The Indian government's plan requiring smartphone makers to share source code as part of a raft of new security measures has drawn criticism from privacy advocates and technology experts over fears of heightened surveillance.

According to new data from tech market research firm Counterpoint, Apple was the world's number one smartphone maker in 2025, with a 20 percent market share. Samsung had a 19 percent market share, followed by Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo, with a 13, 8, and 8 percent market share, respectively.

The top Chinese smartphones are innovation-packed specs beasts, but it’s not always a good idea to import from the East.

India proposes requiring smartphone makers to share source code with the government and make several software changes as part of a raft of security measures, prompting behind-the-scenes opposition from giants like Apple and Samsung.

Today, most Americans subscribe to home broadband internet and own a smartphone, while about four-in-ten say they're online almost constantly.

For today’s kids and teens, a cell phone offers a world of connection and information, often feeling like a gateway to limitless freedom, but this powerful tool comes with immense responsibility.