YouTube ups minimum age for live streaming to boost child safety
Online Safety YouTube changed its minimum age requirement for streamers on its platform.
Android 16
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 starts rolling out to Pixels with some bug fixes
Another Beta patch Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 is here, and it brings with it basic bug fixes for eligible Pixel devices.
Phones
That's not a typo: new T-Mobile deal gets you a free Pixel phone AND earbuds, no trade-in required
Amazing! Buy the Pixel 9a from T-Mobile while adding an eligible line and you'll get the phone for FREE, plus a free pair of Pixel buds, just for kicks.
Surprise Best Buy sale slashes 24% OFF the best wireless earbuds for Samsung users
Buds on Buds Samsung came out swinging with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.
Here's a glimpse of the Nothing Phone 3's periscope lens in latest tease
Zoom in Nothing has now teased the camera setup for its upcoming "true flagship" Phone 3.
Maximize your Verizon experience with these 9 excellent smartphones
Lots of choices! The best Verizon phones have a lot in common with the best Android phones in general. You get years of software support, great cameras, and much more.
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Apps & Software
YouTube tests its own take on AI Overviews with Premium users in search
AI Highlights YouTube highlighted a new test for users that's a little reminiscent of AI Overviews.
Gemini blazes past the old Assistant with this useful setting change
A Change Google's Gemini Team reportedly emailed users about a setting change that's meant to improve the AI's usefulness.
How to customize group chats in Google Messages
Custom icons Google Messages now supports shared group chat icons and names for RCS that everyone can see — here's how to use them.
Google Workspace gets a much needed boost with Gemini's new smarts
Gemini for the win Google is integrating Gemini's app with Google Workspace and bringing a boost to Slides and Vids with Veo 3.
Wearables
The OnePlus Watch 2R is the best budget Android watch I've tested, and now it's another $50 off
Sleeper hit There's a range of cheap Android watch deals right now, but this dark horse OnePlus budget watch leads the pack in my opinion.
We tested the best LTE smartwatches and these are the picks you need to check out in 2025
Always connected If you depend on your wearable for just about everything, you may benefit from an LTE smartwatch. So, we've rounded up some of the best options.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025): What we know about its surprise return
Ultra 2.0 We weren't sure if we'd get a Galaxy Watch Ultra 2; instead, it appears Samsung will give the Watch Ultra (2025) a similar price and look.
Amazfit's new Balance 2 and Helio Strap combine for elevated, precise tracking
Combine! Amazfit launched two new devices: the Balance 2 smartwatch and the Helio Strap.
Accessories
These earbuds have Snapdragon Sound, and they somehow cost just $55 right now
Unmatched value SoundPEATS just did the impossible: it delivered high-quality earbuds that have Snapdragon Sound at just $55. This is the Air 5 Pro.
Best Amazon Echo Show 2025: Which smart display should you buy?
Center of your home Deciding how much screen space you need for your chats with Alexa.
I've tested dozens of wireless earbuds, and these are the pairs you should buy in 2025
Enjoy in-ear audio The best wireless earbuds balance great sound with all-day comfort, plus a little bit of bang for the buck. Here are the best options that money can buy.
Tablets
Best Amazon Fire tablet 2025
These tablets are fire We'll help you choose which Fire tablet to get.
3 reasons why this is the Android tablet you should buy
Not just gaming I absolutely adore Lenovo's Legion Tab Gen 3, and I bet you will too.
OnePlus Pad 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: Which flagship Android tablet is best?
Tablet talk OnePlus is here with a bona-fide flagship Android tablet in the Pad 3. But is it enough to beat the pricey Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra? Let's find out.
We tested all of the best Kindle e-readers, and these are the top 5 picks to help you demolish your 2025 reading challenge
It's only words Whether you're looking to pick up your first e-reader or to upgrade, Amazon makes the best e-readers money can buy. These are the best Kindle e-readers to have on your shopping list.
Deals
That's not a typo: new T-Mobile deal gets you a free Pixel phone AND earbuds, no trade-in required
Amazing! Buy the Pixel 9a from T-Mobile while adding an eligible line and you'll get the phone for FREE, plus a free pair of Pixel buds, just for kicks.
The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is already sold out at Meta, but one retailer still has stock
Hurry! The limited edition Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is almost completely sold out, but we found one retailer that still has stock left.
The OnePlus Watch 2R is the best budget Android watch I've tested, and now it's another $50 off
Sleeper hit There's a range of cheap Android watch deals right now, but this dark horse OnePlus budget watch leads the pack in my opinion.
These earbuds have Snapdragon Sound, and they somehow cost just $55 right now
Unmatched value SoundPEATS just did the impossible: it delivered high-quality earbuds that have Snapdragon Sound at just $55. This is the Air 5 Pro.
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