The future of Samsung's Galaxy Books might look more like Android
Android expands Samsung was reported to chase a new Galaxy Book venture, which would see future laptops based on Android, not ChromeOS.
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Phones
The best Android phones with a headphone jack 2026
Wired audio FTW The 3.5mm wired audio port is a rare sight on modern-day smartphones, but there are still a bunch of great options out there for fans of wired audio.
A new Verizon deal apparently just gives you $100 to try the Samsung Galaxy S26 — here's how it works
Free gift card alert Just in time for Mother's Day, Verizon wants to give you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 and a $100 gift card, just for kicks.
The Galaxy A37 is Samsung's latest midrange masterpiece — and it's already FREE with new T-Mobile deal
Easy savings Need a budget phone with flagship-level specs? T-Mobile will give you the Galaxy A37 for FREE when you add a line.
You don't have to worry about which Motorola Razr Plus 2026 color to buy, because there's only the one option
The plus model The Motorola Razr Plus 2026 is the mid-range flagship of the Razr 2026 foldable lineup. You won't believe how many colors it comes in…
Android 16
The latest Pixel update tackles Android 16's early stability woes
stability fixes Google’s April Pixel update fixes app crashes, missing features, and gaming issues, making Android 16 more stable.
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Deals
A new Verizon deal apparently just gives you $100 to try the Samsung Galaxy S26 — here's how it works
Free gift card alert Just in time for Mother's Day, Verizon wants to give you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 and a $100 gift card, just for kicks.
The Galaxy A37 is Samsung's latest midrange masterpiece — and it's already FREE with new T-Mobile deal
Easy savings Need a budget phone with flagship-level specs? T-Mobile will give you the Galaxy A37 for FREE when you add a line.
The Motorola Razr 2026 series is coming — preorder guide, FAQ, and everything you need to know before the deals go live
Razr time Motorola has revealed its 2026 Razr lineup, but you'll have to wait a bit longer to get your hands on the phones.
Stop the presses — the best entry-level LG OLED TV has dropped to only $599 at Best Buy
Time to switch The LG OLED B5 Series has crashed to just $599 during Best Buy's current sale, but how long will it last?
Apps & Software
Meta's Q1 2026 earnings are in, and it looks like Zuckerberg's blank check for AI spending is raising some eyebrows
AI AI AI AI AI AI AI Meta is all about AI these days, and the company's Q1 2026 earnings call showed that this is costing a lot of money.
Gemini can now generate PDFs, Word, and Excel files so you don't have to
No copy-paste needed The update lets users create documents without leaving the Gemini.
Motorola Moto AI: Features, availability, settings, and more
Moto AI Moto AI is here, and Motorola wants you to have your choice of AI models.
The app Splitwise is the best hack to split group trip expenses in 2026
Split easy Going on a group vacation or planning something with several individuals sharing the costs? Splitwise is an easy way to track and split those expenses.
Wearables
Best smartwatches that can measure blood oxygen saturation levels 2026
SpO2 monitor If you want a watch that measures your blood oxygen saturation levels with plenty of other great perks, these are the best ones you can buy right now.
The #1 'best cheap Garmin watch' just got even cheaper with a 20% discount at Amazon
Garmin savings The Garmin Forerunner 165, our favorite cheap Garmin watch, just scored a 20% discount for a limited time.
Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak is a direct shot at Meta Ray-Ban's crown
Galaxy glasses Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak reveals two models, giving users choice, but it also feels like Samsung is cautiously testing what actually sticks.
The best smartwatches for battery life
Leading the charge With some smartwatches, you need to recharge every day or two. But these smartwatches last for a week, sometimes several weeks (or more!) per charge.
Accessories
Best portable high-capacity power banks, including 50,000mAh+ chargers
More power to you High-capacity power banks can be lifesavers, allowing you to charge multiple devices at the same time. These are the best ones to get.
The Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose audio and AI smarts into a $150 package
Bose-tuned hardware Motorola’s $150 Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose-tuned sound, dual drivers, ANC, and AI features.
Google warns phone actions are getting cut from its smart home automations very soon
Waving goodbye Nest users will wave goodbye to phone actions in Google's smart home automations, as a representative confirmed as much online.
Tablets
This pocket-friendly e-reader has transformed how I read books
Read everywhere DuRoBo Krono looks like a phone, but this device comes with an E Ink panel instead, making it a portable e-reader like no other.
I've tested many of the world's best e-readers — and a few of them are heavily discounted at Amazon right now
Read on! Whether you're shopping for Mother's Day gift or simply tackling those 2026 reading goals, these e-reader deals deserve your attention.
Best tablet for students 2026
Education tools Getting the school year started can be a little intimidating, but the best tablets for students can help ease this process more successfully.
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Stop the presses — the best entry-level LG OLED TV has dropped to only $599 at Best Buy
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Samsung's XR glasses snuck into One UI 9, putting launch back on the menu
Could it be real this time? Samsung's XR glasses to compete against Meta reportedly surfaced in an early One UI 9 build, and a launch is back on our minds.
