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Phones
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Google's June Pixel Drop is rolling out, and we're unraveling what's coming with Android 17
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A bunch of Android phones are free at Metro by T-Mobile right now — but which device is right for you?
Sign me up Metro by T-Mobile has added some new devices to its "Free Phone" list, with picks from Samsung, Motorola, and TCL up for grabs.
Prime Day Garmin watch deals have landed — score up to 50% off Fenix, Venu, Forerunner, and more
Get active Prime Day is still over a week away, but Amazon is already dropping smartwatch deals like there's no tomorrow.
Apps & Software
Android 17: Everything you need to know
What's next The stable Android 17 build is now available to Pixels, with other devices slated to get the update shortly.
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Google Chrome's next update could be bad news for ad blocker users
This changes everything Chrome's next update could break some of your favorite ad blockers.
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UK bans social media for under-16s: Here's when it starts and which apps are affected
Social media banned Here's everything you need to know about the UK social media ban for under 16s.
Your inbox might finally get quieter now that Google is taking down a major AI scam ring
A double-edged sword Google is teaming up with the FBI to sue the massive scam ring that weaponized Gemini to flood your phone with phishing texts.
Wearables
Minimal but meaningful? Galaxy Watch 8 grabs a mid-June Wear OS refresher
Quick refresh Galaxy Watches in the U.S. reportedly begin receiving a Wear OS security patch that might miss a major fix.
Best Amazfit smartwatch 2026
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Prime Day Garmin watch deals have landed — score up to 50% off Fenix, Venu, Forerunner, and more
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Accessories
Early Prime Day deals on wireless headphones and earbuds — my TOP 15+ picks under $200
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Best home NAS 2026
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Tablets
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