Google Messages might add a special folder for annoying international texts

Google Messages is brewing up a feature to sort texts by their source.

The first OEM to drop Android 15 updates is one you'd never guess

The Android 15 update is rolling out, but probably not to your phone yet.

Meta's brain-reading EMG band and leaked smartwatch would be a perfect match

Back in 2022, Meta cancelled its smartwatch because the design "caused issues with another feature for translating nerve signals from the wrist into digital commands." Now that Meta has shown off its functional EMG neural interface, we wonder if a smartwatch isn't far behind.

The FTC is finally going after AI scammers

Some reasonable regulations need to be placed on AI companies. Meanwhile, using current laws to go after the bad guys sounds good to me.

No way! The Amazon Fire HD 8 just scored a HUGE 54% discount ahead of the October Prime Day sale

Amazon has launched 54% off the 2022 Fire HD 8 tablet, though it's not clear how long this pre-Prime Day deal will last.

Meta Connect had one big Quest-related no-show, but there's a reason for it

Earlier this spring, Meta announced partnerships with Microsoft, Lenovo, and ASUS ROG to make limited-edition or third-party VR headsets running Quest software. Since then, it's been crickets from all parties. So we asked Meta's VP of MR/VR why.

Google forced to shut down Wear OS 5 update for the Pixel Watch

Google confirmed that it has paused its Wear OS 5 update for past-gen Pixel Watches following user reports.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra hands-on: AI on the big screen

Processor changes aside, we knew Samsung was going to put a massive focus on Galaxy AI with the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and S10 Ultra. What we didn't know, was that there really wouldn't be much else to talk about.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE hands-on: Toeing a fine line

After spending some time with the Galaxy S24 FE, it's obvious this belongs in Samsung's lineup. What's less obvious is whether it's as much of a value proposition as it's being marketed as.

REDMAGIC's Nova gaming tablet races onto the international market for $499

REDMAGIC announced the launch of its Nova Gaming Tablet for the international market, and it looks powerful enough to challenge the Galaxy Tab S10 series.

Galaxy S24 FE joins the flagship trio with a larger display and an upgraded Exynos chip

Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 FE and highlighted several changes that help bridge the gap between the flagship options.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series is here, but one major thing is missing

The Galaxy Tab S10 lineup is barely different from last year, now featuring MediaTek chipsets in both models.

The Google Pixel Watch 2 got a permanent price drop — what does this mean for October Prime Day?

Amazon is selling the Pixel Watch 2 at its new discounted price, but how cheap will it go during Prime Day 2.0?

Xiaomi 14T Pro review: Fabulous design comes at a price

Xiaomi is setting a new standard with the 14T Pro; the phone has a gorgeous new metallic chassis, flagship cameras, and all the extras you need.

October Prime Day Samsung Galaxy deals 2024 — historic smartwatch savings, Z Fold 6 discounts, and more

Amazon has revealed that it will launch another Prime Day event on October 8th. Here's what you need to know about Samsung Galaxy deals during the sale.

How to use the Google Pixel Watch 3 run coaching features

Run coaching requires Fitbit Premium on the Pixel Watch 3, but you can get a lot out of the six-month free trial before you start trying to make your own workouts and following the free Cardio Load guidelines. Here's how to turn AI coaching on and get the most out of it.

Marshall's new Monitor headphones offer better battery life than the previous model

Marshall and Billie Joe Armstrong have come together to announce the new Monitor III headphones.

Nothing Ear (Open): Nothing less than open ear perfection!

Open earbuds suffer from one problem in particular: middling frequency response. Not anymore. Nothing Ear (Open) are a bass lover's dream!

These budget phones' screen protection and water resistance might outdo most flagships

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 14 Pro series is getting a durability upgrade with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and IP69 protection.

How to use Instant Slow-Mo on a Samsung phone

Thanks to the Instant Slow-Mo feature on your Galaxy phone, you can make your videos look even better by making certain moments last a little longer.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is leveling up your Google Meet video calls

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is now the only phone with this exclusive Google Meet feature.

