Yoav Zitun | 10.10.24

As war also rages online, are children safe in the Cyber space?

Fake messages on smartphones by those impersonating Israeli officials or legitimate merchants are rampant in this time of constant conflict; While adults are mostly well-versed in spotting fallacious messages, this might not be the case for children, and there are some guidelines on how to keep them vigilant as well

Daniela Ginzburg | 09.21.24

Huawei unfolds a first ever tri-fold smartphone

Announcement comes just hours after Apple’s somewhat underwhelming iPhone 16 reveal—a move that seemed like a deliberate jab at Western tech companies, particularly the US government

Raphael Kahan | 09.11.24

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