Now, Gemini might get proactive with timely, personalized 'suggestions'
Busy AI Another rumor says Gemini's "proactive" features in development might lean on Personal Intelligence, your notifications, and more.
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Phones
Small but mighty: these are the 6 BEST small phones to buy in 2026
For one-handed use Big phones are heavy and don't fit in most pockets. If you want the best small phone, you have quite a few great options, including some foldables.
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Forget the 2026 models: T-Mobile will give you last year's Motorola Razr Ultra for FREE with new line
Why wait? Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and T-Mobile will give you our favorite flip phone of 2025 for FREE, no trade-in required.
Android 16
The latest Pixel update tackles Android 16's early stability woes
stability fixes Google’s April Pixel update fixes app crashes, missing features, and gaming issues, making Android 16 more stable.
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Deals
I've tested many of the world's best e-readers — and a few of them are heavily discounted at Amazon right now
Read on! Whether you're shopping for Mother's Day gift or simply tackling those 2026 reading goals, these e-reader deals deserve your attention.
Forget the 2026 models: T-Mobile will give you last year's Motorola Razr Ultra for FREE with new line
Why wait? Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and T-Mobile will give you our favorite flip phone of 2025 for FREE, no trade-in required.
The #1 'best cheap Garmin watch' just got even cheaper with a 20% discount at Amazon
Garmin savings The Garmin Forerunner 165, our favorite cheap Garmin watch, just scored a 20% discount for a limited time.
The Moto G Power (2025) is a solid budget phone with a few surprises — and it's FREE at Straight Talk Wireless
Keep it simple Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and Straight Talk Wireless will give you the 2025 Moto G Power for FREE.
Verizon brings back bundle deal that gets you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus, Galaxy Watch 8, AND $100 gift card - so what's the catch?
Amazing savings Verizon is bringing back a deal that will give you a free smartwatch or tablet when you purchase an eligible smartphone. Oh, and there's a gift card up for grabs too.
Apps & Software
The app Splitwise is the best hack to split group trip expenses in 2026
Split easy Going on a group vacation or planning something with several individuals sharing the costs? Splitwise is an easy way to track and split those expenses.
Samsung Wallet gets a Trips timeline, so all you've got to worry about is your tan
Beach time? Samsung Wallet gets ready for a summer of traveling with a Trips timeline that keeps you on schedule without the worry.
Spotify drives engagement the right way, expands into 'Fitness' with Peloton
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Google just announced a cleaner Nest and Fitbit community, but there's a catch
The great purge Google is revamping its Home, Nest, and Fitbit forums with a faster design and Gemini features, but it’s wiping all posts and forcing some users to start over.
Wearables
The #1 'best cheap Garmin watch' just got even cheaper with a 20% discount at Amazon
Garmin savings The Garmin Forerunner 165, our favorite cheap Garmin watch, just scored a 20% discount for a limited time.
Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak is a direct shot at Meta Ray-Ban's crown
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The best smartwatches for battery life
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The end of Fitbit? Google Health may be ready to take the reins
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Accessories
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra screen protectors
Ultra shatter-proof Grab the very best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra screen protectors to defend your flagship phone's beautiful, gigantic, and very vulnerable 6.9-inch display.
Google's Nest Hub has no clue what time it is, and it's messing with our heads
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These UAG cases fix the biggest issue with the Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Tablets
I've tested many of the world's best e-readers — and a few of them are heavily discounted at Amazon right now
Read on! Whether you're shopping for Mother's Day gift or simply tackling those 2026 reading goals, these e-reader deals deserve your attention.
Best tablet for students 2026
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.
The reMarkable 2 remains one of the best paper-style tablets around, and it just scored a rare discount at Best Buy
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