Leak about the Galaxy S26 Ultra's display says you'll forget screen protectors existed
Doing it all Latest Galaxy S26 Ultra display rumors piled on the features, claiming consumers won't need to look at a screen protector.
Phones
Big Three? More like Big T — switch to T-Mobile and you could save $1,000/yr on wireless with new deal
Major win T-Mobile's newest wireless plan comes with a bounty of entertainment perks and may save you a ton of cash in 2026.
The OnePlus 15 is destined to rank among the best phones of 2026 — oh, and it's $600 off and comes with a $100 gift card
Pure power The OnePlus 15 is here, and Best Buy is already offering up to $600 of trade-in credit with a free $100 gift card.
OnePlus is more important than you think, especially for people like me
Android Central Labs OnePlus is the only brand in the U.S. that makes flagship smartphones that work for flicker-sensitive people, and an exit would leave them high and dry.
Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold? I used the tri-folding device extensively, and here are three reasons to buy — and two reasons not to
To buy or not to buy Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold is the most innovative phone around. With the tri-folding device slated to hit the U.S. later this quarter, I'm listing the reasons why you should consider buying one.
Android 16
This Android 16 protection feature looks like it's ready to help you with 'Intrusions'
Keep Tabs Another leak surfaced, offering alleged details about an Android 16 feature to help users manage device intrusions.
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Deals
Big Three? More like Big T — switch to T-Mobile and you could save $1,000/yr on wireless with new deal
Major win T-Mobile's newest wireless plan comes with a bounty of entertainment perks and may save you a ton of cash in 2026.
The OnePlus 15 is destined to rank among the best phones of 2026 — oh, and it's $600 off and comes with a $100 gift card
Pure power The OnePlus 15 is here, and Best Buy is already offering up to $600 of trade-in credit with a free $100 gift card.
The best free Android phone deals of January 2026
Free phone revolution Looking for a new Android phone? These deals could get you an awesome device for FREE when you meet the eligibility requirements.
New T-Mobile deal gets you the latest Samsung phone for FREE with "most plans" — here's what we know
We like free Add a line with most plans at T-Mobile and you could get the new Samsung Galaxy A17 5G for 100% free, no trade-in required.
Apps & Software
Google is quietly making Search a little more colorful
Subtle, but new Users can choose from multiple muted color options that change Search's top bar and theme.
OpenAI enhances safety, rolls out age prediction measures in ChatGPT
Making a guess OpenAI's got a new safety measure on the way, and it's using its systems to predict your age to help manage younger audiences.
This curious Spotify feature in the works might sync your real books with audiobooks
Sync your stories Spotify was reported to have a "match" feature in the works for physical books and audiobooks.
OpenAI's audio-first hardware product could launch this year, and I'm excited
Coming soon? OpenAI is on track to unveil its first hardware product later this year, according to a company executive, and it might have what it takes to succeed.
Wearables
I've tested all of Samsung's smartwatches and these are the 5 best picks in 2026
Galactic greatness Finding the best Samsung watch for yourself depends on whether you want the flagship Galaxy Watch 8, a Classic bezel, Pro battery, or last-gen prices.
Best Amazfit smartwatch
Pretty amazing Amazfit has plenty of great smartwatches, so how do you know which one is right for you? We've gathered the best options to help you pick.
Samsung could drop new Galaxy Ring alerts to keep you in the know
Stay aware Samsung was reported to have new notifications in the works for the Galaxy Ring to keep them informed about it.
I used RayNeo's X3 Pro for a month — these AR glasses are futuristic, but there's a big problem
So close With the X3 Pro, RayNeo has one of the best AR glasses you can buy today. But should you do so? Not yet. The middling battery life makes these glasses unusable.
Accessories
I tested CMF's Headphone Pro, and I don't want to use another budget headset again
Soaring high With the Headphone Pro, CMF made the best-looking and best-sounding budget headset yet.
Marshall's new Heddon hub brings Wi-Fi multi-room audio to your existing speakers
Marshall goes multi-room Heddon acts as a central streaming bridge for Marshall's modern and legacy audio gear.
I've tested dozens of wireless earbuds, and these are the pairs you should buy in 2026
Enjoy in-ear audio The best wireless earbuds balance great sound with all-day comfort, plus a little bit of bang for the buck. Here are the best options that money can buy.
Tablets
We ranked the TOP 6 best Android tablets of 2026 so you don't have to
Grab a tablet Samsung and Amazon make most of the best Android tablets, but which should you buy? We broke down the best model for each price and demographic.
What's the best cheap tablet for Android? I tested over 50 devices and here are my results
Bargain tablets Whether you want a tablet for media consumption or one with some extra "smarts," there's something for everyone. These are our favorite cheap Android tablets.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus vs. Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: A bigger upgrade than it looks
More than a refresh The Galaxy Tab A11 Plus delivers a newer (and faster) chip, faster charging, and longer software support than the Tab A9 Plus.
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The multiview revolution YouTube TV is finally giving you control, letting you customize your multiview screen and pay for cheaper, genre-specific channel bundles.
The best Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories to buy in 2026
Make it better We run through the Elite Straps, facial interfaces, Link cables, cases, battery packs, and other Meta Quest 3 & 3S accessories that you'll want with your new headset.
New Acer Chromebooks for students promise 15 hours of battery life and spill-proof keys
Built for abuse Acer just dropped the first MediaTek Kompanio 540 Chromebooks, featuring rugged builds, modular repairs, and 15-hour battery life.
Best game controllers for Android
Fun-sized joysticks Mobile gaming is exploding, with more people getting into it regularly. We've found the best game controllers for Android phones and tablets.
