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August 27
- Meta just closed another loophole that could let its smart glasses record discreetly
- Viture, S-Game Phantom Beast collab has to be the dopest 'kungfupunk' XR glasses I've seen
- Rakuten Kobo's major in-store e-reader expansion at Best Buy makes it so easy to shop
- Galaxy S26 FE beats the S26 Ultra to One UI 9 in a launch with all too familiar features
- How to level up your photo editing with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
- T-Mobile wants to give you 4 free Galaxy S26 phones and 4 lines for just $25/month per line — how to claim the offer
- The Fitbit Air just got a seriously cute sleep upgrade
- The Galaxy S27 and S27 Pro just leaked, and one of them looks seriously lazy
- Better late than never: Galaxy S26 August patch is here to fix that 'red stain' problem
- Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 9 Pro: No reason to upgrade just yet
August 26
- Motorola details everything coming with its big Android 17 update
- First of its kind: a flagship Samsung phone topped Android in Q2 2026, Apple still leads overall
- After Meta's $16 billion settlement, changes are headed to Facebook, Instagram for being addictive
- Should you buy the Google Pixel 11?
- Is a foldable smartphone actually worth it? Questions answered about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
- Last chance! Grab a free $100 gift card with your Google Pixel 11 (before it's too late)
- If you have a Pixel 11 Pro XL, you need to turn on this hidden feature to boost your charging time
- Should you buy the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
- Nothing OS 5.0 drops with Android 17 and on-device app building
- Nothing OS 5 hands-on: A nip, a tuck, and a nice glow-up
- Lexar's 2TB Silver Plus made me excited about MicroSD cards again
August 25
- Yep, One UI 9 Beta 6 is rolling out now on the Galaxy S26: here's what's in it
- Waiting for GrapheneOS? Motorola's 2027 phones are up first, then it's on to foldables
- My favorite writing tablet just scored a rare discount at Best Buy — but it won't last long
- Galaxy S27 Ultra's redesign looks even more iPhone-like in new renders
- Mint Mobile finally launched its Google Pixel 11 deals, and they’re even better than I expected
- The Garmin Fenix 9 raises the bar with faster maps and smarter training
- Qualcomm just broke the 5GHz barrier with its next Snapdragon chip
- One year with the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Sometimes it's good to be boring
- Samsung may be working on self-healing glass for the Galaxy S27 Ultra
- The PocketBook Q wants to be the e-reader you carry everywhere
August 24
- A pair from Shokz: OpenRun Air 2, OpenFit Air 2 debut looks like the right fit for the gym
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 may get Samsung’s luxury treatment again
- Rumors boldly claim Samsung's Exynos 2700 will top Qualcomm's next chips
- The cheap Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE just got cheaper with 27% off at Amazon
- The 'excellent' Garmin Venu 3 just crashed to a record low price — but is the 2023 smartwatch still worth it?
- I want to love the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, but there's one major thing holding it back that I just can't get over
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: Is it actually an upgrade?
- The Galaxy S27 Ultra looks like an outright iPhone copy in this latest leak
August 23
- Two weeks with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 almost made me forget about the Motorola Razr
- Accessory makers spill the tea on why there are so few third-party Motorola Razr cases
August 22
- I wore the Pixel Watch 5, Galaxy Watch 9, and Garmin Cirqa during a 5K run and then walked 5,000 steps with each — Here's how they performed
- If you bought a Pixel 11 Pro, you should activate this free perk immediately
- I tested CMF's $20 Buds Neo earbuds, and I can't believe how good they are
- I used the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and it does just enough to be called an upgrade
August 21
- Google Pay and Apple Pay are finally coming to Walmart
- Meta patent might solve privacy concerns on smart glasses with a 'hardware lock'
- RayNeo holds nothing back with iO smart glasses HUD and the pure cinema GT Max
- TCL just launched a huge Back to School sale on NXTPAPER tablets and smartphones — here are the deals you should consider
- 6 phones to buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro
- Google simplifies Pixel Watch 5 software with one unified build
- 2nm chips who? Reports say TSMC is racing toward 1.6nm production in Q4
- Best Google Pixel Watch 5 screen protectors
- OPPO's Reno 16 Pro proves you don't need a flagship to take amazing photos
August 20
- Early Xreal Aura hype tops expectations, CEO Chi Xu says its demand is 'exciting'
- The preorder period may be over, but you can still get a FREE Google Pixel 11 with this Verizon deal
- The wide-screen revolution might soon come to a non-foldable phone near you
- The best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold deals at launch — how to get the premium foldable for as cheap as possible
- Payday: Aces High first impressions: VR is so back, baby!
