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Best smart locks for Google Home 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Hey google! Who's at the door? Smart locks are great tools for keeping your home safe, and if you've got a Google Assistant speaker, these can be controlled by just using your voice.

Best Amazon Echo Show 2025: Which smart display should you buy?
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Center of your home Deciding how much screen space you need for your chats with Alexa.

Best microSD cards for Android 2025
By Andrew Myrick, Christine Persaud last updated
Store more Expandable storage is only as good as the memory card you use to facilitate it. These are the best microSD cards you should buy for your Android device.

Samsung Galaxy A36 vs. Google Pixel 9a: A tough call
By Roydon Cerejo published
The Samsung Galaxy A36 features some notable upgrades at a great price. But is it better value than the Pixel 9a? We take apart the specs of both phones to see if there's a clear answer.

Best portable chargers and power banks 2025
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Gotta charge 'em all Have power for your phone and other gadgets wherever you go.

Garmin Instinct 3 vs. Fenix 8: Not really a fair fight
By Brady Snyder published
Smartwatch showdown The Garmin Fenix 8 trounces the Instinct 3 in terms of features, but don't count the latter out if you're looking for a less smart adventure watch.

Best USB-C headphone adapters
By Rebecca Spear, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Wired audio We've researched several different USB-C headphone adapters to determine which are best. See which ones fit your needs.

Complete list of AT&T Wireless MVNO carriers in 2025
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Take a pick! Here's our AT&T Wireless MVNO list, which includes many AT&T-based prepaid carriers offering value-for-money plans. Get one that's the best for you.

Best Bluetooth trackers 2025
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Track errthang Pick up one of these best Bluetooth trackers and keep tabs on all your valuables - including everything from keys to wallet - all with a simple app.

What's the best cheap tablet for Android in 2025? I tested over 50 devices and here are my results
By Andrew Myrick last updated
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.
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