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
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.
Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 7a: There's a definitive winner
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Pixelate The Pixel 8a is now available, and it has exciting upgrades over the Pixel 7a that make it a magnificent choice.
I used the Pixel 9 Pro XL for two months — here's what I like (and dislike)
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Likes and dislikes After two months of use, the Pixel 9 Pro XL continues to be one of my favorite phones of 2024.
Stuffcool's 10000mAh Mega 40 power bank is a pint-sized powerhouse
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
This is Mega The Mega 40 has a good design, and you get two USB-C ports that go up to 20W each, delivering 40W in total.
OnePlus releases Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 — here's when your phone will get the update
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Coming soon OnePlus just introduced OxygenOS 15, its Android 15-based interface. With a ton of new features and much better fluidity, it may just be the best OxygenOS update in a long time.
The wait is over — OPPO's Find X8 and X8 Pro are launching globally
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
About time OPPO didn't launch its best phones outside China in the last two years, but that's changing with the Find X8 and X8 Pro.
Dangbei Mars Pro 2 (DBOX02) review: A terrific 4K home laser projector
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Doing it right Dangbei's Mars Pro 2 comes with considerable upgrades, and it may just be one of the best 4K home laser projectors you can buy today.
Snapdragon 8 Elite explained: Custom CPU cores, huge GPU upgrades, and so much more
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Pooooower Qualcomm is once again making custom cores, and the result is that the Snapdragon 8 Elite has a huge advantage over the 8 Gen 3.
Vivo X100 Ultra long-term review: The best camera package of 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The one to beat The X100 Ultra is Vivo's best phone by some margin, but it is limited to China.
Honor's Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Magic 7 series comes with an on-device Autopilot AI
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Next-gen Honor is all set to debut its Magic 7 series in China on October 30. Ahead of the launch, the Chinese manufacturer is showcasing an innovative new Autopilot AI on-device AI agent.
Samsung launched the Galaxy Ring in India — but it shouldn't have bothered
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Samsung (once again) puts itself out of contention in India — this time with the Galaxy Ring. The smart ring costs more than its rivals, and doesn't quite measure up.
UnifyDrive UT2 review: This portable NAS is unlike anything I used before
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
UnifyDrive's UT2 is a portable NAS with a unique feature-set.
Android 15 review: Smooth operator
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Same difference Android 15 doesn't have huge UI changes or groundbreaking features, but it brings a host of smaller tweaks that make a genuine difference in daily use.
Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 is launching sooner than you think
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Faster and smoother OnePlus is introducing the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 on October 24 — just a week from now.
OPPO SuperVOOC: Here's everything you need to know about the best fast charging tech on Android
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Now this is fast OPPO's 100W charging tech is incredible, and it is available on all OnePlus phones as well.
Fiio SR11 review: An affordable network streamer with Roon integration
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Budget Roon server Fiio is going after WiiM with the introduction of the SR11, a budget network streamer with a unique addition: Roon integration.
WD just rolled out a 32TB HDD, and I can't wait to get my hands on one
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired WD has introduced 30TB and 32TB HDDs, and while these are aimed at data centers, the brand is selling a 26TB model to consumers.
XGIMI Horizon S Max review: The ultimate home theater projector — with a caveat
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Take it to the max XGIMI's latest 4K home theater projector is the Horizon S Max, and it is absolutely fantastic.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max review: A towering success
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Time to upgrade Apple Intelligence isn't available at launch, but the features that are available make the iPhone 16 Pro Max a formidable phone.
Valerion's VisionMaster projectors aim to take on XGIMI and Dangbei
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Bring it home Valerion is a new sub-brand of AWOL Vision, and with the VisionMaster series, it is looking to challenge the status quo.
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