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Redmagic 9S Pro Android gaming phone held in hand with game space Lobby running on it.

Tired of the same keyboard shortcuts? Android 16 could let you remap them

The latest Android 16 beta suggests a full keyboard remapping feature could be on the way in the final release of the operating system.
Close up of the camera on the iPhone 16 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro.

Phone cameras are so good, they’ve finally replaced my camera for work

A demonstration of the new running features for the Google Pixel Watch 3 in the Fitbit app.

Android 16 to feature major health updates, starting with Fitbit

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra colors

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Clash of titans

Google Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL in hand.

Google Pixel February 2025 update addresses two issues

Someone holding a Pixel 9 Pro, running the Google Photos app.

Google Photos is getting new sorting features to cut out chaos

Thumbnail with renders of the Galaxy S25 in Navy and Galaxy S24 in Violet on a pink background

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S24: should you upgrade?

The Galaxy S25 Plus in the hand with the screen on

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus cases for 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Google Pixel 9.

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Google Pixel 9: Entry-level flagship throwdown

Pixel 9a 5K render.

Google Pixel 9a: everything we know so far

A person taking the OnePlus 13 out of a pocket.

The OnePlus 13 has already set an impossible standard for Android phones in 2025

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series in one person's hand.

10 accessories you need for your Samsung Galaxy S25

The rear panel and camera island on the Nothing Phone 2a.

March 4 is going to be a big day for this fun Android phone brand

Nothing has released another enigmatic teaser that many believe is the Nothing Phone 3, and the company confirms an event on March 4.
A person holding the OnePlus 13.

OnePlus 13 lands useful AI tricks and a fix for camera snags

The latest OxygenOS update adds AI-assisted translation tools that makes it easier to hold two-way conversations in split-screen mode, and even with headphones.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S25.

Does the Samsung Galaxy S25 come with a charger in the box?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is here! Samsung's latest flagships pack small-but-mighty improvements, but do any of the models come with a charger in the box?
Samsung Galaxy S25 colors

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Galaxy S25 Plus: what’s different?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus are almost identical but there are key differences under the hood that you must be aware of.
Samsung Galaxy S25 series closeup

Don’t buy the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. 4 reasons to wait for the Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung just revealed its latest Galaxy S25 Ultra flagship, but you might want to consider waiting for next year's model. Here's why.
The front of the Samsung Galaxy S25.

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 cases for 2025

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is here and if you've bagged yourself the brand's latest flagship, you'll want to protect it. We've rounded up the best available cases out there.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's Quick Settings screen.

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases for your pre-order

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is here, and it's an incredible piece of personal tech. Here are the best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases for your pre-order.
Gemini Advanced on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

I love Google Gemini, but I’ll take Apple Intelligence any day of the week

Which AI platform is better, Apple Intelligence or Gemini? I've used both for months; here are the differences, and everything I've found so far!
The cover art for Minecraft.

The best multiplayer games on Android

Android games are amazing, but they don't have to only be single-player experiences. Multiplayer games are great to play on the go, so here are the best ones.
A screen grab from Poppy's Playtime

Mob Entertainment is targeting copycat games in the app store

The developer of the popular game franchise Poppy's Playtime has filed a lawsuit alleging copyright violations in the Google Play Store.
A demonstration of the new running features for the Google Pixel Watch 3 in the Fitbit app.

The Fitbit app needs work — here’s how Google could fix it

The Pixel Watch 3 is one of my favorite health devices right now, but my problem is the companion app. Here are five ways Google can improve the Fitbit app.
GrandPad on Wireless Charging Dock with Grandie Chat

I finally tried the Android tablet made for seniors, and I’m impressed

What's so exciting about an Android tablet made for seniors? I found out firsthand at CES 2025.
Three apps running side by side using multitasking features on a OnePlus Open held in hand.

This Android 16 feature will change how you multitask forever

In Android 16, we could see a slick change to the split-screen tool for tablets and foldable phones.
A person taking the OnePlus 13 out of a pocket.

OnePlus 13 vs. OnePlus 13R

OnePlus has launched not one but two new phones, but how do the OnePlus 13 and its budget-friendly brethren, the OnePlus 13R, compare to each other — and which should you buy?
WhatsApp January 2025 changes.

WhatsApp just added four messaging features. Here’s what’s new

The new year with four new features on the popular WhatsApp instant messaging app.
A person holding the OnePlus 13, showing the wireless charging insert in the camera cutout.

How many software updates does the OnePlus 13 get?

The OnePlus 13 will receive a total of four OS updates and six years of security patches, ensuring it will be a safe and viable handset for years to come.
Person using the Watch Duty fire tracker app on their iPhone.

This lifesaving app is helping people track wildfires in California

Watch Duty, a volunteer-backed app run by a non-profit, has become the go-to source of critical information for folks hit by the devastating fires in California.
The Oukitel WP100 Titan at CES 2025.

I found two of the most ridiculous Android phones I’ve ever seen at CES 2025

Have you ever seen an Android phone with a smartwatch on the back? What about one with a 33,000mAh battery? I saw both at CES 2025.
A video playing on the OnePlus 13.

Does the OnePlus 13 have an IR blaster?

Can you control your TV and other devices with your new OnePlus 13 or OnePlus 13R? Let's take a look.
The back of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3.

The new Lenovo Legion Tab is the Nexus 7 replacement I’ve waited years for

Google's Nexus 7 tablets were some of the best in the tablet world for years. At CES 2025, I used a new Lenovo tablet that could be their spiritual successor.
Lenovo 2025 tablets announced at CES.

Lenovo’s new Android tablet looks like a great iPad Air alternative

Lenovo has announced three new Android tablets at CES 2025, and one of them looks like it could be a prime iPad Air competitor.
Lenovo Legion Tab

Forget the iPad mini. Lenovo brought an Android version to CES that looks great

Lenovo brought a lot of tablets to CES 2025, including the Legion Tab Gen 3. It's a compact tablet with a focus on gaming, and it sounds impressive.

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