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mercredi 31 décembre 2025

Thieaudio does it again — the Valhalla is the best IEM I've ever used: This $,1999 IEM has 19 drivers in each ear, and it sounds absolutely divine

With the Valhalla, Thieaudio has an IEM with 19 drivers in each ear, a titanium shell, and sound quality you'll have to hear to believe.

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How I learned to manage my emotions with Google's Journal app

I switched over to the Pixel 10 Pro a few months ago, which led me to start journaling on the Google Pixel Journal app. Here's how it helped me.

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Verizon just made YouTube TV cheaper — but only if you’re on the right plan

Verizon customers can now snag YouTube TV for just $63 a month, saving a solid $120 total if you're a new subscriber ready to bundle.

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mardi 30 décembre 2025

I'm extremely excited (and even more worried) about what changes might be on the way in 2026 for Chromebooks and tablets

Chromebooks and tablets continued to grow in popularity over the course of 2025, but with major changes on the horizon, we could be in for an exciting year, or a disappointing one.

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5 things I want to see with Chinese phones in 2026

I get to use all major Chinese phones that are launched over the course of a year, and here's what I want to see in 2026.

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OnePlus' $400 tablet arrives in the US with a solid launch deal

Get the OnePlus Pad Go 2 with a free accessory in this limited US launch offer.

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lundi 29 décembre 2025

The Galaxy S26 may finally get satellite voice calls, and it's about time

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 could bring real satellite voice calling, not just SOS texts, powered by a new modem.

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OnePlus 15R vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: Two premium midrange phones, very different priorities

The OnePlus 15R goes all-in on performance and fast charging, while the Galaxy S25 FE plays it safe and familiar.

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dimanche 28 décembre 2025

Android Central's Best of 2025: Apps and Services

Here are all the winners for Best Apps and Services for 2025!

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Your favorite fitness watch brands have some problems to fix. From longstanding Garmin problems to a Fitbit renaissance, these are my 2026 predictions and what improvements I want to see

From a game-changing Fenix 9 to more Whoop-style straps and better fitness watch-smart glasses integration, it should be an exciting 2026 for athletes!

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Samsung’s Galaxy S26 price is reportedly stuck in limbo thanks to rising memory costs

Samsung's Galaxy S26 is almost certainly getting more expensive due to soaring memory and component costs, leaving the company in a tough pricing bind.

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samedi 27 décembre 2025

Samsung in 2026: A reckoning shaped by 2025’s biggest decisions

Samsung took great strides to have a successful 2025, but now it hinges on those successes and decisions in order to have a great 2026, and here's what next year should look like.

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2026 mobile tech predictions: Expect shifts in AI, pricing, and features as the market evolves

2026 will be here in a few days, and I expect things to shift a bit when it comes to tech products.

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vendredi 26 décembre 2025

Android Central's Best of 2025: Chromebooks and tablets

Here are the winners for the Best Android Chromebook and Tablet for 2025!

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Here's your first look at the OnePlus phone with a massive 9,000 mAh battery

The first real-world images of the OnePlus Turbo reveal its design ahead of its official launch in 2026

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Gmail might finally let you switch to a new address without starting over

Gmail could soon solve one of its biggest limitations by allowing users to choose a new address without starting over.

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jeudi 25 décembre 2025

This video puts the Galaxy Z TriFold's durability to the test, and it doesn't end well

Samsung's first tri-folding phone proved extremely fragile under pressure, especially during the reverse bend.

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If you thought 2025 was a good year for XR, just wait until you see what's coming in 2026

The XR industry is about to undergo some massive shifts in 2026, from Steam's standalone debut to the first pair of true XR glasses.

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Android Central's Best of 2025: XR/VR headsets, smart glasses, and games

Here are all the winners for best VR headsets, smart glasses, and VR games of the year!

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mercredi 24 décembre 2025

PSA: A strange Pixel camera bug is stopping some photos from being saved

Some Pixel owners say photos fail to save when taking many shots in quick succession.

