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
Android 16 Developer Preview 1: New features, eligible devices, release date, and more
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Looking ahead The stable Android 15 build is now hitting Pixels, so it's time to take a look at what's coming to Android next year — this is what we know about Android 16.
OPPO Find X8 Pro review: Samsung should be terrified
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Finding glory The Find X8 Pro has made its global debut, and it combines an outstanding camera package with class-leading battery life and the best hardware available today.
Planning a phone upgrade this Black Friday? These are my picks
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Pre-game Black Friday is the best time to upgrade your phone, and if you're looking to do so this year, I have recommendations.
Why wait for Black Friday? Sennheiser's best-selling headphones are heavily discounted right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Easy listening Sennheiser's Momentum 4 are among the best headphones you can buy, and right now, they're down to just $249.
This solid-state micro speaker aims to bring huge sound upgrades to earbuds, XR glasses, and smartwatches
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired The Sycamore is an all-silicon solid-state audio driver made by xMEMS, and it is designed to be used with open-ear products, including earbuds, XR glasses, and smartwatches.
Google Pixel 9 vs. Pixel 8: Which should you buy?
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Make the right call The Google Pixel 9 vs. Pixel 8 comparison will give you the details you need to see if the new Pixel is worth the upgrade.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. OnePlus Open: A thoroughly one-sided contest
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Open and shut Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 doesn't really move the needle too much, and as a result, it loses out to the year-old OnePlus Open.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro review: Ultimate bragging rights
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The ROG Phone 9 Pro is the fastest phone you can buy today, and that isn't likely to change anytime soon.
Three reasons you should wait for the OnePlus 13 — and two reasons not to
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
To wait or not to wait? The OnePlus 13 is launching globally early next year, so should you wait until it goes on sale, or buy the OnePlus 12 right now?
Best external drives for NVIDIA Shield TV Pro
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Andrew Myrick last updated
Store & Stream! We've rounded up the best options for expanding your NVIDIA Shield TV Pro's storage, ranging from standard external hard drives to USB flash drives.
The RedMagic 10 Pro Plus is basically a power bank attached to a gaming phone
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Absolute unit RedMagic's latest gaming phone has a ridiculous 7,050mAh battery.
What is an IP69 rating, and why should you care?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Most flagships these days have IP68 dust and water resistance as standard, but with 2025 phones switching to IP69, it's time to take a look at the standard and see how it's different.
OPPO's answer to the Galaxy S25 is launching globally on November 21
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Come on OPPO is launching the Find X8 and X8 Pro globally on November 21, with both devices touting considerable upgrades.
Google TV Streamer vs. NVIDIA Shield TV Pro 2019: Two solid streaming options
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Stream on NVIDIA's Shield TV Pro continues to be a terrific streaming device. Can Google dethrone the device with its alternative? Let's take a look.
Most Android flagships are getting an exciting battery upgrade in 2025
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Chinese manufacturers are using silicon-carbon batteries in their 2025 flagships, leading to much bigger batteries without any noticeable difference in weight.
Honor Magic V3 long-term review: My new favorite foldable
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
It's Magic The Magic V3 is somehow thinner and lighter than its predecessor, and it is fantastic in daily use.
Best cheap NAS
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
NAS for less These affordable NAS servers let you easily store your precious photos and videos.
OnePlus 14: Everything we know (so far) and want to see
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
What's next OnePlus just launched the OnePlus 13, and while the OnePlus 14 is still a year away, we can guess some of its key features.
I used Dockcase's new MagSafe SSD enclosure with my Pixel 9 Pro XL, and it was great
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Connect away Dockcase has a new MagSafe SSD enclosure that lets you slot in an M.2 2230 or 2242 SSD to use with your phone, and it's very good.
MediaTek's Dimensity 9400 is the biggest challenger to Qualcomm yet
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired MediaTek is doing all the right things lately, and the Dimensity 9400 has secured meaningful design wins.
Xiaomi 15: Everything you need to know about Xiaomi's 2025 flagship
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The next one The Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro have been unveiled in China, and Xiaomi isn't waiting a long time before introducing these models globally.
I used OxygenOS 15 for a week — these are my favorite features
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Faster and smoother OxygenOS 15 is heading into public beta, and I used the Android 15-based interface on my OnePlus 12. This is what I like the most.
Motorola Edge 2024 vs. Google Pixel 8a: It's an easy choice
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Mid-range battle Motorola's Edge 2024 is the latest mid-ranger to take on the mighty Pixel 8a. Does it have what it takes to beat Google in this segment? Let's take a look.
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