Xiaomi says rear displays will continue after 17 Pro, Pro Max shattered sales
Off the (Dynamic) Back Xiaomi reported positive sales performance for its 17 series following the addition of the "Dynamic Back Display."
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LineageOS 23 brings Android 16 to over 100 devices despite Google’s holdups
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Honor teases a curious AI-driven 'Robot Phone' with a flip-up camera
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Spotify's AI DJ takes requests in a new way on Android with prompts to get you started
Got a request? Spotify revealed new AI DJ updates rolling out to Premium users this week on Android.
Google Photos expands conversational editing to more Android users in the US
Talk your edits out Google's best Pixel-exclusive photo editing feature is finally expanding to Android users across the US.
Galaxy S23 FE sees major One UI 8 update: Customize your lock screen and more
Spruced up! Samsung has begun deploying One UI 8 to Galaxy S23 FE users across the U.S.
Threads is rolling out group chats and expands messaging to the EU
Threads levels up Threads is making a significant move to keep conversations flowing directly within its app, rolling out two major updates to its direct messaging feature.
Wearables
Pixel Watch 4 repairability puts Apple, Garmin, and Samsung on notice
Wear OS Weekly The Pixel Watch 4's 100-page repair guide isn't for the faint of heart, but every other major smartwatch brand needs to emulate Google here.
Oura's $900M funding sets the stage for its next big health leap
Power-up Oura hits $11B valuation after securing $900M to fuel global growth.
One UI 8 Watch with Wear OS 6 is now rolling out to the Galaxy Watch 7
Download now Samsung has kicked off the One UI 8 Watch rollout in Korea, giving Galaxy Watch 7 users their first taste of Wear OS 6.
I tested the Google Pixel Watch 4's fitness tools and accuracy against my Garmin Forerunner
Sunday Runday The Pixel Watch 4 is Google's sportiest smartwatch yet, but does it do enough to tempt fans of dedicated fitness watches? I tested it against a Garmin watch to see.
Accessories
Best Google Pixel Watch 4 bands 2025
March to these bands Switch up your Pixel Watch 4's look in a split second with the right strap. Here are the best Google Pixel Watch 4 bands to choose from.
Pixel Buds 2a, Pixel Buds Pro 2 cozy up with an uncanny ability to swap cases
Perfect match? A video showed that Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a can effectively swap cases and still charge.
Google Nest Thermostats get a visual overhaul with new animated faces
Artistic centerpiece Google turns the Nest Thermostat into digital art with seasonal animations.
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Do you need a cheap tablet? This is the one I would get and its 50% off
Don't miss this Are you looking for a last-minute tablet deal before Amazon Prime Big Deals Day is over? You're in luck as this Amazon Fire tablet is 50% off, but you'll need to hurry.
This budget Samsung tablet has dropped under $150 for Amazon's last Prime Day sale of the year
Cheap Tablet Alert The affordable Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus gets even more affordable for Prime Day.
Deals
Forreal?! Our favorite premium foldable phone just scored $400 OFF at Amazon for its lowest price yet
Foldable Power The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 boasts powerful performance and a huge screen.
Cheap phone alert! You can get up to $400 OFF last year's Motorola Edge for Best Buy's outlet sale
Motorola-ville The 2024 Motorola Edge isn't a perfect phone, but it's pretty tempting at just $150.
Ditch the brick phone! This thin Samsung phone has dropped 40% to its LOWEST PRICE EVER—but not for long
Thin Phone Deals Samsung went even thinner than the rest of the S25 lineup for the Galaxy S25 Edge.
Start your week off right with $175 OFF our favorite Samsung Galaxy tablet at Amazon
Galaxy or Bust The Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is usually a little too pricey, which makes these kinds of deals especially worthwhile.
Amazon's Prime Day came and went, but you can still SAVE $100 on our favorite wireless headphones
Sony Mode Engage The Sony WH-1000XM5 are last-gen, but they're still a great pick when the price is right.
This 360-degree Bluetooth speaker is much better than I thought — and it's $127
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