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Analysis
Review: The Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) is a truly moving Alexa speaker
Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) review: Amazon made its good buds even better
Put Alexa wherever there is a plug with the Amazon Echo Flex
Here's how Google could safely bring extensions to Chrome for Android
Ring Video Doorbell 4 review: Better value, bigger upsell
Gaming
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Square Enix opens pre-registration for Nier: Re[in]carnation mobile game
Amazon Prime Gaming is a benefit all Prime members should use
PlayStation VR games releasing in June 2021 and beyond
A PS5 demo for Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin is out now
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster brings the six original games to Android
YouTube TV is giving away free a TiVo Stream 4K to annoy Roku
An email has started circulating from YouTube TV stating that subscribers will be receiving a free TiVo Stream 4K. This could have something to do with the ongoing battle with Roku, but it’s a questionable choice over the Chromecast with Google TV.
The Ryzen-powered ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 finally goes on sale
ASUS makes its move into Chromebook gaming with its new Chromebook Flip CM5, which is finally on sale five months after it was announced.
A new Pixel Stand could point to faster wireless charging for the Pixel 6
Evidence points to Google launching a new Pixel Stand wireless charger with built-in fans, suggesting faster charging speeds.
'Discover Samsung' sale offers a week of deals on new Samsung devices
Samsung has a bevy of great discounts available for just one week only as part of its Discover Samsung sales event! Now's your chance to save on a new Galaxy smartphone, watch, or tablet, and select Samsung appliances are on sale too.
AT&T maintains 5G speed lead, but T-Mobile is catching up: RootMetrics
In the 85 tested markets, AT&T has the fastest 5G download speeds on the RootMetrics June 5G scorecard. T-Mobile has the best availability while Verizon continues to make up ground in speed and availability.
Don't muck up the TCL 10 Pro's display and use the best screen protectors
Between a fantastic design and stunning display, the TCL 10 Pro offers a solid experience for those who don't want to break the bank. If you just grabbed one of these fancy phones for yourself, make sure you slap a screen protector on it to keep the display looking good.
Google Photos' new Locked Folder starts rolling out to Pixel phones
Google Photos' new Locked Folder feature, which was announced at I/O 2021, has started rolling out to Pixel phones.
Best Buy battles Amazon Prime Day early with its 'Bigger Deal' sale
Amazon Prime Day is only a week away, but Best Buy is beating Amazon to the punch with over a week of deals that you won't need some special membership to score. Samsung Galaxy smartphones, smartwatches, accessories, and more are all on sale.
Verizon offers 10% accessory discount to vaccinated customers
Verizon's latest perk for vaccinated customers and first responders is a 10% discount on accessories. This deal runs through August 15.
Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) vs. Google Pixel Buds A-Series: Who wins out?
Amazon came back for an encore with its second-gen Echo Buds, with a focus on improving fit and audio performance, whereas Google cut a few things down to make the Pixel Buds A-Series compelling budget-oriented earbuds. Who ultimately made the right move?
Google's Workspace suite is now free for everyone
Google is finally making its Workspace service available to all users with a Google account.
Keep that gorgeous TCL 10L looking great with the best screen protectors
If you want a solid budget phone, the TCL 10L is an intriguing option with its unique display technology thanks to NXTVISION technology. With a display that looks this good on a phone that's this cheap, you'll want to make sure you get a screen protector and we've rounded up some of our favorites.
Amazon reveals gaming discounts on Luna ahead of Prime Day
Amazon Prime members are getting steep discounts on Luna accessories ahead of this year's Prime Day. Pick up a Luna controller or a Fire TV Stick bundle for less.
Save lots of cash on Android phones with these Prime Day 2021 deals
Prime Day and Android phones go hand-in-hand. Here are the best deals and discounts you need to know about if you're in the market for a new handset.
Here's how to tweak your Android phone's brightness to suit your liking
Choose the perfect brightness setting on your Android phone for maximum eye comfort. If you don't know how to adjust it, we can walk you through the process.
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Recent Reviews
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade
Whether you're new to Final Fantasy 7 Remake or just looking for something to tide you over until the sequel, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade and the INTERmission DLC are a quick dive back into the world, as well as an introduction to a really fun character. It's not the sequel we're waiting for, but it is a lot of fun.
The Ants: Underground Kingdom
As intricate as an ant colony itself, The Ants: Underground Kingdom is a shockingly deep strategy game that will push you to the limits of your resource management skills.
