Samsung Wallet's installment payments and tap-to-send features show up in the app
Spotted in the wild Samsung Wallet is trialing buy-now-pay-later and tap-to-send.
Android 16
Google drops Android 16 Beta 4 before the big stable launch in May
Fresh out the lab You can grab the fourth beta for Android 16 now if you're feeling adventurous
Phones
Fairphone is doing its part to make the world a better place. Is it enough?
Change for the better It's easier for a small company to do the right thing. We need to see the same from the tech giants.
The Motorola Razr 2025 leaks in all angles ahead of official launch
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Best foldable phone 2025
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Which Android phone has the best camera? What I found after testing dozens of devices in 2025
sharp shooters Android phones have amazing cameras, but some phones do the job better than others. Whether you have pets or children or want to zoom way in, we've got the best picks for you.
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Google's Earth Day 2025 Doodle shows the many sides of our big blue planet
Big Blue Google explains the significance of its Earth Day 2025 doodle.
Google paid Samsung hefty amounts of money to preinstall Gemini
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Wear OS 6: Eligible watches, One UI 7 Watch, Gemini, & more
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Weather app is getting a much needed revamp with One UI 8, leak suggests
Cool 3D Weather A recent leak has unveiled some of the new features of Samsung’s One UI 8, including a revamped native weather app with 3D avatars and improved design elements.
Wearables
Second April Wear OS 5.1 update 'resolves' bad step algorithm issues
Ctrl+Z Google's second update this month will finally align November, March, and April update users onto one version that fixes a key accuracy issue.
Google Pixel Watch 3: Specs, new tricks, and vs. Pixel Watch 2 & 1
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Amazon is carving 25% OFF the Fitbit Charge 6 right now — but the deal ends soon
Fitness Tracker Deals Amazon has launched a 25% discount on our favorite Fitbit tracker, dropping its price down to under $120.
Best smart glasses 2025
Lookin' snazzy Because there are so many different types, the best smart glasses means something different for everyone. Here's how to pick.
Accessories
Synology DiskStation DS925+ review: A terrific NAS ruined by baffling limitations
Sigh Synology launched the DiskStation DS925+, and the NAS has considerable upgrades, notably 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet. But limitations with hard drive use makes the NAS a non-starter.
Best wireless charger 2025: Top 12 ranked for Android and iPhone
Cut the cord Charging with a cable is faster, but a wireless charger is much more convenient. These are the best you can buy, whether you want a pad, a stand, or a multi-device charger.
TeamGroup's X1 Max is the most versatile SSD I've ever used
Take it anywhere TeamGroup's X1 Max is the ultimate stick SSD. It looks just like a regular flash drive, but it houses an internal SSD, and you get USB-A and USB-C connectors along with 1000MB/s transfers.
Tablets
Rumors allege a Galaxy Tab S10 'Lite' is on the way, and a Tab S11 series shake-up
A Tablet Future Samsung is allegedly planning a new "Lite" tablet release and another shake-up for its Tab S11 series.
Get ready — Lenovo teases a Legion Tab (Gen 4), and it might launch soon
Make it double Lenovo kicked off a wave of teasers for its next Legion Tab.
Amazon's large Fire Max 11 tablet is selling at a 20% discount for a limited time
FIre Tablet Deals Amazon is currently offering 20% off for the Fire Max 11 tablet, which is one of our favorites whether for work or play.
Deals
The best Mint Mobile deals and plans of April 2025 — free wireless, bundle discounts, and more
Minty savings! Mint Mobile has always been touted as an affordable alternative to the traditional wireless carrier. Here are some ways you can make that cheap plan even cheaper.
Amazon is carving 25% OFF the Fitbit Charge 6 right now — but the deal ends soon
Fitness Tracker Deals Amazon has launched a 25% discount on our favorite Fitbit tracker, dropping its price down to under $120.
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Join the party T-Mobile has no shortage of great deals on Android phones; here are some of my favorites from this month.
Amazon's large Fire Max 11 tablet is selling at a 20% discount for a limited time
FIre Tablet Deals Amazon is currently offering 20% off for the Fire Max 11 tablet, which is one of our favorites whether for work or play.
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