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You can buy a "privacy-focused" Android phone that attempts to stop big tech from spying on you. Should you?

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and it comes with plenty of standout features. Here's everything you need to know about the platform that's powering 2024 phones.

Google Assistant Routines work just fine on Android Auto, letting you automate certain features for quicker access while you drive.

Meta charges an extra $150 for quadruple the storage, but do you need it? We've checked game sizes for the most popular Quest titles to help you decide if it's worth the extra cost.

Alphabet released its Q3 2023 earnings report with certain expectations unmet.

While the Google Pixel Watch 2 offers improved battery life over the Pixel Watch, the charging process is also a bit different.

The first update since the Quest 3 launched, it adds an extended battery mode to fix its problems with short play sessions, while also adding cool social features.

OnePlus, in conjunction with BOE and OPPO, revealed the new X1 display for its upcoming flagship device.

Samsung Week has started, and among the sweet deals on tech, there is an offer that drops up to $300 off the Galaxy A54.

Qualcomm launches the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a flagship SoC that brings a ton of new AI capabilities to Android phones.

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon Seamless, a new technology that allows better communication between Snapdragon devices.

A community moderator for Samsung suggests the company could release One UI 6 soon as it enters the final week of testing.

One of the biggest headaches in the modern home is the fight for wall outlet real estate. That's why it's a good idea to grab a few wall outlets with USB ports and strategically position them around your home.

Arlo is one of the most popular security camera companies on the market, and for good reason. There are so many different options for homeowners to choose from, so we list some of our top favorites.

Google is ramping up its camera efforts with the Pixel 8 Pro, the company's best camera phone yet.

The Xreal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro feature improved Micro OLED displays, are still capable of reaching a 120Hz refresh rate, and are lighter than its predecessor. You can pre-order these glasses now, and they will ship in November.

We gave the OnePlus 11 4.5 stars, but the missing wireless charging was a problem for some buyers. Now, OnePlus is set to rectify this with the model coming out in December.

The Nothing Phone (2) is one of the year's best phones, and it's now available on Amazon in the U.S.

With hundreds of games to play, how do you choose? We picked the best Quest 3 games available right now and even cover what's coming next.

Google has announced new productivity options for its native Gmail and Google Docs alongside optimizations for third-party apps.

Trying to decide between the latest flagships from Google and Apple? Choosing the "right" phone has never been more difficult.

Take theming and personalization to the next level with Android 14's rich features. This guide shows you how you can customize your lock screen on Android 14.

The 7th Guest is one of the most iconic games ever made, and this VR remake lives up to the reputation.

Microsoft's AI-powered Copilot feature is getting a front seat in the latest upgrade of the Edge for Android Canary build.

Google has added a new "touch and hold" step to its Personal Safety app to address those accidental emergency calls from your Android phone.

Google removes "top contacts" from Messages, leaving users to scroll or search through their contacts before starting a new chat.

Have fun customizing your phone on Android 14. Here's how you can create emoji wallpapers to make it your own.

Google's October update for its Play Games Beta on PC includes controller support and more following user requests.

Rumors suggest Samsung is interested in bringing more AI software to its Galaxy S24 series to compete with the Pixel 8.

A smartwatch with at least a 5ATM water-resistant rating is technically waterproof in that you can swim with it and get it wet, and these fit the bill.

Make the most of your flagship Google phone by learning how to use Magic Editor on the Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro. Swap faces, erase people, change skies, and more!

Samsung rolls out a One Hand Operation Plus update which has us looking ahead to One UI 6.

The updated Matter 1.2 standard now supports nine new device types, upgrades for existing Matter-ready devices, and more.

Snapping photos on Google Messages might get super quick soon with a new camera shortcut right on the home screen.

Say goodbye to Instagram's static icon on Android as it finally adopts dynamic theming, meaning its icon will now adapt to your phone's wallpaper colors.

Google sells its phones in India, but its hardware strategy is far from ideal.

Google Keep, the often-overlooked note-taking app, is finally giving your old notes a makeover with new formatting options.

Brave Browser's privacy focus takes a detour as it sneaks a VPN onto your Windows machine, leaving users feeling more ambushed than protected.

The Google Pixel 8 is one of the newest devices, but the Google Pixel 7a offers premium features at a non-premium price. What are the trade-offs, and is it worth opting for the newer model?

Fitness brands have used MIP displays for about a decade to deliver weeks of battery life. Now we're finally seeing AMOLED watches hitting the same benchmarks, which means these same brands can't use MIP as a crutch anymore.

The Pixel 7 is inheriting the Pixel 8's multilingual voice typing feature, seamlessly detecting and adapting to the language you're speaking.

Whether you have an upcoming flight or frequently work at a nearby coffee shop, having a trusty pair of noise-canceling headphones is a must. These are our favorite picks that won't break the bank.

The Quest 3 runs games much better than the Quest 2, but some games take better advantage of the new hardware than others.

Android 14 comes with new customization features, including generative AI wallpapers that you can use now on the Pixel 8. Here's how.

Headphone jacks have all but disappeared, leaving tangled cables behind, so Bluetooth is usually the primary method to connect a pair of headphones or wireless earbuds. It's easy to do, and here's how.

Sony proves it's still got it for top class wireless earbuds, but others are closing the gap fast.

As competition rages among brands like Samsung, Google, Motorola, Xiaomi and Huawei, Samsung wants to sell 20 million foldables next year.

Alphabet's next AI trick might let you record a song using the voice of your favorite artist to make terrible videos better somehow.

The Audio Magic Eraser on the Pixel 8 is one of the most useful AI-based tools on the device. Here's how you can use it.

Samsung is issuing its eighth One UI 6 beta to the Galaxy S23 series, suggesting a stable launch is imminent.