Harish Jonnalagadda
Harish Jonnalagadda is Android Central's Senior Editor overseeing Asian markets. He started his tech journey at a very young age by tweaking Windows XP installations, and that hobby ignited an enthusiasm that led him into the world of PC modding. After picking up a Bachelor's degree in computer science, he decided to pursue his passion by covering PC hardware at VR-Zone, where he reviewed motherboards, video cards, and DRAM modules.
While he used iPhones initially, switching to the Nexus 4 served as the catalyst to explore Android's burgeoning ecosystem, and he pivoted to writing about mobile tech, joining Android Central's newsroom back in 2014. As Senior Editor of Asia, he manages the site's coverage of Chinese phone brands, enthusiast audio products, networking hardware, and storage servers, leveraging his engineering background and extensive experience testing mobile hardware to evaluate the latest phones and accessories.
In over a decade of covering Android, he has used pretty much every single major phone released globally, giving him an unrivaled view into Google's mobile platform. His specialty is Chinese brands; he's charted the growth of all the major Chinese manufacturers from their inception, and he uses that knowledge to share unique insights. When not testing the latest gadgets, he can be found reading sci-fi novels on his Kindle Oasis, and occasionally yelling at the TV in frustration as Arsenal squander yet another title run.
Latest articles by Harish Jonnalagadda
The best ANC earbuds I used in 2024 are down to just $63 for Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
SoundPEATS's Capsule3 Pro+ combine a fabulous sound with innovative drivers.
The iPad Pro M4 FINALLY goes on sale for Black Friday, but you'll need to act now
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Switch to OLED The 11-inch iPad Pro M4 is down to $849 — you don't want to miss this deal.
This isn't a typo — Sony's best-selling WH-1000XM4 headphones are down to $198 for Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Go go go Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones continue to be among the best around, and they are now down to just $198. This is a deal you don't want to miss.
iQOO 13 review: Almost no reason to buy anything else
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Value above all The iQOO 13 is now available globally, and it destroys every other phone when it comes to value.
Never delete another photo on your phone with this magnetic SSD upgrade, now just $46 for Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Never delete anything Orico's A20 Plus SSD is the best way to extend the storage of your phone. With storage going up to 2TB and exciting deals now live, this is the time to upgrade.
The best budget wireless earbuds I've used are down to just $25 ahead of Black Friday
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Level up Tagry is a brand you wouldn't know about, but it makes phenomenal budget wireless earbuds, and they're just $25 right now.
Best gaming phones 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Maximum FPS Gaming phones have evolved from the loud and boisterous designs, to sophisticated and understated pieces of hardware. One thing which hasn't changed though is the raw performance.
How to transfer data from your old Android phone to your new one
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Switch over smoothly! Moving over all your data (e.g., texts, call logs, contacts, music, and photos) from your older Android phone to a new one is a walk in the mark.
How to install the Android 16 beta on your phone
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
The 2025 version of Android is can now be previewed, and here's how you can get started.
Power your Black Friday binge-scrolling with Anker's 24,000mAh power bank — now just $79
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The one to get The Anker 737 Power Bank is one of the best you can buy today. While it usually sells for around $109, it's now down to $79 for Black Friday, making it a stellar deal.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1: New features, eligible devices, release date, and more
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Looking ahead The stable Android 15 build is now hitting Pixels, so it's time to take a look at what's coming to Android next year — this is what we know about Android 16.
OPPO Find X8 Pro review: Samsung should be terrified
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Finding glory The Find X8 Pro has made its global debut, and it combines an outstanding camera package with class-leading battery life and the best hardware available today.
Planning a phone upgrade this Black Friday? These are my picks
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Pre-game Black Friday is the best time to upgrade your phone, and if you're looking to do so this year, I have recommendations.
Why wait for Black Friday? Sennheiser's best-selling headphones are heavily discounted right now
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Easy listening Sennheiser's Momentum 4 are among the best headphones you can buy, and right now, they're down to just $249.
This solid-state micro speaker aims to bring huge sound upgrades to earbuds, XR glasses, and smartwatches
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired The Sycamore is an all-silicon solid-state audio driver made by xMEMS, and it is designed to be used with open-ear products, including earbuds, XR glasses, and smartwatches.
Google Pixel 9 vs. Pixel 8: Which should you buy?
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Make the right call The Google Pixel 9 vs. Pixel 8 comparison will give you the details you need to see if the new Pixel is worth the upgrade.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. OnePlus Open: A thoroughly one-sided contest
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Open and shut Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 doesn't really move the needle too much, and as a result, it loses out to the year-old OnePlus Open.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro review: Ultimate bragging rights
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The ROG Phone 9 Pro is the fastest phone you can buy today, and that isn't likely to change anytime soon.
Three reasons you should wait for the OnePlus 13 — and two reasons not to
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
To wait or not to wait? The OnePlus 13 is launching globally early next year, so should you wait until it goes on sale, or buy the OnePlus 12 right now?
Best external drives for NVIDIA Shield TV Pro 2024
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Andrew Myrick last updated
Store & Stream! We've rounded up the best options for expanding your NVIDIA Shield TV Pro's storage, ranging from standard external hard drives to USB flash drives.
The RedMagic 10 Pro Plus is basically a power bank attached to a gaming phone
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Absolute unit RedMagic's latest gaming phone has a ridiculous 7,050mAh battery.
What is an IP69 rating, and why should you care?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Hardwired Most flagships these days have IP68 dust and water resistance as standard, but with 2025 phones switching to IP69, it's time to take a look at the standard and see how it's different.
OPPO's answer to the Galaxy S25 is launching globally on November 21
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Come on OPPO is launching the Find X8 and X8 Pro globally on November 21, with both devices touting considerable upgrades.
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