Latest articles by Alex Dobie
The Galaxy S22 Ultra will always be the Note 22 to me
In 2022, Samsung's "Note" is more than just a single smartphone. Nevertheless, the arrival of a Note-ified S Ultra means the inevitable demise of a well-loved brand.
Samsung Galaxy S22 gets more guaranteed Android updates than Google's Pixel 6
Samsung continues to crush it with Android update commitments. Here's what else we found!
Android N: What we know about the path to launch
An early developer preview points to a late summer release for the next version of Android.
In 2022, OnePlus and Oppo's flagships are two sides of the same coin
Which Oppo/OnePlus phone should you buy in 2022? Following the recent merger, it's not totally clear.
With Fast Pair expansion and PC integration, Google plugs vital ecosystem gaps — but we want to see more
With the latest expansions to Nearby Share, Fast Pair, and Matter support, Google plugs vital ecosystem gaps — but we want more.
The most interesting phone of CES 2022 was the one that wasn't really there
There's plenty that OnePlus didn't show us with its CES-adjacent 10 Pro launch — including, crucially, the future direction of its software.
Remembering the original Samsung Galaxy Note, 10 years on
A decade on, the Note has graduated from a weird niche device to the default for flagship Android phones. So we're taking a look back on the phone that started it all.
Remembering the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, ten years on
The third Google Nexus phone was popular among the Android faithful for many of the same reasons as the Pixel 6. Here's our look back at the good old Gnex, ten years on.
Should you buy a Samsung Galaxy S21 for Christmas?
The holidays are almost here, so here's what you need to know if you're planning a last-minute purchase of Samsung's flagship phone.
Pick up a Galaxy Z Flip 3 for way less than you'd think ahead of Christmas
Enhanced trade-in pricing can bag you up to $600 off the Z Flip 3, plus get free Galaxy Buds 2 and a free case!
This Galaxy S21 for $499 offer is the one of the best Android deals of the year
Looking for a festive gift for someone special, or a pre-holiday treat for yourself? You could do a lot worse than this $300 off deal for a Galaxy S21 at Best Buy.
What to expect from the future of the 'Galaxy Note' in the S22 Ultra and beyond
While the Note as a product line may be dead, there's still plenty for Note fans to look forward to in the coming months and years.
Two weeks with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro: The first proper Google flagships
Whichever phone you pick up, you'll be getting one of the best Android handsets of the moment — and, unlike many rivals, a phone with a long lifespan ahead of it.
Best HTC Phones 2022
HTC hasn't released a true flagship phone since 2018, but its existing lineup is still worth considering for the right buyer.
Google's Pixel Watch looks like the Moto 360 successor I've been waiting for
Just as Google has established its own unique design language with the Pixel 6, the Pixel Watch looks set to stand out among the sea of other wearables pretending to be a fashion watch.
A year-old flagship might just give you the best bang for your buck
In late 2021, a discounted 2020 flagship can still be a fantastic buy. Here's why!
Best Huawei Mate 20 Pro Cases in 2022
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is one of the best-performing and best-looking Android phones around. If you want to keep it looking sharp, you'll want to keep it that way.
Is it worth spending more for a good phone camera?
If you're photographically inclined, you'll be using your phone to capture years of memories that you'll be looking back on for decades to come.
Nothing ear (1) black edition announced with carbon-neutral pledge, crypto payment options
New colorway announced alongside carbon neutrality pledge and crypto payment options.
