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Gadgets of the week: Moto 360, Sphero BB-8, and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 6 Sep 2015 3:55 pm
Buy Moto 360
It's been a hectic IFA with tons of new gear to look forward to. We're going to peek behind the big-name phones and tablets at the Android accessories that are ready to order now, including toys, wireless video, and especially wearables. Both Motorola and Huawei had some respectable new smartwatches on the show floor this week that are worth a gander. There were even a few new releases outside...

Where to buy all of Motorola's latest and greatest

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Posted by Simon Sage on 5 Sep 2015 6:43 pm
Where to buy Motorola Pure Edition
With all of the new products coming from Motorola in the last couple of weeks, like the Moto 360 (2015), Moto X Pure Edition, and Moto X Play, it's getting tricky to figure out what's coming out when and where. Some of these have release dates, others only have windows, some are already out. Some may not even be coming to your country, and many aren't sold by service providers. We'll be...

Gadgets of the week: Philips hue dimmer, SmartThings Hub V2 and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 30 Aug 2015 6:05 pm
Best Android gadgets of the week
You guys like technology, right? We're putting together another week's worth of the best in connected accessories, including wearables, smart home gadgets, Bluetooth speakers, and whatever else talks to your Android phone or tablet. Philips has a simple but handy dimmer switch for their connected lightbulbs, and SmartThings is updating their connected home hub with additional offline measures...

Best Android phones for students heading back to school

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Posted by Simon Sage on 26 Aug 2015 5:25 pm
Back to school phones
It's time to get back to school with a great, affordable phone. The school year is barreling down towards you like a freight train laden with knowledge and the last thing you need is the headache of figuring out which new phone to get. Hopefully we can pare down the decision-making process for a you a little bit with these suggestions. We're going to be looking at budget-conscious phones with...

Gadgets of the week: OnHub router, iBackPack and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 23 Aug 2015 6:34 pm
OnHub router
So many toys, so little time. Every week, we round up the hottest in wearables, Bluetooth audio, and other Android-friendly accessories. There are a few goodies in particular on the plate this go-around: the OnHub router promises to whisk your Wi-Fi woes away, while the iBackPack crams more technology into a bag than should be reasonably allowed. There are plenty more Android gadgets than that...

Gadgets of the week: JayBird X2 earbuds, Coolest cooler and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 16 Aug 2015 2:51 pm
Ready for another fresh batch of Android gear? Every weekend, we pore over the latest connected home, wireless audio, and mobile accessory releases and show off the best of the best. This go-around, JayBird launched the latest version of their sporty Bluetooth headphones this week, and the greatest cooler known to man has an ungodly pricetag. Dig in to read more of our favorite gadgets to hit...

Android Central's back to school guide

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Posted by Simon Sage on 14 Aug 2015 2:43 pm
Back to School guide for Android
It's time to go back to school, and we'll make sure you're well-equipped. For many students, it's time to hit the books again. Whether you're loading up for your first day at high school, finding your stride in college, or you're making the long haul in university graduate programs, we've got the best tech for back to school season right here.

Android gadgets of the week: D-Link Water Sensor, SmartPrompt Pan and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 9 Aug 2015 1:52 pm
SmartPrompt Pan
We're hauling out the best Android gadgets of the week again! We're always on the lookout for the snazziest in wearables, smart home devices, cases, wireless speakers, and anything else that can connect to your phone or tablet. This go-around, D-Link has a new way of letting you know when your basement's flooding, and a new frying pan on Indiegogo pings your phone when you're ruining dinner....

Best Android gadgets of the week: Moto Surround, Amazon Dash Button, and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 2 Aug 2015 7:34 pm
Moto Surround
This weekend we're rounding up the best new Android accessories to hit the market again. Amazon pulled the trigger on the public launch of their incredibly convenient shopping button, while Motorola offered up two new pairs of headphones. There's plenty more, so dive in!

How to use Tasker to shuffle your playlists on Sonos by voice

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Posted by Simon Sage on 30 Jul 2015 7:29 pm
If there are two things we love in the modern home, it's Tasker and Sonos. Tasker is an absurdly powerful Android app that can fire off actions when certain triggers are met. Sonos is a polished lineup of connected home speakers that talk to each other seamlessly and plug into every streaming music service out there. Without an IFTTT channel, it can be a little hard dealing with your Sonos...

