One unanticipated consequence of working as a tech reviewer is the unending proliferation of chargers and cables around my home. That’s part of why I was keen to test Anker’s new Prime desktop charger, with its promise of clearing clutter — offering a single, reliable spot to charge my, well, everything. It’s achieved at least…
Key Takeaways Google TV is testing a new ad format that places QR codes next to ads in the ‘For You’ tab. This follows a series of controversial advertising-related changes made to the Google TV platform in the recent past. It looks like ads featuring QR codes are limited to the US for now, though…
Asus ROG Ally $500 $650 Save $150 The Asus ROG Ally is a powerhouse handheld gaming PC, sporting a 1080p 120Hz display. Powered by the Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, this model packs way more punch than the entry-level version. It easily handles the latest, most demanding games, delivering crisp visuals and smooth frame rates on…
Fitness trackers allow you to monitor your health, exercise regimen, how well you sleep, overall step count, and so much more. These are no longer basic step counters, especially now that most of the best fitness trackers come with powerful heart rate monitors and other health-tracking tech that will ensure you’re at peak physical fitness….
Like many families during American Thanksgiving, we’ve made too much Android Police podcast this week. The drumbeat towards Android 16 officially began with a thump, so why not talk about what’s going on inside of it? The AI people are boasting about how they’ll be going “agentic” in 2025, so why not catch that trend…
It’s been a big week for Google, for good and bad reasons. The company’s outright confirmed that Android 16 will roll out in the second quarter of 2025, potentially setting a precedent that could help Google gain an edge in phone sales over Apple. A developer preview for Android 16 is available right now, too….
Did you remove Samsung Internet as your default browser after booting up your new Galaxy phone? I did the same thing for years, opting instead for Google Chrome. There was a time when Google Chrome performed better than Samsung Internet, but things have changed. If you haven’t used Samsung Internet since 2017, give it another…
While the best Android tablets cost well above $800, you can find a lot of great value devices below $500 and at an even lower $300 mark. These devices are capable of running all the best, most optimized tablet apps, including the likes of YouTube, Kindle, social media apps, and even games. Of course, if…
Between 2015 and 2020, smartphone camera hardware was constantly improving and companies were finding ways to innovate in every way. These days, we haven’t seen such major progress in the West. However, there is something interesting that our favorite manufacturers aren’t doing. Let’s talk about that.
As advanced as modern electronic gadgets and appliances are, they still depend on a reliable supply of power to work. So, while one of our best power bank recommendations can help during a pinch for a phone or two, it won’t be very useful for extended power outages, off-the-grid vacations, or running AC-powered household appliances….