All to your liking: Spotify's 'Taste Profile' beta puts you in charge of the music you find
Your taste Your musical tastes can change, and Spotify is giving you the keys to drive that ship wherever it might lead you with this beta.
Phones
This is the POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition
Power POCO just released the X8 Pro Iron Man Edition, and I used the phone ahead of launch to see if it's as good as last year's model.
OPPO Find N6 review: The next step in foldable evolution
Finding greatness With a fully creaseless panel, the OPPO Find N6 is the next evolution in foldable tech.
The more I use the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, the more it feels like an affordable Galaxy S26 Ultra
Galaxy S26 Ultra for less Tenco's latest Camon 50 Ultra focuses on performance and AI, offering tons of features and a solid software experience for less than a typical flagship.
Galaxy S26 Ultra display review: Privacy at the cost of everything else
Shining star The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with one of the most unique smartphone displays we've ever seen, but that also comes with unique problems.
Android 16
The Fairphone 6 is getting Android 16 earlier than expected
Jumping the line Fairphone is rolling out Android 16 to the Fairphone 6 today, bringing smarter notifications, stronger scam protections, and handy upgrades.
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Deals
Amazon just announced another Prime Day, and it starts next week — FAQ, early deals, and everything you need to know about the Big Spring Sale
Here we go again Amazon's Big Spring Sale event returns on March 25th. Here's what you need to know.
Mint Mobile just quietly dropped one of the best Galaxy S26 deals I've seen yet — over 40% off the phone, heavily discounted wireless
Finally Mint Mobile finally got the Galaxy S26 series in stock, and its deal on the phones is truly remarkable.
Metro by T-Mobile launches deal that gets you six months of unlimited wireless for only $120
Huge savings Metro by T-Mobile just launched one of the best wireless deals I've seen all year.
Our favorite workout earbuds just scored $50 OFF at Best Buy — plus a $30 gift card for members
Earbuds for Working Out The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds are perfect for runners, cyclists, and other exercise-heads.
Apps & Software
Android 17: Everything you need to know
What's next Android 17 is now available, and while the initial beta build doesn't really have much to offer, that will change over the coming weeks. This is what you need to know about Android 17.
Instagram says your chat privacy is going away, as its encryption vanishes soon
Bye-bye Instagram confirmed that it will no longer protect user chats with a strong encryption layer, leaving their privacy exposed.
Google just gave Gemini the power to control apps on the Galaxy S26
Gemini takes control Google Gemini can now control apps on the Galaxy S26 to complete multi-step tasks.
'Immersive Navigation' in Google Maps is like opening a new app for the modern era of driving
It's just like new Google Maps announced its largest update in a decade, as it completely reworks the driving experience with Immersive Navigation.
Wearables
Best GPS smartwatches and fitness trackers 2026
Accurate positioning We have rounded up the best GPS watches with all-systems or dual-frequency satellite data and fitness trackers with built-in GPS.
Oura acquires Doublepoint, speculation goes wild with gesture control dreams
Control with movements Oura announced that it has acquired Doublepoint, and it seems to point toward a future of smart ring gesture controls.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 has soared to its lowest price EVER recorded at Amazon - even smashing Black Friday's price drop
Best of Gemini If you've been waiting for the right time to buy the Google Pixel Watch 4, this is it.
Pixel Watch users put the brakes on Google's March update with SpO2 issues
Issues afoot Pixel Watch users reported problems with a couple of features after the March update.
Accessories
These three features make the Shargeek 300 the definitive 24,000mAh power bank — it's so good I retired my UGREEN power bank
Charge anything With two USB-C ports able to go up to 140W at the same time, the Shargeek 300 is a power bank like no other.
These are the absolute best Samsung earbuds for any Android phone user
Best buds Samsung's earbuds are a great companion for its Galaxy phones, but there's a lot to consider to get the right set.
Best wireless earbuds for noise cancellation
No noise! There are many choices out there when it comes to getting the best wireless earbuds with noise cancellation. Here are some of the best options.
Tablets
OnePlus has a new tablet on the way: this is what the leaks are saying about it
Here comes the new stuff OnePlus might have a new tablet on the way this year, and the rumors are already talking about its specifications.
'Send to Alexa' to let the AI help you through messy, scatterbrain notes on Kindle Scribe
Write on Amazon introduced a new Alexa Plus feature that its Kindle Scribe users can take advantage of.
Best E Ink tablet
Take note The Best E Ink tablet is the ultimate e-reader with all the bells and whistles one could ask for. You can do a lot more than just read on these tablets.
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Plug and stream Whether you're looking for simplicity, ease of use, or 4K HDR streaming, there are tons of options. These are the best streaming devices of them all.
Amazon just announced another Prime Day, and it starts next week — FAQ, early deals, and everything you need to know about the Big Spring Sale
Here we go again Amazon's Big Spring Sale event returns on March 25th. Here's what you need to know.
'Verts on Disney Plus' want you swiping all day to find the next big thing to watch
Verts! Disney Plus announced "Verts," its solution to driving more user engagement with short-form videos about shows and movies, with more to come.
This is the best spy game I've played since GoldenEye 007, and everyone is sleeping on it
AC thVRsday Unseen Diplomacy 2 is the most unique and probably full-fledged spy game I've ever played, and its $16 price tag makes it even more attractive.
