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October 31
- Here's why Galaxy XR is replacing my monitor/TV/desk/etc
- Why I'm intrigued by Galaxy XR as a gaming device
- The Fairphone 6 coming to the US means I'll be spending $900 and I ain't even mad about it
- Not launching its Trifold phone in the US is the smart move by Samsung
October 30
- Battling the bulge: Understanding why smartphone batteries swell, the factors that can lead to it, and how you can avoid damaging your phone's battery
- Beyond the Galaxy XR headset: Here's how Samsung's Android XR smart glasses can challenge the already excellent Ray-Ban Meta glasses and why we have high expectations
October 28
- Google is set to release the new Home Speaker next spring. Should you buy it? These are the potential pros and cons of the upcoming smart speaker, based on what we know so far
- Is BURGA the new CASETiFY? These Pixel 10 accessories make it seem so, and if you're looking for a stylish phone case, this is one of the first places you should look
- Will the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra S Pen support Bluetooth features?
October 27
- Ask Jerry: Why is Google using a 'mid-range' chip in its flagship phones? Diving into why the Pixel still uses Tensor instead of Snapdragon and why that's probably not going to change anytime soon
- I've already taken 100 pictures with the OnePlus 15. Here's what to expect
October 26
- I tested Garmin integration on Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses, and it's a useful but flawed feature that will appeal to some Garmin watch users, but not all. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly
October 25
- The Pixel Watch may not be my ideal workout smartwatch, but it did the unthinkable — it helped me not hate running, thanks to some Fitbit AI magic
- Google says its new carbon capture initiative unlocks 'a critical technology pathway to enable a clean, affordable, reliable energy future,' but are initiatives like this a savior or a smokescreen as AI becomes more power-hungry?
October 24
- Here's how the Samsung Galaxy XR headset can live up to its $1,799 price tag
- There are only three reasons you should buy a tablet this huge
- This thermal camera let me see just how much my phone was overheating
- I tested the OPPO Find X9 Pro's camera — I can't believe how good it is
October 23
- AI in Motion: The Road to AI and the Future of Mobile
- Unlock the best Bluetooth audio on your Android phone with these game-changing dongles
- Can the Google Pixel Watch 4 fit Pixel Watch 3 bands?
- Does the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold fit Pixel 9 Pro Fold cases?
- Ditch the Galaxy Tab S11 — Huawei's MatePad Pro is the tablet upgrade you want
October 22
- The secret sauce behind the Samsung Galaxy XR headset
- Samsung Galaxy XR: Price, specs, games, controllers, and everything you need to know
- Exclusive: The road to AI — How it will transform our relationship with technology
- Govee's latest TV backlight gets HDR integration, and it's terrific
- These AI sports glasses are the ideal rival to Oakley's Meta Vanguard
- I used Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, and it's the 'laptop for your face' you've been waiting for
October 21
- These $42 earbuds are Powerbeats Pro 2 killers that cost $200 less
- I've been testing the Oakley Meta Vanguard, and they're the best smart glasses ever (for me)
- With 2026 flagships, two-day battery life is finally a reality
October 20
- Buying old versus buying new: Make sure you're getting the right deal on your next phone
- Can the Suunto Coach replace your trainer with AI? I tested it to find out
- UGREEN's DH2300 and DH4300 Plus are the budget NAS models you need
- I used Huawei's Mate XT — here's I want to see in Samsung's tri-fold phone
October 19
- COROS APEX 4 fitness test: Rolling back to the old ways, with new perks
October 18
- The Garmin Venu 4 is becoming my new favorite fitness watch
- Faster charging isn't the answer. We need better batteries.
October 17
- This phone's ridiculously low price isn't even it's main selling point
- Samsung reportedly drops plans to launch a Galaxy S26 Edge. Here's why I'm not surprised
October 16
- Steam Deck or Meta Quest? This skydiving tag game doesn't make you choose
- OxygenOS 16 on the OnePlus 13 is stunning! Here are my 8 favorite new things
- Tech Talk: What makes a phone battery go haywire and explode?
October 15
- Pixel Watch 4 repairability puts Apple, Garmin, and Samsung on notice
- Honor Magic 8 Pro hands-on: A new gold standard
October 14
- Windows 10 is gone, but ChromeOS Flex can fill the void
- Ask Jerry: What happens to my photos after I upload them?
- Google Fi is selling the 2025 Moto G for only $50. Should you buy it?
- Android vs. iPhone: Which platform is better for mobile AI?
- How fast is the Samsung Galaxy S26 charging speed?
October 13
- It's time to break up with your music streaming app — your phone deserves better
- I used Vivo's X300 and X300 Pro — they're the ultimate 200MP camera upgrade
October 12
- The one AirPods Pro 3 feature I want Google and Samsung to copy
- Is orange really the new black, or are smartphone trends blurring the lines of originality?
- I tested the Google Pixel Watch 4's fitness tools and accuracy against my Garmin Forerunner
October 11
- 3 reasons why you should consider buying a hybrid smartwatch
- Denmark's Prime Minister says social media is 'stealing our children's childhood.' Is it?
- I used the Vivo X200 FE for two months — this is the small Android phone I've always wanted
October 10
- Why I don't care that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold isn't the thinnest foldable
- Wear OS 6 is one of the best parts of the Pixel Watch 4
- Tech Talk: How can AI translate text and speech in real-time?
- TeamGroup's PD20 is a portable SSD with a difference
- Will the Samsung Galaxy S26 support Qi2 magnetic charging?
October 9
- When does the Samsung Galaxy S26 launch?
- A hand-tracked VR game on a phone shouldn't be possible, but here we are
- The iPhone Air is the coolest phone I used in 2025
- WiiM's $529 Amp Ultra is in a league of its own
October 8
- The Google Pixel Watch 4 impressed me with its upgrades, but it has its quirks
- I've spent a week with the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and I'm surprised
- This is the Realme 15 Pro Game of Thrones Limited Edition
October 7
- How Verizon uses AI, drones, and robots to keep your phone connected during a crisis
- I found a few surprising reasons to stick with your old black & white e-reader
- Why the Marshall Kilburn III is my new favorite Bluetooth speaker
- Ask Jerry: How can I improve my battery life?
- Do Meta AI glasses support prescription lenses?
October 6
- Just browsing — why you should check out Amazon's deal days even if you don't plan on buying anything
- AirPods Pro 3 vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Which is better for live translate?
- I used Bose's SoundLink Plus for two months — it is now my favorite Bluetooth speaker
October 5
- YouTube Music 'borrowed' this divisive Spotify AI feature, and I don't hate it
- When 'Hey Google' becomes a baby's first words in an AI-Driven world
- Ray-Ban Meta tips and tricks: Key AI features for Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Meta Display glasses
October 4
- These two AI shortcuts have become an invaluable part of my Android experience
- You're using AI more than you realize: Here's how it powers your everyday tasks
October 3
- This is the best thing about the ever-evolving wave of AI on our phones
October 2
- Meta AI just created the next evolution of the Photosphere
- Exclusive: How Google and Amazon are making your smart home truly intelligent
October 1
- Tech Talk: What phone hardware does it take for good, fast AI?
- These are the 5 best AI features on the Google Pixel 10 Pro I actually use
- How the Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra gimbal uses AI to elevate your mobile videos