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Our first look at Google's Android desktop makes its Chrome OS replacement feel real
Screen recordings reveal Android's desktop-style interface running Chrome and the Play Store.
As if on cue, the Nothing Phone 4a Pro has leaked, with not as much as I hoped
Additional rumors suggested the Nothing Phone 4a Pro has passed its certification overseas with small specification upgrades.
I hate fumbling with cards, so this rumored Google Wallet home screen rework might be nice
Google Wallet was purported to have a rework on the way to make access to users' "favorite" cards easier.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra might nail its display at last, and I’m here for it
Samsung could finally ditch the color-faking tricks for a native 10-bit display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
OnePlus says its anti-rollback restrictions are temporary, and that's a relief
OnePlus says its recent anti-rollback restrictions are temporary and will be lifted soon.
The 'best camera phone for most people' is now $1,000 off at Verizon — no trade-in required!
Add a line with the right unlimited plan and Verizon will hook you up with $1,000 over 36 months. That could put a serious dent in the price of the Google Pixel 10 Pro.
AI Overviews are just getting smarter with Google's Gemini 3 addition for a refined experience
Google announced new features in AI Mode, thanks to its Gemini 3 integration.
Google is finally bringing a cheaper AI Plus subscription to the US. Is it actually worth paying for?
Google's cheaper AI Plus subscription is now available in the U.S., although it's still not the best-value Google subscription tier.
Google’s new theft protection makes your phone a much harder target, and it's the peace of mind I’ve been waiting for
Google's new Android theft protection turns your phone into a brick for criminals - before, during, and after a theft.
Power up! One of our favorite 10,000mAh power banks is currently 23% OFF at Amazon
Hurry, Amazon says this $20 power bank deal is selling fast.
We've seen this before with S25 Edge: Samsung is already bracing for the iPhone Fold
Samsung appears to be preparing a wide-screen foldable as a direct response to Apple's rumored iPhone Fold.
Google TV is rolling out a couple of small quality-of-life tweaks
Google TV is rolling out a few small updates focused on fixes and usability improvements.
The Galaxy Z TriFold is coming to the US, and it made me rethink what a foldable phone can be
Samsung's betting big that its $2,899 triple-folding Galaxy Z TriFold is the laptop-replacing powerhouse the foldable race needs.
Gemini keeps asking me to turn on Personal Intelligence, but I'm keeping it off — sort of
Personal Intelligence is a new Gemini feature that leverages various data types in the Google ecosystem, from emails to photos. Is it a privacy risk?
Verizon is literally giving away FREE $200 gift cards when you switch — here's how to claim yours
Verizon has brought back the stackable offer that gives you a free $200 gift card when you add a line and buy a device on its website.
Battery life vs. charging speed: Which smartphone spec is more important to you?
Between faster charging and longer battery life, we want to know which smartphone spec you care about more.
Solos is taking aim at Meta, EssilorLuxottica for alleged smart glasses patent infringement in pivotal case
Smart glasses are booming, in large part thanks to Meta. But one of its competitors is now accusing Ray-Ban Meta products of violating its patents.
I'm frustrated by this point: Pixel 10 users report major Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues
Pixel 10 users reported serious issues after a recent update was installed.
I’ve waited years for YouTube Music to sync my queue, and it’s finally here
YouTube Music's new queue sync finally lets your music follow you across devices, making switching from phone to laptop or tablet effortless.
Nothing Phone 4a might've just shown up, yet all I want is meaningful upgrades
Rumors alleged the Nothing Phone 4a just surfaced in an overseas database, passing an important hurdle.
Samsung wants to prove the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Watch Ultra's worth through actual sweat, and it won me over
Samsung is stress-testing its Galaxy Watch Ultra in a fitness TV show, proving its premium features are for real athletes and everyday users.
Android 17 might be getting a glassy, iOS-style look — and I'm not surprised
Early leaks suggest Android 17 may adopt a more translucent, blur-heavy interface.
I talked to the brand that's powering the next generation of AR glasses
Appotronics just introduced the Dragonfly G1 Mini, an optical light engine that's set to make AR glasses thinner and better.
Hey, you! Drop your phone bill to 50 bucks or less with my TOP 5 favorite wireless deals of the week
If you're tired of your phone bill, there are plenty of wireless companies that would be eager for your business. Here are my top 5 favorites deals available now.
The Galaxy S26 could change its storage options and, if I'm honest, it's about time
A set of new Galaxy S26 rumors focused on its base model, and alleged changes with storage and battery capacity.