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mardi 23 décembre 2025

Google says goodbye to the Remix banana emoji in latest Messages app beta

After debuting the Nano Banana-powered Remix feature front and center in Google Messages, Google is toning things down in a beta version of the app.

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YouTube won't share streaming data with Billboard in 2026 and it's going to change how your favorite artists perform on the top charts

YouTube will stop sharing music streams with Billboard starting midway through January 2026, it's going to have major ripples through the industry.

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Samsung is putting Gemini on a fridge, and it'll debut at CES 2026

The company will showcase Gemini-powered smart appliances, including a fridge and wine cellar, at CES 2026.

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lundi 22 décembre 2025

As Chromebooks appear to reach their final form and Android tablets get better than ever, it sure looks like the two are on a path of convergence

The year started off pretty slow for both Chromebooks and tablets. But there's little denying that 2025 ended up being quite exciting for both platforms, and it really has us curious about the what the future holds.

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Anna's Archive backed up 99% of Spotify listens in the name of 'preservation' — but is it really just piracy?

Anna's Archive, billed as the largest truly-open library in human history, now includes roughly 300TB of Spotify tracks and metadata.

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NotebookLM is now powered by Gemini 3 for better reasoning and multimodal understanding

Google has officially made the switch from Gemini 2.5 Flash to Gemini 3 for NotebookLM, bringing the company's "most intelligent model" to the platform.

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The state of AI in 2025: How Google, Apple, OpenAI, and others fared

AI continued to grow in 2025, but not in all the ways we expected, and not every company experienced the same level of success. Here's my report card.

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New Galaxy S26 leak suggests the Plus model is actually massive

A new Galaxy S26 leak hints at a bigger S26 Plus, real Qi2 magnets, and telephoto camera upgrades for the non-Ultra models.

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Samsung's new One UI 8.5 beta for Galaxy S25 cleans up a lot of issues

Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta 2 for the Galaxy S25 focuses on bug fixes and stability improvements.

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Samsung may already be preparing a wide-screen foldable to rival Apple's first foldable

Samsung is reportedly working on a wider foldable with a 4:3 display to rival Apple's first foldable iPhone.

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dimanche 21 décembre 2025

Wear OS in 2025: How Pixel, Galaxy, and OnePlus smartwatches fared against our expectations

I made a dozen guesses for what Google, Samsung, and other Wear OS watch brands would do in 2025. I got a lot right, but not everything.

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Wearables report card 2025: How smartwatches, rings, and glasses fared this year against my predictions

Last year, I had analysts tell me how wearable tech would improve in 2025. Here's what we got right and wrong, and how the big companies did.

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The ultimate step test: I wore 10 fitness watches while walking 10,000 steps. These are the brands you can trust for your New Year's step goals

I took my Amazfit, Apple, Coros, Google, Garmin, OnePlus, Polar, Samsung, Suunto, and Withings watches for a step test to see which you can trust.

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samedi 20 décembre 2025

TikTok is being sold to US investors: Here's what it means for Android users

TikTok signed a deal that would sell part of the company to U.S. investors, and it could mean sweeping changes for users.

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Samsung's next Galaxy Z Fold might finally get the cameras it deserves

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 rumor points to major camera upgrades, finally bringing its foldable photo quality up to flagship standards.

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Xreal deals blow to Viture with patent victory and German sales ban

A German court just banned Viture's AR glasses in Europe for infringing on Xreal's patents.

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Samsung seems poised to bring its Exynos 2600 to the Galaxy Z Flip 8, per reports

New reports claimed that Samsung could utilize its new Exynos 2600 SoC in its upcoming Flip 8.

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vendredi 19 décembre 2025

VR isn't dead, and 2025 has only proven how ridiculous those claims continue to be. That, and XR glasses have finally found their mojo

XR has had a monumental 2025, from the launch of Android XR to a flurry of new smart glasses, this was a massive year of growth and excitement.

