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Phones
5 reasons the Pixel 11 Pro XL is my daily driver
It's just better The Pixel 11 Pro XL may not be the best all-rounder, but it has meaningful upgrades over its predecessor, and is just a delight to use.
This Mint Mobile deal makes the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL cheaper than the base model — oh, and it comes with some free wireless too
Bundle up Bundle the purchase of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL with 12 months of the unlimited plan and Mint Mobile will give you 50% off the wireless AND $425 off the phone.
The best Android phone of 2026 just scored a massive discount during Amazon's Labor Day sale — but you better act fast
Ends tonight! Amazon's Labor Day sale is nearing an end, but you can still grab an outstanding 27% discount on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you act quickly.
Last chance! See the TOP 20+ Android deals from Amazon's Labor Day sale before they're gone
Amazon's Labor Day sale is LIVE, and I picked out the 20+ best device deals for Android users.
Android 17
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 is shaping up to be Google’s best beta yet
Beta 4 means business Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 brings a smoother Pixel experience, fixes plenty of bugs, boosts scam protection, and gets Google one step closer to the stable release.
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Deals
This Mint Mobile deal makes the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL cheaper than the base model — oh, and it comes with some free wireless too
Bundle up Bundle the purchase of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL with 12 months of the unlimited plan and Mint Mobile will give you 50% off the wireless AND $425 off the phone.
The best Android phone of 2026 just scored a massive discount during Amazon's Labor Day sale — but you better act fast
Ends tonight! Amazon's Labor Day sale is nearing an end, but you can still grab an outstanding 27% discount on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you act quickly.
Last chance! See the TOP 20+ Android deals from Amazon's Labor Day sale before they're gone
Amazon's Labor Day sale is LIVE, and I picked out the 20+ best device deals for Android users.
T-Mobile brought back the deal that gets you a FREE Pixel 11 Pro XL when you add a line — no trade-in required
XL magic Add a line with the Experience Beyond plan and T-Mobile will give you the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL for FREE. It's as simple as that.
Apps & Software
What's next from Google Translate will upgrade Android in all the right ways
Translating... Android is picking up a Google Translate update that's just what we've been missing, and iOS receives a little more real-time support.
OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra with hacking risks in check
The cyber leap OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra is here, and its cyber skills are raising serious safety questions.
Google Messages just became a lot more fun with new chat themes, but it could learn a thing or two from Apple Messages
Spice things up Google Messages is finally letting you spice up chats with themes, but the new feature doesn't go far enough.
No tracker tag? Gemini can now store item locations right in Find Hub
Never lose it again Gemini will soon be able to remember where you stashed tagless essentials like passports using quick voice notes and photo tags in Find Hub.
Wearables
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Galaxy Watch 8: Upgrades that matter
Some changes ahead The Galaxy Watch 9 has become Samsung's new poster child for its wearables, but the Galaxy Watch 8 offers nearly the same experience at a cheaper price.
Qualcomm invests in Ultrahuman's future of human computing for our health
Health is serious Ultrahuman receives major $70 million investments from Qualcomm Ventures and more to facilitate the future of health-focused human computing power.
Surprise: IFA 2026 brings us the Wear OS-powered Moto Watch Ultra with Polar fitness integration
IFA stunner IFA 2026 surprises us with a good-looking Moto Watch Ultra that boasts a continued Polar partnership for fitness lovers.
I've used the best smart glasses and can help you choose your ideal pair in 2026
Lookin' snazzy Because there are so many different types, the best smart glasses mean something different for everyone. Here's how to pick.
The Google Pixel Watch 5 is a good smartwatch that really doesn't want me to touch it, but I'm still waiting for its best new features
The Pixel Watch 5 is probably the best Android smartwatch you can buy right now, but it's still missing a few features that would make it worth buying over its predecessor.
Accessories
The best NAS for Plex
The best for Plex I tested all NAS models available in 2026, and these are the best Plex NAS servers around.
I used Baseus' Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro accessories, and they're stunning
Cherry on top Looking for accessories that go along with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro? I used the Baseus Dark Cherry collection, and it's exquisite.
The world's thinnest portable SSD is just as impractical as you think
Sigh Lexar's Muse is so thin that it doesn't have a USB-C port — you'll need to use a custom cable with magnetic pogo pins.
Tablets
We ranked the TOP 7 best Android tablets of 2026 so you don't have to
Grab a tablet The best Android tablets are more diverse than ever before, but which one should you buy? We broke down the best model for each price and demographic.
Rakuten Kobo's major in-store e-reader expansion at Best Buy makes it so easy to shop
Reading is good Rakuten Kobo scores a major win for e-reader enjoyers with a massive in-store Best Buy expansion for a range of tablets and accessories.
My favorite writing tablet just scored a rare discount at Best Buy — but it won't last long
Get to work The reMarkable Paper Pro is pretty much the perfect writing tablet, and it just scored a hefty discount at Best Buy and Amazon.
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Unbelievable: Amazon's Labor Day sale is slashing 44% OFF the year's best LG OLED TV
Making history Amazon's Labor Day sale is dropping major discounts on the C6 Series of OLED TVs by LG.
Lumus, Quanta reach licensing agreement for next-gen waveguides for AR glasses that may turn the tide
Lumus leads the way Lumus expands Quanta partnership for a wave of next-gen waveguides for AR glasses that are serious about a thinner, lighter, more accessible future.
I can't believe how good Razer's tiny new mobile controller is
Pocket play I've been using the Razer Prio for the past week, and it's changed my opinion on small controllers.
Viture, S-Game Phantom Beast collab has to be the dopest 'kungfupunk' XR glasses I've seen
Sweet, I'll take 20 Viture collabs with S-Game, the studio behind Phantom Blade Zero, for the Phantom Beast XR glasses with the sickest design I've ever seen.
