Google Pixel 9a launch live blog: review, camera comparisons, deals, and more
It's finally here The Google Pixel 9a is here and we're reacting to all the reviews and telling you everything we think about the phone. Follow along!
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Xiaomi prepares developers for Android 16 with a preview on 'select' devices
Devs, you're first Xiaomi announced the start of its Android 16 Developer Preview.
Phones
I spent weeks with the Google Pixel 9a and the Pixel 9 — you should buy this one
Pixel perfect The Google Pixel 9 is often on sale for just slightly more than the midrange Pixel 9a, so why buy the latter?
This Google Pixel 9a deal is so good it's got to be illegal
How. The Google Pixel 9a just came out but one carrier is already offering the phone for nearly 80% off!
MediaTek highlights Dimensity 9400 Plus with edge-AI specs and 20% boost in Gen AI
Agentic AI MediaTek has launched the newest Dimensity 9400 Plus SoC.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Rumors, leaks, and everything we know so far
The next flip We're already looking ahead at the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and what we think we know about the device in addition to the things we would like to see on Samsung's next flip phone.
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Apps & Software
Google releases enterprise-grade Gemini tier in Android Studio
AI coding Business with concerns about using AI for code development can subscribe to Gemini's business tier, which adds security protections and IP rights.
Google Messages just made ditching spam texts a breeze
Tired of junk texts? Text spam on Google Messages is about to get a whole lot less frequent.
Google Maps doubles down on preventing fake reviews
Fake reviews Google is using AI to find fake reviews on Google Maps, and is issuing more ‘suspected fake reviews’ warnings.
Google expands Scam Detection feature to Pixel Watch 3 and its predecessor
Scam Detection on the wrist Google introduced its AI-based Scam Detection feature Pixel 9 series last month via Feature drop, which is now venturing to Pixel Watch 2 and 3 models in the U.S.
Wearables
Loss of Pulse Detection is finally rolling out to Pixel Watch 3 users in the US
Safety Loss of Pulse Detection, a feature that can call emergency services if your Pixel Watch 3 can't find a pulse, is rolling out now.
Honor Watch 5 Ultra has the best battery life of any smartwatch I used
About time Honor's Watch 5 Ultra has all the hallmarks of a great smartwatch, but what I like the most about it is that it lasts two weeks between charges.
How to switch to grid app view on a Google Pixel Watch
How do you Pixel? You can view your apps in a List or Grid view on any Google Pixel Watch with the latest OS update.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: Specs, upgrades, deals, and more
Galaxy AI watch Watch Ultra aside, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is the best Android watch available. But should you keep your Watch 6, upgrade to the Ultra, or wait for the Watch 8?
Accessories
Gemini on Samsung's Ballie enables personal insights ahead of summer reveal
Hey, Ballie Samsung highlights Google Cloud partnership for Gemini's help for its Ballie AI robot.
I used Seagate's limited-edition Genshin Impact external SSD, and it is stunning
Balancing the scales I used Seagate's limited-edition SSD based on Genshin Impact, and it is absolutely amazing.
One of our favorite Bluetooth speakers just scored a ridiculous 45% discount at Amazon
Big Ol' Speaker Savings The last-gen Ultimate Ears Boom 3 speaker is currently 45% OFF at Amazon, marking its lowest price ever.
Tablets
Onyx Boox Page v4.0 keeps the e-reader fresh with Library and file updates
Get Cozy Boox was spotted rolling out v4.0 for the Page e-reader.
Hey Samsung, where's the Galaxy Tab S10?
MIA Four "Samsung Galaxy Tab S10" models later, there's still no regular-sized Galaxy Tab S10.
Amazon's leftover spring deals include $120 OFF the Google Pixel Tablet, but it ends soon
Pixel Tablet Savings For a limited time, Amazon is offering $120 off the Google Pixel Tablet as part of its leftover spring deals, but it isn't expected to last long.
Deals
This Google Pixel 9a deal is so good it's got to be illegal
How. The Google Pixel 9a just came out but one carrier is already offering the phone for nearly 80% off!
Samsung just quietly dropped one of the best Galaxy Z Flip 6 deals I've seen all year — score up to $750 OFF the top-rated foldable
Shocker! Samsung has brought back a deal that carves up to $750 off the Galaxy Z Flip 6 when you trade in (or $150 off when you don't).
Sick of your current phone bill? Pay as little as $15 per month with these sweet MVNO deals
Cheap wireless Using an MVNO can already save you money on your phone bill, but these deals make your cheap wireless even cheaper.
One of our favorite Bluetooth speakers just scored a ridiculous 45% discount at Amazon
Big Ol' Speaker Savings The last-gen Ultimate Ears Boom 3 speaker is currently 45% OFF at Amazon, marking its lowest price ever.
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