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Should you buy the Bose QC35 refurbished and where should you buy them?

The Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series I and II) are excellent headphones that'll put a dent in any wallet. Is picking up a refurbished pair to save some cash worth it?

Guessing games

Motorola announces Pie update plans for 8 of its Moto phones

Jerry Hildenbrand 27 min ago 114

A new version of Android means it's once again time to peer into the crystal ball.

Un-carrier next

Here's everything T-Mobile announced at its Un-Carrier Next event!

Joe Maring 49 min ago 4

During T-Mobile's Un-Carrier Next event on August 15, the company unveiled its plans to revamp customer service, exclusive concert tickets for customers, and free Pandora Plus for a year.

Auto-magic safety

Make your kid's car safer and smarter for $30 or less

Ara Wagoner 1 hour ago

If you have an Android phone, you only need two cheap things to make even the dumbest of cars smarter, safer, and easier for your phone-obsessed teen to drive to and from school.

Top-notch Android TV

Which should I buy: NVIDIA Shield or Shield Pro?

Andrew Martonik 2 hours ago 35

The NVIDIA Shield Android TV provides the best Android TV experience available today, and those interested in scooping one up should know whether the base model or the newer Shield Pro is a better buy.

New frontier 🥧

Google's developing a fix for slow Pixel / Pixel XL charging speeds on Pie

Joe Maring 3 hours ago 89

Android 9 Pie is the latest and greatest version of Android yet. From the latest news to all the big details, here's everything you need to know

Always connected

Anker's new $20 PowerPort Cube fits plenty of power in its compact design

John Levite 3 hours ago

Augment the number of things you can plug in with this tiny power strip.

Get to know your PSVR

The Ultimate Guide to PlayStation VR

Essa Kidwell 3 hours ago

Consider this the user manual your PlayStation VR should have come with, and be ready to check back frequently as using this headset gets better and better!

The time has come

BlackBerry KEYone in Canada is finally getting its official Oreo update

Joe Maring 3 hours ago 5

KEYone owners, rejoice! Your Oreo update is officially rolling out starting today, August 15!

Audio

Amazon Basics sound bar is basic, and not bad

Phil Nickinson 4 hours ago 3

An integrated subwoofer and three EQ options produce better sound than your TV, for less than $100.

Treat yo self

Did you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch?

Joe Maring 4 hours ago 17

Alongside the Note 9, Samsung also announced its latest wearable — the Galaxy Watch. Have you pre-ordered it yet?

Fantasy Points Heaven

Madden Overdrive brings a fresh football experience to your Android phone

Quentyn Kennemer 4 hours ago

Madden Mobile is out, Madden Overdrive is in. EA's mobile football game is changing in more ways than one. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Just the basics

These are all the Android Go phones available today

Harish Jonnalagadda 7 hours ago 2

Android Go is Google's latest effort to make the experience of owning an entry-level Android phone less frustrating.

Tough call

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro: It all comes down to the battery

Harish Jonnalagadda 12 hours ago 2

Xiaomi is effectively competing with itself in the budget segment. The Redmi Note 5 Pro continues to be one of the best-selling phones in the country, and the Mi A2 is a great addition to the portfolio.

yep, another one

Motorola P30 leaks, and ... well, it's another iPhone X running Android

Hayato Huseman 17 hours ago 61

If you've ever picked up an iPhone X and thought "if only this ran Android," the Motorola P30 could be compelling.

The race to 5G

Indy is Verizon's 4th 5G city, will partner with YouTube TV, too

Phil Nickinson 17 hours ago 7

Details are scarce, other than Verizon 5G is coming to Indianapolis.

OK Google

Pandora Premium is now supported by Google Home and Smart Displays

Joe Maring 19 hours ago 21

From making shopping lists to controlling your smart home gadgets, here's everything you need to know about the Google Assistant!

Take me home country road

5 things we'd like to see in Fallout 76

Brendan Lowry 20 hours ago 3

Fallout 76 is Bethesda's next title in the Fallout universe, offering up a brand new experience in the form of an MMO structure. One of the most exciting things about the game may be what it features. Here's what we'd like to see.

Sometimes forgotten

Moto Z3 review: Verizon's middle child

Daniel Bader 20 hours ago 15

The Moto Z3 is more important for Verizon than Motorola, but that means you're getting a better phone than its price suggests.

🚀

Sprint and LG are making the first 5G-capable phone in the U.S.

Hayato Huseman 20 hours ago 15

Sprint might not be the top carrier in the States, but an LG-made phone with integrated 5G radios sounds like a good way to boost sales.

Add these to your library!

Every PlayStation VR game with HOTAS support

Essa Kidwell 22 hours ago

HOTAS controllers add some incredible immersion to any VR experience. If you're looking to go deeper with PlayStation VR, this is where you need to start.

Save today!

Nintendo Switch games, Cooler Master keyboar, and more are discounted today

Jared DiPane 23 hours ago

We have our eyes on the deals all day long so you can take a break. Be sure to check out the big discounts on these Cooler Master keyboard and mice combos, Nintendo Switch games, SanDisk microSD cards and more!

Mount up

Stay connected and safe with this $25 dashboard mount for your phone

Joe Maring 1 day ago 1

iOttie's Easy One Touch 4 is an affordable, safe, and fun dashboard mount for your phone that should be in everyone's car.

connected home

NVIDIA's new Shield TV bundle throws in a Samsung SmartThings Link

Phil Nickinson 1 day ago 5

The whole smash costs $219, but we're already seeing it on sale.

