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Android 16: All the latest features, eligible devices, release date, and more
Let's go Google is now delivering public builds of Android 16, giving power users the ability to see what's coming to the platform in 2025.
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The best-looking phone of 2024 just scored a record-smashing discount during Amazon's early Prime Day sale
No way! The next big Prime Day sale is swiftly approaching, but you don't need to wait to save big on Android phones.
We've tried every Samsung phone, and these are the best picks for you
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What is PWM dimming, and what are the alternatives?
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Zoned UFS 4.0 on the Pixel 10 Pro isn't a huge storage upgrade — but it's what we needed
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Android 16: All the latest features, eligible devices, release date, and more
Let's go Google is now delivering public builds of Android 16, giving power users the ability to see what's coming to the platform in 2025.
How to install the One UI 8 beta
Early access Samsung is opening up availability for One UI 8, its next mobile operating system based on Android 16. Here's how you can try it out for yourself.
Spotify just gave free users a major upgrade, and it's rolling out now
Musically Upgraded Spotify announced a huge upgrade coming to its platform this week for users on its free tier.
YouTube's new trick automatically re-dubs any video into your native tongue
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Best smartwatches for battery life 2025
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Top fitness smartwatches for 2025: Track health, activity, and more
Time to get fit There are fitness bands — and then there are smartwatches. But some smartwatches can pull double duty in the fitness space too. These are the best ones.
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro key upgrades over the Fenix 8: Is it worth it?
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The Suunto Race 2 is a tough Garmin Forerunner 570 rival for focused runners
Sunday Runday For anyone who thought the new Garmin Forerunner 970 and 570 were too expensive and focused on the wrong things, the Suunto Race 2 is what you're looking for.
Accessories
I'm done with Nest — here's why I'm switching to Reolink
Hardwired I used Nest cameras, but with Google once again increasing the price of Nest Aware, I needed a better alternative. That's why I'm going with Reolink.
Govee's latest floor lamp combines two lighting products into one — and it's fabulous
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Best sleep headphones 2025
ZZZZ These are the best sleep earbuds you can buy in every category, from earbuds and masks to open-ear solutions.
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Thinking of buying a Galaxy Tab S11? First, take a look at these other Samsung tablets
Should I buy it? There is a lot of tech out there, and new products are coming every day. It's hard to figure out which ones are worth it.
Don't pay exorbitant prices on the Galaxy Tab S11, get this 'Fan Edition' tablet instead for almost HALF the price
Saving $$$ The Galaxy Tab S11 might look cool, but you don't need to pay at least $800 for a great Samsung tablet. The Tab S10 FE is fantastic and is almost half the price.
Amazon gears up for the big reveal of its fresh devices later this month
Techtember Echo, Kindle, and Alexa updates incoming.
Deals
The best-looking phone of 2024 just scored a record-smashing discount during Amazon's early Prime Day sale
No way! The next big Prime Day sale is swiftly approaching, but you don't need to wait to save big on Android phones.
Don't pay exorbitant prices on the Galaxy Tab S11, get this 'Fan Edition' tablet instead for almost HALF the price
Saving $$$ The Galaxy Tab S11 might look cool, but you don't need to pay at least $800 for a great Samsung tablet. The Tab S10 FE is fantastic and is almost half the price.
It's official: Amazon Prime Day returns next month - here are the TOP 5 Android deals I'm hoping to find during the sale
Get ready Amazon's Prime Day sale is expected to return next month, here's everything you need to know to prepare.
Not a typo: this T-Mobile deal gets you the newest Pixel phone for FREE, no trade-in required
Google's newest phones have arrived, and T-Mobile might just have the best Pixel 10 deal on the web.
The real deal: buy a new Pixel 10 and Visible will give you almost 50% off your phone bill for TWO YEARS — I'm not joking
Two years of savings Sign up for Visible's outstanding Plus Pro plan and the Verizon-owned carrier will hook you up with a major discount when you buy any Google Pixel 10 series phone.
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