These leaked renders are your best look yet at the Galaxy Watch 8 series
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Motorola confirms which phones will get updated to Android 16
Hello UI Android 16 is already available for Google Pixel users, but now Motorola is sharing which of its models will get the boost to the next Android OS version.
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Apple should ditch Siri for Gemini and Google Cloud, here's why
Apple has faced numerous challenges with Apple Intelligence, and with Gemini so far ahead of the new Siri, here's why it's time for Apple to let Google do the hard work of building a chatbot.
We tested the best Android phones for students, and these are the top 6 picks you should consider
value pick Power through your course load this year with a new phone that stays in line with your student budget. Here are our picks for the best Android phones for anyone going back to school.
Pixel 10’s rumored telephoto camera upgrade could make your macro shots pop
a killer macro lens The Google Pixel 10 might finally nail macro shots, thanks to its 5x telephoto camera.
OnePlus expands its mid-tier lineup, a mini Watch 3 being one of them
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Motorola confirms which phones will get updated to Android 16
Hello UI Android 16 is already available for Google Pixel users, but now Motorola is sharing which of its models will get the boost to the next Android OS version.
WhatsApp unlocks new revenue streams, rolls out paid subscriptions, and more
Making Moves WhatsApp detailed a major business-focused update for its Updates tab in the app.
Say goodbye to jargon, as Google tests Audio Overviews to simplify web search
Listen in Google started a new Search Labs test that brought Audio Overviews to testers.
Android users can now make healthier decisions as One UI 8 beta lands on Galaxy watches
Healthier habits Samsung has released the One UI 8 Watch beta, introducing several new features focused on helping users develop healthier habits.
Wearables
This premium Garmin watch is 47% OFF at Amazon today — why you should (and maybe shouldn't) buy it now
Nearly half off! Amazon just dropped a major sale on Garmin watches, and one model in particular has caught my eye.
Fitbit app's fresh look makes settings menu super easy to scan
Pixel Watch-style Fitbit's app settings are now all in sync with the Pixel Watch app.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8: Classic leaks, One UI 8 Watch, Gemini, & more
Classic redux It appears the Galaxy Watch 8 will bring back the Classic design, stick with a similar battery size, and add new health AI tools.
Garmin Forerunner 970's running tolerance tool is too useful to be a 'premium' feature
Sunday Runday Garmin gave the Forerunner 970 running tolerance to make it appealing to serious runners, but casual runners need this feature a lot more.
Accessories
Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases 2025
Ultra levels of protection Check out all the best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases, available in unique designs and versatile pricing.
This 70W GaN charger is unbelievably thin — and it has two USB-C ports
Thin is in EZQuest made a GaN charger that's just about the thinnest I've ever used, and it goes up to 70W via dual USB-C ports.
UGREEN's Nexode 500W charging station is the upgrade you've always wanted
Unlimited power UGREEN just introduced a huge upgrade to its GaN charging stations. The Nexode 500W is able to deliver 240W via a single USB-C port, and it goes up to 500W when charging six devices at once.
These affordable earbuds offer easy customization that makes them sing
Optimize for enjoyment Bass-heavy beginnings but a simple tweak liberates the Soundcore Liberty 5, giving you sweet, nuanced sound
These are the best smart home devices of 2025, according to our team of experts
Living in the future There has never been a better time to build your smart home ecosystem than today. Choose from a wide variety of products and multi-platform compatibility to make your home smarter in a jiffy.
Tablets
What's the best cheap tablet for Android in 2025? 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.
OnePlus could be readying a tablet to take on the mighty iPad
Budget Android tablet Renders have emerged for the OnePlus Pad Lite, a new budget Android tablet expected to succeed the OnePlus Pad Go.
Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra surfaces in new leak with a boosted flagship MediaTek chip
Still Planned Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra was supposedly spotted in a performance test listing.
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This premium Garmin watch is 47% OFF at Amazon today — why you should (and maybe shouldn't) buy it now
Nearly half off! Amazon just dropped a major sale on Garmin watches, and one model in particular has caught my eye.
This is the best Android phone of 2025, and Best Buy will literally pay you to buy it
Free gift cards, galore Best Buy is slashing up to $200 off the OnePlus 13, and now the retailer will even throw in a free gift card.
New T-Mobile deal hooks you up with a FREE Motorola Razr Plus — no trade-in required!
No way! Add a line with one of T-Mobile's qualifying unlimited plans and you'll score enough promo credits to make the Motorola Razr Plus (2025) completely free!
I tracked down the best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals of June 2025 — score huge trade-in savings, free wireless, and more
S25 is live The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is here, and I'm collecting all of the best deals from across the web.
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