Suunto Race review: Near the finish line

The Suunto Race arguably beats other $450 running watches like the Garmin Forerunner 265 and COROS APEX 2 Pro in key areas. It just needs a few fixes to challenge its running watch rivals for supremacy.

Who needs the Pixel 9? Amazon just returned the Google Pixel 8 to its lowest price EVER ahead of October Prime Day

For a limited time, Amazon has cut the price of the Google Pixel 8 back to its lowest price ever, weeks ahead of the retailer's next Prime Day sales event.

UGREEN's Uno chargers are very cutesy, very powerful, and perfect for your holiday shopping list

The new UGREEN Uno lineup of chargers, cables, and USB-C accessories sports kawaii faces and powerful specs. They're perfect gifts and need to be on your holiday shopping list.

News Weekly: Green bubbles just got better, a Samsung rollable phone, and more

This week's top news included the rollout of RCS with iOS 18, a rollable Samsung phone in the works, the leaked price of the Quest 3s, and more.

Life360 and the new Tile lineup deliver as promised. Should you use them?

These are useful tools for some, but others see them as making it too easy for abusers.

Don't miss out! Amazon knocks 36% OFF the Fire HD 10 tablet, weeks before October Prime Day starts

Amazon is holding another Prime Day sale next month, and it has already launched early tablet deals like $50 off the Fire HD 10 tablet for the event.

The OnePlus 13 could offer something no other flagship phone will

A rumor claimed the OnePlus 13 could offer an additional, higher RAM option this year.

Amazon just accidentally revealed the Meta Quest 3S price and it's shockingly low

We don't expect an official Meta Quest 3s announcement until next week at Meta Connect, but the company is already advertising for it on Peacock.

Sick of T-Mobile? Switch to Visible and only pay $15 per month with this deal

Visible by Verizon is trying to get T-Mobile customers to switch to their plans with a $15/month, five-year locked-in plan—all you have to do is bring your current phone and number.

YouTube now uses your paused videos as a new spot for ads

YouTube delivered a statement regarding the recent string of ads appearing on paused content.

Huawei sets sights squarely on Samsung with Watch GT 5 series

Huawei's latest wearables bring fresh designs and new sensors.

Google beats EU antitrust case, avoids $1.7B fine for ad monopoly

Google scores win as court overturns EU’s $1.7 billion AdSense antitrust ruling in 2019.

The OnePlus Pad 2 is my favorite Android tablet

I used the OnePlus Pad 2 for a month now, and it is my favorite Android tablet.

New Sarah's Scribbles mobile game is an 'infinite' hidden art canvas with no GenAI

I sat down with my favorite webcomic creator, Sarah Andersen, and Emmy-winning creator Bobby Chiu to check out the first "An Infinite Story" experience. It's a hidden art game that uses vector art to let you zoom in on art indefinitely without any pixellation.

Garmin makes satellite messaging more fun (and pricey) with InReach Messenger Plus

The Garmin InReach Messenger is an expensive satellite relay that lets you send texts, photos, or voice messages to family in areas with no cell signal.

Noise Luna Ring review: An affordable smart ring with a few teething issues

Noise made its smart ring debut with the Luna Ring. It costs a lot less than other smart rings in this category, but you don't get a product that's as good.

Google Pixel 9 vs. Motorola Edge 2024: An unusual battle

The Motorola Edge 2024 offers superb features for the price, but so does the Pixel 9. The question is, should you pay that premium for the Pixel, and is it worth it?

RayNeo Air 2S XR smart glasses review: Leveling up

RayNeo's Air 2S combines a brilliant Micro-OLED panel with loud sound, delivering one of the best XR use cases in this category.

