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The upcoming buds from OnePlus are all set to launch on January 4 in China, next to the OnePlus Ace 3.

We might cringe at the price of modern flagship phones, but that hasn't stopped us from buying them. Premium phones hit record sales figures in 2023, a study says.

Google is looking for feedback on its Bard chatbot, and users can chime in on Reddit with their 2024 wishlist for the service.

Fitbit first filed a patent to detect how well your fitness tracker is fitted to your wrist for more accurate results in 2019. More than four years later, it officially owns the concept.

X is bringing back URL previews with headlines, but things are a bit different.

Samsung confirmed its Unpacked event will be held in January while simultaneously beginning its device reservations.

Microsoft has launched its Copilot AI assistant app on the Play Store for Android phones.

Newly surfaced rumors suggest the Galaxy S24 Ultra could be get a substantial boost to its video recordings.

The T-Mobile-powered MVNO carrier Mint Mobile is bringing back one of its most popular deals on wireless service - but it won't be around forever.

The Meta Quest 2 got it's first real price drop, bringing it down to half the price of a Meta Quest 3 permanently.

Google is finally rolling out its DND and Bedtime sync feature on the original Pixel Watch.

Google might be pulling the plug on Driving Mode in Google Maps in early 2024.

A code deep dive uncovered Android Auto's AI-backed message summaries, courtesy of Google Assistant.

We're expecting big things from Chromebooks in 2024, and if this hands-on with the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is anything to go by, that's exactly what we'll be getting.

Google promised years of software support for the Pixel 6. Two years down the line, it's nearly unusable.

Looking to get a high-end tablet? The iPad Pro 12.9-inch is still the obvious choice, but the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra isn't far behind.

With the X100 Pro, Vivo has delivered one of the best camera packages of any Android phone available today. Read on to see why the device has the potential to be one of the best of 2024.

Get ready for the AI watch wars, an explosion of smart rings and glasses, and a make-or-break moment for brands like Fitbit that need a real win to stay in the wearables game.

The Garmin Venu 3 is our favorite fitness smartwatch, while the Venu Sq 2 is a compromise pick that costs much less. They're both relatively mainstream compared to most rugged (aka ugly) Garmin watches, so you'll want to start with one of these. But which?

Along with tons of content from networks like BET, MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, and CBS, the Paramount Plus streaming service features original shows, classic Paramount films, and more.

Chromeboxes are great for basic tasks or daily work and there are different options to choose from. For one, you'll likely want to find a Chromebox that allows you to upgrade the hardware later, and for that, the ASUS Chromebox 4 is perfect.

Though not perfect, the Gabb Watch 3 does an excellent job of balancing features that kids and parents want while keeping safety at the forefront.

What Google needs to do to win back user trust in 2024.

Rumors have surfaced regarding Samsung's Galaxy S24 series and one model could beget more from consumers.

That popular Verizon Fios deal that gets you a free Xbox Series X is officially about to expire, so if you've been on the fence, now's the time to make a decision.

As Samsung begins cellular testing for the S24 series, it looks like the phones may miss out on satellite connectivity.

This was a great year for Chromebooks and the overall ChromeOS platform. But there are a few things I'm hoping to see come over the course of 2024.

The Charge 6 made a few key upgrades over the Charge 5, but whether or not they're enough for you will depend on whether or not you liked the last-gen fitness tracker - because they're basically twins.

Big sound, situational awareness, and long battery life are the hallmarks of the Anker Soundcore AeroFit Pro, but you may want to skip the smaller AeroFit.

We called the Forerunner 265 the best running watch on the market, but it's actually the 965. The only problem is that the 965 is quite expensive, so you may want to save money with its mid-range sibling - which has most of the same tech.

Christmas may be over, but you can still nab a sweet 43% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8, our favorite cheap Android tablet.

This year was a monumental year for VR in so many ways and, yet, 2024 has the potential to be even more amazing.

Meta Quest headsets have long been able to cast natively to Chromecast devices, but it seems Meta is removing the functionality altogether.

Now you can answer calls on your laptop with the release of the Samsung Phone app for Windows.

OnePlus confirmed its Buds Pro 3 will launch in early January for the Chinese market.

ASUS started rolling out its Android 14 update for its Zenfone 10 owners, packed with revamped apps and fixes.

Mint Mobile's "Buy Three, Get Three" deal is officially about to expire, so now's your last chance to score some dirt cheap wireless powered by T-Mobile.

The Fire TV Edition bridges the gap between streaming sticks and smart TVs, making your entertainment delivery nearly seamless. These are the best on the market right now.

Android manufacturers released a lot of standout devices in 2023, and with 2024 just around the corner, here's what I want to see from phone manufacturers next year.

Samsung is keeping its promise to bring some of the latest features to its Tizen-powered smartwatches, and the Galaxy Watch 3 is amongst them to get with the newest release.

Nothing is gearing up to launch a new budget mid-range product, unlike the current flagship models at MWC 2024.

OnePlus just revealed the design of the OnePlus 12R, and it looks just like the standard model.

Samsung Galaxy device owners report problems with Android Auto's wireless connectivity following an Android 14 update.

Some leaked specifications see the XCover 7 potentially mirroring its predecessor.

Christmas has come to an end, which means it's time for great Boxing Day sales from retailers like Amazon.

Here's everything we're hoping to manifest in 2024 when it comes to accessories.

It's important to update ChromeOS on your Chromebook whenever an update is available, and it's really easy to do.

I had the privilege of using all the devices OnePlus released over the course of the last 10 years. These are the ones that stood out the most.

Arlo has done a nice job of keeping its Essential line of cameras relevant with these updates. But withholding local storage options makes them a tougher buy.

There are a handful of major Android interfaces out there that all offer something different, but no one version of Android is perfect. Here's what I want to see from major OEMs like Google, Samsung, Xiaomi, and OPPO/OnePlus.