Filter me up

A widespread Instagram hack is locking users out of their accounts

Joe Maring 1 day ago 2

If you share pictures and/or videos online, chances are you do so through Instagram. Whether you're a newbie or Insta pro, here's everything you need to know about the app!

Hey big brother

Google still tracks your location even when you turn off Location History

Joe Maring 1 day ago 19

Turned off Location History to stop sharing your whereabouts with Google? Turns out the search giant still knows exactly where you're at.

Security

Older Amazon Fire TV devices finally get a 2013-era Android safeguard

Phil Nickinson 1 day ago

Welcome to the wonderful world of not keeping your Android-based code up to date.

buyers guide

Best wireless charging pads for the Galaxy S9

Marc Lagace 1 day ago 2

Wireless charging is super efficient — as long as you buy the right wireless charging pad. These are the best charging pads for the Samsung Galaxy S9!

Strong foundation

The Oppo R17 offers a glimpse as to what the OnePlus 6T might look like

Joe Maring 1 day ago 10

The Oppo R17 was recently announced in China, and if past handsets from the OEM are anything to go by, this is likely what the OnePlus 6T will end up looking like.

Generally not worth it

Fortnite for Android offers more frustration than fun

Marc Lagace 1 day ago 6

With laggy frame rates and sub-par controls, Fortnite for Android leaves a lot to be desired.

A few new tricks

Anker Nebula Mars II tips and tricks to get the most from your projector

Tom Westrick 1 day ago

Just get a Nebula Mars II? Check out these tips!

Large and in charge

Here's your first look at the Huawei Mate 20 Lite

Joe Maring 1 day ago 11

Before 2018 is up, Huawei's expected to unveil its latest trio of smartphones with the Mate 20 family. Here's everything we know about it so far!

Moto Z3 review: Verizon's middle child

Dark themes on Android should be the norm, not the exception

What color Galaxy Note 9 should you buy?

4 things the Galaxy Home must do to challenge the Echo, Home, and HomePod

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Should you buy the Bose QC35 refurbished and where should you buy them?

Motorola announces Pie update plans for 8 of its Moto phones

Here's everything T-Mobile announced at its Un-Carrier Next event!

Make your kid's car safer and smarter for $30 or less

Samsung Galaxy Note 9

Download the Galaxy Note 9's official wallpapers right here

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 hands-on preview: $1000 well spent

Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Which storage size should I buy?

Should you buy the Galaxy Note 9 unlocked or from a carrier?

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. Galaxy S9+: Which should you buy?

What color Galaxy Note 9 should you buy?

What Galaxy Note 9 color are you getting?

Which should I buy: NVIDIA Shield or Shield Pro?

Google's developing a fix for slow Pixel / Pixel XL charging speeds on Pie

Anker's new $20 PowerPort Cube fits plenty of power in its compact design

The Ultimate Guide to PlayStation VR

The Best Smartphones

The Galaxy S9+ is the best phone out right now — period

The Moto G6 is the best budget phone you can buy right now

The Moto X4 is the best phone you can buy for under $400

The LG Stylo 4 is the best phone at MetroPCS you can buy

The Nokia 2 is the best phone you can buy for under $100 right now

Help & How To

How to turn on and use Android Pie's new gesture navigation system

How to completely disable Bixby

DVR hub for Xbox puts your console captures on your Android phone

Best ways to customize and decorate your Oculus Go

How to stop your Android phone from sharing your location with Google

Deals

Anker's new $20 PowerPort Cube fits plenty of power in its compact design

UK Deal: Up your phone's storage with this £37 128GB SanDisk microSD card

Grab a Choetech wireless charger for your car or nightstand on sale today

The Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II is a no-brainer purchase at just $299

This $13 TrackR Pixel can help prevent you from misplacing your gadgets

Latest news

BlackBerry KEYone in Canada is finally getting its official Oreo update

Amazon Basics sound bar is basic, and not bad

Did you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch?

Madden Overdrive brings a fresh football experience to your Android phone

Android 9 Pie

Google's developing a fix for slow Pixel / Pixel XL charging speeds on Pie

Android 9 Pie review: Greater than the sum of its slices

Dark themes on Android should be the norm, not the exception

Samsung Gear devices now support Pie, app renamed to Galaxy Wearable

Android Pie on the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S: Everything you need to know

These are all the Android Go phones available today

Xiaomi Mi A2 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro: It all comes down to the battery

Motorola P30 leaks, and ... well, it's another iPhone X running Android

Indy is Verizon's 4th 5G city, will partner with YouTube TV, too

Pandora Premium is now supported by Google Home and Smart Displays

5 things we'd like to see in Fallout 76

Moto Z3 review: Verizon's middle child

Sprint and LG are making the first 5G-capable phone in the U.S.

Every PlayStation VR game with HOTAS support

Nintendo Switch games, Cooler Master keyboar, and more are discounted today

Stay connected and safe with this $25 dashboard mount for your phone

NVIDIA's new Shield TV bundle throws in a Samsung SmartThings Link

A widespread Instagram hack is locking users out of their accounts

Google still tracks your location even when you turn off Location History

Older Amazon Fire TV devices finally get a 2013-era Android safeguard

Best wireless charging pads for the Galaxy S9

The Oppo R17 offers a glimpse as to what the OnePlus 6T might look like

Fortnite for Android offers more frustration than fun

Anker Nebula Mars II tips and tricks to get the most from your projector

Here's your first look at the Huawei Mate 20 Lite

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