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Amazon is expanding its layoffs, cutting more than 18,000 roles across the company, which is more than initially anticipated.

Google discusses its latest updates for Android Auto and Android Automotive at CES 2023.

Google shows off upcoming media features for Android smartphones and devices at CES 2023.

HTC Vive is finally giving the Oculus Quest some good competition with the Vive XR Elite, a new, comfortable standalone VR headset announced at CES 2023.

Wireless charging technology has largely remained the same ever since the inception of the Qi standard. But Qi2 is coming to make life much easier, and it's all thanks to Apple's MagSafe.

Lenovo launches the new business-oriented ThinkPhone by Motorola. The device uses a suite of software features to seamlessly connect to ThinkPad devices.

Announced at CES 2023, this Lenovo tablet has the hardware to meet or beat Samsung's premium slab in several specs. The only question is how much it'll cost.

PS VR2 launches in just over a month and Beat Saber is officially coming to the next-generation PlayStation VR system.

The Archer AXE300 has incredible quad-band AXE16000 speeds which makes it one of the fastest routers in the world. With 10Gbps wired networking possible with Ethernet or SFP+, this router is ready to work with the fastest PCs and NAS systems.

The Garmin Instinct Crossover takes the best aspects of the Instinct 2 and adds a few extras worth considering over the competition.

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is here with a 200MP camera and 120W fast charging. There's a lot to like on the hardware side of things, but the phone runs outdated software and isn't as good a value as its predecessors.

TCL launches the 40 Series smartphones along with new the new NXTPAPER 12 Pro tablet.

Head to Mint Mobile ASAP and you could save $400 on the Pixel 7 Pro AND get a year of wireless service for 50% off.

Arlo issued a new EOL policy on January 1, 2023, sparking fears that its old cameras would become obsolete in just a few months. Arlo responded with clarification on the issue.

A user has been prompted about the Pixel Watch's anticipated Fall Detection feature after restarting their device.

Citizen has unveiled its second-generation CZ Smart smartwatch based on Wear OS 3, which uses NASA's tech to assess your level of alertness, or lack thereof.

Samsung launches the Galaxy A14 5G, an affordable Android phone with a 90Hz FHD+ display, a long-lasting battery, and multi-year software commitment.

Roku launches its first in-house TVs at CES 2023 with the Roku Select and Roku Plus series.

Honor launched the Pad 8 in July 2022, and the budget Android tablet combines a massive 12-inch screen with great onboard audio and decent battery life, making it a multimedia powerhouse.

Putting an end to numerous leaks and renders, the OnePlus 11 finally debuted in China.

Moondrop is a darling of the affordable hi-fi category, and with the Stellaris, it is introducing its first product with planar drivers. The gorgeous design combined with standout value makes the IEMs shine, but the tuning is a bit wonky.

Downloading apps to your Galaxy smartwatch is one of the many reasons that owning one of these wrist computers is helpful. From customizing your experience to expanding the watch's utility, apps help mold the watch to be exactly as you want it. These are some of the best out there for the Samsung Galaxy smartwatch line-up.

The Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro have landed, and we've got all of the best deals collected here.

Google is beginning to roll out its January 2023 security patch to eligible Pixel phones.

Have an old Android phone lying around that you don't know what to do with? Here's how you can repurpose it and turn it into a security camera!

The Blackview BV7100 is an unassuming rugged phone that does not try to impress consumers with a few gimmicks; instead, it does what it says on the tin.

Best Buy is currently carving $130 off the price of the Acer Spin 714, a well-rounded laptop that we selected as the best Chromebook of last year.

While we just entered the new year, the alleged Pixel 7a also showed up online in a video way before the launch.

CES 2023 is already underway, and Acer has announced two new ChromeOS desktop devices. The first of which is a traditional Chromebox, while the other gives you an all-in-one solution you might have been missing.

While Google Pay has been replaced by Google Wallet in many regions of the world, it's still possible (and quite easy) to use your Galaxy Watch 4 to make payments on the go!

A new rumor suggests the Galaxy S23 series may ship with a base storage that's twice what previous Galaxy phones offer.

Chromebooks are great for just about any use, whether you want them for the home office or your student. These are the best Chromebooks out right now.

Fossil launches its latest hybrid smartwatch based on the Gen 6 Wellness Edition.

A researcher experimenting with their Google Nest Mini found an unnerving flaw within it.

RCS is the "hot new thing" for messaging as it brings an iMessage-like experience to Android. If you have a Samsung phone, here's how to get the feature working right away.

The AC staff weighs in on how the world of Android phones, watches, tablets, and more can improve this year.

2023 is here, and so are the fresh leaks of the upcoming OnePlus devices ahead of their launch.

The Telegram multi-platform messaging service is free, but there's also a paid upgrade Premium option worth considering.

Oppo has reportedly hired thousands of people to develop its own smartphone chipset, suggesting that it won't rely on external partnerships.

Telegram introduces new ways to hide sensitive photos or videos from immediate view and a new option to keep your profile photo from public sight, among others.

Right when we thought the Pixel 7 series was a refined and perfect device over its predecessors, new issues are now on the rise.

Xiaomi's Smart Band 7 Pro is a larger version of the Mi Band 7 that's designed to look like a smartwatch. It also comes with a few exciting features like a built-in GPS and always-on mode. So should you get the Mi Band 7 or go for the costlier Smart Band 7 Pro? Let's find out.

Google Voice's new update adds a useful warning for potential spam callers.

Users with a variety of devices appear to have run into voice command issues with Google Assistant on Android Auto.

After testing countless Bluetooth speakers in 2022, an unlikely little device left a lasting impression on me.

The iQOO 11 is the first phone I've used to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. With a bold design backed by a smooth 144Hz AMOLED screen and powerful cameras, the iQOO 11 has a lot going for it.

Waze is beginning a beta phase to test notifications about a hazardous road a driver could enter.

Fitbit is starting to alert users of the coming phase-out to its accounts in 2023.

Motorola ThinkPhone is Lenovo's new take on smartphones inspired by the company's ThinkPad series.

Switching to a vertical app drawer requires more steps than we would like, but it's possible. This is how to make it happen.