Harish Jonnalagadda
Harish Jonnalagadda is Android Central's Senior Editor overseeing Asian markets. 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 Senior Editor of Asia, he manages 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 Kindle Oasis, and occasionally yelling at the TV in frustration as Arsenal squander yet another title run.
Latest articles by Harish Jonnalagadda
![OnePlus Nord 4 Android page](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QzLV2tNspraKYvipBktKtM-320-80.jpg)
How many software updates will the OnePlus Nord 4 receive?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Guaranteed The OnePlus Nord 4 just became the best OnePlus phone if you need long-term software updates.
![EcoFlow Delta 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DgbGqQnKMmraYPHR7T58rj-320-80.jpg)
Hurry — this insane Prime Day power station deal is running out of juice
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Charge anything EcoFlow's Delta 2 is a 1024Wh power station that is one of the best around. And right now, it's down to just $479.
![Amazon Kindle Paperwhite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4CiewCXXq9ENjpTjJEwucG-320-80.jpg)
Best Amazon Kindle e-reader 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Amazon's best Amazon makes the best e-readers money can buy. Whether you're looking to pick up your first e-reader or to upgrade, these are the best Kindle e-readers.
![Mecool KM2 Plus Deluxe](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q8Q8Q8nTJpyd7HmZdgx3TN-320-80.jpg)
I finally found an Android TV box that rivals the Shield TV Pro, and it's $119 for Prime Day
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The Shield TV Pro is still the best Android TV box, but I just found an alternative that's almost as good that's a much better value.
![SK Hynix Tube T31 SSD](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x8xBCHzYNBhzUYu9yh2NyE-320-80.jpg)
This USB stick is actually a 1TB SSD, and it's just $69 for Prime Day
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hidden gem Want an external SSD that looks like a regular USB drive? Meet the SK Hynix Tube T31.
![OnePlus 12R review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SndodgpnC3EU6XhtkiTaTP-320-80.jpg)
I tested over 50 phones in 2024 — these are my Prime Day picks
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Time to upgrade I get to use a lot of phones, and it has been incredibly busy in 2024. I'm sharing my wisdom, so here are the best phones to buy during Prime Day.
![Google Pixel 8 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RqZdaSY2y6q65n3Auhn4EH-320-80.jpg)
My favorite small phone just picked up an insane discount
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Google has discounted the Pixel 8 to just $499, bringing it on par with the Pixel 8a.
![Synology DiskStation DS224+ review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zwiFAa2FkXip8r9xKenRHi-320-80.jpg)
My favorite NAS servers are finally discounted for Prime Day — but these deals won't last
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Storage season Prime Day is the best time to pick up a NAS server, and right now, several best-selling models are heavily discounted.
![The Kindle (2022) screen saver showing the current book cover](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ln3HKDkKJTQhgp5i7w3Dh6-320-80.jpg)
Amazon's best-selling Kindle is down to an unbelievable price right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Go on The latest-gen Kindle is packed with useful features, and right now, it is selling at just $84.
![UGREEN 145W 25000mAh Power Bank review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cpBZEfvAjeEfKN4mVVxZZY-320-80.jpg)
This Prime Day power bank deal is so good I'm buying two
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Power up UGREEN's 25000mAh power bank charges devices over USB PD 3.1 and goes up to 145W, and it is now available for just $75 — an unmissable deal.
![Seagate IronWolf NAS drive in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TK6RneqS3jxpWLdvoNefYo-320-80.jpg)
I used this 12TB NAS HDD for over 35,000 hours — and it's just $199 during Prime Day
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Store away Seagate's IronWolf is the best NAS HDD around, and most of the drives are heavily discounted for Prime Day.
![OnePlus Open review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7uJPeVbiugCGu73uNo9eL-320-80.jpg)
Forget the Galaxy Z Fold 6 — this foldable is better in every way, and it's down to $1,299 for Prime Day
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Open up The OnePlus Open gets an insane discount, and is down to just $1,299. Want to switch to a foldable? Now is the time to do it.
![OnePlus 12 camera island next to OnePlus 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V2UZcanyFQqZVSzA2Rz48K-320-80.jpg)
Best OnePlus phones 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Never Settle Thinking about making the switch to a OnePlus phone, but not sure which model to get? We're here to help you.
![Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dkUzZMfxpGxDraJZ7LCkhd-320-80.jpg)
With its latest foldables, Samsung proves that it can't innovate anymore
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Samsung no longer understand what its customers want.
![The bright display and square corners of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QN85g8fzg98oeUSwRzFWFK-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. Google Pixel Fold: Which should you buy?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Fold against Fold The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is now official, so let's see how it measures up against Google's Pixel Fold.
![The bright display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eyFvcp7fLk24pBuBprGsiK-320-80.jpg)
How many software updates will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 receive?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Lasts long Samsung is rolling out its seven-year update guarantee to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 as well, and that's great.
![The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 colors in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wBRgiZmxrYvhgxvquYg5td-320-80.jpg)
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 waterproof?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Dunk it Samsung is taking things to a new level by adding IP48 dust and water resistance to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Read on to find out why that's a big deal.
![Crucial X9 Pro SSD next to notebook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VbYUejRPHEZgm48NV7ZjLe-320-80.jpg)
Crucial X9 Pro review: Still one of the best external SSDs around — with a glaring issue
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Crucial Crucial knows what it's doing when it comes to external SSDs, and the X9 Pro is among its best yet.
![The vivid color profile on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Cq3ZabMPTQ7aCcYQuaY9bL-320-80.jpg)
Best Samsung phones 2024
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.
![Tribit StormBox Flow front view against colorful background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ak9zK2ncRBqfLpfE34NMcV-320-80.jpg)
Tribit StormBox Flow review: The only budget Bluetooth speaker you'll need
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Make the music flow Tribit makes a lot of great budget Bluetooth speakers, and the Flow is a standout showing that has IP67 ingress protection, all at just $60.
![The Ultrahuman Ring Air held in fingertips to show the Ultrahuman logo engraved inside.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YfqvMSCCxKbLw7zSnUdfPb-320-80.jpg)
The Ultrahuman Ring Air is terrific — here's what I want to see in the Galaxy Ring
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired I used a smart ring for most of 2024, and I think it has the potential to redefine wearables. With Samsung set to launch the Galaxy Ring soon, here's what I want to see in the brand's smart ring.
![Scuf Nomad gaming controller review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tmGe2jkD86RjgdNowqUCu3-320-80.jpg)
Scuf Nomad review: A terrific mobile gaming controller — with one caveat
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Game on Scuf just introduced a mobile controller, and it is amazing — this is what you need to know about the Nomad.
![Fiio JA11 USB-C DAC review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZMPDHWZ88XqkETpMGNihMj-320-80.jpg)
Fiio JA11 review: This $15 dongle DAC is too good to be true
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
#Donglelife Fiio just launched the JA11, and the dongle DAC costs just $15. I used it nearly a month, and I think it is the best value in audio right now.