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

5 reasons the Pixel 11 Pro XL is my daily driver
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
It's just better The Pixel 11 Pro XL may not be the best all-rounder, but it has meaningful upgrades over its predecessor, and is just a delight to use.

Huawei just showed Samsung how a tri-fold should be done
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Just look at it With a new inward-folding hinge and upgrades across the board, the Mate XT 2 Ultimate Design is the ultimate foldable of 2026.

Google Pixel 11 vs. Motorola Edge 2026: There's an obvious winner
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Edgy Looking to buy a phone and unable to decide? The Pixel 11 is my go-to choice if you need something that will last the better part of a decade.

The best NAS for Plex
By Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
The best for Plex I tested all NAS models available in 2026, and these are the best Plex NAS servers around.

I used Baseus' Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro accessories, and they're stunning
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Cherry on top Looking for accessories that go along with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro? I used the Baseus Dark Cherry collection, and it's exquisite.

The world's thinnest portable SSD is just as impractical as you think
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Sigh Lexar's Muse is so thin that it doesn't have a USB-C port — you'll need to use a custom cable with magnetic pogo pins.

Apple iPhone Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: It could just come down to one thing
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
#loyal The iPhone Ultra is set to debut soon, and the foldable will bring mainstream attention to this category in a way that Android phones haven't done so until now.

Here's how Samsung is safeguarding silicon batteries in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Hardwired Samsung isn't just adding a silicon-carbon material to the anode — it redesigned the battery architecture.

I tested the POCO F9 Ultra, and it is the value flagship I'd buy in 2026
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Ultra everything POCO just launched the F9 Ultra, and after using it for a week, I'm convinced that it is one of the best value flagships of 2026.

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of any phone — I still wouldn't use it
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Pass The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a 9,210mAh battery, and it lasts two and a half days between charges. However, it has considerable downgrades in other areas.

Best gaming phones
By Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
Maximum FPS Gaming phones have evolved from the loud and boisterous designs, to sophisticated and understated pieces of hardware. One thing which hasn't changed though is the raw performance.

Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 9 Pro: No reason to upgrade just yet
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Pixelated The Pixel 11 Pro brings a new camera and other tweaks, and is a great small flagship. That said, the two-year-old Pixel 9 Pro is just as good, and I wouldn't bother switching just yet.

Should you buy the Google Pixel 11?
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Too vanilla The standard Pixel 11 doesn't have much in the way of new features, and if you have a relatively recent phone, it doesn't make any sense to buy it.

Should you buy the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Fold this The Pixel 11 Pro Fold may not look like much of an upgrade, but it has a lot to like if you're a Pixel fan.

Lexar's 2TB Silver Plus made me excited about MicroSD cards again
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Shoot anything Lexar just rolled out the Silver Plus, and it is the best 2TB MicroSD card you can use with a camera or any other accessory.

One year with the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Sometimes it's good to be boring
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Just the basics The Pixel 10 Pro Fold isn't what I'd call an exciting phone, but it nails the basics, and it proved to be much better than I imagined over the course of the year.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: Is it actually an upgrade?
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Just wait The Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's latest phone, but how does it measure up against the Pixel 9 Pro XL? I used both phones, and I think the 9 Pro XL still has plenty to give.

Best home NAS 2026
By Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
Home storage There are lots of great choices if you're looking for the best NAS for home use. I've used dozens of NAS models over the years, and I rounded up the best home NAS servers you can buy today.

I tested CMF's $20 Buds Neo earbuds, and I can't believe how good they are
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Brilliant basics Want stylish budget earbuds that sound great? I used CMF's $20 Buds Neo, and I think you should get these.

I used the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and it does just enough to be called an upgrade
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Almost Ultra The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is still a good foldable, but it doesn't do enough to justify the Ultra moniker.

6 phones to buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Choices choices The Pixel 11 Pro XL is underwhelming — these alternatives are not.

OPPO's Reno 16 Pro proves you don't need a flagship to take amazing photos
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
Just look at it The Reno 16 Pro is costlier than its predecessors, but its standout cameras along with a gorgeous design and great battery life combine to create a truly stellar phone.

How to transfer data from your old Android phone to your new one
By Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
Switch over smoothly! Moving over all your data (e.g., texts, call logs, contacts, music, and photos) from your older Android phone to a new one is a walk in the mark.

We've tried every Samsung phone, and these are the best picks for you to buy in 2026
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
A Galaxy of great phones Whether you're looking for a cutting-edge foldable or a budget device, these are the best Samsung phones of the year.
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