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How to enable or disable gestures on a Google Pixel phone
Using gestures on a Google Pixel for navigation or shortcut actions is useful, and it's easy o enable them, or disable them if you prefer.
Samsung Galaxy A17 vs. Galaxy A16: Samsung is making some questionable choices
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G gets Android 16 and a stabilized main camera. RAM is still a crippling factor though, just like the A16.
Samsung Galaxy A17 vs. Moto G 2026: An easier choice than you think
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Moto G 2026 are two very enticing options at $200. But there can be only one winner.
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: An unknown quantity
Motorola's Razr Fold is confirmed to best the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in at least a few areas, but how will it fare overall?
RedMagic 11 Air is a cool, crisp mobile gaming guru with the series' biggest 7,000mAh battery
RedMagic 11 Air launched overseas and is highlighted as a mobile gaming device with a strong focus on performance and cooling.
'We’re operating as usual and will continue to do so:' OnePlus India CEO says the brand isn't going anywhere
OPPO is changing how it positions OnePlus in North America, but it's business as usual in other global markets.
New T-Mobile deal gets you the latest Samsung phone for FREE with "most plans" — here's what we know
Add a line with most plans at T-Mobile and you could get the new Samsung Galaxy A17 5G for 100% free, no trade-in required.
OnePlus needs to learn it can't sell a flagship on battery life alone
OnePlus made a mistake with the OnePlus 15, leaning into battery life and gaming performance too strongly. It might repeat that mistake with the OnePlus 16.
Samsung could drop new Galaxy Ring alerts to keep you in the know
Samsung was reported to have new notifications in the works for the Galaxy Ring to keep them informed about it.
I used RayNeo's X3 Pro for a month — these AR glasses are futuristic, but there's a big problem
With the X3 Pro, RayNeo has one of the best AR glasses you can buy today. But should you do so? Not yet. The middling battery life makes these glasses unusable.
OnePlus 16 may go exclusive to China, leaving global fans in the dark
OnePlus' next flagship was rumored to skip out on global markets this year.
OpenAI's audio-first hardware product could launch this year, and I'm excited
OpenAI is on track to unveil its first hardware product later this year, according to a company executive, and it might have what it takes to succeed.
Qualcomm's next 'Elite' Snapdragon could go Pro for this year's flagships
New Qualcomm rumors claim the company is preparing a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 "Pro" addition to its 2026 lineup.
Good Lock's 'Home Up' looks better than ever in Samsung's One UI 8.5 update
Samsung drops a pretty sweet Home Up patch for its Galaxy testers in One UI 8.5.
New Pixel 10a leak suggests price holds steady despite rising production costs
Google's Pixel 10a may launch as early as February 18, with leaked price speculations suggesting a potential hold at 549 despite rising component costs.
The E Ink SwitchBot AI Art Frame makes digital art look like print, but I wish it didn't use AI
SwitchBot's new AI Art Frame favors an E Ink display instead of an LCD or OLED, making digital art look traditional. However, I take issue with the AI element.
RAM is the only phone spec that matters in 2026
The availability of many on-device AI features is directly correlated to the amount of RAM your phone has, making memory the most important spec.
Honor Magic 8 Pro review: A compelling Galaxy S26 Ultra alternative... if you can get it
The Honor Magic 8 Pro is finally available globally, and it's not just the best phone Honor has ever made, but a compelling alternative to the competition.
Pixel 10's Magic Cue is about to get a lot more useful
Google appears to be expanding Pixel 10's Magic Cue with Google Wallet and Google Tasks integrations.
Gemini is rolling out a new button when you want a faster answer
The new Answer now feature lets Gemini respond immediately without switching models, replacing the old Skip button.
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: A new competitor unfolds
The Motorola Razr Fold marks the company's debut into book-style folding phones. We explore if it can offer better value than Google's mighty Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
I spent a week with the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15, and its battery life is incredible, even if one big flaw keeps showing up
Xiaomi's budget phone shows flashes of brilliance, but one recurring flaw keeps the Redmi Note 15 from greatness.
The COROS NOMAD is the ideal hiking watch for thrifty nature lovers who need on-wrist maps and can live without a few Garmin tricks or mainstream smarts
The NOMAD is a respectable Garmin Instinct 3 alternative for weekend hikers and trail runners who want the essentials but can live without expensive extras.
CES's most interesting e-reader still needs a bit of work before it hits prime time
The DuRoBo Krono made its debut at CES 2026, but I've been using the device for the past 6 weeks in an attempt to replace my daily e-reader. Here's how it went.
After testing the Moto G Power 2026 for weeks, I'm happy that the $300 price hasn't changed, but I'm confused about some of the other changes Motorola made (or didn't make)
The Moto G Power 2026 is available for purchase, but design and spec choices make it a hard buy over last year's model. Here's our full review and thoughts.
