Articles by Jeramy Johnson

While there is no shortage of standout features on the Samsung Galaxy S21, the feature that is in your face all the time is its gorgeous screen. Presumably, you’ve decided to pick up a great case to protect the phone from accidental drops or falls, but have you thought about how you’re going to keep the front of the phone free of scratches, knicks, and cracks? Take a look at this roundup of the best Samsung Galaxy S21 screen protectors so that your smartphone stays stunning for months and years to come.

Durable and dependable

Invisible Shield GlassFusion+ Screen Protector

Staff pick

The GlassFusion+ is a hybrid glass solution that covers the screen of your Samsung Galaxy S21 with military strength protection that is nearly unbreakable. It looks and feels like the glass on your screen and delivers clear viewing and fingerprint sensor sensitivity.

$40 at Best Buy

Easy appllication

Supershieldz Screen Protector (3-Pack)

At 9H hardness and nearly total clarity, you stil…

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is clearly the top dog in the S21 series. It’s the biggest, fastest, and best-equipped Galaxy you can buy. If you’re going to spend top dollar on a top phone, then you probably want to do everything you can to protect your purchase. Following is a roundup of the best heavy-duty cases to cover your Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. Whether you prefer to wrap your S21 Ultra up like RoboCop or let some of its personality shine through, we’ve got a tough case to match your tough phone.

Speck-tacular

Speck Presidio2 Grip Case

Staff Pick

Smartphone buyers have loved Speck cases for years, and one of the company’s most popular offerings is the Presidio line. We love it because it’s thin yet still very durable, offering protection from drops of up to 13 feet. Best of all, it discourages bacterial growth with Microban technology, and yet it’s still easy to hold onto thanks to the groves on the back and sides.

$35 at Amazon (Blue)
$45 at Amazon (Black)
$36 at Amaz…

The Galaxy S21+ is in the sweet spot in Samsung’s new lineup of flagship smartphones. As nice as the device is, though, if you want to keep it looking sweet, you’re going to need a protective case. Here are the best heavy-duty cases that we could find for the Samsung Galaxy S21+. Which one is going to grace your Galaxy S21+?

Best in class

ArmadilloTek Vanguard

Staff Pick

It seems that we always have an ArmadilloTek case on our roundups these days, and that’s for a good reason — the case manufacturer knows how to protect your smartphone. The Vanguard series is rated for twice the military drop-test standards, but it’s thin enough to allow for wireless charging and NFC payments. Plus, it comes with a built-in kickstand. In addition to the matte black version, you can also find a bright, vibrant orange option.

From $19 at Amazon

First-party strong

Samsung Rugged Protective Case

If you like your industrial cases from the first-party manufacturer, you might want to con…

We’re big proponents of slapping a case on your smartphone in order to protect it, but some cases just aren’t up to snuff. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best heavy-duty cases for the Samsung Galaxy S21 so you can keep your flagship safe and protected from the elements and your own clumsiness.

Thick skinned

ArmadilloTek Vanguard Case

Staff Pick

The ArmadilloTek Vanguard series has earned a reputation for providing maximum protection to your smartphone. Its dual-layered system is MIL-STE 810G-certified to withstand drops up to 20 feet, and its industrial design will scare off even the most stubborn scratches. Even though it’s a bit thick, you can still take advantage of wireless charging and NFC payments with it on. Plus, it features a built-in kickstand so that you can prop it up and enjoy content without having to hold it in your hands.

From $19 at Amazon

In Denali

Gear4 Denali Case

The Gear4 Denali features reinforced D30 material for enhanced durability …

We’ve rounded up the best Samsung Galaxy S21+ cases that we could find because we know how important it is to keep your prized and expensive new smartphone safe and protected for its entire lifetime. Some of these cases offer maximum protection, while others showcase that incredible Samsung style. When looking for a case from this list, consider the form factor, color, and thickness that works best for you.

A pleasure to hold

Caseology Parallax Case

Staff Pick

It’s not often that you find one of the best-looking, most-protective cases by a major brand at this price point, but that’s exactly what you get with the Caseology Parallax. Available in Ash Gray, Indi Pink, Matte Black, and Purple-ish, this case blends in seamlessly with your S21+. The back’s textured pattern is both visually appealing and grippable, and the case provides military-grade drop protection.

