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Fossil Q Venture HR review

Fossil Q Venture HR review

Starting at $255, the Fossil Q Venture HR brings along top-notch health and fitness features -- including heart-rate and built-in GPS -- without having to sacrifice style for everyday wear. We take a look at what it has to offer, and take Google's newly redesigned Wear OS for a spin.
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Honor 8X hands-on review

Honor 8X hands-on review

The Honor 8X doesn’t break the mold for Honor, and continues to let the company build attractive, solid, high performance smartphones that don’t cost as much as you first expect. We’ve been using it to see if it’s better than the rest.
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Mobvoi Ticwatch S review

Mobvoi Ticwatch S review

Mobvoi’s Ticwatch S is one of the most affordable Wear OS smartwatches on the market. For $160, you’ll not only get built-in GPS but also a heart-rate sensor -- adding more capability to your workouts and daily activity tracking. But are the features enough to look past the unique design? We take a look in our review.
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Android 9 Pie review

Android 9 Pie review

Google’s latest version of Android is here, and it’s called Android 9 Pie. It brings quite a few quality of life improvements that enhance the way we use our smartphones. We’ve been using it for the past few months on a Google Pixel, OnePlus 6T, and Essential Phone to see how this flavor stacks up.
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Suunto 9 review

Suunto 9 review

Adventurers and ultrarunners love Suunto's multi-sport GPS smartwatches because of their long battery life. The new Suunto 9 pushes the power envelope ever further delivering a mind-blowing 120 hours of continuous tracking. Does the watch live up to its hype? We went out into the wild to find out how the Suunto 9 stacks up against the competition.
OnePlus 6T review

OnePlus 6T review

OnePlus 6T review

The biannual OnePlus launch has become so regular that we almost take it for granted, but does that mean we should be less excited about it than before? No. The OnePlus 6T is here, and although it shares many features with the OnePlus 6, there are some awesome upgrades to tempt you into buying one.
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Skagen Falster review

Skagen Falster review

After six months, the Skagen Falster is still our favorite Wear OS smartwatch. It doesn't have a lot of features, and it doesn't have good battery life, but we're mesmerized with how it looks -- and can't keep it off our wrist. The Falster shows the importance of design in a smartwatch. Here's our review.
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Casio Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20 review

Casio Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20 review

Casio’s second-generation smartwatch -- the Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20 -- features a GPS sensor, along with the same outdoor tools as last year’s model, such as an altimeter, barometer, and compass. It runs Wear OS, which means you can also access your notifications. The new WSD-F20A model adds a new color.

LG V35 ThinQ review

LG V35 ThinQ review

Sure it looks a lot like last year's LG V30, but looks can be deceiving. The LG V35 ThinQ packs in all new hardware and a few new software features that makes it a full-fledged flagship for 2018. In our LG V35 ThinQ review, we check out these new upgrades and see how it compares to other 2018 flagships.
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Red Magic Phone review

Red Magic Phone review

We review the Red Magic Phone, the mid-range gaming phone you never knew you wanted. With a unique design, super-smooth performance, and some fantastic speakers, the Red Magic Phone is the gaming phone that's not just for gamers, but for anyone who wants a good mid-range phone with a unique flair.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch review

Samsung Galaxy Watch review

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch has almost everything and anything you’d want in a smartwatch. We’ve been wearing this watch for more than a week, and we’ve managed to stretch the battery up to four days. Say goodbye to one of the biggest pain points about smartwatches. Here’s our Galaxy Watch review.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro review

ZTE Axon 9 Pro hands-on review

ZTE Axon 9 Pro hands-on review

The ZTE Axon 9 Pro made its debut at IFA in Berlin today. The new flagship smartphone is the first from beleaguered manufacturer ZTE since the Axon 7. Dip into our ZTE Axon 9 Pro hands-on review to learn all about what it offers. It won’t be coming to the U.S. but you’ll be able to buy one in Europe very soon.
Huawei Mate 20 Lite review

Huawei Mate 20 Lite hands-on review

Huawei Mate 20 Lite hands-on review

The Mate 20 Lite is supposed to be a teaser ahead of the Mate 20 Pro release in the near future, giving us an indication of how much work will go into making the Pro model a winner. This leaves the Mate 20 Lite as an in-between device, with some strong features; but a definite similarity to other phones we’ve seen recently. Here’s what it’s like.
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Pocophone F1 by Xiaomi review

Pocophone F1 by Xiaomi review

Pocophone? Who? It’s fine that you don’t know the name, but we’re here to tell you it’s worth changing that, as the Pocophone F1 — its first phone — is very exciting, as it takes the OnePlus model of creating high performance, great looking phones for a reasonable price, then refines the formula more. The result is an even cheaper phone, but still with ultra-desirable specs. Here’s what it’s like.
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Asus Zenfone 5Z review

Asus Zenfone 5Z review

While the Asus Zenfone 5Z may be lacking in originality, there’s no scrimping on features or hardware. This is an impressive Android smartphone at a very tempting price. Find out how good the camera is, how well it performs, and exactly where the compromises lie in our Asus Zenfone 5Z review.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 review

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 review

The Galaxy Note 9 is here, and it’s jaw-dropping how much tech Samsung has fit inside this phone. It’s one of Samsung’s largest phones ever thanks to its 6.4-inch screen. There’s a water-cooling system to cool the internals, beta access to Fortnite, A.I. in the camera, and lots more.
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Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium review

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium review

Sony’s third flagship phone of 2018 is its first to ever feature a dual-camera lens. The Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium can capture ultra-low-light video far better than phones like the iPhone X or Galaxy Note 9, but is it worth the high cost? We look at how the overall package holds up against the spotlight video features.
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Oppo Find X review

