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Someone holding the Google Pixel 8, showing its home screen.

A new Google Pixel is coming, so the Pixel 8 is on sale

The Google Pixel 8 is currently on sale ahead of the announcement of the Google Pixel 9, with the smartphone's 128GB model down to $510 from $699 on Amazon.
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

This rumored Android 15 feature could turn your tablets into PCs

Nova Launcher on an Android phone.

One of the best Android launchers is in trouble

The Google Pixel 8 on a table showing the screen.

Best Google Pixel 8 deals: Get the latest Pixel for free

The Nike Globe watch face on the Apple Watch Series 9.

Best smartwatch deals: Samsung, Google, Apple, Fitbit, and Garmin

Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro cameras seen from the back.

Best phone deals: Save on the iPhone, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and more

Made by Google logo at an event venue.

How to watch Google’s Pixel 9 event on August 13

The Google Pixel Watch 2 resting on a stone fireplace.

Should you buy the Google Pixel Watch 2 now or wait for the Pixel Watch 3?

Key art for Marvel Snap Alliances.

Marvel Snap’s latest feature stopped me from quitting the game

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra vs. Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: There’s a clear winner

Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

Samsung may have indefinitely delayed its Android 15 update

Pixel Watch 3 in two sizes

The Google Pixel Watch 3’s biggest upgrade is all but confirmed

Made by Google logo at an event venue.

7 things we expect from Google’s Pixel 9 event next week

Google's next big event is on August 13. Here's everything that we're expecting to see — including the Pixel 9, Pixel Watch 3, and more.
The two colors of Google TV Streamer — hazel and porcelain — with their remote controls.

Google TV Streamer is bigger, faster, and more expensive than Chromecast

Google TV Streamer takes what made Chromecast great and adds more power, smart-home tech, a better remote, and Ethernet. And it costs twice as much.
How to sideload an APK

Sideloading Android apps is about to get a little more tedious

Google is making the process for installing third-party Android apps a little bit more tedious. Here's what you need to do now.
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) being held in a mans hand.

6 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone SE (2022)

Are you thinking about picking up an iPhone SE (2022)? Stop! You should consider these better options instead.
The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 next to each other.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs. Motorola Razr Plus 2024

Are you shopping for a clamshell foldable and debating between the Galaxy Z Flip 6 or the Razr Plus 2024? Here's the breakdown.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8a, showing the back.

The unlocked Google Pixel 8a has a 20% price cut at Amazon

Save big on one of the best Google phones for 2024. Right now, you’ll save $200 when you purchase the unlocked 128GB version of the Google Pixel 8a on Amazon.
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 on a table, showing wallpaper on the outer screen.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 3: Should you upgrade?

Are you still holding on to a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and wondering if you should upgrade? Let's see why that would be a good idea.
Google Gemini app on the Motorola Razr Plus 2024.

Google Gemini is about to get a lot more useful on your Android phone

Google Gemini is getting a ton of useful new extensions that will make it more capable on your Android phone. Here's what's new.
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

When will my phone get Android 15? Here’s everything we know

Android 15 is here, at least in the form of a beta. Here's everything we know about when the update is coming to your phone.
Official teaser of the Google Pixel 9 Pro.

The Google Pixel 9 may not have the Android version you expected

Typically, Google releases new Pixel devices with the latest version of Android. But this year may be a drastic departure from a multiyear tradition.
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier's screen.

Did Tecno just announce one of 2024’s most promising budget phones?

Tecno, a little-known company, may have just unveiled one of the best new budget phones coming to the market. Here's what you need to know.
Renders of the Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Google Pixel 9 rumors: Everything we know so far

The Google Pixel 9 series is coming soon, and there's a lot to talk about. Here's everything we know (so far) about the next Pixel phones.
A top view of someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 won’t play nicely with old Android phones

If you have an older Android phone, you might be unable to use the upcoming Google PIxel Watch 3. Here's what has changed since the Google Pixel 2.
Stardew Valley Multiplayer Fishing

Is Stardew Valley cross-platform?

The recent trend of games getting cross-platform support seems like a natural fit for Stardew Valley. But does the game offer it?
T-Mobile REVVL 7 PRO 5G.

I thought this $250 Android phone would be a disaster. It wasn’t

How good can a $250 Android phone really be? I tried the T-Mobile REVVL 7 Pro 5G to find out — and it genuinely surprised me.
The Google Pixel 8's screen.

Should you buy the Google Pixel 8 now or wait for the Pixel 9?

The Google Pixel 8 is one of the best Pixel phones ever made, but is it worth buying now, on the eve of the Pixel 9's release? We found out.
A person wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The Pixel Watch 3 may take a top feature from the Pixel 8

More Google Pixel Watch 3 specifications have leaked, and it looks like the smartwatch will borrow some screen tech used on the Pixel 8 phones.
A person holding the Realme 13 Pro+.

This is one of the most beautiful phones I’ve seen in 2024

Realme once again proves it knows how to design a phone, with the launch of the lovely Realme 13 Pro+. But can the rest of the phone match the looks?
Private Space option in app library of Android 15.

How to use Private Space, Android 15’s best new feature

Private Space creates a separate container for all your sensitive apps. It's one of the best Android 15 features. Here's how to use it.
Samsung Galaxy A06 render.

A new Samsung phone just leaked, and it’s a lot different from the Galaxy S24 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy A06 has leaked in detail, revealing a capable budget phone. Here's what we know.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in Titanium Orange and in Titanium Silver.

You might be waiting a while longer for Samsung’s Android 15 beta

If you were planning to begin testing Samsung's One UI 7 beta today, we have bad news for you: It's been delayed.
Infinix GT 20 Pro gaming phone held in hand.

This $300 gaming phone blew me away

Gaming phones are distressingly expensive. This cheap Android phone proves why that shouldn't be the case.
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