The Galaxy Z Fold 7 might be gunning for the crown as the world’s thinnest foldable
razor-thin The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rumored to be the world's skinniest foldable at just 8.9mm when folded.
Android 16
Google won't bring Android 16's Battery Health page to older Pixels
Tough luck Google is prepping a Battery Health page for Pixels in Android 16, and we now know exactly which models will — and won't — be supported.
Phones
Best wireless carrier in the U.S. 2025
Choose wisely! Choosing the best wireless carrier for yourself, your family members, and friends can be quite a chore. Here are the best prepaid and postpaid picks.
Best small phone 2025
For one-handed use Big phones are heavy and don't fit in pockets. If you want the best small phone, here's what you can choose from.
Best Android phones with SD card slot 2025
MOAR STORAGE Looking for the best Android phones with expandable storage for all of your movies, music, apps, files, and more? You've come to the right place.
Now is a great time to buy a phone you can fix yourself — The HMD Skyline is at Amazon, and it's 30% off the regular price
The best spec If you care about repairability HMD has a phone for you. If you care about saving money, this deal is for you.
-
-
News Weekly
We summarize the week's top tech news for easy catch-up.
-
Android and Chill
Your weekly Saturday dive into Android, Google, and tech.
-
Beyond the Alphabet
A weekly column that focuses on the tech world both inside and out of the confines of Mountain View
-
Sunday Runday
A weekly column that explores running, fitness tech, and health.
-
Tech Talk
How technology works, explained in a way that everyone can understand. Your weekly look into what makes your gadgets tick.
-
Android Arcade
Android Arcade takes a weekly deep dive into retro gaming, emulation, handhelds, and everything in between.
-
Editor's Desk
A weekly column from AC's Managing Editor looking at the world of Android.
-
AndroidCentral Labs
A weekly column devoted to deep dives, experiments, and a focused look into the tech you use.
-
Hardwired
A column that dives into all things hardware, including phones, audio products, storage servers, and routers.
-
Ask Jerry
Ask Jerry is a column where we answer your burning Android/tech questions.
-
Gadget Weekly
A weekly column exploring the cool, quirky, smartphone accessories, gadgets, and other nerdy toys.
-
WearOS Weekly
The state of Wear OS, from new developments and updates to the latest apps and features we want to highlight.
-
AC thVRsday
A weekly column that delves into all things VR, from new hardware to games, and upcoming technologies.
-
Off the Record
A column that looks to expand and go in-depth on topics in the Android space without any limitations.
-
Apps & Software
Instagram is trying out password-locked Reels, and The Weeknd is first to test it
Secret Reels club Instagram is testing a new feature — lock your Reels with a secret password.
Tech Talk: Your choice of a 'Digital wallet' just got a lot more important
Trust but verify A new Android feature gives your digital identification a real home. Make sure it's the right choice.
iOS 18.4 is a huge deal for Apple in India
Hardwired With iOS 18.4, Apple is adding local language integration into the OS, and it's a move that makes iPhones that much more accessible to a wider audience in India.
Google has a winner in YouTube Premium Lite; now it just needs more plan options
Lite Plus YouTube Premium Lite has reintroduced me to the joys of ad-free YouTube, and now I'm just hoping Google gives Lite users more options.
Wearables
Best smartwatch with LTE 2025
Always connected If you depend on your wearable for just about everything, you may benefit from an LTE smartwatch. So, we've rounded up some of the best options.
Best GPS smartwatches and fitness trackers 2025
Accurate positioning We have rounded up the best GPS watches with all-systems or dual-frequency satellite data and fitness trackers with built-in GPS.
Best Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic watch bands 2025
Elevate your style Freshen up your favorite wearable with some of the best Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic watch bands.
An alleged One UI 8 Watch leak highlights 'actions' for Google's Gemini
Gemini, take action Samsung's One UI 8 Watch code reportedly surfaced and might've detailed Gemini's functions.
Accessories
Oriveti's Blackbird are entry-level IEMs that soar high
This is the way Oriveti just rolled out a custom collaboration with India's Headphone Zone. The Blackbird IEMs are aimed at the entry-level, and they combine a great sound with a comfortable fit.
Baseus made the thinnest magnetic power bank, and it's unbelievably good
How is it this thin? Baseus has a new PicoGo series of power banks, with the 5,000mAh model having the distinction of being the thinnest and lightest power bank available today. The best part? It charges magnetically.
Cuktech 15 Ultra is a brand-new 20000mAh power bank with huge potential
Charge in style Cuktech is a new Chinese brand making power banks and GaN chargers, and with the 15 Ultra, it delivers one of the best 20000mAh power banks you can buy today.
Tablets
Need a last-minute Mother's Day gift? This popular Kindle has crashed back to its lowest price EVER at Amazon
Color E-Reader Deals The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is our favorite color e-reader.
Boox lauches its first color monitor with a hefty price tag
Eye-friendly monitor It promises to offer paper-like visuals with vibrant colors, suitable for professionals and students.
Beyond LCD: Exploring TCL's unique NXTPAPER technology
Screen, meet paper TCL continues to develop its NXTPAPER screen technology to combat both blue light exposure and present a paper-like finish.
Deals
Powerbeats Pro 2 are my favorite Android earbuds, and they're $50 off for the first time
First sale I've spent months testing the Powerbeats Pro 2 with all the best Android phones, and they're a slam-dunk buy at under $200.
Now is a great time to buy a phone you can fix yourself — The HMD Skyline is at Amazon, and it's 30% off the regular price
The best spec If you care about repairability HMD has a phone for you. If you care about saving money, this deal is for you.
Need a last-minute Mother's Day gift? This popular Kindle has crashed back to its lowest price EVER at Amazon
Color E-Reader Deals The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is our favorite color e-reader.
Our favorite Samsung earbuds just crashed back to their Black Friday price — don't sleep on this deal
Listen up! For a limited time, Amazon is carving 24% off the popular Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, knocking the buds back to their Black Friday price.
More from Android Central
Upcoming Meta Quest games releasing in May 2025 and beyond
Here's what's next Tons of great games are coming soon for the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S.
GameSir's Tarantula Pro controller beats Sony at its own game
Winning This is the controller upgrade you want.
Best external drives for NVIDIA Shield TV Pro 2025
Store & Stream! We've rounded up the best options for expanding your NVIDIA Shield TV Pro's storage, ranging from standard external hard drives to USB flash drives.
Netflix announces new, redesigned TV experience and a clip feed for phones
Only on Netflix Netflix detailed its new TV experience for members and updates for its phone app.