Oppo Find X review

Is the Oppo Find X the most beautiful smartphone we’ve ever seen? We think it’s right up there, but because it’s an import-only phone, you’ll have to put in some effort to get one. Is it worth going the extra mile? We’ve been using this design powerhouse to find out if it’s one you should buy.
Nokia 3.1 review

Nokia 3.1 review

Nokia 3.1 review

2018 has been a busy year for HMD. At Mobile World Congress, the company launched not one, but six new Nokia smartphones, and some of them have slowly been making their way over to the U.S. We try out one of its latest budget offerings, the Nokia 3.1, to see how it compares to the competition.
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Marc Jacobs Riley Touchscreen Smartwatch review

Marc Jacobs Riley Touchscreen Smartwatch review

The Marc Jacobs Riley is Marc Jacobs’ first fully-touchscreen smartwatch. It runs Wear OS, has a large 1.9-inch display, and features an eye-catching design. But at $295, it’s pricier than other women’s smartwatches on the market. We take a closer look to see if this smartwatch is worth the high price tag.
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Mophie vs. Belkin vs. Anker vs. iOttie: Finding the best wireless charging pad for iPhones

Mophie vs. Belkin vs. Anker vs. iOttie: Finding the best wireless charging pad for iPhones

Ever since wireless charging for the iPhone was introduced almost a year ago, an influx of different wireless chargers have appeared on the market. We tested the Mophie, iOttie, Anker, and Belkin wireless charging pads to see which one provided the best charging experience for the iPhone 8 Plus.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Review

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 review

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 review

Before you purchase Samsung’s newest tablet, the Galaxy Tab S4, you’ll need to figure out exactly what you’re looking for. The Tab S4 delivers a decent tablet and desktop experience, but it doesn’t excel in either. There are plenty of other options on the market, which makes its high price a tough proposition. Here’s our Galaxy Tab S4 review.
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact

Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact review

Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact review

Want a small smartphone? There aren’t a lot of options out there these days. Well you should consider Sony’s Xperia XZ2 Compact. It may not look like the snazziest smartphone, but it’s small, packs powerful performance, and has a more than capable camera. Here’s our XZ2 Compact review.
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Vivo Nex S review

Vivo Nex S review

The Vivo Nex S astonishes with its cutting edge technology, futuristic design, and eye-catching camera. There’s an in-display fingerprint sensor paired with a pop-out camera, which enables a beautiful bezel-less display. You’ll have to work to buy one, as it’s an import only, but if you’re tempted, what’s it like to live with?
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Moto E5 Play review

Moto E5 Play review

The Moto E5 Play has a compact design, day-long battery life, and solid performance all for a little over $100 (or less, depending on the carrier it’s sold from). While there are some compromises, this may just be the best smartphone you can buy for this price bracket. We dive deeper in our Moto E5 Play review.
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Alcatel 1X review

Alcatel 1X review

Need a cheap phone that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? Alcatel is offering the Android Go-equipped Alcatel 1X for a paltry $100. But with that sort of bargain price, you’re bound to run into issues. We spent a week with the Alcatel 1X to find out if it's worthy of becoming your next phone.
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Xiaomi Mi A2 hands-on review

Xiaomi Mi A2 hands-on review

Xiaomi has announced its second smartphone with Android One installed, the Mi A2, and we’ve had the chance to try it out. Can a phone that costs a third of the Google Pixel 2 really offer a similar software experience, and match it with a great camera and design? Amazingly, in our short time with the phone, this seems to accurately describe the Mi A2. Here’s what it’s like.
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Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro Review

Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro Review

How does adding another display panel to a Wear OS smartwatch end up increasing the battery life? Amazingly, that’s what Mobvoi has achieved with the Ticwatch Pro, which has an OLED panel and an LCD panel to maximise the life out of the watch’s battery. Does it work? We’ve been wearing it to find out.
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LG Fortune 2 review

LG Fortune 2 review

The LG Fortune 2 is a smartphone only available on Cricket Wireless in the U.S. What’s so special about it? It costs $100. But a low price tag doesn’t mean it should be an instant buy. There are a lot of compromises, and we take a closer look in our review.
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Cat S61 review

Cat S61 review

How many handy functions can you pack into a rugged Android smartphone? Find out in our Cat S61 review as we take the latest release from the Bullitt Group for a test drive and see how it measures up as a digital toolbox and as a phone. There’s thermal imaging, laser measurement, air quality sensing, and more.
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Moto E5 Plus review

Moto E5 Plus review

The Moto E5 Plus features a refined design, larger display, updated processor, and the same absolutely enormous 5,000mAh battery. Are the new features to justify it nearly $300 price tag on Sprint? The Moto E5 Supra -- the same phone -- costs $180 on Cricket Wireless. Here’s our Moto E5 Plus review.
Casio G-Shock GBA-800

Casio G-Shock GBA-800 review

Casio G-Shock GBA-800 review

Is there still a place for a simple activity tracker? Casio has shown there is, provided it looks nothing like a basic fitness band at all. This is the GBA-800, a watch in the classic G-Shock style with activity tracking technology inside. We’ve been wearing it.
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Getting lost (and found) with a Land Rover phone built for the woods

Getting lost (and found) with a Land Rover phone built for the woods

No-one wants to get lost in the wilderness, but with a regular smartphone by your side for navigation and safety, you’re leaving things to chance. Not so with the Land Rover Explore, a highly capable outdoor phone with better GPS, a big battery, and the right software. Did we get lost when we tried it out?
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BlackBerry Key2 review

BlackBerry Key2 review

The KeyOne, which launched last year, rode a wave of nostalgia, but it’s back to business for BlackBerry. Its latest phone is the BlackBerry Key2, which succeeds its predecessor in every way -- especially with the keyboard, which is now practically perfect.