Google's next TV Streamer sounds like a massive upgrade — Apple should be worried
Smarter streamer incoming Google's next TV Streamer could be a major upgrade.
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Phones
What price hike? Amazon just slashed $450 off the Galaxy S26 Ultra
Forget the price hike Forget Samsung's recent price hike — Amazon just knocked $450 off its best flagship.
Samsung is reportedly cutting smartphone production as memory costs soar
Samsung chooses profit A report from Korea says Samsung is making fewer phones because selling them isn't making money anymore.
Android 17 is here for the Moto Razr Ultra 2026: this is what you should know
Massive Update Android 17 is rolling out on the Moto Razr Ultra 2026. The massive update updates its icons, Settings page, themed icons, and brings Notification Summaries, AI Key updates, and more.
The Xiaomi 18 Ultra would've had insane cameras, but it looks like we'll never get it
Gone for now? Beastly cameras on the Xiaomi 18 Ultra look like a reality we'll never get. Rumors say the phone's been dropped, but there's hope for the future.
Android 17
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 is rolling out: unexpected reboots and kernel crash fixes lead the way
Fixing bugs A sixth Android 17 QPR2 Beta is rolling out for Pixel users. One fix arrives to aid Pixel 9 Pro Fold users struggling with unexpected reboots.
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Deals
What price hike? Amazon just slashed $450 off the Galaxy S26 Ultra
Forget the price hike Forget Samsung's recent price hike — Amazon just knocked $450 off its best flagship.
These smart glasses put a 171-inch screen right in front of your eyes, and they're $50 off
Big screen, tiny package If you've ever wanted your own portable movie theater, this Xreal deal is worth a look.
Forget the Galaxy Tab S12, this $355 discount makes the Galaxy Tab S11 a steal
Skip the new model I've found the Android tablet deal I'd actually spend my Prime Day budget on.
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 just got a big free upgrade and a $60 price cut
Better Buds, lower price Pixel Buds Pro 2 are $60 off just as Google rolls out a big new update
Apps & Software
Google Messages struggles to send media in RCS—but a fix is coming
Failed to send Media problems rise again for Google Messages' RCS chats, but it looks like Google is on the case.
Chrome for Android might soon force a biometric scan before filling your passwords
Trust issue Chrome’s next password feature on Android could make stolen phones less dangerous.
Google Play Fest is coming to shower app lovers with sweepstakes and big discounts
Deals worth saving for Don’t buy apps or ebooks yet: Google Play Fest kicks off October 13 with massive point boosts.
Meta launches 'Edits Assistant' for Instagram: users stay in control creatively
Editing Meta is rolling out "Edits Assistant" for its Instagram Edits app. The AI helps with analytics. Users remain in creative control of their content.
Wearables
Old Pixel Watches will lose 'Safety Signal' support: here's what that means for impacted users
End of Support LTE Pixel Watch 2 and Watch 3 users will lose Safety Signal by the end of the year. Google is preparing to end support for the features, and this is what it means for you.
Ultrahuman's Heart Scan for Ring PRO needs only sixty seconds for crucial insights
Quick Scan Ultrahuman's "Heart Scan" arrives for Ring PRO users. A sixty-second scan is all it takes for crucial, in-the-moment insights about your heart.
I love the Fitbit Air, but Google's leaked Fitbit Edge might be even better
Fitbit Air with a screen The Fitbit Edge looks like everything I wanted the Fitbit Air to be.
Samsung Galaxy Glasses are coming sooner than you might think
Galaxy Glasses are coming Samsung's answer to Meta's Ray-Bans is almost here.
Accessories
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 just got a big free upgrade and a $60 price cut
Better Buds, lower price Pixel Buds Pro 2 are $60 off just as Google rolls out a big new update
UGREEN's local AI NAS rolls out huge price drops ahead of its Kickstarter launch
Local UGREEN's dropping the MSRP on its upcoming local AI NAS, and if you've already made your deposit, you're eligible for a gift.
Samsung finally takes on Shokz with first clip-on Galaxy Buds
New Form Factor Samsung's Galaxy Buds On abandon the traditional in-ear seal for a clip-on, open-ear design optimized for workout stability and spatial awareness.
Tablets
The Amazon Alexa Tablet series runs Android, and turns into a 'sanctuary' for Kindle readers
Alexa Tablet series The Amazon Alexa Tablet series is here, running Android to deliver full Play Store access, alongside accessories, a Nanomatte display, and more.
Forget the Galaxy Tab S12, this $355 discount makes the Galaxy Tab S11 a steal
Skip the new model I've found the Android tablet deal I'd actually spend my Prime Day budget on.
Amazon's Kindle just got its biggest redesign in years, and there's a page-turn remote
Kindle Turns a New Page Amazon has re-engineered its entire Kindle lineup for flush screens and faster page turns.
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