MVNO deals are hardly uncommon, but using one of these prepaid wireless carriers generally means you're stuck with a single Big Three network. At RedPocket Mobile, however, you get to choose between Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile, ensuring you receive the best possible wireless coverage in your area.
For a limited time, the MVNO is running some deals that make their cheap wireless plans even cheaper. Pay monthly and you can get your first month of the popular Plus plan for only $10. If you'd rather pay a bit more for annual coverage, it's also worth mentioning that you can get a full year of the Essentials plan for as little as $80. That shakes out to just over $6 per month!
These are instant discounts at checkout, not rebates, and RedPocket Mobile lets you keep your existing phone number and device with zero hassle. Most folks use MVNO carriers to keep things simple, and no company is simpler than RedPocket.
Need a new phone plan? Switch to RedPocket Mobile and you'll score 50% off your first month of the Plus or Premium plan (now $10 and $15, respectively). Alternatively, pay for a full year of service up front and you'll get up to four months free depending on the plan you choose. That's $40 off Essentials and $60 off the Plus and Premium annual plans!
RedPocket Mobile offers three phone plans — Essentials, Plus, and Premium. All three give you unlimited talk and text in addition to some impressive international benefits that include unlimited calling to over 20 countries and roaming in over 60 countries around the globe.
The Essentials and Plus plans also come with 3GB and 20GB of 5G data, respectively, while the comprehensive Premium plan gives you 50GB of data and 10GB of mobile hotspot data every month.
All of RedPocket Mobile's current deals are pretty impressive for users on a budget, but I'd argue that the Plus annual plan offers the best value here. For a single payment of 180 bucks, you're getting a full 12 months of coverage on the Big Three network of your choosing. That's like getting three free months of wireless instantly at checkout, and you're able to bring your own device and activate within minutes.
Sure, you miss out on some of the premium perks offered by more expensive unlimited plans, but if you just want a wireless provider that's simple, affordable, and gimmick-free, consider giving RedPocket Mobile a shot.
Tecno has revealed a new concept phone with a next-generation, truly bezel-less display ahead of its debut at IFA 2026.
The concept features a 0mm display border, which fully removes the physical black edge around the smartphone's screen.
Tecno says achieving this required advanced internal stacking, structural re-engineering, and new screen-packing techniques.
We've all been dreaming about a bezel-less smartphone, and thanks to Tecno's new concept, we may be closer to that dream more than ever.
While brands like OPPO, Xiaomi, and Vivo usually grab the headlines, Tecno has quietly been innovating behind the scenes. Last year at IFA, the company showcased its ultra-slim Spark concept, which eventually launched earlier this year as an iPhone Air competitor.
Now, ahead of IFA 2026, Tecno is back with another concept, this time focusing on a next-generation bezel-less display.
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For those unfamiliar with the term, the bezel is the black border that surrounds your smartphone's display. Smartphone makers have spent years trying to shrink it as much as possible, but even today, devices like Google's Pixel A-series phones and several mid-range Samsung smartphones still have fairly noticeable bezels.
Tecno is now claiming to have eliminated them entirely. Ahead of its IFA 2026 ShowStoppers debut in September, the company has unveiled a concept phone with what it calls a true 0mm display border, essentially removing the visible black frame around the screen.
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According to Tecno, "eliminating the bezel required rethinking the smartphone from the inside out." The company says it achieved this through advanced internal stacking, structural re-engineering, and new screen packing techniques.
Tecno says this will allow for a genuinely unique experience, since content like videos will now fill the entire screen. And for gamers, it should provide an even more expansive view during gameplay.
Based on the concept renders the company has shared with the media, it's still pretty hard to picture exactly how the device might look in real life and in the hand. That said, we'll be going hands-on with Tecno's concept smartphone once it's showcased at IFA 2026.
TL;DR: Less than two weeks before the Pixel 11 series launch, Amazon is slashing up to $250 off the unlocked Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro.
It's official: Google will be unveiling the Pixel 11 series on August 12th, but if you don't wait to wait, there are plenty of Google Pixel 10 deals worth checking out today. In fact, since so many retailers are trying to clear stock ahead of the 2026 phones' launch, some of the deals on display meet or exceed the offers we saw during the holiday season last year.
