Nothing’s Carl Pei thinks the app era is ending — here’s what comes next
The app era is ending? Carl Pei says apps are on the way out, with AI agents set to run your phone, cutting clutter and effort.
Phones
The best Mint Mobile deals of March 2026 — 50% off wireless, 5G home internet discounts, and more
Minty savings! Mint Mobile has always been touted as an affordable alternative to the traditional wireless carrier. Here are some ways you can make that cheap plan even cheaper.
iPhone 17e vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: Simplicity or versatility?
iPhone vs. Galaxy The iPhone 17e is a basic smartphone focused on optimization and performance, while the higher-priced Galaxy S25 FE is all about versatility.
Galaxy Z TriFold might be dead, but a successor is already in the works
Already moving on Samsung is reportedly working on a successor to the Galaxy Z TriFold alongside a new foldable concept.
Getting 25W wireless charging on the Galaxy S26 Ultra is trickier than it should be
Speed with a catch Many Galaxy S26 Ultra users are seeing lower wireless charging speeds than expected.
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
The best Mint Mobile deals of March 2026 — 50% off wireless, 5G home internet discounts, and more
Minty savings! Mint Mobile has always been touted as an affordable alternative to the traditional wireless carrier. Here are some ways you can make that cheap plan even cheaper.
I'd still choose this Lenovo Chromebook over the MacBook Neo — especially when it's $100 off at Best Buy
$100 off The Lenovo Chromebook Plus is our top recommended laptop for most people, and it just scored a $100 discount at Best Buy.
Not a typo: Mint Mobile is now selling the Google Pixel 10 for only $299 — plus get 50% off a year of unlimited
That's bonkers Looking for a new phone and a new wireless carrier? Mint Mobile has a deal that will get you both for less than 500 bucks.
Forget Prime Day, Best Buy's TechFest sale is LIVE — here are the top 5 Android deals that are making Amazon look bad
Spring sale season Best Buy just kicked off a sitewide TechFest sale event, showcasing huge discounts on some of our favorite Android devices.
Apps & Software
Here's how Google plans to 'balance' a safer Android with side-loading this year
Your choice Google will keep side-loading for Android, but not without an "advanced flow" that will bring "balance" to user safety and the OS' openness.
One-off, silly questions for Gemini might be easier to make if Google's tests are positive
Temp Chat Google might change up a convenient Gemini feature that many users probably weren't using enough.
Google Labs’ Stitch is a design canvas that turns your voice into an app
Design by description Google’s Stitch lets you build app UIs from simple prompts, speeding up design fast, but it could also lead to generic, same-looking apps if everyone relies on AI too much.
A twist like no other: YouTube Shorts lets you 'Reimagine' with Gemini and Veo
Take this, but make it this YouTube Shorts has a new AI feature rolling out that's all about "reimaging" what's possible with AI.
Wearables
Solid-state cooling tech will transform wearables and XR glasses, and I got an early look
Hardwired Active cooling on wearables is about to become a reality thanks to this innovative all-silicon design.
WhatsApp, Garmin? Fenix, Forerunners users, and more can now chat away with their watches
Chatting watches Garmin taps WhatsApp, says the app will likely be the "first" and "only" of its kind for several select watches.
Your medical history is coming to Fitbit whether you're ready or not
No more fake sleep Fitbit’s finally getting smart by linking your actual medical records and fixing its lying sleep tracker.
For the full scope, Fitbit's AI health coach can now read your medical records to help
This is important Fitbit's in-depth AI health coach is taking its smarts to another level with your medical records.
Accessories
We tested all of the best wireless headphones for Android, and this is what we discovered
Top-tier audio Of the hundreds of Bluetooth headphones out there, which ones are worth putting on your ears? We've selected the best wireless headphones you can buy.
Tracfone now offers 5G Home Internet for as little as $39/month — here's the deal
AARP discount Tracfone has been providing users with affordable wireless for over two decades, and now it's entering the 5G internet arena.
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.
Tablets
I used the Xiaomi Pad 8 for a month — these four features make the half-priced iPad Air clone the best mid-range Android tablet
Just get this Xiaomi once again delivers a powerful Android tablet with an unbeatable value.
This unique tablet combines full Android power with a paper-like display and a pro-grade stylus
Budget banger Cheap Android tablets usually pack a solid punch, but only when made by name brands. The Huion Kamvas Slate 11 is a clear exception to this rule.
Less fatigue: Boox launches thin Go 10.3 (Gen 2) E-Ink tablet that's easy on the reading eyes
Turn the page Boox announced the arrival of the Go 10.3 (Gen 2) E-Ink tablet, which is a massive boon to users looking to read and work.
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Horizon Worlds is officially dead on VR. What happens now for the Meta Quest (and the Metaverse)?
AC thVRsday Meta is evolving once again, this time fully removing Horizon Worlds from the Meta Quest experience. Here's what that means for your everyday VR sessions.
I'd still choose this Lenovo Chromebook over the MacBook Neo — especially when it's $100 off at Best Buy
$100 off The Lenovo Chromebook Plus is our top recommended laptop for most people, and it just scored a $100 discount at Best Buy.
Best streaming devices
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.
