November's VR Games Showcase stealth dropped a ton of new Meta Quest games
It's game time As we approach the holidays, we're seeing tons of new games get announced for the Meta Quest platform. Some you can even play right now!
Android 16
The first Android laptops are borrowing something from the Microsoft Surface Pro 11
Progress is good It was recently discovered that Qualcomm has added Android 16 support to the Snapdragon X Elite processor. This is a massive step forward as we near the release of the first Android-powered laptops.
Phones
Brace yourselves - Walmart's Black Friday sale is LIVE, and I'm rounding up the absolute best deals for Android users
It's time Walmart's Black Friday sale has kicked off two weeks before the official event, and I'm gathering all of the best Android deals so you don't have to go searching.
Tech Talk: What makes a macro lens a macro lens?
Tech Talk So your phone has a macro lens. What the heck does that really mean?
OnePlus 16: Everything we know so far (and want to see)
Next With the OnePlus 15 now available, let's take a look at what OnePlus might deliver in 2026 with the OnePlus 16.
Here's why US buyers have to wait a little longer for the OnePlus 15
FCC delay hits The OnePlus 15's US launch has been delayed due to stalled FCC approval during the government shutdown.
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Google app adds an Images tab on iOS and Android — here's what it can do
Image browsing Images are becoming a big part of Search, with Google officially rolling out an Images tab in the app after prior testing.
Spotify lossless lands in India, and there's the inevitable price hike: it's 40% costlier than Apple Music, and I'm now paying 3x as much as my previous plan
Pay up Spotify rolls out its lossless plan in India, but there's an issue — it costs 40% higher than its previous family plan, and doesn't have as many features.
Facing trouble logging into X? You're not alone — here’s the scoop!
Partial outage Some users on X are unable to access its feed or log in.
How to easily claim your $20 YouTube TV credit amid the continued Disney blackout
Don't miss your $20 YouTube TV is compensating users with $20 credits following the Disney channel dispute.
Wearables
COROS just dropped the price of two great running watches — here's how to pick the best one before Black Friday
Reduced running These two fitness watches were already affordable for what they offered; now they're even cheaper, thanks to the new COROS PACE 4 launch.
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic LTE hit an all-time low, but is the Pixel Watch 4 LTE a better fit?
Early BF deals You can basically get the Classic LTE upgrade for the same price as the Bluetooth model on Amazon, making it cheaper than the Pixel Watch 4 45mm LTE.
Even Realities’ new smart glasses and ring aim to make everyday tech less distracting
New quiet tech duo Even Realities wants tech to disappear, and its new G2 glasses might just help the company achieve that.
Garmin's work on a crown feels inevitable, but it's bound to annoy its biggest fans, and there's only one way I think it could work
Crown vs. buttons Garmin is allegedly developing a Hall effect crown, which may turn off longtime Garmin fans but appeal to more "mainstream" athletes.
Accessories
I used the Fiio M21 for four months, and there's no doubt that this digital audio player is uniquely brilliant — it even has a desktop mode
Groove on With the M21, Fiio is showing that it can deliver a fantastic digital audio player on a budget. It still has all the best features of the M23, but it doesn't cost anywhere as much.
I'm convinced — Fiio FT7 is the flagship killer of planar headsets due to its incredible sound and class-leading comfort
Ultimate upgrade Fiio's FT7 is the brand's best over-ear headset yet, and one of the best options under $1,000 right now.
These power banks double as camera grips for your smartphone, but which is better?
Gadget Weekly I go hands on with the Belkin Stage PowerGrip power bank stand, along with a cheaper alternative called the KraftGeek PowerShutter, to see which one delivers more value.
Tablets
Should you buy an Amazon Fire tablet when the amazing Black Friday sales start?
Should I buy it? Black Friday brings plenty of deals, but Amazon's in-house products like the Fire line of tablets are always some of the best deals out there.
This is not a test - our favorite Fire tablet just scored a 45% discount, weeks ahead of Black Friday!
This Deal is Fire Just $55 for the best Amazon Fire tablet on the market, the HD 8.
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Take note Want the best E Ink tablet? You've come to the right place. These fabulous tablets let you read books, jot down notes, and do a whole lot more.
Deals
Last chance! Ditch YouTube TV and score over 20% off Hulu's streaming bundle (before it's too late)
Hurry! One of the best streaming deals of the year (courtesy of Hulu) is set to expire on November 18th, well before the Black Friday sales are expected to go live.
Brace yourselves - Walmart's Black Friday sale is LIVE, and I'm rounding up the absolute best deals for Android users
It's time Walmart's Black Friday sale has kicked off two weeks before the official event, and I'm gathering all of the best Android deals so you don't have to go searching.
COROS just dropped the price of two great running watches — here's how to pick the best one before Black Friday
Reduced running These two fitness watches were already affordable for what they offered; now they're even cheaper, thanks to the new COROS PACE 4 launch.
Black Friday comes early for Verizon users - see all the best deals of November 2025
Deals Whether you're trading in an old device or adding a new line, you can save loads of money with the Verizon phone deals found in this guide.
Now's your chance to save some money on my favorite Chromebook ahead of Black Friday
My favorite Chromebook Looking for a beast of a Chromebook but want to save a few bucks? The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is on sale for a limited time, and you don't even have to wait for Black Friday.
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