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Best Verizon MVNO carriers: our top picks
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Verizon coverage for less! With one of these best Verizon MVNO carriers, you can get Big Red's network coverage, lots of high-speed data, and more, at fairly reasonable prices.

Best smartwatches that can measure blood oxygen saturation levels 2025
By Michael L Hicks last updated
SPO2 monitor If you want a watch that measures your blood oxygen saturation levels with plenty of other great perks, these are the best ones you can buy right now.

The best smartwatch for women 2025
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Petite watches There are plenty of watches that blend function, fashion, and comfort. With that in mind, we have a great selection of the best smartwatches for women.

I've tested over 50 Chromebooks, and these are the devices you should buy in 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
(Chrome)book smart Chromebooks are great for just about any use, whether you want them for a home office or school work. These are the best Chromebooks out right now.

Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases 2025
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Ultra levels of protection Check out all the best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases, available in unique designs and versatile pricing.

We tested the best Android phones for students, and these are the top 6 picks you should consider
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
value pick Power through your course load this year with a new phone that stays in line with your student budget. Here are our picks for the best Android phones for anyone going back to school.

What's the best cheap tablet for Android in 2025? I tested over 50 devices and here are my results
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Bargain tablets Whether you want a tablet for media consumption or one with some extra "smarts," there's something for everyone. These are our favorite cheap Android tablets.

I write about wireless carriers for a living, and these are the cheap data plans that I'd recommend in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Affordable data! Here are some of the finest cheap data plans you can get, from both prepaid and mainstream carriers. These plans include data, 5G access, and more.

These are the best smart home devices of 2025, according to our team of experts
By Patrick Farmer, Samuel Contreras last updated
Living in the future There has never been a better time to build your smart home ecosystem than today. Choose from a wide variety of products and multi-platform compatibility to make your home smarter in a jiffy.
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