How long is the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold battery life?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has excellent features and battery life. But how long does the battery last? Get the info you need here.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs. OPPO Find N3 Flip

If you're a fan of OPPO, the triple-camera-touting Find N3 Flip might seem tempting. However, Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a lot to offer, as well.

I finally tried Auracast, and it feels like what Bluetooth was always meant to be

After going through a demo of Auracast at IFA 2024, I'm convinced this is the perfect use case for Bluetooth.

Fitness watches should stop treating hydration and sweat loss as an afterthought

The incident last week where a seemingly healthy person got heat exhaustion and passed away from a California half marathon is a stark reminder that smartwatches have a key health area that they could be focusing more on: sweat loss.

The people complaining about the iPhone 16 were never going to buy one

Any time we see a high-profile tech product launch, we get to hear about why it's so bad from the internet. I just ignore it.

News Weekly: Galaxy S25 renders break cover, the world's first tri-fold phone, and more

In this week's news, we get what could be the first renders of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Huawei's Mate XT is the world's first tri-fold phone, Gemini Live is free for all Android users, OpenAI makes its AI "think," and sideloading is getting harder to do on Android.

Your old Fitbit and Pixel Watches are picking up a free Fitbit Premium health feature

Level up your fitness routine with the free Daily Readiness Score on your older Fitbit or Pixel Watch.

EarFun Air Pro 4 review: The ultimate budget earbuds now come with LDAC and Auracast

Stop your search for the perfect wireless earbuds on a budget. The EarFun Air Pro 4 are all you need and you don't even have to compromise!

Google Chrome's latest update aims to make organizing tabs easier

Google Chrome's latest features provide convenience for users who utilize multiple tabs.

Google is making it harder to sideload apps on Android

Android apps can now demand downloads through Google Play, putting the brakes on sideloading.

Google will soon let users create a digital ID in Wallet from their passport

Only a handful of states support digital IDs in Google Wallet, with more on the way. But the company's new idea of supporting national passports could be a better solution.

Google Chrome's Safety Check update boosts your online defenses on Android

Google detailed a handful of Chrome updates on Android for user security.

'Audio Overviews' for NotebookLM is like a radio talk show with AI hosts

Google detailed its new "Audio Overviews" for NotebookLM, giving users an auditory avenue to learning.

The Galaxy S24 FE could see a price bump that no one’s asking for

Bad news for budget-friendly Galaxy fans: The S24 FE might be getting pricier.

Galaxy Tab S10 leak might've exposed everything about it and its AI

A massive leak seemingly spoiled everything the Galaxy Tab S10 could bring to the table.

Google loses major appeal in EU, solidifying its $2.8 billion antitrust fine

Google lost its appeal in the EU for an antitrust case regarding its shopping services.

Upcoming Meta Quest games releasing in September 2024 and beyond

The world of virtual reality games is always expanding, with new games released for your favorite devices every month. So we've put together a list of everything releasing this month for the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3.

Here's how thin Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra could turn out to be

A leak detailed the potential dimensions for Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Honor teases its next flagship phone, and it’s packing a fresh on-device AI

During IFA 2024, Honor teased its next flagship phone and the AI features consumers can expect.

Everything the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 stole from Android

Are the lines between the iPhone and Android phones getting more and more blurred? It sure feels that way, especially with Apple's announcement of the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10.

TCL's NXTPAPER phones just got a refresh, and they're killing it this time

TCL's 50 NXTPAPER phones have a quick-access button for an easy switch to E-Ink mode.

Samsung wants you to move to Google Messages, and it's for the best

Samsung is finally doing away with Samsung Messages in a meaningful way, and I hope it’s a sign of what’s to come for the duplicate apps in One UI.

Ask Jerry: Can I do that on a Chromebook?

Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!

Stuffcool Major Ultra review: The best 20,000mAh power bank for Samsung phones in India

Stuffcool's Major Ultra is a 20000mAh power bank that goes up to 65W over the USB PD standard. It also has PPS charging, and that makes it a fabulous choice if you have a Samsung phone.