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Pixel owners can finally remove the ‘At a Glance’ widget in new Android beta

Google's latest Android beta finally lets you turn off the Pixel's stubborn At a Glance widget, a major win for home screen control.

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Google preps a fix for what's probably the Phone app's most annoying trait

Google is testing a solution to a problematic issue Android users have with the Phone app when on a call.

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Apple Fitness+ is finally available in India, and it is everything I hoped it would be: This is the only guided workout program you'll ever need, and you won't believe what it costs

Apple Fitness+ is now in India, and it costs just ₹149 ($1.65) a month, an absolute steal.

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As a fan of stealth classics like Metal Gear Solid and Splinter Cell, I couldn't be happier with these two new Meta Quest games

Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow and Espire MR Missions use the Meta Quest 3's capabilities to perfectly revive the stealth genre, and I'm all here for it.

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jeudi 18 décembre 2025

Fitness 101: A smarter, Android-powered guide to crushing your New Year’s goals

A straightforward roadmap to help you create better habits, smarter fitness tech, and goals you’ll actually stick to.

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Leak claims Google wants to make your Android satellite connections easy

Google could make satellite connections easy to handle on Android, as a leak discovered signs in its code.

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Meta reportedly scraps Horizon OS partners to focus on the Quest

Meta is said to have paused its Horizon OS partner program, leaving Android XR a clear shot as the open platform.

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mercredi 17 décembre 2025

Meta enhances smart glasses: New features to elevate your holiday experience

Meta's latest update enhances its AI smart glasses with groundbreaking noise cancellation and real-time music suggestions from Spotify.

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Pixel's home screen search just got worse for everyday use

Google is replacing Pixel Launcher's home screen search with the Google app, prioritizing faster access to AI Mode.

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Google's CC AI agent is a morning brief for early birds that taps into Workspace

Google Labs launched its AI agent test, CC, which creates a daily morning brief based on your Workspace content.

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mardi 16 décembre 2025

Did you miss out on the Galaxy Chromebook Plus Black Friday deal? You're in luck - it's on sale again and almost as cheap

Time's running out on being able to make sure you get everything on the list before the big day. So if you missed out on the last Galaxy Chromebook Plus deal, I wouldn't wait too long on this one before it too is gone.

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Motorola's G Power 2026 mid-range embraces your crazy life with power and class

Motorola launched its G Power 2026, a mid-range device that focuses on speed and reliability for consumers and their everyday lives.

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Google Search's new plus button is a bigger AI shift than it looks

Google's new plus button is a direct, desktop-only shortcut that pushes you into AI-powered search by uploading files.

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Search Labs initiates a Google app test that lets users 'tailor' their feed on Android

Search Labs started a Google app test in the U.S., bringing users a "Tailor your feed" experiment.

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lundi 15 décembre 2025

Galaxy S26 may debut with software features currently hidden in One UI 8.5

Leak suggests Samsung is holding back several software and AI features for the Galaxy S26 series.

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Disney hits Google with a cease-and-desist over AI copyright claims

Disney just sued Google, calling its AI a "virtual vending machine" for pirating characters like Mickey Mouse and Elsa.

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Android phones are finally getting a way to flag 'urgent' calls

Google is testing a new calling feature that lets callers mark calls as urgent, allowing important calls to break through Do Not Disturb.

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Google Play Points members can snag the Pixel 10 Pro for $549 — here's how to claim the offer

Eligible Play Points members can grab the Pixel 10 Pro or Pro XL at steeply reduced prices.

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dimanche 14 décembre 2025

The Galaxy Z TriFold is an impressive feat of innovation, but here's why it leaves me concerned

Although we have to wait a little while longer, it's very exciting to see that the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold will actually be released in the U.S. However, we can't help but wonder if Samsung made the right decisions about certain aspects of the phone.

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New Year's Resolutions Starter Kit: 45 tech and fitness accessories to hit your 2026 goals

We picked the best fitness watches, accessories, and apparel we've tested that'll help you hit your New Year's resolutions in 2026!

