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Coolpad is launching a new phone on Metro today called the Legacy. For $129.99, you get Android 9 Pie, a 4,000 mAh battery, and a 6.36-inch FHD+ display. Staples like a dual camera, fingerprint sensor, and QuickCharge 3.0 over USB-C are also included alongside the altogether reasonable pricetag. As an added incentive Metro is offering it for only $29.99 if you port in from another...
Google's Family Link provides a full suite of parental control functions across a wide range of devices, but it's not the only solution out there. Coolpad is in the process of building FamilyLabs, which hits many of the same points and then some. Let's look at them side by side and figure out which has the edge.
There's legislation to protect children's privacy in the U.S. — here's what you need to know about it.
When is the right age for a child to get their first smartphone? It's a tough call for parents that are increasingly nervous about the dangers of social media.
The Fugoo Tough XL is tailor-built for those who relentlessly pursue the outdoors and need a soundtrack for their adventures. This is a big, heavy Bluetooth speaker with a ton of battery life and great sound quality. The hard question remains: "is it worth the steep pricetag?"
The new Philips Hue Dimmer kit is an inexpensive way to get started with connected light bulbs in the home, but how well does it play with your existing set-up? Check out our review to find out.
Shoot super-steady videos with the new DJI Osmo 4K rig and your nearest Android phone, and keep your home secure yet accessible with the August Doorbell Cam. There are plenty more goodies in our weekly gadget roundup, so take a look!
Let's see what came out this week... The ZenWatch 2 refines an already-excellent form factor for Android Wear, and the Roku gets an update for 4K streams. Want more? Take a look!
The best cases for the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ are all here for your careful consideration!
You can now go out and get Samsung's wonderfully round smartwatch, and a new Chromecast dongle will give you a significantly cheaper alternative to Sonos.
Like magazines but hate all that pesky paper? Us too! Texture is trying to fix that with a subscription service that gives you access to more issues than you could possibly ever need. Take a gander at how well it works.
Glowforge is a really sharp looking 3D laser printer that you can control with your nearest Android tablet. Meanwhile, Anki's newest connected toy racecars can speed along on a modular track. Check out the other Android gadget releases of the week inside.
The latest Roomba has added more intelligence for cleaning your home's floor independently, while the newly-updated Amazon Fire TV supports 4K streaming without cranking up the pricetag. There are plenty more new Android-friendly gadgets this week, so take a look!
Don't miss a touchdown with these top-notch football apps for Android. They'll help you keep tabs on your favorite teams and all the action in the NFL 2015 season.
Jabra has a slick new Bluetooth headset for taking calls, while V-Moda's latest wireless headphones offer premium style and function. There are plenty more new Android gadgets released this week; take a look!
Get supplies, fire up the grill, and lay out some excellent ribs for your buddies at the next football game with the help of these Android apps.
The NFL 2015 season is firing up, and you want to watch football games live on your Android phone or tablet. Here's how!
There's been an avalanche of goodies from IFA, including two new Android Wear watches that are ready to order. There's also some sweet new connected home gear. Take a look!
We've been pummeled with new Motorola stuff lately, so let's just square away where you can get what and when.
Philips has a simple but handy dimmer switch for their connected lightbulbs, and SmartThings is updating their hub with additional offline measures. Find more of the week's coolest new Android-friendly doohickeys inside!