Most of the best offers are coming from wireless carriers, but if you prefer the simplicity of unlocked phones, you're in luck: Amazon is slashing $200 off the Google Pixel 10 and $250 off the Google Pixel 10 Pro, representing the best discounts I've seen since Prime Day in June. Stock appears to be low — the Pixel 10 Pro XL is completely sold out, in fact — so don't wait too long if you're interested: these are likely among the final discounts we'll see for the unlocked devices.
Last chance! Score up to $250 off the Pixel 10 series
Days before the big Pixel 11 launch on August 12th, Amazon is attempting to clear its remaining Google Pixel 10 stock by slashing a straight $200 off the price of the flagship phone.
Although it's about to reach last-gen status, the Google Pixel 10 remains an excellent device in 2026, with a powerful Tensor processor, long-lasting battery, and a suite of exclusive AI-boosted camera features. It's also the first Google phone to receive full Qi2 magnetic charging support. View Deal
If you need a bit more power, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is the answer. Currently $250 off at Amazon, this feature-packed flagship takes the foundation of the base model Pixel 10 and adds a better display, more RAM, and an upgraded camera system.
As of writing, only the Jade color variant is receiving the $250 discount, so be sure to hop on this deal before it sells out. View Deal
The big question now is whether you should buy the Pixel 10 or wait for the Google Pixel 11 to go on sale on August 12th. While we don't have any official spec sheets just yet, we've seen so many leaks come down the pipeline that we have a pretty good idea of what to expect when the phones get unveiled next month.
For starters, it's almost certain that the Pixel 11 lineup will receive a price increase this year, with most reports suggesting a $100 hike for the Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. The phones will also come with the new Tensor G6 processor, and the design has been updated with a new LED light array surrounding the camera bar. Other rumors suggest an upgraded battery and camera system, in addition to all of the latest AI features we've come to expect from the brand.
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Are these upgrades enough to justify the increased price? It's hard to say. If you don't mind buying a phone through your wireless carrier, I expect there to be plenty of great Google Pixel 11 preorder deals starting August 12th, so it might be worth waiting.
If, however, you prefer to buy phones unlocked, the Google Pixel 10 discounts above deserve some serious consideration. After all, it's unlikely that the Google Pixel 11 lineup will receive any no-strings discounts until the Fall sales start kicking off in October, so if you need a new phone today, why wait?
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook was a pleasant surprise for us upon its release, especially because it boasts better-than-expected performance speeds and a nice 1080p touchscreen display. It also sports a slim and lightweight design that users like, and it regularly gets discounts like these. This particular deal is for the blue version of the device, and it also marks the laptop's lowest price ever seen at Amazon to date.
All that to say, those who are looking for a performant and affordable Chromebook for school, work, and overall transportability will be hard-pressed to find better options at this price, while battery life feels a lot like the icing on the cake here.
As the school year approaches, Amazon is offering a wide range of deals, such as this 17% discount on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook, dropping the price to its lowest point ever at just under $300. The IdeaPad Slim 3 is a surprisingly impressive Chromebook, boasting better-than-expected performance, a responsive, 14-inch touch display, and the easy-to-use Chrome OS.View Deal
✅Recommended if: you want a lightweight, netbook-style touchscreen laptop that's thin and easy to transport and has a user-friendly operating system; you're working with a budget of around $300, but you don't want to compromise on overall performance; you want something with a screen of around 14 inches that offers 1080p picture quality.
❌Skip this deal if: you need a laptop with a higher-quality front-facing camera than 720p, or with more storage than 64GB; you're looking for a device with a fingerprint reader built in; you're in the market for one of the best Chromebooks available and you have the budget to upgrade.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook is a basic net-book that's perfect for web browsing, video streaming, and basic work and school tasks. Plus, it comes with a 1080p touchscreen that measures 14 inches, up to 13.5 hours of battery life, and connectivity including a USB-C port, a USB-A port, a microSD slot, and a 3.5mm microphone and headphone jack.
