Nvidia's decade-old Shield TV just picked up a new software update
Still getting love Nvidia's latest Shield Experience 9.2.2 update adds stability and quality-of-life improvements to its TV box.
Android 16
The first Android laptops are borrowing something from the Microsoft Surface Pro 11
Progress is good It was recently discovered that Qualcomm has added Android 16 support to the Snapdragon X Elite processor. This is a massive step forward as we near the release of the first Android-powered laptops.
Phones
Best dumbphone 2025
Keep it simple Take some downtime from the internet with the help of a good old dumbphone. These feature phones nail the basics, and they're super easy to use, making them perfect for just about anyone.
Black Friday comes early for Verizon users - see all the best deals of November 2025
Deals Whether you're trading in an old device or adding a new line, you can save loads of money with the Verizon phone deals found in this guide.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite vs. Moto G Power 2025: Budget battle
Battle of the budget phones The Nothing Phone 3a Lite vs. Moto G Power 2025 is a battle of the budget phones you don't want to miss, each with its own advantages over the other.
Mint Mobile's Black Friday sale includes 50% OFF all Unlimited plans - I'm not joking
Unbelievable! Looking for a new phone plan this holiday season? Mint Mobile's Black Friday deal will give you a full year of the Unlimited plan for only $15 per month.
I used a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered gaming phone, and I'm convinced Qualcomm has the fastest mobile chipset — there's just one glaring issue
Hardwired I tested the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and it is the fastest mobile platform available today. There's just one issue — it tends to overheat quite a bit.
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Facing trouble logging into X? You're not alone — here’s the scoop!
Partial outage Some users on X are unable to access its feed or log in.
How to easily claim your $20 YouTube TV credit amid the continued Disney blackout
Don't miss your $20 YouTube TV is compensating users with $20 credits following the Disney channel dispute.
Google Drive’s new AI audio summaries make PDFs effortless
PDFs become podcasts Google Drive now lets you listen to your PDFs with AI-powered audio summaries.
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3 finally fixes annoying Pixel lock-screen bug
FTFY The new Android 16 QPR2 beta zeroes in on a major lock-screen issue.
Wearables
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic LTE hit an all-time low, but is the Pixel Watch 4 LTE a better fit?
Early BF deals You can basically get the Classic LTE upgrade for the same price as the Bluetooth model on Amazon, making it cheaper than the Pixel Watch 4 45mm LTE.
Even Realities’ new smart glasses and ring aim to make everyday tech less distracting
New quiet tech duo Even Realities wants tech to disappear, and its new G2 glasses might just help the company achieve that.
Garmin's work on a crown feels inevitable, but it's bound to annoy its biggest fans, and there's only one way I think it could work
Crown vs. buttons Garmin is allegedly developing a Hall effect crown, which may turn off longtime Garmin fans but appeal to more "mainstream" athletes.
Gemini for TV tosses the old AI for 'effortless' binge-watching on the TV Streamer
The TV Streamer's time is here, but a few more devices are still waiting in the wings.
Accessories
I'm convinced — Fiio FT7 is the flagship killer of planar headsets due to its incredible sound and class-leading comfort
Ultimate upgrade Fiio's FT7 is the brand's best over-ear headset yet, and one of the best options under $1,000 right now.
These power banks double as camera grips for your smartphone, but which is better?
Gadget Weekly I go hands on with the Belkin Stage PowerGrip power bank stand, along with a cheaper alternative called the KraftGeek PowerShutter, to see which one delivers more value.
Creative made a modular sound card that's absolutely wild — it's designed to be the ideal audio hub to connect all your gear
Imagine Creative's Sound Blaster is making a resurgence, with the brand switching to a modular sound card that doesn't look like anything else available today.
Tablets
Should you buy an Amazon Fire tablet when the amazing Black Friday sales start?
Should I buy it? Black Friday brings plenty of deals, but Amazon's in-house products like the Fire line of tablets are always some of the best deals out there.
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.
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Deals
Black Friday comes early for Verizon users - see all the best deals of November 2025
Deals Whether you're trading in an old device or adding a new line, you can save loads of money with the Verizon phone deals found in this guide.
Now's your chance to save some money on my favorite Chromebook ahead of Black Friday
My favorite Chromebook Looking for a beast of a Chromebook but want to save a few bucks? The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is on sale for a limited time, and you don't even have to wait for Black Friday.
Mint Mobile's Black Friday sale includes 50% OFF all Unlimited plans - I'm not joking
Unbelievable! Looking for a new phone plan this holiday season? Mint Mobile's Black Friday deal will give you a full year of the Unlimited plan for only $15 per month.
Best Buy's early Black Friday sale is carving over 50% OFF this 15.6-inch Acer Chromebook
Cheap Laptop Bundle Weeks before Black Friday, Best Buy is already slashing over 50% OFF this Chromebook starter kit.
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Valve's Meta Quest rival is the Steam Deck for my face I wanted
AC thVRsday The Steam Frame is Valve's first standalone VR headset, combining the power and versatility of a Steam Deck with the immersive power of VR.
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The first Android laptops are borrowing something from the Microsoft Surface Pro 11
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GameHub makes surprise Play Store appearance, making it easier than ever to play Windows games on Android
Windows on Android! GameSir GameHub has been released onto the Play Store, offering an easy solution for those interested in trying to play Windows games using hardware powered by Android.