The Galaxy Tab S10 Lite is 'perfect for streaming, browsing, and more', and now it's 20% off at Amazon
This value tablet still comes with the popular Samsung S Pen stylus.
Apple Music is sneakily becoming the best music streamer for Android
With Spotify continually raising prices and YouTube Music failing to meet the moment as a music-first device, Apple Music is emerging as the top option.
Your Kindle’s best free feature is about to cost $60 a year
Instapaper is putting Send to Kindle behind a paywall starting February 19, ending free wireless article delivery for most Kindle users.
Threads cross-posting is helping your parents share way too much personal info online
Threads, the text-first social platform from Meta, just keeps growing. Is it because people are accidentally cross-posting from Facebook and Instagram?
Which Motorola Moto G 2026 model should you buy?
Motorola's Moto G lineup is your home for great-value Android phones, and three 2026 models are already out. Here's who each one is designed for.
Honor Magic 8 Pro vs. OnePlus 15: A flagship matchup that's closer than expected
The Honor Magic 8 Pro and OnePlus 15 are far more alike than different, and this comparison makes that clear.
YouTube will help creators use AI in 2026 — as long as it's not 'slop'
YouTube shared its top priorities for 2026, and yes, building AI features responsibly is one of them. But what exactly does that look like?
Google has proven it can make a compelling foldable, so where's the Pixel Flip?
Google is on its third foldable iteration, but the company has yet to launch a flip phone under the Pixel name. Here's why I think a Pixel flip would make a compelling option.
Google's solution to the Phone app's constant flipping is rolling out
Google made good on a series of user reports, as it rolled out a fix for the Phone app's annoying rotation.
Pixels might set aside exclusivity to get the Galaxy S26 in on Scam Detection
Rumors claimed that Google could let Samsung's Galaxy S26 series in on its exclusive Scam Detection feature.
'We're going to let VR be what it is and what it does great,' says Meta execs regarding Quest changes
Last week's layoffs of 1,500 Reality Labs employees shocked the Meta Quest community, and now Meta is finally explaining what's going to happen next.
Ever wanted to be a meme? This Google Photos update lets you do it in style
Google Photos introduced a "Me Meme" feature for its Create tab, which brings its AI capabilities to users and their funny creations.
Hurry! This 4K Google TV is over 50% OFF and Super Bowl-ready
Best Buy is slashing $350 off the 50-inch QM5K 4K Google TV by TCL, representing over 50% in savings.
Future sealed: TikTok, US agree on 'Joint Venture' to remain accessible to users
TikTok, U.S. Government reached a deal to keep the app's services online for users, as both agreed on a Joint Venture LLC.
Act fast! This 'Fan Edition' Samsung phone just crashed to its lowest price EVER at Amazon
This "Fan Edition" S25 offers a good, entry-level price point into the Galaxy-verse.
I put Xreal 1S and Viture Beast head-to-head to find the best pair of XR glasses you can buy today
Xreal 1S and Viture Beast both challenge what you might expect from a pair of XR glasses, including native 3DoF tracking, real-time 2D to 3D conversion, and more.
You can get hands-on with the Galaxy Z TriFold in these US stores starting today
Samsung is offering hands-on demos of the Galaxy Z TriFold at select U.S. Experience Stores.
Google Home is finally making devices easier to add
Google Home is rolling out a new setup flow that makes adding devices quicker and easier.
Leak about the Galaxy S26 Ultra's display says you'll forget screen protectors existed
Latest Galaxy S26 Ultra display rumors piled on the features, claiming consumers won't need to look at a screen protector.
I tested CMF's Headphone Pro, and I don't want to use another budget headset again
With the Headphone Pro, CMF made the best-looking and best-sounding budget headset yet.
Yep, there's a 'Do Not Disturb' problem with Galaxy Watches, but Samsung's on it
Galaxy Watch owners reported issues with their do-not-disturb feature, but Samsung has finally made a statement about it.
New Pixel 10a leak suggests Google is playing it safe
Google's Pixel 10a looks like it's a clone of its predecessor, launching for $499 with only a possible chip tweak as a real upgrade.
Google Pixel's voicemail bug may be leaking your audio to callers — here's what to do
Instead of recording voicemail, callers may hear background audio from the recipient's phone.
AI Mode gets Personal Intelligence for Gmail, Photos for queries that are all about you
Google introduced Personal Intelligence for AI Mode in Search, as it looked to give users more assistance with queries.
Big Three? More like Big T — switch to T-Mobile and you could save $1,000/yr on wireless with new deal
T-Mobile's newest wireless plan comes with a bounty of entertainment perks and may save you a ton of cash in 2026.
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