A screen without 'the crease' is exactly what foldables need
Samsung removing the crease from its next foldable is a minor feature that will hit big with consumers.
I tried Google's CC productivity agent in Workspace, and it's the personal assistant I can't afford
Google's CC is an experimental productivity agent covering Gmail, Drive, and Calendar, and it's easy to see how this could make AI mainstream.
OpenAI says yes to ads, testing begins soon as cheaper 'ChatGPT Go' tier debuts
OpenAI announced a cheaper ChatGPT tier for users in the U.S., alongside confirmation of ads headed to the AI.
Tech News Wrap: Apple snags Gemini, massive Verizon outage, OnePlus' CEO in trouble, and more
This week, Apple is teaming up with Google for Gemini, Verizon's widespread outage, OnePlus's CEO Pete Lau is facing an arrest warrant in Taiwan, we got an Android 17 leak, and the Pixel 10a could arrive sooner than expected.
Find the cause: Ultrahuman's latest feature aims to help users with migraines
Ultrahuman and Click Therapeutics joined hands to announce a new migraine PowerPlug to help users understand and manage them.
Our favorite cheap Pixel just scored another $100 OFF at Amazon
The Google Pixel 9a boasts excellent battery life, flagship-level cameras, and more
Spotify is basically telling its subscribers to switch with latest price hike
Spotify is raising the price of Premium subscriptions to "reflect the value" of its service, but I can name at least four others that are a better deal.
OpenAI's first steps into AI hardware leaks, and it looks like a pair of earbuds
An OpenAI leak reportedly highlighted a pair of AI earbuds, alongside early supposed details about its hardware.
The next battery tech breakthrough is coming. Here's what you need to know about solid-state batteries.
Solid-state batteries promise to be safer, more powerful, and last longer. Sign me up.
Global smartphone shipments rise 2.3% in Q4 2025: Samsung and Apple lead the market
The global smartphone market rebounded in Q4 2025, witnessing a 2.3% surge in shipments despite supply chain hurdles, with Samsung's impressive 61.2 million units shipped marking its strongest performance since 2013.
Samsung sets the stage for Galaxy S26 launch with accidental model name reveal
A promotional PDF found on Samsung's Colombian site has revealed the full Galaxy S26 naming scheme.
Pixel Watch might finally save you from forgetting your phone again
Google is working on a Pixel Watch feature that alerts users when they leave their phone behind.
X Faces major outage as 78K users report disruption this morning
X faces a significant outage affecting app and website access, with over 78,000 reports.
This Android 16 protection feature looks like it's ready to help you with 'Intrusions'
Another leak surfaced, offering alleged details about an Android 16 feature to help users manage device intrusions.
My hope is building for a 'Garmin Pro' series of satellite watches in 2026
The Quatix 8 Pro is the second Garmin watch to add LTE-M and satellite connectivity. Why can't we see the same for Instinct, Forerunner, or Venu models?
With GeForce Now, NVIDIA is building the cloud gaming service I've always wanted
NVIDIA is bringing GeForce Now to all platforms, and I'm thrilled.
Problem Solved? Leak says the Pixel 11 Pro Fold's battery repairability could step it up
Foldable repairability is always a headache, but a recent report claimed that Google could have a new design to make one aspect easier.
Meta isn't giving up on VR, but it just evaporated any goodwill it had left
Meta laid off most of its first-party development studios and seemingly shuttered developer funding, leaving many to wonder what's next for the Quest.
Google Pixel 10a price leak hints at a rare Google price cut
The Pixel 10a could launch early at a lower price, purportedly by reusing last year's hardware to deliver solid value under $500.
Meta plans to double production of Ray-Ban smart glasses to meet soaring demand
Meta is set to escalate production of its popular Ray-Ban smart glasses to nearly 20 million units this year, responding to soaring demand.
MediaTek's Dimensity 9500s, 8500 surge with power for even more Android phones
MediaTek launched a pair of new Dimensity chips, both of which aim to bring stronger Android power to the premium markets.
Rad! Amazon just slashed 20% OFF of one of our favorite smart rings
The RingConn Gen 2 boasts a long-lasting battery, sleep apnea tracking, and more.
Xreal takes legal battle with Viture to the US over patent infringement claims
Xreal filed suit against Viture in Germany back in December, and now the company is taking the fight to another country in which it holds patents.
Good news: you won’t have to pay for basic Galaxy AI tools after all
Samsung has confirmed that basic Galaxy AI features are free forever, though paid upgrades are still on the table.
Our favorite Samsung Chromebook never lost its $250 Black Friday discount at Best Buy
These Samsung laptops are thin, lightweight, and powerful.
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