I depend on this Garmin training tool to improve, but it needs one obvious fix

Garmin, Coros, Apple, and Fitbit/Google all show your training load, and each does one thing better than the rest. While Garmin arguably has the best training load guidance, it could learn something from its rivals.

These back-to-school SSD deals are still available — act now

Heading back to college and need to store plenty of data? These SSDs are terrific, and they're on sale.

News Weekly: Android 15 is coming, new Android features drop, and Honor's very thin foldable

The big news this week was all about Android 15 and new features arriving with the September feature drop. Honor also unveiled the Magic V3, Samsung is rolling out a new update, and Govee has some cool AI-powered lights to help you put on a show.

Nubia’s new gaming tablet crushes the competition with a premium chipset and built-in fan

The RedMagic Nova gaming tablet packs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 144Hz display, 10,000mAh battery, and a cooling system.

XGIMI’s new home projectors come with Google TV and Netflix built right in

XGIMI new home projectors are brighter and won't break the bank.

XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro review: Raising the bar for portable projectors

The MoGo 3 Pro is here, and it may just be the best portable projector available today.

Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 is finally here for these Galaxy phones

One UI 6.1.1 is rolling out to more Galaxy devices—check your phone for the update.

Samsung's new Galaxy Book 5 Pro brings together AI smarts and premium hardware

Samsung's Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 is a beast with an Intel Core Ultra processor and 47 TOPS of NPU power.

Exclusive: Honor is using AI to try to reverse your nearsightedness

Myopia is a huge problem and only getting worse. Honor's AI defocus tech aims to fix the problem by starting at the root of the problem: our eyes.

The Honor Magic V3 is trying to redefine what a foldable can be

The slim foldable craze is heating up, and Honor's Magic V3 just jumped on the bandwagon.

Honor Magic V3 hands-on: Effortlessly upstaging the Galaxy Z Fold 6

The Magic V3 just made its global debut, and it may just be one of the best foldables of 2024.

How to scan for unknown trackers that might be following you

The latest Android devices have a handy feature that allows you to scan for unknown trackers that might be following you, and even help you find them.

Mobvoi is late again as Wear OS 4 hits the TicWatch Pro 5 series amid Wear OS 5 hype

Mobvoi detailed its late Wear OS 4 update for the TicWatch Pro 5 series.

The rumored Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 'Special Edition' might not be all that special

Samsung's best is still behind the curve, and that's why the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition might not be the hit the company hopes for.

First 13 things to do with the Samsung Galaxy Ring

Every smart device is packed with features, which is why our Galaxy Ring tips and tricks guide will help you get the best out of your new smart ring.

The Pixel Watch 3's UWB chip reportedly takes a back seat in airplane mode

A dive into the Google Play Services beta showed that the company plans to cut the Pixel Watch 3's UWB features when a safety feature is active.

Gemini is hitching a ride on Android Auto to your car

Gemini Live could soon land on Android Auto, with clues popping up in the latest APK version.

Vivo V40 Pro review: In a league of its own

Vivo rolled out considerable upgrades to the V40 Pro, and the phone has the best camera package in the mid-range segment — and one of the best

The Pixel Watch 3's Nest Cam streaming is coming to more Wear OS watches

The Nest Cam live streaming feature isn't just for the Pixel Watch 3 anymore.

Google's Circle to Search is now your barcode and QR code scanner

Google's Circle to Search is leveling up with built-in barcode and QR code scanning.

The Honor Magic V3 packs a tiny message roasting Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold

Honor playfully trolls Samsung with the 'world’s smallest apology' micro-engraved on its latest foldable.

First 11 things to do with your Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra

Make sure you get the most out of your Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra by diving straight into the settings and activating little-known or hidden features.

Our favorite earbuds just got their first real discount during Best Buy's Labor Day sale — and it's a biggie

Best Buy's Labor Day sale is carving a straight $50 off the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 earbuds, our favorite buds on the market.