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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 Is a Nice Little Update to the Best Android Smartwatch So Far

But don't throw out your Galaxy Watch 4. The improvements are minimal.

It’s a Real Pity the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Isn’t More Affordable

The folding smartphone is a delight to use and is a welcome escape from the doldrums of regular smartphones, but holy crap, it costs so much.

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Waze Is Shutting Down Its Carpool Service, Even as Bosses Push for a Return to the Office

The service shuts down in September due to a drop in active commuters.

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Google is Finally Fixing Google TV’s Lag

Google says it's been working to smooth out the kinks on its TV platform.

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Android 13 Is a Subtle Improvement Over Android 12

The new version of Android is a step up over its predecessor, but you'll have to squint to see some of the differences.

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Motorola’s Latest Mid-Range Phone Has Plenty to Prove

The Motorola Edge boasts flagship features, but will have a tough time up against Samsung and Google's cheaper offerings.

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Who Wants OnePlus’ Rumored Galaxy Z Flip and Fold Competitors?

Is there room for more foldables than just Samsung's?

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Google’s Pixel Watch Might Have Shorter Battery Life Than Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5

A recent update to the Fitbit app reveals a bit about what may come with Google's first smartwatch.

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Android 13 is Now Available for Pixel Devices

Google's Pixel smartphone users are the first to get Android 13.

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Now You Can Pop Into Stadia Directly from Google Search

The ability seems to be rolling out sporadically for some users.

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Does Google Think Gen Z Is the Answer to Its Green Text Woes?

It sucks that Android users don't get iMessage, but it's unlikely Google's new #getthemessage ad campaign will rally Apple to invite them to the party.

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Razer’s New DeathAdder V3 Pro Promises Super Fast Polling Without Wires

You can supercharge this ergonomic gaming mouse by opting for the 4000 Hz dongle.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Foldables Are Finally on Par With Its Flagship Phones

Samsung’s fourth-generation bendy screens no longer feel like experiments.

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The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Promise Hi-Fi Audio For Samsung Phones Only

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are smaller than their predecessor and feature abilities only available to Samsung phones and smart TVs.

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Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked

From new foldable smartphones to a smartwatch made for the outdoors, here's everything Samsung introduced at its virtual event.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 Has Finally Gone Pro

The new Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro are meant for two different kinds of smartwatch users.

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How to Watch Samsung Reveal its Next-Gen Foldables at Galaxy Unpacked

If you're ready for Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, here's how to watch along with us.

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We Miss These Quirky Android Phone Experiments

From pop-up selfie cameras to e-ink displays, Android's tried it all.

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Apple Could Stagger This Year’s iPadOS and iOS 16 Software Releases

A report suggests we'll see iPadOS 16 released in tandem with new hardware this October.

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The OnePlus 10T Is a Great Deal for Power Users, Even if It’s Missing a Volume Slider

OnePlus's "ultimate" smartphone release offers plenty of capability and proprietary speed for under $800.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 Is a Nice Little Update to the Best Android Smartwatch So Far

It’s a Real Pity the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Isn’t More Affordable

Waze Is Shutting Down Its Carpool Service, Even as Bosses Push for a Return to the Office

Google is Finally Fixing Google TV’s Lag

Android 13 Is a Subtle Improvement Over Android 12

Motorola’s Latest Mid-Range Phone Has Plenty to Prove

Who Wants OnePlus’ Rumored Galaxy Z Flip and Fold Competitors?

Google’s Pixel Watch Might Have Shorter Battery Life Than Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5

Android 13 is Now Available for Pixel Devices

Now You Can Pop Into Stadia Directly from Google Search

Does Google Think Gen Z Is the Answer to Its Green Text Woes?

Razer’s New DeathAdder V3 Pro Promises Super Fast Polling Without Wires

Samsung’s Galaxy Foldables Are Finally on Par With Its Flagship Phones

The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Promise Hi-Fi Audio For Samsung Phones Only

Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 Has Finally Gone Pro

How to Watch Samsung Reveal its Next-Gen Foldables at Galaxy Unpacked

We Miss These Quirky Android Phone Experiments

Apple Could Stagger This Year’s iPadOS and iOS 16 Software Releases

The OnePlus 10T Is a Great Deal for Power Users, Even if It’s Missing a Volume Slider

DJI Osmo 360 Review: The Best 360 Camera for the DJI-Pilled

Don’t Get Too Attached to Any AI App

‘Paradise’ Writer Teases What’s Coming in Season 3 After That Huge Twist

Trump’s New White House App Is Mildly Concerning and Weird for a Lot of Reasons

Bloodsucking Ticks Can Survive Inside Your Home Longer Than You Might Think

The Best New Toys of March 2026

Judge Denies Liking LinkedIn Post Critical of Elon Musk But Reassigns His Cases Anyway

Amazon Slashes 50% Off Keurig K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Now a Budget Alternative to Breville and Nespresso Espresso Machines

Sun’s Latest Outburst Complicates Planned Launch of Artemis 2

Instagram Will Finally Let You Lurk to Your Heart’s Content—for a Price

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

Sonos Play Review: Call It a Comeback

Sonos Era 100 SL Review: The Cheapest Way Into Wired Sonos Sound

Asus ROG’s Massive Swift OLED Gaming Monitor Epitomizes Excess in the Best Way

The Ikea Varmblixt Smart Lamp Fills a Donut Hole in My Life

Nothing Headphone A vs. Headphone 1: Which Pair of ANC Wireless Headphones Wins?

Asus ROG’s Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Might Be Better Than Wearing a Headset

Nintendo’s Talking Flower Is Annoying as Hell. I Love It

Level Lock Pro Review: As Good as a Secret Smart Lock Gets