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Rumors have now claimed OnePlus might've let go of its Open 2 ambitions moving forward.

Like listening to music while sleeping, but hate the feeling of earbuds in your ears against a pillow? This portable pillow speaker might be for you.

Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft is currently $50 off, if you need a color e-reader without ads.

Tech giants Apple and Google have chosen Gemini to redefine AI integration in Apple devices, signaling a profound shift in strategy for both companies in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

The entry-level Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is going for well over half off at just $129.

The OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 15R both go all-in on raw performance and battery life, but which one is right for you? Here are all the differences.

The Galaxy S26 could feature a 24MP camera mode you have to unlock, delivering way better photos with just a three-second background wait.

Google's new Universal Commerce Protocol lays the foundation for AI agents to handle shopping and checkout, connecting AI, retailers, and payment providers.

With a February 25 launch nearing, multiple leaks are now pointing to the same final Galaxy S26 Ultra design.

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A One UI 8.5 leak on Reddit reportedly showcased the huge, Google-like upgrades planned for Bixby.

It was a massive week for mobile tech. Samsung stole the show with a "creaseless" display breakthrough, while Motorola showed off some new phones, Google dealt with both a major Gemini expansion and a frustrating software hiccup for Pixel owners.

Strava will offer weekly custom workouts across 40 sport types, and let you push them to Apple or Garmin watches.

Motorola and Samsung's latest foldable offerings may be compelling enough to convince foldable holdouts. But there are still some unknowns and hurdles.

The Galaxy A17 5G was just announced this week, but you can already save some serious cash (and get some free goodies) by ordering the phone direct from Samsung.

New data shows a significant shift in traffic share between two major AI players: ChatGPT and Gemini.

Nothing's latest update finally brings solutions to the many problems users had with its software late last year.

Sign up for Visible Wireless using the code SWITCH26 and you could get 26 months of unlimited wireless for as little as $19 per month!

A Disney exec stated that the service is actively seeking ways to implement new short-form content in its services.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 offer the latest in Gemini AI integration.

YouTube started rolling out an update that changes how users filter their searches for better content discovery.

T-Mobile has no shortage of great deals on Android phones; here are some of my favorites from this month.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a revolutionary upgrade with 60W charging, propelling users to 75% battery in just 30 minutes.

OpenAI announced ChatGPT Health, its dedicated wellness space to help users understand their personal well-being.

A Google executive put suspicions to rest regarding its recent major ChromeOS Android-stack announcement.

Many Nintendo Switch games with VR mode have received Switch 2 graphics upgrades, but without proper headset hardware, you may as well not bother.

The OnePlus 15 finally hits store shelves in North America with $100 of free Best Buy cash in tow.

Thousands of brands come to showcase their latest products yearly at CES. And every year, there are a few products that stand out. These are 15 of the coolest products I saw in Las Vegas.

Philips Hue's SpatialAware scans your room to place scenes naturally, making lighting feel designed and supercharging nature scenes.

The Honor Magic 8 Pro's camera system doesn't look like a big upgrade on paper, but a new lens and OIS system did something I didn't expect.

The Honor Magic 8 Pro begins 2026 with a bang, sporting an OLED display with the best brightness and flicker ratings we've seen from an LTPO panel.

Honor's Magic 8 Pro just launched in the UK, betting its 1,100 price tag on an AI-powered camera that aims to fix blurry night photos.

Evidence from the latest Android Canary build points to Pixel 9 phones gaining support for AirDrop-Quick Share cross-sharing capability soon.

CES 2026 is behind us, and these are the products that stood out the most in Las Vegas.

The Moto G Power 2026 vsw. CMF Phone 2 Pro is a solid battle among sub-$300 phones, but for most, the CMF Phone 2 Pro will come out on top.

Fresh off the impressive OpenFit 2+, Shokz has launched the OpenFit Pro with open-ear noise cancellation, wear detection, and other new perks.

Google's latest Gmail update blends AI search, writing tools, and inbox prioritization into one experience.

Samsung is pulling Arlo's smart security platform deeper into SmartThings, aiming to turn the app into a true all-in-one home security hub.

Spotify's Messages gets a new year patch, as it prepares two key features for music-lovers on Android.

Google's Pixel phones are struggling this new year following a recent Play systems update, per reports.

At CES 2026, Google unveiled Gemini for Google TV, that transforms viewing experiences by delivering personalized insights, multimedia interactions, and intuitive controls.

Additional rumors surfaced, claiming the camera and battery contents of the OnePlus 15T ahead of its launch in 2026.

Samsung has dropped the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) down to the same price as the Watch 8 Classic, if you prefer better battery life to a rotating bezel.

Whether you own the Pixel Watch 4 41mm or 45mm, there are simple ways to extend its capacity beyond the typical 30- or 40-hour estimate.

Mint Mobile is ushering in the new year by carving 50% off its Unlimited plan. New users only!

Motorola has a new smartwatch called the Moto Watch, and it has an elegant design, clean interface, and fitness monitoring by Polar.