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Person wearing the Google Android XR Glasses.
After Trying Google's Android XR Glasses, I’m Ready to Ditch My Meta Ray-Bans

I’m ready to buy a pair after a five-minute demo.

A closeup of the XREAL Project Aura Android XR glasses.
XREAL's Android XR Glasses Are a Lightweight Alternative to Apple Vision Pro

Mixed reality without a bulky headset.

Black Mirror logo on a cracked screen with the number 7 beside it.
Want to Play Thronglets From Black Mirror’s “Plaything?” Here Are 6 Games to Try

Rule, reshape, and ruin entire civilizations.

Android popup saying 'Can't complete action during call. This setting is blocked to protect your device and data.'
Android Phones Will Block Some Settings While on Calls

A clever fix for on-call scams.

Home screen of the Google Pixel 9 Pro.
Google Is Making Your Android Phone Harder to Steal

More theft protection updates are coming to Android phones and tablets.

Scam detected in Google Messages.
Google Messages Now Has Better Scam Text Detection

The default texting app on Android is getting more safety improvements.

Three Galaxy Z Flip phones on a surface with the text 'Galaxy Z Flip7 FE' beside them and a blurred lake in the background.
5 Reasons Why I'm Excited About The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: Samsung's Affordable Foldable

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will help make foldables mainstream.

Silhouette of a person stargazing using a telescope.
The 8 Best Stargazing Apps

From beginner-friendly sky maps to pro-level planning tools, these stargazing apps help you explore the night sky with accuracy, ease, and flair.

Group of people hiking in the summer.
These Are My 8 Essential Apps for Summer

Beat the heat with these summer-friendly apps.

Android mascot emerging from the open-source icon, with various app logos around it
9 More Open-Source Android Apps You Should Be Using

Take control of your data and privacy.

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A hand holding the LG G5 phone.
It's Finally Time to Replace Your LG Phone

This applies to all LG phone models.

a person playing the Razer Kishi Ultra Gaming Controller
Razer's Android Kishi Ultra Gaming Controller Is Under $100

A great controller for a great price.

Game Mode in Vampire Survivors on an iPhone 13 Pro.
Ignore the Haters, Mobile Games Are "Real" Games

Don't let other people impact your enjoyment.

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The Fire TV loading screen on a TV using an Amazon Fire Stick.
Amazon Fire TV Has a Command Line, Here's How to Access It

Who knew Alexa had a shell?

A phone screen showing a battery at 100% health.
How to Maximize Your Phone's Battery Health

Slow down your battery decay.

The BOOX Go 7 and Go Color 7 against a blue sky.
BOOX Introduces a Pair of Affordable 7-inch eReaders

With prices starting at $250, these are two of the most capable seven-inch eReaders available today.

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A Chinese road sign with the English translation, a Pixel 9 next to it, and some translation icons around.
6 Translation Features to Use on Your Google Pixel 9

Understand all the languages.

A woman using her phone, an app interface beside her with a recycling icon, and various app logos in the background.
Using These 8 Apps Has Reduced My Waste and Now I Can't Live Without Them

My lifestyle has changed after using these.

Google Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL standing on a shelf
Don’t Buy an Android Phone Expecting It to Last 7 Years

And spending more on a flagship phone isn't the answer.

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Back of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
The Best Android Tablets of 2025

Android tablets are better than ever, so why not catch up with the best that Android has to offer?

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