OpenAI says yes to ads, testing begins soon as cheaper 'ChatGPT Go' tier debuts
Go! OpenAI announced a cheaper ChatGPT tier for users in the U.S., alongside confirmation of ads headed to the AI.
Phones
Our favorite cheap Pixel just scored another $100 OFF at Amazon
Phone Deals The Google Pixel 9a boasts excellent battery life, flagship-level cameras, and more
The next battery tech breakthrough is coming. Here's what you need to know about solid-state batteries.
Solid-state batteries promise to be safer, more powerful, and last longer. Sign me up.
Problem Solved? Leak says the Pixel 11 Pro Fold's battery repairability could step it up
There's hope Foldable repairability is always a headache, but a recent report claimed that Google could have a new design to make one aspect easier.
Google Pixel 10a price leak hints at a rare Google price cut
The numbers game The Pixel 10a could launch early at a lower price, purportedly by reusing last year’s hardware to deliver solid value under $500.
Android 16
This Android 16 protection feature looks like it's ready to help you with 'Intrusions'
Keep Tabs Another leak surfaced, offering alleged details about an Android 16 feature to help users manage device intrusions.
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Deals
Our favorite cheap Pixel just scored another $100 OFF at Amazon
Phone Deals The Google Pixel 9a boasts excellent battery life, flagship-level cameras, and more
Rad! Amazon just slashed 20% OFF of one of our favorite smart rings
Ring Me Up The RingConn Gen 2 boasts a long-lasting battery, sleep apnea tracking, and more.
Our favorite Samsung Chromebook never lost its $250 Black Friday discount at Best Buy
Laptop Deals These Samsung laptops are thin, lightweight, and powerful.
Sick of Verizon? Mint Mobile will give you a full year of T-Mobile-powered Unlimited for only $15 per month
Get Minty Mint Mobile is ushering in the new year by carving 50% off its Unlimited plan. New users only!
Apps & Software
I tried Google's CC productivity agent in Workspace, and it's the personal assistant I can't afford
Google CC Google's CC is an experimental productivity agent covering Gmail, Drive, and Calendar, and it's easy to see how this could make AI mainstream.
X Faces major outage as 78K users report disruption this morning
X is down again X faces a significant outage affecting app and website access, with over 78,000 reports.
This Android 16 protection feature looks like it's ready to help you with 'Intrusions'
Keep Tabs Another leak surfaced, offering alleged details about an Android 16 feature to help users manage device intrusions.
Meta plans to double production of Ray-Ban smart glasses to meet soaring demand
Sky rocketing demand Meta is set to escalate production of its popular Ray-Ban smart glasses to nearly 20 million units this year, responding to soaring demand.
Wearables
Pixel Watch might finally save you from forgetting your phone again
Pixel Watch to the rescue Google is working on a Pixel Watch feature that alerts users when they leave their phone behind.
Rad! Amazon just slashed 20% OFF of one of our favorite smart rings
Ring Me Up The RingConn Gen 2 boasts a long-lasting battery, sleep apnea tracking, and more.
Xreal takes legal battle with Viture to the US over patent infringement claims
An all-out brawl Xreal filed suit against Viture in Germany back in December, and now the company is taking the fight to another country in which it holds patents.
Tech brands think AI is ready to 'know everything about you.' Is that what we want?
Wearables Weekly CES 2026 was crammed with AI rings, pins, necklaces, glasses, and other wearables designed to monitor and analyze your entire life. Is this the future we want?
Accessories
Every smart home brand should be watching how Bose is sunsetting SoundTouch speakers
Good one, Bose Bose is shutting down the framework that powers SoundTouch smart speakers. But in a consumer-friendly move, it's open sourcing the software behind them.
I put a Bluetooth sleep speaker under my pillow — here's how it went
Peace pillow speaker Like listening to music while sleeping, but hate the feeling of earbuds in your ears against a pillow? This portable pillow speaker might be for you.
Best Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 bands
New connectors The best Galaxy Watch 8 bands are nothing like Galaxy Watch straps of the past. Gone are the quick-release connectors, replaced with dynamic lugs instead.
Tablets
Best Android tablets for kids
Kids Love Them! Want to get your little one(s) comfortable with technology the right way? Here are some of the best Android tablets for kids you can check out.
Amazon just chopped 20% OFF the price of our favorite color Kindle e-reader - but you better act fast
Unlock Reading in Color Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft is currently $50 off, if you need a color e-reader without ads.
Best Android gaming tablets
Game on A stalwart gaming tablet with plenty of power is the best medium for experiencing Android games. These are the best Android games that fit the bill.
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The best Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories to buy in 2025
Make it better We run through the Elite Straps, facial interfaces, Link cables, cases, battery packs, and other Meta Quest 3 & 3S accessories that you'll want with your new headset.
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Flat Horizon Reality Labs is reportedly seeing a 10% staff cut, mainly targeting VR development.
