Fitbit users risk losing data by 2026 if they don't merge with a Google Account
Remember this date Fitbit emailed users, informing them of the new Google Account merge deadline and about their data.
Phones
HMD Global's Barbie Phone is a dumbphone your pre-teen might actually like
Gadget Weekly Dumb phones like the Barbie Phone are suitable for younger children for several reasons, especially when sold in such colorful and attractive packaging.
The Light Phone 3 is here with miniature features, massive $799 price tag
Minimal The Light Phone 3 is now available for pre-order, packing a 3.92-inch AMOLED display and a camera for the first time.
The Galaxy A36 5G was just announced, but you can ALREADY score $150 off at Samsung — here's how
That was fast. Buy the new Galaxy A36 5G directly from the source and you'll be eligible for up to $150 of trade-in credit. Here's how it works.
Qualcomm's 'Elite' branding should stay exclusive to Oryon-based chips
Elite or budget? Qualcomm's Snapdragon "Elite" chips aren't a marketing gimmick — they're the real deal. But that will only remain true if the brand is used for Oryon-based chips.
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Beyond the Alphabet
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Off the Record
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Apps & Software
Reported changes to Android development aren't really a change
Same as it ever was Despite what you might read, how Android is made isn't changing.
YouTube's notification test impacts channels you rarely interact with
Trying something out YouTube was spotted running a notification test for users with "All" selected on channels.
Google tipped to bring text-based actions in AI Overviews for Circle to Search
Google is reportedly beta testing new text-based features for content captured in Circle to Search.
Google prepares you for a hot summer with new AI updates for traveling
Hot Summer Google detailed new updates to prepare users for a summer full of traveling.
Wearables
Samsung's lawsuit against Oura failed. What happens next could reshape the smart ring market
Samsung v. Oura A federal judge ruled that Samsung can't prove Oura will sue them, clearing the way for Oura to do just that (barring an appeal).
I used the Apple Watch Series 10 for six months — here's why it's still the best smartwatch
Hardwired The Apple Watch Series 10 continues to be a terrific choice six months after its debut.
Fitbit's Health Metrics are getting a redesign on Android and iOS
New looks Previously featuring a basic user-interface that felt like an afterthought, Fitbit is now rolling out a fresh new look for Health Metrics on mobile.
Forget the Fenix 8 — save hundreds on Garmin watches during Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Big Spring Deals From the Vivoactive 5 and Venu 3S for mainstream buyers to the Epix Pro and Fenix 7X Pro for power users, all of our favorite Garmin watches have good deals.
Accessories
These are likely the last wireless headphones I'll ever buy (and they're $200 OFF during Amazon's Big Spring Sale)
Unbelievable Amazon's Big Spring Sale is carving 20% off the super-premium Beoplay H95 headphones, but you're running out of time.
Amazon's 'Springtime Prime Day' is dropping 22% OFF the top-rated Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Buds for Pixel Users The upgraded Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds have dropped back to their lowest price ever as part of the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
Uh, is this a joke? Best Buy carves 49% OFF my favorite noise-cancelling headphones from Beats
Listen up Head to Best Buy now and you'll score a straight 49% discount on the Beats Studio Pro, one of my favorite pairs of wireless headphones.
Gaming
At-home date nights are better in VR (no, seriously)
New kinds of fun At-home dates can be notoriously challenging when the kids are finally in bed, but a couple of Meta Quest headsets will transport you somewhere far, far away.
This is Vivo's mixed reality headset
It's real Vivo just showcased the design of its mixed reality headset, the Vision.
Meta Quest 3S: Specs and everything you need to know
Less money, more fun We run through the Meta Quest 3S specs, our hands-on impressions, how it compares to other Meta headsets, and all the pricing details you need to know.