- I'm ranking the best Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro deals at launch — free phones, trade-in discounts, and more
- Global smartphone sales hit a major slump, except for this Android phone brand
- Samsung just confirmed when the Galaxy S26 FE will make its debut
August 19
- Google Messages RCS is breaking for Galaxy users after using Smart Switch [Update]
- Qualcomm teases 'Dual 8 Elite' chips for Snapdragon Summit: all eyes on 'Pro'
- Don't panic: your O.G. Pixel Watch isn't losing its Google Health features
- The Ultimate Back to School starter kit for Android users 2026 — score discounted phones, wearables, and beyond
- Google Pixel 11 Pro camera review: Bringing back the magic
- Google Pixel Watch 6: Everything we know so far and want to see
- Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S26: Which small flagship is better?
- Ready to level up? The 'best 4-bay NAS of 2026' just scored a massive discount at Amazon
- I spent a week testing the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL, and they're harder to recommend despite some fun new Gemini features
- Motorola's magnetic charger leaks, and it's exactly what Android needed
August 18
- Massive Galaxy S26 FE leak reveals almost everything ahead of launch
- Google just set the date for its big Googlebook event in New York [Update]
- Gemini's auto-browse in Chrome is finally here for Android to make the mundane a breeze
- Big changes: Google reportedly plans to exit China in 2027 to produce Pixel line in India, Vietnam
- Samsung just made dealing with device repairs way easier on Galaxy phones
- You can get an unlocked Google Pixel 11 for as little as $99 at Best Buy (sort of) — here's how
- Best Buy kicks off massive 60th Anniversary Sale, and I found 20+ tech deals that no Android user should miss
- Google Home outage left Nest devices stuck and unresponsive
- This powerful Lenovo tablet is a good pick for students gearing up for the school year — and it's now 11% off at Amazon
- Fairphone Gen 6 Plus rocks Murena's /e/OS, and it's making all the right moves in its August launch
August 17
- One year with the Google Pixel 10 Pro: Why do bad things happen to good phones?
- Samsung’s wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 was such a hit that it’s reportedly making another one
- The main GitHub outage is fixed, but Copilot remains down
- Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 is pretty neat, especially if you hate fraud and scams
- Does your kid need a new tablet? The top-rated Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition just crashed to $69.99 for a limited time
- T-Mobile is giving away the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL for FREE without trade — so what's the catch?
- Google Tensor G6: Everything you need to know
- Google Pixel 12 Pro Fold: Everything we know so far and want to see
August 16
- Best Google Pixel Watch 5 bands
August 15
- 4 reasons why you should buy a Galaxy Z Fold 8, and 4 reasons why you should skip it
- Best Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro screen protectors
August 14
- Best Google Pixel 11 Pro XL screen protectors
- Best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold screen protectors
- US Judge says Google Play Store isn't doing enough to help users find rival app stores
- Here are 4 ways to get your Google Pixel 11 Pro preorder for FREE — just follow these steps
- One UI 9.5 leaks continue: Samsung eyes a glass UI with shiny edges and 'depth'
- Google Pixel Watch 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 9: Which Android smartwatch should you buy?
- T-Mobile's 'Beyond the Smartphone' sale is an easy way to score cheap (or free) devices for Back to School 2026
- Google Pixel 12: Everything we know so far
- You don't need a TV app to stream 10,000 free movies on Google’s Freeplay right now
- This Android phone became a desktop PC, and it can run The Witcher 3
August 13
- Google Play is hiding a Pixel 11 Pro discount in plain sight
- A Google Pixel with a silicon-carbon battery could be in the cards
- Honor's Robot Phone is finally here: ARRI partnership, Agile Gimbal spotlight a new future
- Alright, I'll say it: Verizon has the best Google Pixel 11 Pro preorder deal — so what's the catch?
- Is it a phone or a gimbal? This is Honor's new Robot Phone!
- Google should have gone the GTA 6 route with its Pixel 11 show; instead, we got the Trevor Noah cringe fest
- This T-Mobile preorder deal gives you the Pixel Watch 5 for the price of a monthly latte — no trade-in required!
- Best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold cases
- Best Google Pixel 11 Pro XL cases
August 12
- Best Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro cases
- One UI 9 Beta 5 is here, but rumors about what's next are living in our heads rent-free
- T-Mobile will already give you the Google Pixel 11 or Pixel 11 Pro for FREE with these preorder deals — no trade-in required!
- Which Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold color should you buy?
- Not a test: Amazon will give you a FREE Pixel Watch 5 when you preorder the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- Which Google Pixel 11 color should you buy?
- How fast is the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold charging speed?
- How fast is the Google Pixel 11 charging speed?
- Does the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold support Qi2 wireless charging?
- Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof?
- Does the Google Pixel 11 support Qi2 wireless charging?
- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Not as straightforward as you think
- You can't miss these huge Pixel 11 features: Gemini and its camera steal the show
- Made by Google 2026 Launch Live: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, and everything that was announced
- Going hands-on with the Pixel Watch 5 makes me think, it's time Google launches a Pixel Watch Pro
- The Pixel Watch 5 brings new tricks, but not new hardware
- The Pixel 11 Pro Fold goes after foldables’ weak spots with a tougher design
- The Pixel 11 series is here, but Google saved the big upgrades for the Pro models
- After playing with the Pixel 11 series, I realized how Google has singlehandedly raised the bar for AI on your phone
- The Pixel Tag takes Google’s Find Hub network to the next level
- The Pixel Buds Pro 2 just got better at blocking noise and translating
- Sharing between Pixel phones just got a whole lot simpler
- I went hands-on with the Pixel 11 Pro Fold; it's great, but I couldn't stop thinking about Samsung
August 11
- This leaked Zelda Switch 2 could be Nintendo’s next collector hit
- Early Access: Meta's Neural Band just got cooler with neural handwriting for Ray-Ban Display
- FDA cleared a huge Samsung Galaxy Buds feature to help you hear every moment
- Your Motorola phone is getting Android 17 – here's who's first
- The 'truly outstanding' XGIMI Horizon Ultra projector just received a massive discount — but you'll need this exclusive code
- Galaxy Watch 8 Classic’s One UI 9 Watch beta appears on test servers
- Amazon's Back to School sale has some incredible deals on Android tech — see my TOP 20+ discounts before they're gone
- I took the best Bose and Sony earbuds to 3 noisy places to see which cancel out the most noise
August 10
- The Minimal Phone 2 trades E Ink for OLED and somehow keeps its soul
- Should you wait for the Google Pixel 11? Here's everything you should consider and how I'd spend my money
- The preorder period is over, but T-Mobile will still give you a FREE Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 if you follow these steps
- Pixel 11 Pro XL leak shows off matte black finish and 'HiLight' LED days before launch
August 8
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 changed my mind, and after testing it for two weeks, I'm convinced it's the foldable phone most people should buy
August 7
- Does an 'Elite' chip really matter? I put two Android flagships to the test to find out
- I wore 4 top smartwatches through a Spartan race, 12 miles of running, and sleep tracking to find the ultimate fitness companion
- I took 1,000 photos with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra and compared them to my two favorite foldable phones. The results may surprise you
- The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals — trade-in discounts, free gift cards, and more
- I gathered all of the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch deals into this guide — free phones, leftover preorder discounts, and more
- Mint Mobile has dropped all of its wireless plans down to just $15 per month — and yes, that includes Unlimited
August 6
- I drop-tested the best Pixel cases (and drove over the toughest) to see what "military grade" really means
- I tested 5 of the best Chromebooks for students, and this is the one I'd buy during Best Buy's Back to School sale
- My Hydrangeas were dying, and it took a 20-minute Gemini conversation to fix them. This is how I used AI to help bring my flowers back to life
August 5
- I put this NAS through 2,500 hours of testing and 50TB of writes — it's the only one I trust with my data
- I let two AI apps track every bite I ate for three days straight to help me count calories and get back into shape. Here's the most accurate one
- I put my Pixel phones through a strenuous 24-hour battery life test to see if they hold up as well as they should, and the winner might surprise you
- How to get a free pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses (Gen 2) with an AT&T internet plan — yes, it's real
- I put this foldable Android phone through the ultimate durability test, and it refuses to die, even after being slathered in mud and tossed in the dishwasher
August 4
- Last chance! Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder deal could get you the foldable for as little as $699.99, but you're running out of time
- Back to school already? I've been testing ePaper notebooks all week so you can start the year off right
- TCL's new budget tablet just landed in the US with a surprising launch discount
August 3
- 'The best Android phone for students': why I decided to buy the Google Pixel 10a ahead of the Pixel 11 launch
- It's your last chance to get a FREE Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder at T-Mobile — the deal ends this week
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Built thin vs. built to last
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: Better in (almost) every way
- Pixel 11 Made by Google 2026 launch event: How to watch and what to expect
- This app let me turn my phone into a mouse for my PC, and it was ridiculously easy
August 2
- I can't get the Pixel's Now Playing feature on my Android phone, but one of my long-time favorite apps gets the job done
August 1
- Which Galaxy Z 8 phone should you buy? Here's what I think after using all three
- Can you use Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cases on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra?
- Should you wait for the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
- Gemini’s new blurred UI is finally reaching Android phones
- Never lost: rumors claim a 'Pixel Tag' is on the way from Google to keep tabs on your stuff
- Nano Banana 2 in Google Earth lets users go wild with AI in cities and more
- Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals massive camera and battery overhaul
- Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 is here, and Pixel users get a much-needed audio fix