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samedi 13 décembre 2025

Google brings a useful Pixel 10 Pro Fold camera feature to Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Google finally brings its half-screen camera preview tool to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

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Google just made uninstalling system app updates more complicated

The change forces people to take extra steps to roll back updates that were once easy to remove.

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vendredi 12 décembre 2025

Google Weather is broken on older Wear OS watches, but a fix is coming

A bug has stranded owners of the original Pixel Watch and Galaxy Watch without a functional, native weather app.

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You can no longer wear Xreal or Meta's smart glasses in public on this cruise ship

MSC Cruises has banned smart glasses like Meta Ray-Bans from its ships to stop people from recording others without their knowledge.

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Does the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold support wireless charging?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has been confirmed by Samsung, but what about its wireless charging capability?

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Spotify’s ‘Prompted Playlists’ lets you take more control of its algorithm

Spotify announced "Prompted Playlists," a feature in beta that places the user in control of its musical algorithm.

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jeudi 11 décembre 2025

Satechi's new magnetic 7-in-1 USB-C hub is going straight in my travel bag: It has HDMI, USB-A, SD/MicroSD reader, USB PD with 100W charging, and Gigabit Ethernet

Need a USB-C hub that has all the ports you need? Satechi just rolled out a new model in the OntheGo collection, and the 7-in-1 USB-C Hub may just be the product you need.

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Instagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expand

Instagram announced "Your Algorithm" for U.S.-based users, helping them control the content the platform's AI thinks they want to see.

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Tech Talk: Here's why your next phone will cost more, and why budget phones may be hit the hardest

AI takes a ton of memory. High demand and short supply mean prices go up!

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mercredi 10 décembre 2025

Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders

Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.

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Samsung looks ready to commit to Qi2 with a full magnetic accessory lineup for the S26 series

The leak shows carbon fiber, silicone, and clear magnetic cases, plus an unusual dual-magnet holder ring.

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New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations

Google is rumored to have an alternative to Apple's NameDrop in the works, and the latest leaks showcased its animations.

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mardi 9 décembre 2025

Pixel 10's unofficial Pixel Stand support vanishes after the December update

Pixel 10 users are seeing alignment and compatibility errors on the Pixel Stand following the Android 16 QPR2 update.

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The Wear OS ecosystem shrinks even further as TicWatches vanish from stores and Mobvoi pivots to AI

First, Fossil gave up smartwatches for basic watches; now, this well-known Android smartwatch brand has stopped selling them, pivoting to AI tech.

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lundi 8 décembre 2025

We asked, you answered: What age should kids start owning smartphones? The top answer from our latest poll may surprise you

We examine the results of our last poll, which asked readers what they think the appropriate age is for kids to own their first smartphone.

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I've tested Gemini 3, and it proves Google has what it takes to win the AI race

OpenAI is old news — there are three things about Google's Gemini 3 rollout that have me convinced it can come out on top of the AI race.

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When is the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold release date?

Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold is launching very soon in one market, but release dates for other markets are less clear. Here's what you need to know.

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I tested the iQOO 15: It is the ideal POCO F8 Ultra rival, and it has a major advantage

The iQOO 15 has huge upgrades this year, but it also comes with a huge price tag.

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dimanche 7 décembre 2025

Meta reportedly pushes the release of new mixed-reality glasses to 2027

Meta's next-generation pair of mixed-reality glasses were originally tabbed to release in the second half of 2026, but they're now delated into 2027.

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Gemini's refresh: Unveiling the new 'My Stuff' folder for seamless user navigation

Google transformed its Gemini web interface, introducing a sleek dark theme and a user-friendly "My Stuff" folder.

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If you want your 2026 fitness goals to succeed, you'll start them now

I finished most of my New Year's resolutions in 2025, and I have five simple suggestions for how you can pull off yours in 2026.

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Gemini 3 Deep Think is Google's 'most advanced reasoning feature' — and it's available now

Gemini 3 Deep Think is Google's smartest AI model yet, and it's now available in the Gemini app for Google AI Ultra subscribers.