To be sure, it isn't a perfect laptop, but it'll definitely get the job done for most casual users performing basic, browser-based tasks, especially when you're heading back to class.
My main phone is the Find X9 Ultra, and my wife is using the Vivo X300 Ultra, so when we go on vacation, we just use our phones to take photos and videos. It's just convenient, and this year's flagships do a magnificent job in this regard.
But I generally prefer using a dedicated device to take photos. In the past, that used to be Sony's RX100 cameras, but I wanted something even smaller, and one that took better videos. That's where the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P comes into the picture; I have several friends in the industry who swear by their Osmo Pocket, and I wanted to see how good it is for myself.
So ahead of its global launch, I got the Osmo Pocket 4P along with a whole lot of accessories, and I used it extensively while attending a destination wedding in Bali, Indonesia. It didn't take long to understand the usefulness of the Pocket 4P; the gimbal system makes shooting videos significantly easier, and there's an immediate difference in stabilization versus what you'd get while shooting handheld with your phone.
The Osmo Pocket 4P has an added advantage: a secondary camera with 3x zoom. The dual-lens pocket gimbal camera has a new f/2.0 1-inch 20mm CMOS main sensor with LOFIC — similar to the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — and 17 stops of dynamic range, alongside an f/1.8 60mm lens with 3x optical zoom. The secondary lens gives the Pocket 4P much greater versatility, and it is a decent enough differentiator even against the standard Pocket 4.
There are three features that stood out the most in my month of testing the Osmo Pocket 4P: image and video quality, how stable it is in challenging situations (like walking around on a beach while shooting video), and just how easy it is to use. You don't need to wade through a dozen settings to get started: just hit the power button, choose the orientation, and shoot.
Video is obviously the main focus, and the Osmo Pocket 4P takes stunning 4K content, going up to 4K240. It shoots 10-bit D-Log 2 color profile, and the quality of the HDR footage in general is much better than I imagined. It did pretty well in low-light situations as well, but the thing that stood out the most is the 3-aixs stabilization — there's no hint that you're using a handheld shooter in the resultant videos. More than anything else, this is where the Osmo Pocket 4P has a clear advantage over phones, and it's no wonder that both OPPO and Vivo are set to be making products to rival DJI.
It does a decent job taking photos as well, with the 37MP images coming out with plenty of detail and accurate color rendition. Another thing I like is the tracking mode; this makes it easy to shoot moving subjects. There's a dedicated low-light shooting mode as well, and with 103GB of built-in storage, you can easily record a few hours of footage without any accessories. There's a MicroSD slot as well (thankfully), and I used Lexar's excellent 2TB MicroSD card with the Pocket 4P.
The 5D joystick makes it effortless to pan around while shooting videos, and there's a dedicated button to switch between the 1x and 3x lenses. The 2-inch OLED panel does a great job as a viewfinder, and the Pocket 4P is astonishingly light considering what it has to offer. It's just 230g, and the small size means you can use it just about anywhere.
Battery life is decent enough, and a 20-minute charge gives you three hours of runtime. Oh, and a new update adds automatic footage transfer to your iPhone, provided you're using the iPhone 16 and above. I would've liked a similar feature with Android devices as well, but that isn't available just yet.
The standard edition of the Pocket 4P costs £529/€599, and then there's a vlog combo that retails at £605/€689. There's no U.S. pricing, because this device isn't available in the region.
The vlog combo is the one I'm using, and if you're eyeing this camera, it is the bundle I'd suggest buying. It comes with the Pocket 4P, a mini tripod, fill light, DJI Mic Mini 2 transmitter and windscreens, a remote viewfinder and shutter button, two carrying bags, and all the associated charging cables. Honestly, it's a lot of stuff, and even after a month, I didn't use all the accessories yet.
Overall, I liked the Osmo Pocket 4P a lot more than I imagined. It's easy to take anywhere, takes great photos and videos, and has a ton of extensibility. If you need a portable camera with a built-in gimbal to use outdoors and the versatility of a 3x lens, the Osmo Pocket 4P gets my recommendation.