$17 at Amazon
$20 at Walmart

First-party texture

Samsung Kvadrat Cover Case

Samsung has been on a sustaina…

The best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases will not only keep your new smartphone protected, but they’ll keep it looking as stylish as you are. Whether you prefer a clear case, a flip case, something colorful, or something rugged, with a phone as popular as the Galaxy 21, you have options. Here are some of the best Galaxy S21 cases we’ve found so far. The best part of all is that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to keep your Galaxy S21 looking great for the long-term!

Tough and textured

Caseology Parallax Case

Staff Pick

The Caseology Parallax line is one of our favorite cases. It is affordable, stylish, protective, and a pleasure to hold. Plus, it comes in several interesting colors, including Matte Black, Ash Gray, Pink, and our favorite — Purple-ish.

$17 at Amazon
$20 at Walmart

Low key case

Spigen Liquid Air Armor Case

The Spigen Liquid Air Armor case is low-key one of our all-time favorite smartphone cases. It is thin and low profile while securely protecting yo…

Big and bold

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 (45mm)

From $329 at Amazon

Pros

Bright, beautiful 1.4-inch SUPER AMOLED display
Two-plus hour battery life
Samsung Pay
New running and sleep features
Built-in GPS and LTE options available

Cons

May be too big for smaller wrists
Slightly heavier than 41mm model

The biggest and baddest of Samsung’s latest and greatest smartwatch is just the right size for larger wrists. It comes in slightly larger than the popular Galaxy Watch Active 2. It packs in a host of new fitness, health, and lifestyle features in several finishes and colors.

A tinier timepiece

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 (41mm)

From $299 at Amazon

Pros

Bright, beautiful 1.2-inch SUPER AMOLED display
Samsung Pay
New running and sleep features
Built-in GPS and LTE options available

Cons

Smaller battery than 45mm model
Might be too small
No titanium option

If you have a smaller wrist or are put off by bulky watches, then this is a perfect compromise size for you. You …

One of the great things about the best messaging apps is that you can customize and craft them to look just the way you want them. It’s true of Signal, it’s true of WhatsApp, and of course, it’s true of Telegram. We’ll show you just how easy it is to change your theme, backgrounds, and chat settings on Telegram so that your messaging experience is as colorful as you are.

How to change your theme and chat settings on Telegram

Open the Telegram app on your phone.
Tap on the menu icon in the top left corner.
Tap on Settings.
Tap on Chat Settings. From here, you can customize nearly every design feature of your chats, including text size and bubble shape, and color.

Tap on Change Chat Background.
Scroll through the available Chat Background options. You can upload your own Chat Background by tapping on Select from Gallery, or just choose to Set a color.

Select your favorite background.
Tap on Blurred or Motion to change the effect of your Chat Background.
Tap Set Background to co…

If you are one of the millions of new converts to the private messaging app Signal, then welcome! We are thrilled that such a privacy-centric app exists on both iOS and Android users (as well as Mac, Windows, and Linux). While Signal has always been secure and end-to-end encrypted, it hasn’t always been the most fun-looking or customizable app, nor has it had as many personalization features. Thankfully, these features are finally starting to roll out to users, including one of our favorites — stickers! We’ll show you how to add and use stickers in your Signal chats. Let’s get started.

How to add and use stickers in the Signal messaging app

Open the Signal app.
Tap on a message thread or start a new message.
Tap on the sticker icon in the Signal message composer.

Choose from your installed sticker packs, or tap the + icon to add more stickers.
Pick which sticker you like and tap on it.
Tap the blue send arrow to send the sticker to your contact.

Signal has built its privac…

One of our favorite Android features is the personalized news and information made readily available with just a swipe from the Google Discover feed. Most phones that we’re aware of on Android 11 already either allow you to switch to the Google Discover feed or have that set as the default. However, some manufacturers (cough cough, Samsung) have previously made such a switch difficult or impossible, instead only offering the option to use their proprietary news and media feeds. Thankfully, with One UI 3.1 and higher, Galaxy phone owners can quickly and easily decide which solution is right for them. We’ll show you how to switch from Samsung Free to the Google Discover feed on your Galaxy S21 phone.

How to switch from Samsung Free to the Google Discover feed on your Galaxy S21 phone

Press down firmly on your device’s home screen to bring up the customization options.
Swipe right to get to the – 1 screen where the feeds live.
Make sure the switch at the top is toggled On to blue.
Ta…