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Google Antigravity's rate limits are changing amid 'incredible' demand

Google is giving priority access for subscribers to Antigravity, the agent-based IDE built on Gemini 3. Free users are getting higher rate limits, too.

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samedi 6 décembre 2025

YouTube TV just filled a major news gap by adding C-SPAN

C-SPAN, C-SPAN2, and C-SPAN3 have officially landed on YouTube TV this week, filling a major gap in the service’s news lineup.

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Samsung accidentally leaks Galaxy S26 series design in One UI 8.5

Samsung accidentally revealed Galaxy S26 series renders inside One UI 8.5 source code.

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Leak claims Honor's next mid-range could have a mammoth-sized battery

A report highlighted an upcoming Honor mid-range that could rock an incredible upgrade for its battery capacity.

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Tech News Wrap: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is officially coming, Google unlocked new Android features, Netflix plans Warner Bros. takeover, and more

This week, Samsung finally shows off its Galaxy Z TriFold, Google Pixel and Android users get useful features, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. in a massive $83 billion deal, intel on Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and One UI 8.5 update leaked in full.

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vendredi 5 décembre 2025

Xiaomi's trifold might've just shown up the same week Samsung had the spotlight

Xiaomi's trifold is still—allegedly—in the cards after it supposedly appeared in a database.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 finally gets its big One UI 8 upgrade in the US

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 6 finally catches up with Wear OS 6.

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Pixel 10 users say the December update is messing with the always-on display

Pixel 10's latest update is making the always-on display… not so always-on.

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I compared the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, Tensor G5, and Dimensity 9500

I used all flagships this year, and I put Qualcomm and MediaTek's latest to the test to see which comes out ahead.

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jeudi 4 décembre 2025

Meta just stole two of Apple's biggest lead designers, and the implications for VR, smart glasses, and AI are absolutely enormous

Two legendary designers at Apple are jumping ship and heading to lead Meta's Reality Labs design team, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Meta.

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Samsung's next major One UI 8.5 update just leaked in full

Samsung's next update adds new Galaxy AI tools, a customizable Quick Settings panel, faster Quick Share, and smarter lock screen layouts.

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Here's why the POCO F8 Ultra isn't coming to India

The F8 Ultra is POCO's best phone yet, but there's a problem: the brand isn't bringing the device to India, its biggest overseas market. I dug around, and this is why the F8 Ultra isn't launching in India.

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Google's 2025 search data reveals a world gripped by Gemini and chaos

Google’s Gemini claimed the #1 spot on the global search chart, with competitor DeepSeek also cracking the top 10.

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mercredi 3 décembre 2025

Garmin's 'Year in Review' report shows whether you're better than other athletes for steps, Body Battery, and more

Garmin's 2025 report reveals the fastest-growing sports, most stress-free countries, and how your stats compare to others.

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Google's December update boosts Pixel security and fixes 33 bugs

Google launched a critical security patch for Pixel users, addressing 33 vulnerabilities and enhancing UI performance.

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mardi 2 décembre 2025

India's Sonodyne made a soundbar, and it is spectacular: It has Dolby Atmos, sublime audio, a standalone sub, and is astonishingly affordable

Sonodyne is an Indian audio manufacturer that's outstanding, and it now has a soundbar: meet the Sama 5000.

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The Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus is a new, affordable alternative to the Fenix 8 Pro's satellite tools

The Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus lets you send voice messages, texts, photos, or live location data, all over satellite, at a lower price than the Fenix 8 Pro.

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lundi 1 décembre 2025

Google teases the Future of Android XR, with Gemini giving main character energy

Google is set to unveil the future of Android XR in a livestream event, spotlighting innovations in headsets and smart glasses.

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If I only had $17 on Cyber Monday, I'd buy this Meta Quest 3 controller upgrade

Cyber Monday is full of all sorts of deals, but if you just grabbed a Meta Quest 3 or 3S, this $17 controller upgrade is the deal you should grab next.

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