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Osmo Pocket 4P
Thanks to a new 3x tele lens, the Osmo Pocket 4P has much better versatility than its predecessors, and it is the portable gimbal camera to beat in 2026.
Galaxy S25 Ultra users on Samsung's Community forums report severe battery drain problems after downloading the July patch under normal use.
Other S25 Ultra users say their phone is now overheating, alongside this battery drain issue (S24 Ultra users are struggling, too).
The Galaxy S25 Plus and Ultra experienced a charging issue last February, which Samsung said it could fix with a software patch.
Users aren't having the best time with two of Samsung's past-gen Ultra phones after downloading its current July security update.
Galaxy S24 and S25 Ultra users have created threads on Samsung's Community forum about issues they've experienced following the July update (via NotebookCheck). Users with an S25 Ultra have been hit with a double-whammy, as one report states their device's battery is draining severely while idle. The user says, "I am experiencing a critical and sudden battery drain issue on my Galaxy S25 Ultra that began immediately after installing the July Security Patch update."
The user's screenshot shows their S25 Ultra's battery plummeting from 85% (while asleep) to 5% by midday. To make matters worse, the user states their analytics show their phone is losing roughly 5% to 7% battery per hour without proper use. Curiously, this user didn't mention an overheating issue, something another report did. In conjunction with a severe battery drain, one user says their phone "becomes very hot." Other users have reported similarities with their S25 Ultra; however, the S24 Ultra and the S24 Plus were mentioned.
The publication spotted a Galaxy S24 Ultra thread, highlighting similar battery drain issues S25 Ultra users are experiencing. This report states that they're unable to make it a day with "similar usage." Users have tried to help each other, offering your standard flavor of troubleshooting/at-home fixes. Nothing's worked thus far. Users have reported the required logs and other details to Samsung.
There were charging issues before...
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Android Central's Take
These issues suck; plain and simple. I've also not experienced these issues on my Galaxy S25 Ultra, though. I downloaded the July patch a week or so ago, and nothing drastic has changed. Battery life has remained consistent. The phone gets hot when playing games, but that's normal. I hope Samsung can get this fixed for users who are experiencing these issues. No one wants to be glued to their charger or feel like they can't use their phone.
Regarding its battery, the Galaxy S25 series had its issues. The Galaxy S25 Plus and Ultra gave users quite a headache with charging issues. These problems were reportedly encountered with Samsung's cable and adapter. Users on social media said the 45W adapter and 5A cable would either force their device to charge slowly or not charge at all. What's more, these phones would display their charging status even when the cable wasn't plugged in.
Samsung responded to these issues relatively quickly last year. It confirmed that a software patch would fix the issue to the relief of many. Hopefully we're looking at a similar occurrence for users experiencing problems today.
The Pixel 11 is expected to take AI to another level, thanks to a new chip and potentially a mysterious new Pixel Glow. However, it could come at a cost, as it's expected to be priced higher than its predecessor.
Pros
Same iconic design
Nice new colors
Qi2 wireless charging
2nm Tensor G6
256GB as base storage
Gemini Intelligence
Cons
No more Indigo
No major battery changes
Outdated GPU
May miss out on Pixel Glow
Samsung
Galaxy S26
Some old, some new
The Galaxy S26 is Samsung's latest "small" flagship, stuffing a ton of performance and AI into a relatively pocketable phone. However, even with an exciting new chip, other important specs remain sadly unchanged.
Pros
Great performance
All-day battery
Good mix of Samsung and Google AI
Fantastic software
Cons
No built-in Qi2 magnets
No major camera upgrades
Relatively slow charging
Missing some useful specs
Samsung's Galaxy S26 has been out for some time now, but it's about to get some fierce competition from Google with the upcoming Pixel 11 series. With newer chips and more capable AI, the battle between these two phones (and the companies making them) is surely going to be pretty interesting.
That said, we don't know all there is to know about the Pixel 11. Google has released small teasers, but most details are left up to leaks and rumors. Still, there's enough speculation to paint a pretty good picture of what we can expect from the Pixel 11 and how it will stack up to the Galaxy S26.