Android Central's summer accessory guide

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Posted by Simon Sage on 30 Jul 2015 6:00 pm
The best summer accessories
Gear up for the summer! We've spent a little over a week diving into phone accessories that are perfect for the summertime. Now we're ready to wrap it all up. There's been a big focus on rugged and waterproof accessories to handle your extreme adventures, though you're likely to find many of these useful year-round.

LifeProof FRE case review for the Samsung Galaxy S6

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Posted by Simon Sage on 29 Jul 2015 6:07 pm
LifeProof Free for the Samsung Galaxy S6
LifeProof has made a name for itself by making some of the best-known waterproof phone cases out there. We took the FRE case for a dip with the Samsung Galaxy S6 to see just how well it fared.

Five super rugged Bluetooth speakers

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Posted by Simon Sage on 27 Jul 2015 2:26 pm
Braven BRV-PRO
Your extreme lifestyle demands some extreme speakers. We've rounded up the best rugged Bluetooth speakers we could find. You'll want to have one of these for a soundtrack while hitting the trails, beaches, slopes, or whatever other rough-and-tumble environment you like finding yourself in. These speakers are even good for taking calls in a pinch. In some cases, they'll also be waterproof, but...

Best Android gadgets of the week: Incipio OffGRID, Sony Smart Speaker, and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 26 Jul 2015 7:17 pm
Incipio OffGRID for the S6
We've got another batch of the best Android accessories released recently. There's a full range of gadgets here to consider, including Bluetooth speakers, fitness trackers, cases, and anything else that might improve life with your Android phone or tablet. We've also been writing a ton about accessories perfect for the summer this week, namely in terms of stuff that's rugged or waterproof. Be...

OtterBox Defender series case for the Samsung Galaxy S6

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Posted by Simon Sage on 25 Jul 2015 6:23 pm
OtterBox defender series for the Samsung Galaxy S6
I've spent the last two weeks rocking the OtterBox Defender Series case, and it's been doing a fine job of keeping my Samsung Galaxy S6 secure, both out on the trails while camping (more on that here) and at home at my desk.

Goal Zero Venture 30 waterproof battery pack review

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Posted by Simon Sage on 24 Jul 2015 2:43 pm
This summer I went camping with the Goal Zero Venture 30 7,800 mAh backup battery. My grand ambitions of getting a tan from something other than a computer screen led me to find a battery that could handle all sorts of treacherous terrain, and the Venture 30 is built for the job. Not only does it have a grippy, rubberized rim for impact protection while stomping around in the woods, it is...

A geek's guide to camping with your phone

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Posted by Simon Sage on 22 Jul 2015 11:30 am
Taking to the woods is supposed to be a chance to unplug. Dip your toes in the water. Go on a hike. Get some sun. Swat some bugs. At least that's how the theory goes. If I were any good at camping I would have left the phone, tablet and dozen backup batteries at home. But my addiction to screens is what some may classify as "crippling." There's no reason a phone or tablet can't enhance your...

Best Android gadgets of the week: MOOV Now, SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick, and more

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Posted by Simon Sage on 19 Jul 2015 3:24 pm
It's another week and another round of excellent Android accessories. Every Sunday, we try to find great products that have been released recently and play nice with your Android phone or tablet. These include fitness trackers, speakers, and some more basic (but admittedly useful) gadgets. Without further ado, let's dig in.

This week's best Android gadgets: Olympus A01, iStabilizer Gimbal, and more!

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Posted by Simon Sage on 5 Jul 2015 1:48 pm
Deck out your Android device with these awesome new accessories! Once more we're putting together the latest releases of Android-friendly connected devices. We'll dive into audio, video, protection, photography, and any other niche where there might be a cool accessory lurking. This week we're showing off a few things that will fit nicely into your summer regimen. Take a look!

The best Android gadgets of the week for June 28

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Posted by Simon Sage on 29 Jun 2015 12:56 pm
Logitech Type S keyboard
We've rounded up another week's worth of solid Android accessories. These connected devices recently hit the market or just went on preorder, and range the gamut of audio, video, wearables, cases, and anything in between. That said, we're confident you'll find something here to complement your Android phone or tablet. Let's dig in!

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