Nothing's Essential Space update puts the info that matters to you front and center
Essential Nothing's Essential Space got a major upgrade for all of its latest phones.
Phones
This Galaxy S26 feature is so powerful I might skip carrying a laptop
DeX goes serious Samsung DeX on the Galaxy S26 adds powerful multitasking, allowing up to 20 apps across multiple windows for a true desktop-like experience.
The Pixel 10 Pro finally solved my biggest privacy concern with this one feature
Well-kept secret Some secrets are better left untouched, buried within the digital private spaces of our Pixels.
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra 2025: Depends on your folding preference
Versus The Motorola Razr Fold marks the company's debut into book-style folding phones. But the Razr Ultra 2025 is now a better value-flagship offering after the price cut.
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.
Android 16
The Pixel 10 Pro finally solved my biggest privacy concern with this one feature
Well-kept secret Some secrets are better left untouched, buried within the digital private spaces of our Pixels.
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Deals
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.
These unique clip-on earbuds from Anker just scored a 35% discount — but it may not last long
Open your ears Open-ear for optimal comfort; plus a sleek design.
Verizon has extended the deal that gets you a FREE Galaxy S26 Plus, but you're running out of time
S26 savings The preorder period is over, but one of the best Galaxy S26 deals is still going strong.
Apps & Software
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.
I kept deleting chats by accident, and Google Messages just fixed it
No more instant regret Google Messages is rolling out a Trash folder that keeps deleted chats for 30 days, giving users a simple way to recover conversations.
YouTube just approved 30-second unskippable ads for TV
This might be it YouTube may be the biggest streamer, but this move risks testing viewers' patience.
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
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.
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.
With the Deco BE65 Pro, I finally found a mesh Wi-Fi 7 router that I like
Hardwired TP-Link's Deco BE65 Pro is a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router system that's actually great to use. With extensive configurability and an elegant design, this is a good upgrade if you want a new router.
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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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.
This huge 75-inch Toshiba Fire TV is only $429.99 at Best Buy today
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Samsung exec talks smart glasses, and gives us a small glimpse of what to expect
Eye see you A Samsung exec got candid about its smart glasses, delivering information about a key feature.
I've finally completed my quest to transform my Samsung Galaxy XR into a bona fide Steam Frame, and it only took one free app to do it
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