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Mint Mobile is still running an offer that gives you $500 off the Galaxy S26 and 50% off a year of the Unlimited plan.

Amazon is slashing up to 38% off some of its best Kindle e-readers, days before Prime Day is set to go live.

Nothing is taking its anti-Apple fight to US store shelves, but despite Carl Pei's bold talk, Apple's ecosystem remains a much tougher opponent than any Instagram stunt.

The stable build of Android 17 is now available, and I used it on my Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This is the rundown of all the new features, and what you need to know about using Android 17 on your device.

Problems reportedly surfaced for users downloading One UI 8.5 with a Galaxy S23 Ultra.

The Honor Watch 6 bets on what users really want: up to 35 days of battery life, solid fitness tracking, and fewer reasons to reach for a charger.

Google detailed its massive June security patch for Pixels, which brings a ton of fixes aimed at solving lingering issues.

Google recently overhauled the Gemini app, but the main chatbot experience isn't the best part. Gemini Live is finally useful for everyday queries.

Google revealed an upgraded Android Switch tool for Android 17 that completely transfers your iPhone's data to a new phone.

Did you sign up for the Android Beta for Pixel program but are regretting it now? Don't worry, there's a way to exit the program without losing all your data.

Verizon just launched a new wireless plan that could make its 5G Ultra Wideband network more accessible than ever before.

Thermal cameras are a great way to identify and troubleshoot overheating gadgets, and Thermal Master's P4 is the best one I've used yet. The best part? It's on sale right now.

Google's new Home Speaker pairs Gemini AI with upgraded audio and a surprisingly affordable $99 price tag.

Samsung reportedly rolled out One UI 9 Beta 3 to Galaxy S26 phones in a few regions.

Bezels? What bezels?

Samsung's new 40,000-nit XR displays could finally make slimmer AR glasses practical, but real-world products still need to prove they're more than flashy demos.

Viture, Nvidia revealed the Helix safety smart glasses at AWE 2026, and these glasses feature strong AI for "assisted workflows."

Samsung, Spider-Man: Brand New Day swing into a real-world collaboration with the movie's Spidey Tracker.

Amazon's Big Sale is just days away, but you don't need to wait to find a wireless headphones or earbuds deal under $200.

Check your Pixel phone - Android 17 is rolling out right now!

Google's huge June Pixel Drop has a few features you need to know about for Android 17's full release.

Android 17 is here, and so are Google's updated parental controls for kids as school lets out for the summer.

Wear OS 7 brings smarter features, better battery life, and deeper Gemini integration to Pixel Watches, though Google's most exciting AI upgrades are still coming later this year.

Qualcomm's latest XR chip is designed to power the Android XR ecosystem.

Xreal debuted its Project Aura smart glasses, which offer a lightweight, multimodal AI experience with a wide FOV for its virtual display.

The Nothing Phone (3) is one of the most unique phones on the market, and thanks to this early Prime Day deal, you can grab the device for its lowest price ever recorded.

Vivo's X Fold 6 packs flagship cameras and a brighter display into a foldable, but its China-first launch means many users could miss out.

Galaxy Watches in the U.S. reportedly begin receiving a Wear OS security patch that might miss a major fix.

Commodore's Callback 8020 strips away social media and distractions, betting that burned-out users want a simpler phone without giving up the essentials.

Chrome's next update could break some of your favorite ad blockers.

Prime Day is nearly here, but Amazon has decided to drop some of its best Fire device deals early.

Metro by T-Mobile has added some new devices to its "Free Phone" list, with picks from Samsung, Motorola, and TCL up for grabs.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Watch 9 are getting ready for the US.

Here's everything you need to know about the UK social media ban for under 16s.

The Honor Magic V6 is the best in so many ways, it's hard to see how Honor follows this up.

Google is teaming up with the FBI to sue the massive scam ring that weaponized Gemini to flood your phone with phishing texts.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 isn't that far away, but fears of a price hike make the decision to wait or to buy complicated. Here's what you need to know.

The Oura Ring 5 is slimmer and sleeker than ever. Check out all the colors of the Ring 5 to help you find the one you love!

The 2026 Motorola Razr phones have impressive cameras, but there are a few things you can do to make the most of them.

Leaks and rumors are pointing to another exciting year for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series, and the Z Fold 8 may just change things up in one of the biggest ways yet.

Rumors bring Oppo into the "wide foldable" game, stating it's already working on its own take.

Nothing is supposedly working on another pair of budget earbuds: the Ear 3a, as prices reportedly leak.

Nothing says tech can be fun, debuts its phones and audio series at Best Buy across hundreds of U.S. Best Buy stores.

Murena takes a bold step forward with its privacy-focused software for users, making it easier than ever to get away from Google.

Prime Day is still over a week away, but Amazon is already dropping smartwatch deals like there's no tomorrow.

I'm still very much in the honeymoon phase with the Motorola Razr Fold, but it's never too early to start thinking about the sequel. Here's my wishlist for the Razr Fold 2027.

One UI 9 finally gives Galaxy phones a built-in network speed meter, but Samsung tucked this long-requested feature away inside Good Lock.

Pixels have been suffering from a frustrating bootloop issue, and Google has reportedly spoken up about it, offering a (hopeful) solution.

This Motorola Razr feature takes out a lot of the guesswork and conducting when you're trying to get someone to take a decent photo of you.