Pimp your phone
These are the best accessories for the Galaxy Note 9
The Note 9 is one of the best new phones on the market. It's only right that you pair it with the best accessories.
Hayato Huseman
Hayato is a recovering trade show addict and video editor for Android Central based out of Indianapolis. He can mostly be found complaining about the cold and enthusing about prog metal on Twitter at @hayatohuseman. Got a tip or inquiry? Drop him a line at hayato@mobilenations.com.
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5g in the windy city
Verizon's 5G network is blazingly fast (when it works)
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Verizon just rolled out its 5G network in Chicago and Minneapolis, alongside the launch of the 5G Moto Mod. I visited Motorola's hometown of Chicago to test it out.
You asked for this
Here's how the Android Central staff uses its phones
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Our amazing staff of writers goes through a lot of phones, apps, and services. These are the setups that have stuck around with the Android Central team.
touchless controls
How to use Air Motion on the LG G8
The LG G8 can be controlled without even having to touch the screen, thanks to Air Motion and the Time of Flight sensor that enables it. Here's how to make the most of it.
hands-off
How to improve Hand ID on the LG G8
One of the LG G8's new features is Hand ID, which securely authenticates you by reading the veins in the palm of your hand. It can be made better by registering your hand at more than one angle and, of course, by knowing how to use it properly.
pinch with the claw
How to take a screenshot on the LG G8
Taking a screenshot is a fundamental feature for any phone, but the G8's new Air Motion feature gives you a unique way to capture your screen unlike any other phone.
fitness watches
Should you buy the Galaxy Watch Active or the Fossil Sport?
Samsung and Fossil both make great smartwatches, but which of their latest ones should you buy?
even further ecosystem lock
Does Google need its own Apple Card?
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Apple's new credit card looks interesting for iPhone devotees, but it traps you into the ecosystem like no other product. Should Google even bother making a competitor?
it's about time
Google is requiring that its contracted employees receive full benefits
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Following years of complaints surrounding Google's temporary employees receiving lesser benefits, the company is finally requiring that its part-time and contracted workers receive comprehensive healthcare and other benefits.
buyers guide
The Galaxy S10+ is Verizon's best phone
There's nothing quite like a new phone, and the Galaxy S10+ is a sure hit. Here are the best phones that work on Verizon's network.
more space
The best Android phones with expandable storage
Looking for the best phones with expandable storage to store your movies and music? You've come to the right place.
community service made fun
Niantic announces its second annual Earth Day campaign
Clean up your local community and gain some perks for Pokémon GO or Ingress at the same time!
Stay on budget
The best Android phones under $300 right now!
Sometimes you just want a phone that does the job and doesn't cost too much. These days, it's easy to get that, and more, with an awesome Android phone under $300!
remote work
Working from home is hard, but it doesn't have to be
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Being self-employed or working remotely can be a blessing and a curse. I'm still learning how to stay on task, but I've come across some tricks over the years.
this has me excited
Bring on the portless phones and keep the weird ideas coming
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Vivo's latest Apex proof-of-concept phone eliminates all buttons and ports for a seamless, all-glass design. As impractical as it sounds, I'm not convinced the concept is inherently flawed.
great, affordable optics
The Honor View 20’s 48MP camera has incredible potential
The Honor View 20 is priced as an affordable flagship, but its camera performance is absolutely top-of-the-line.
noise-canceling goodness
The best alternatives to Sony's WH1000XM3
Sony's latest headphones may be the de-facto choice for active noise-canceling headphones, but other cans from brands like Bose and Bang & Olufsen could be a better choice.
Choose wisely ...
Which of Amazon's Fire HD tablets best fits your life?
When you think of Android tablets, it's time to think of Amazon. But now you've got a choice to make.
notch vs. hole-punch
Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs. Honor View 20: Which should you buy?
The Honor View 20 is considerably cheaper than its more premium counterpart, the Mate 20 Pro, but it rivals it in more ways than you might expect.
buyers guide
Can the OnePlus 6T keep 'flagship killer' status against the Honor View 20?
Both phones are incredible values with high-end specs and performance, but your region and software preferences may determine which is the better purchase.