Harish Jonnalagadda is Android Central's Senior Editor overseeing the mobile category. He started his tech journey at a very young age by tweaking Windows XP installations, and that hobby ignited an enthusiasm that led him into the world of PC modding. After picking up a Bachelor's degree in computer science, he decided to pursue his passion by covering PC hardware at VR-Zone, where he reviewed motherboards, video cards, and DRAM modules.
While he used iPhones initially, switching to the Nexus 4 served as the catalyst to explore Android's burgeoning ecosystem, and he pivoted to writing about mobile tech, joining Android Central's newsroom back in 2014. As a Senior Editor, he oversees the site's coverage of Chinese phone brands, enthusiast audio products, networking hardware, and storage servers, leveraging his engineering background and extensive experience testing mobile hardware to evaluate the latest phones and accessories.
In over a decade of covering Android, he has used pretty much every single major phone released globally, giving him an unrivaled view into Google's mobile platform. His specialty is Chinese brands; he's charted the growth of all the major Chinese manufacturers from their inception, and he uses that knowledge to share unique insights. When not testing the latest gadgets, he can be found reading sci-fi novels on his e-reader, and occasionally yelling at the TV in frustration as Arsenal squander yet another title run.
Latest articles by Harish Jonnalagadda

My favorite phone just got a huge 25% discount ahead of Black Friday: With phone prices going up in 2026, now is the best time to upgrade
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Pixel power Google's latest Pixel 10 Pro XL is now just $899, and the $300 discount makes it one of the best phone deals around.

I tested over 75 phones in 2025, and these are my Black Friday picks
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Make the right choice I tested all major Android phones that released this year, and I'm rounding up my favorite Black Friday deals.

The best starter NAS is somehow just $167 for Black Friday, and you need to get this NOW
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Store everything The DH2300 is a 2-bay starter NAS that is better than just about everything else available. And for Black Friday, it's selling for just $167.

Your patience has paid off: Sony's WH-1000XM5 hits an even lower price for Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Go go go The WH-1000XM5 continues to be a standout headset in 2025, and Sony is somehow selling it for just $248 as part of its Black Friday savings.

I bet you didn't know OnePlus made a power bank: It has a modular design, doubles as a wall charger, and it's discounted right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Sharge it up OnePlus partnered with accessory maker Sharge over a 10,000mAh power bank, and it looks just plain cool.

Ditch your GoPro — I used DJI's best action camera for the last six months, and it's much more versatile than I imagined; it's also down to an all-time low price for Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Never miss a moment I used DJI's Osmo Action 5 Pro for just over six months, and I'm blown away by how good it is. The best part is that it's down to just $259 right now.

The best NAS for Plex in 2025
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
The best for Plex I test NAS systems extensively, and these are the best Plex NAS servers around.

Still using Samsung? This OnePlus deal will convince you to switch to a better phone
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Another dimension There is no phone better than a $699 OnePlus 13, and I should know — I test nearly a hundred phones a year.

This is the only Qi 2 power bank you'll ever need, and it is somehow 46% off right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Goes on and on With the Picogo, Baseus made what is possibly the best 10,000mAh magnetic power bank around. The best part is that it gets Qi 2 integration, and you can buy it at just $36.

I don't know how Govee's best outdoor lights are just $199 right now, but you should act on it
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Light up in style Govee makes the best outdoor lights, and its best outdoor lights are down to just $199. This is a holiday lighting deal you don't want to miss.

This Black Friday deal on my favorite Bose headsets is so good that I'm writing it from 38,000 feet in the air
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Quite comfort indeed Bose's QuietComfort Ultra and QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 headsets are down to their lowest prices, and if you have been eyeing these headsets, you should really act now.

Need a portable Bluetooth speaker that gets loud? I use this tiny Marshall speaker daily, and it's on sale right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Turn it up Marshall's Emberton III gets loud, while still being small enough that you can take it just about anywhere.

The best-selling 10GbE Plex NAS gets an unmissable discount ahead of Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Upgrade The DXP4800 Plus is no doubt one of the best 4-bay NAS models available today. And now, it is down to $559 as part of Black Friday savings, making it a standout choice.

POCO F8 Ultra review: Why would you buy anything else?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Ultimate deal With the F8 Ultra, POCO is signaling its intent to go up against the best Android phones. And you know what? The phone manages to hold its own against Google and Samsung's latest devices.

Need a new power bank? I travel everywhere with this 20,000mAh power bank with a built-in retractable cable, and it just got an unbelievable Black Friday discount
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Charge it up UGREEN's 165W Nexode power bank is now my go-to choice when I travel. And right now, you can get it a just $65.

What is a NAS, and why do you need one?
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Hardwired A network attached storage server is a great way to store your data locally, and you don't need to worry about any privacy issues.

I used all Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speakers, and they're heavily discounted: Here's your Black Friday buying guide
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Sound is power The SoundLink Micro, Flex, Plus, and Max get exciting discounts ahead of Black Friday, and if you're unsure about what model to buy, I'm here to assist.

We tested all of the best Kindle e-readers, and these are the top 5 picks to help you demolish your 2025 reading challenge
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
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.

Want great audio for less? One of the best headphones I tested in 2025 is down to just $99, and you shouldn't sleep on this deal
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Based Bose Bose makes fabulous headsets, and it also collaborates with other manufacturers to tune their products. With Baseus now getting in on the action, this is one of the best sub-$150 headsets around.

The wait is over: WiiM's excellent Amp Ultra finally gets a major discount, but this deal won't last — you'll need to act immediately
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Get it now WiiM's Amp Ultra is the definitive smart amp, and it finally gets a major discount, bringing it down to just $423.

These Shokz open earbuds are astounding, and their deal price will absolutely shock you: You don't want to miss out on these revolutionary open earbuds
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Open your ears Shokz's OpenDots One are down to just $139, a huge 30% discount.

I used GameSir's latest budget mobile controller, and it has a lightweight design with hall effect joysticks, all at just $27
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Game anywhere GameSir's X5 Lite is a budget mobile gaming controller that lets you game anywhere. And right now, it's an even better value.

I used Plaud's AI note-taker, and it's much better than I imagined: It even gets a highly-anticipated discount, but you'll need to act now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Useful AI Plaud Note is a dedicated AI-enabled recorder that transcribes audio notes. It has a great design and works incredibly well, but you have to pay a monthly fee to make the most out of it.
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