Samsung seemingly shows interest in a credit card for the US to rival Apple
Swipe your card... digitally Samsung was rumored to have a credit card in the works for consumers in the U.S.
Android 16
OnePlus 12 gets its promised Android 16 update on schedule with Open foldable, too
Rolling out A post announced that the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open are now receiving the OxygenOS 16 update.
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Google Fi Wireless plans, deals, and prices: everything you need to know
Save with Fi! Does Google Fi Wireless support 5G? How does it work? How do I switch? Here's everything you need to know about Google's take on wireless service.
Call off the search - these are the best cheap Android phones on the market today
Affordable and awesome Want to save as much cash as possible when getting a new phone? I'm here to help you find the best cheap Android phones for all your requirements.
What is the best MVNO for Android users? We tested the top-rated prepaid carriers, and this is what we found
Go prepaid, save more! Here are the best MVNO carriers that can help you save on phone service. These come with multi-line discounts, lots of premium data, and much more.
Score up to 50% off smartphones with the best Black Friday Motorola deals of the season (so far)
Cheap Moto Black Friday is still a few weeks away, but there are already a ton of Motorola deals available NOW.
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Unleash your creativity: Google Meet adds nearly 4,000 emojis for reactions in video calls
Exciting emojis Google Meet is expanding support for emoji reactions, bringing the full power of your emoji library to your video calls.
This new API tool helps Gemini tap into your trusted data sources
File Search Tool The Gemini API is adding support for the File Search Tool, a way for developers to build with AI using known data sets for context.
Samsung's latest Good Lock update fixes Back Tap unreliability
RegiStar Samsung's Good Lock system adds niche functionality to your device, and there's an update for the RegiStar module packing key bug fixes.
Why YouTube is not working for users of Opera GX with Ad blockers
Piling on YouTube had issues, as users reported problems accessing videos in one particular browser with ad block.
Wearables
I tested the COROS PACE 4, and it's the new best cheap running watch of 2025
Paced to perfection The COROS PACE 4 is the best sub-$300 option I've found for a long-lived running watch. Here's what's new and how it performed for GPS and HR accuracy.
It's basically Black Friday already with this steep Galaxy Watch discount
Deal alert Ahead of Black Friday, the Galaxy Watch 7 is on sale for $77, which is nearly 30% off the original $229 price tag.
Final farewell: Google’s first Pixel Watch receives its last minor update
Upgrade time! Google’s original Pixel Watch has just received its final official hug.
Google's Clock app set to vanish for non-Pixel Wear OS users soon
Making a change Google stated that it is removing its Clock app from non-Pixel Wear OS devices.
Accessories
Best microSD cards for Android
Store more Expandable storage is only as good as the memory card you use to facilitate it. These are the best microSD cards you should buy for your Android device.
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 cases
Safely encased Wrap your Galaxy Z Flip 7 in something bold and protective. The best cases for Samsung's new foldable are impact-proof, affordable, and multi-functional.
Baseus' Bose-powered Inspire XP1 earbuds get spatial audio and standout sound quality, and they somehow cost only half as much as their rivals
Boost that bass The $109 Inspire XP1 earbuds may just be the best deal in this category.
Tablets
This is not a test - our favorite Fire tablet just scored a 45% discount, weeks ahead of Black Friday!
This Deal is Fire Just $55 for the best Amazon Fire tablet on the market, the HD 8.
Best E Ink tablet 2025
Take note Want the best E Ink tablet? You've come to the right place. These fabulous tablets let you read books, jot down notes, and do a whole lot more.
One of the best Fire tablets just got hit with 50% OFF ahead of Black Friday
Fire Up The Deals The latest Fire HD 10 tablet is 25% faster than the previous generation, according to Amazon.
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Need a new Chromebook? These are four of my favorites and they're already on sale ahead of Black Friday
Sweet deals Check off your holiday shopping list before you pick out a turkey.
Score up to 50% off smartphones with the best Black Friday Motorola deals of the season (so far)
Cheap Moto Black Friday is still a few weeks away, but there are already a ton of Motorola deals available NOW.
This is not a test - our favorite Fire tablet just scored a 45% discount, weeks ahead of Black Friday!
This Deal is Fire Just $55 for the best Amazon Fire tablet on the market, the HD 8.
This pint-sized 10,000mAh power bank has three USB ports, and it gets a huge discount — grab it at just $26
Charge it up INIU's P50 is a diminutive power bank that does a great job charging all your devices on the go. And right now, it's down to just $26, making it a great value.
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Shining bright With the Air 3s Pro, RayNeo is delivering what is possibly the best AR glasses around. They get much brighter at 1,200 nits, and it makes a huge difference while gaming.
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