Made by Google 2026 Launch Live: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, Gemini, and all the news
Live Google is going to launch a bunch of new devices next week, and Android Central is live blogging the event and everything leading up to it!
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Phones
Should you wait for the Google Pixel 11? Here's everything you should consider and how I'd spend my money
Decisions, decisions Google is gearing up to launch new Pixel 11 phones, but the Pixel 10 won't be going away anytime soon. Should you wait for the new model or buy now?
Does an 'Elite' chip really matter? I put two Android flagships to the test to find out
Benchmark battle Motorola's flagship foldables use different chips — the smaller Razr Ultra 2026 has an Elite processor, while the larger Razr Fold has a base chip. Which is best?
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals — trade-in discounts, free gift cards, and more
Flip out The Galaxy Z Flip 8 has finally hit store shelves, and I'm hard at work tracking down the best deals from across the web.
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Apple's rumored iPhone 18 anti-theft feature is already on Android, and you should enable it ASAP
Swipe before it gets swiped Apple is rumored to be copying Google's powerful anti-theft protection for the iPhone 18 and iOS 27, and Android users can already take advantage of those great features.
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Deals
The preorder period is over, but T-Mobile will still give you a FREE Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 if you follow these steps
No trade-in required! The Galaxy Watch 9 is here, and this T-Mobile deal will give you one for free.
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals — trade-in discounts, free gift cards, and more
Flip out The Galaxy Z Flip 8 has finally hit store shelves, and I'm hard at work tracking down the best deals from across the web.
I tested 5 of the best Chromebooks for students, and this is the one I'd buy during Best Buy's Back to School sale
Let's go, Lenovo Need a new Chromebook for class? I re-tested the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, and with a $220 discount, it's an absolute steal.
Apps & Software
My Hydrangeas were dying, and it took a 20-minute Gemini conversation to fix them. This is how I used AI to help bring my flowers back to life
Gemini+garden I took all of 20 minutes to chat with Gemini to figure out how to save my Hygrandeas. Here's how I did it all step by step.
This app let me turn my phone into a mouse for my PC, and it was ridiculously easy
In a pinch Looking to use your phone as a mouse on your laptop or desktop computer? I use this incredibly useful app to make this happen in a jiffy.
I can't get the Pixel's Now Playing feature on my Android phone, but one of my long-time favorite apps gets the job done
Shazam! No Now Playing? No problem. Just download this nearly 20-year-old app!
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 is here, and Pixel users get a much-needed audio fix
Pixel audio redeemed Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 finally fixes the Pixel audio bug that plagued testers for months, making the preview far more usable as Google gears up for the stable September release.
Wearables
The preorder period is over, but T-Mobile will still give you a FREE Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 if you follow these steps
No trade-in required! The Galaxy Watch 9 is here, and this T-Mobile deal will give you one for free.
I ranked the TOP 6 best smartwatches for students of all ages in 2026
Student-friendly Need a portable calendar, workout tracker for your club, or a way to stay atop messages without disrupting class? These smartwatches may help you.
The best cheap Android smartwatch of 2026
Affordable wearables Looking for a cheap, reliable Android watch? These are our suggestions, from affordable Wear OS models to low-priced fitness watches from Garmin and Fitbit.
A 'Nothing Watch' has been alleged, and I really don't know if I'm excited or not
Watch 1? Early rumors claim Nothing is working on its first smartwatch for its mainline of devices outside of the CMF budget series.
Accessories
I took the best Bose and Sony earbuds to 3 noisy places to see which cancel out the most noise
Awesome ANC I put Bose's QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) and Sony's WF-1000XM6 earbuds through three tests to figure out which is better at active noise cancelation.
Can you use Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cases on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra?
Reusable or nah? Wondering about the reusability of your Galaxy Z Fold 7 cases? This is what you need to know when considering using old cases on your Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
The best NAS for Plex
The best for Plex I tested all NAS systems available in 2026, and these are the best Plex NAS servers around.
Tablets
I tested the best Android tablets for students in 2026, and these are my TOP 8 picks
Education tools Getting the school year started can be a little intimidating, but the best tablets for students can help ease this process more successfully.
What's the best cheap tablet for Android in 2026? I tested over 50 devices and here are my results
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.
Back to school already? I've been testing ePaper notebooks all week so you can start the year off right
Android Central Labs I've been using the TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER and Boox Go 10.3 Gen II for weeks to find out which note-taking tablet is best, and just in time for back-to-school season.
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I tested 5 of the best Chromebooks for students, and this is the one I'd buy during Best Buy's Back to School sale
Let's go, Lenovo Need a new Chromebook for class? I re-tested the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, and with a $220 discount, it's an absolute steal.
Best Chromebooks for students
For the classroom! Check out some of the best Chromebooks for students. These include options for elementary schoolkids, those just starting college, and everyone else.
Back to School season is upon us, and this class-ready Lenovo Chromebook is now cheaper than ever with 17% OFF at Amazon
Slim & Sleek The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 boasts a 14-inch touchscreen and a nice, modern design.
Best Buy kicked off its annual Back to School sale, and it's better than ever — see my TOP 20+ deals for students of all ages
Learnin' time I picked out the best Android deals from Best Buy's Back to School sale so you don't have to go searching.