TP-Link Deco X90
This fast tri-band Wi-Fi 6 mesh system has AX6600 speeds with and AI-optimized mesh connections. If you need a ton of coverage with great multi-gig speeds, the Deco X90 is one of a handful of systems with the power to keep up.
These are the best kids shows on Hulu — from Animaniacs to Steven Universe
Now that the kids are home, you might be looking for something for them to watch. Luckily, Hulu has a lot of options.
We break down the best U.S. wireless carriers
The United States has more than a few wireless carriers to choose from, but which one is truly the best?
Rock out to your favorite tunes with $100 off Marshall's smart speaker
Use the Marshall app to control the music and customize the sound. With Alexa built in, it can connect to other Alexa devices. Has LEDs on the front for Alexa and a voice mute button. Plays from two Bluetooth devices at once.
Ubisoft shows it is one of cloud gaming's biggest third-party supporters
At today's Ubisoft Forward, the company showed that it's still supporting Stadia in a big way. Here's why that's important for the struggling cloud streaming service.
Learn how to scan any QR code with your Android phone
QR codes are fast and effective ways to access information with minimal effort. Here's how you can use your Android phone's camera to scan any QR code.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits preview — An indie darling in the making
Kena: Bridge of Spirits seems to live up the potential players first saw one year ago when the PS5 was unveiled. If that continues to ring true after its launch, Ember Lab will have something special.
The Galaxy Watch 4 is coming soon — here's everything you need to know
Samsung is working on a new smartwatch that'll abandon its proprietary OS for the new Wear OS. We're just not sure if it'll be called the Galaxy Watch 4 or something entirely new! Here's a roundup of what we know so far and what we hope to see in the new Galaxy smartwatch.
Express yourself for Pride Month and change your phone's theme. Here's how!
Pride Month is here, and while rainbow wallpapers are everywhere, what if you want to bring some more specialized pride to your phone? Whether you're bi, pan, lesbian, ace (like me), agender, intersex, or any other orientation, here's how to get your exact pride on your home screen with Tapet, KWGT, and Icon Pack Studio.
Poll: Let us know how you feel about gender pronoun fields on social media
More websites are making gender pronouns a more prominent feature on profiles to encourage users to embrace identity. Android Central wants to know if this is something you want to see on more sites and apps.
Get the best streaming quality on your Google Stadia
Google Stadia allows you to play anywhere from a PC, TV, or mobile devices with a Wi-Fi connection or mobile data. Here is how to get the best streaming quality to play games depending on connection.
UK regulators want feedback to ensure Google's Privacy Sandbox remains fair
Google has submitted commitments to UK regulators to ensure that Privacy Sandbox takes all related parties into consideration when developing and implementing new proposals.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 launch dates tipped
Launch dates for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 suggest they will reach customers' hands at very different times.
New antitrust bills signal big changes for Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee has introduced several new bills that could dismantle the Big Tech market dominance.
Population: One developer BigBox VR is now part of Oculus Studios
Population: One is the best battle royale in VR, and now its developer BigBox VR is becoming part of Oculus Studios to further help with development of the game.
Google will start updating Chromebooks monthly from November
Chromebook updates are about to get much faster as Google is set to ramp up the pace towards the end of the year. The company will switch from a six-week schedule to a monthly one.
Make the perfect play with these PS4 sports games
Here are the best sports games that will give you all the competitive thrills when you can't play outside. Each game lets you imagine what sports of the future might look like and some even give you a workout at home. Play competitively or casually with friends!
The best cheap Android phones you can buy in 2021, ranked
Want to save as much money as possible when getting an Android phone? We've done the research to show you which inexpensive phone to buy.
Xiaomi downplays the effect of its 200W charging tech on battery health
Xiaomi has revealed that its 200W 'HyperCharge' tech degrades around 20% of a phone's battery capacity after 800 charging and discharging cycles.
The next Oculus Quest update will allow for even larger play areas
The Oculus Guardian that keeps track of your VR play space is about to get a big upgrade in Oculus Quest update v30.
FaceTime for Android can face-plant, according to our readers
We recently polled our readers to learn if they were excited about Apple bringing (a version) of FaceTime to Android users. From the results, it appears that Apple needs to do more to get some face time with Android faithful.
Google Chrome for Android may soon gain a customizable 'toolbar shortcut'
Google's latest Chrome Canary release adds a new customizable toolbar shortcut between the address bar and the tab switcher button.