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Android XR: Everything you need to know
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Gemini unleashed Android XR is the software that Samsung and other brands will use for XR headsets, AR glasses, and smart glasses. We'll explain how it works.

Samsung's refurbished Galaxy S24 units are a bad deal, buy these instead
By Brady Snyder published
Thumbs down Samsung's refurbished phones now cost more this year, making them a bad deal compared to both new and third-party renewed options. Here's what to buy instead.

I wish Spotify would augment Jam sessions with features like comments and reactions
By Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Gadget Weekly Spotify Jam is an epic feature that socializes the music streaming experience. I would love to see these features added to Jam sessions.

Fairphone is doing its part to make the world a better place. Is it enough?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
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.

Wear OS 6: Eligible watches, One UI 7 Watch, Gemini, & more
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Future of Wear OS Wear OS 6 will likely transform Android watches with Gemini tricks and new fitness coaching. Here's what we know (and hope to see).

Google TV sucks — Indian brand Lumio is aiming to change that
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Listen up I don't like Google TV in general, but Indian brand Lumio rolled out a new TV that does a great job tweaking the UI — so much so that I enjoyed using it.

Google Pixel Watch 3: Specs, new tricks, and vs. Pixel Watch 2 & 1
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Third time charmer Available in two sizes, the Google Pixel Watch 3 has loads of delectable features to indulge in. Here's all you need to know about it.

Samsung's new smart glasses will put up a good fight against Ray-Ban Meta 3
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
AI with a vision A new pair of Google smart glasses running Android XR was shown off at TED 2025, including impressive AI vision capabilities.

Ask Jerry: What do I need to know about buying a used phone?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!

TeamGroup's X1 Max is the most versatile SSD I've ever used
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
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.
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