One has the more effective design
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Like the Galaxy S26 and its predecessor, the Pixel 11 is expected to look just like the Pixel 10. The leaked renders show a device that, if you didn't know any better, could easily pass for the Pixel 10, save for some small details. For example, the camera housing on the back will reportedly be fully glass this time.
There are also rumors of new colors, which may include Midnight Haze (black), Light Sterling (gray), Moss (green), and Fuchsia (pink), although the color names may not be final. I am a bit sad that Indigo likely won't be back this time around, but the pink color looks quite good.
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One benefit the Pixel 11 should have over the Galaxy S26 is built-in magnets for Qi2 charging. It helps that the Pixel camera bar sits higher and horizontally, allowing for more space. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 camera bar sits vertically to one side, which limits internal space and is likely why Samsung has yet to fully adopt Qi2.
Furthermore, the Galaxy S26 tends to wobble when you put it face up on a flat surface, something you likely won't get with the Pixel 11.
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We've also heard rumors of a mysterious Pixel Glow, which appears to be part of the LED camera flash. It will likely be a notification light of sorts and have something to do with Gemini. That said, it's unclear if it will be limited to the Pro models or if the base Pixel 11 will get it, too.
But the hardware favors another
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The Pixel 11 is expected to be powered by the Tensor G6, which should be the first chip to use TSMC's 2nm process. That means the phone should be more powerful and much more efficient, although we'll have to wait until we test it to see how much of an improvement it is.
The phone will likely be paired with 12GB of RAM and, for the first time, 256GB of base storage. That all sounds great, especially since you're getting double the storage of the Pixel 10, although for a higher price.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, perhaps the most powerful smartphone chip on the market right now. It, too, has 12GB of RAM, so it's pretty speedy and likely may have the upper hand in performance over Google's Tensor G6.
The Galaxy S26 has a smaller battery but can still last all day. The downside is that it has relatively slow 25W charging, and the Pixel 11 is expected to retain 30W charging. The upside is that the Pixel should still have Qi2 magnetic charging, while the Galaxy S26 needs a case.
Who has the better camera?
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The Galaxy S26 has a triple camera setup, and the Pixel 11 is expected to also have three cameras, although the details of these sensors are expected to be quite different.
It's been rumored that Google could bump the main sensor to 50MP. That would bring it in line with the Galaxy S26, although with the added benefit of a 5x telephoto camera, whereas the S26 only has a 3x optical camera.
Google also tends to do better with camera processing, although the Galaxy S26 can hold its own.
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The Pixel 11 is likely to introduce more camera and image editing features. It's unclear what they will be, but they could bring more social features
One gets the best of both worlds
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The software experience is very different on Samsung and Pixel phones. While Android 17 is rolling out to Pixel phones, many features expected to arrive with the Pixel 11 are still pending, along with any unannounced additions.
Google has a nice suite of AI capabilities, and Android 17 is slowly making Pixel phones more creator-focused with features like Camera Coach, Screen Reactions, and more.
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The Galaxy S26 doesn't have any of these features, but it still gets some of Google's latest, such as Gemini Screen Automation. Samsung also has its own suite of Galaxy AI features, many of which are baked into the Gallery app for easy access to powerful editing tools.
Furthermore, both phones are expected to receive Gemini Intelligence features, which will provide even more advanced AI features.
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Aside from the AI, the Pixel 11 will likely receive seven years of software updates. The Galaxy S26 should receive Android 17 any day now, and both phones will likely receive software support until 2033.
Google Pixel 11 vs. Samsung Galaxy S26: Which should you buy?
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Overall, choosing between the Pixel 11 and Galaxy S26 comes down to your priorities. It sounds like the Pixel 11 Tensor G6 will be a nice step up, although if you're looking for raw power and not just AI prowess, the Galaxy S26 might be the phone for you.
The Galaxy S26 also has the upper hand in software, taking advantage of solutions from both Google and Samsung, although the Pixel 11 should have an impressive suite of features. Additionally, the Pixel is expected to have the better camera and magnetic charging, but the Galaxy S26 is no slouch.
