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
![Synology DiskStation DS224+ review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zwiFAa2FkXip8r9xKenRHi-320-80.jpg)
Best NAS for home 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Home storage There are lots of great choices if you're looking for the best NAS for home use. I've used dozens of NAS models over the years, and I rounded up the best home NAS servers you can buy today.
![Back view of Porsche Design Honor Magic 6 RSR against colorful background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ybL4HRZRd99E7S5Pp8vitC-320-80.jpg)
Porsche Design Honor Magic 6 RSR review: Taking things to a whole new level
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Zooming ahead Honor made a Porsche Design version of the Magic 6 Pro, and it is called the Magic 6 RSR. The phone is now available globally, and it may just be one of the best overall packages of 2024.
![2024 Smartphone collection](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4jsojQQA3UuRsQkiKeeuJf-320-80.jpg)
Android phones with the best battery life 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Go long Need a phone that lasts over a day consistently? We've got you covered.
![Storage settings on an Android phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DbkpPtgaBhSSWtq4uXwMdi-320-80.jpg)
How to free up storage space on Android
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Judy Sanhz published
More space Free up storage space and get that much-needed storage. We'll show you how to free up storage space and keep your Android working smoothly.
![Comparing the Google Pixel 6a hardware with the Google Pixel 7a](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RijxYqLh7QCwLWxmuecR2c-320-80.jpg)
I used the Pixel 7a extensively — here's what I want to see in the Pixel 8a
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired The Pixel 7a is the best mid-range phone you can buy today, and with the Pixel 8a set to launch soon, here's what I want to see in the device.
![Angry Miao Cyberblade review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5y7uThrPt5b5d9w5MWnGAd-320-80.jpg)
Angry Miao Cyberblade review: These $199 gaming earbuds are unlike anything I've used before
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
RGB everywhere Angry Miao is a boutique brand that rolls out unique designs, and its Cyberblade gaming earbuds are ridiculous.
![UGREEN DXP480T Plus NAS review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P488JH8BJkb4Q4QQdnxYVQ-320-80.jpg)
UGREEN DXP480T Plus review: This Thunderbolt 4-enabled all-flash NAS server is magnificent
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Flashy The DXP480T is significantly smaller than most other NAS servers, and it delivers outstanding performance.
![Moondrop MIAD01](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GEiCViHFZ6MZbnZJJVxcai-320-80.jpg)
Audio brand Moondrop just launched a $399 Android phone with 3.5mm and 4.4mm ports
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Moondrop is making a phone, and the MIAD01 is now available for $399. But should you buy it? That's another matter altogether.
![Android 15 logo on Pixel 8 next to Pixel 7a and 7 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LmDEBeSE5Yia7z5BCvWuDg-320-80.jpg)
When will my phone get Android 15?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Android 15 public beta is now available, so let's take a look at when your phone will get the update.
![Baseus Eli Sport 1 earbuds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nWEhQiQeW4hBFX4FY6Xxp8-320-80.jpg)
Baseus Eli Sport 1 review: These budget open-ear earbuds are amazing
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Unmatched comfort There's been a steady rise in open-ear audio gear, and Baseus just launched a set of budget open-ear earbuds that may just be the best available.
![Seagate Exos X24 24TB HDD review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jubWPN9jqKeLdZDnVh3aum-320-80.jpg)
Seagate Exos X24 24TB review: This $479 24TB NAS HDD is the ultimate enthusiast upgrade
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Store everything Seagate's Exos X24 series is now available widely, and the 24TB variant is the ideal choice if you need to store a lot of data on a single drive.
![Fiio JH5 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sBLJ3r6ab3FCVwkwsWJCYM-320-80.jpg)
Fiio JH5 review: These see-through budget IEMs put Nothing to shame
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Seeing is believing Fiio's JH5 is the latest entrant in the Jade Audio series of budget IEMs, and it may just be the best.
![OPPO Find X7 Ultra review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vUaDdW2oEvZuYhsYBY8jqn-320-80.jpg)
OPPO Find X7 Ultra long-term review: The best phone you can't buy
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Ultra cameras The Find X7 Ultra has one of the best cameras of any phone available today — but you can't buy it.
![OnePlus 7T next to other OnePlus phones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/279ST2c5LqUZf8RAcFh8bR-320-80.jpg)
Here's how I reuse old phones
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Most of us have old phones that are just gathering dust in a drawer. Here are a few things you can do to reuse older phones.
![Google Drive web gets dark mode](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2QiuuNUyS4KYbeiDi5mTJJ-320-80.jpg)
Google Drive for the web FINALLY gets dark mode, and it's wonderful
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
About time Google has decided to roll out dark mode to Drive on the web, and it is now available to all users worldwide.
![Fiio K19 DAC review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6sVWgM8azJ4LY7KQRrx5eg-320-80.jpg)
Fiio K19 review: The ultimate DAC upgrade
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Endgame Fiio makes some of the best DACs you can buy, and with the K19, it is delivering a halo product that is absolutely incredible.
![OnePlus 12 camera island next to OnePlus 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V2UZcanyFQqZVSzA2Rz48K-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus runs into a setback in its biggest market
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Ban hammer Over 4,500 retail outlets in key parts of India will discontinue sales of OnePlus phones, tablets, and accessories from May 1.
![Honor Pad 9 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w43pewNx3wyLpcy4bVLFKJ-320-80.jpg)
Honor Pad 9 review: A terrific budget Android tablet with a big caveat
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Oversized fun The Honor Pad 9 is an extra-large tablet that's geared toward entertainment. Combine that with a great value, and you have one of the best budget Android tablets around.
![Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE1000 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7h49zbfjFSQGUsnpBbHeaX-320-80.jpg)
Best Wi-Fi 6E router 2024
By Samuel Contreras, Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Extend your Wi-Fi The ROG Rapture is the ultimate Wi-Fi 6E pick, but there are plenty of other options if you're looking to upgrade.
![Android 15 logo on Pixel 8](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WymQhvqn9KZWMgDvhbDvdg-320-80.jpg)
How to install the Android 15 beta on your phone right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The latest version of Android is here in beta form, and here's how you can get started before everyone else.
![ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/buN8YTwhvAzsCAjTC2hT3T-320-80.jpg)
Best ASUS phones 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
ASUS isn't making as many phones as it used to, with the brand focusing on two distinct product lines. These are the best ASUS phones that you can buy today.
![A Leonid Afremov painting displayed on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's more vivid display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XLwYWz4prZwct4v95dTcJW-320-80.jpg)
What is UWB and which Samsung Galaxy phones support it?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Go ultra Ultra-wideband is a new standard that has been range than Bluetooth, and it unlocks a suite of new features.
![OnePlus Nord CE4 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sSJ6utHvLZrt6GwwV4UCqN-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Nord CE4 review: Still not good enough
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Nord what you need The Nord CE4 has a lot to offer, but OnePlus just hasn't done enough to differentiate the phone against its rivals.