Oh no, not again: it looks like Samsung delayed its One UI 9 global release
Oh boy This is getting tiring. Samsung reportedly changed its plans twice. One UI 9 has been delayed and now has a general "September 2026" launch timeframe.
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Phones
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The choice will shock you
Talk about tough Choosing between the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro Max? This year's winner is a total surprise.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs. Google Pixel 11: The best of iOS faces the best of Android
iOS vs. Android Wondering whether you should cash in to the Apple or the Google ecosystem? A good iPhone 18 Pro vs. Google Pixel 11 comparison will sort it out for you.
Google built the best $20 AI subscription for everyone, even iPhone users
Many subscriptions seem like no-brainers\, but you quickly stop using them. This Google AI bundle is different, and everyone should buy it, even iPhone owners.
After a few quiet weeks, Verizon just brought back its best Google Pixel 11 deal — that's a FREE Pixel 11 Pro 256GB, no trade-in required
Time to go Pro Verizon is running an offer that will land you a free Google Pixel 11 Pro when you add a line with an eligible unlimited plan.
Android 17
Google continues to fix Android 17 issues with a QPR2 Beta 5 release for Pixels
Keep on keeping on Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 is rolling out for enrolled Pixel testers. Google solves system stability issues, Bluetooth device-switching problems, and more.
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Deals
Who needs Prime Day? A bunch of Chromebook deals just dropped at Best Buy — check out my top picks
Why wait? In the market for a new laptop? Best Buy just quietly launched a big sale on some great Chromebooks.
After a few quiet weeks, Verizon just brought back its best Google Pixel 11 deal — that's a FREE Pixel 11 Pro 256GB, no trade-in required
Time to go Pro Verizon is running an offer that will land you a free Google Pixel 11 Pro when you add a line with an eligible unlimited plan.
This early October Prime Day deal knocks the Viture Pro 2 XR glasses back to their lowest price ever recorded — but how long will it last?
Love to see it Viture has become a leading manufacturer of versatile smart glasses, and now one of its most popular pairs is getting a hefty discount.
You can get a free year of unlimited wireless when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 at Mint Mobile — here's how
No way Bundle the purchase of the Galaxy Z Flip 8 with one year of Unlimited and Mint Mobile will effectively give you the wireless coverage for free.
Apps & Software
This tiny Gmail update makes dealing with verification codes much easier
Copy, paste, done Gmail just made copying verification codes so much easier.
Meowdoku is sudoku but with cats, and it is highly addictive, but it has one BIG problem
Logic + cats Meowdoku is a clever puzzle game for Android that replaces numbers with cats in sudoku, improvising a decades old game.
Google’s Gemini went rogue and breached three companies
Rogue AI Gemini is the latest major model to escape its containment sandbox during safety testing, following similar incidents involving OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta.
The best Wear OS watch in 2026
Wear this If you want a feature-packed and stylish Wear OS watch, you'll want to prioritize Google and Samsung, but alternatives like OnePlus have their benefits.
Wearables
RayNeo's latest smart glasses cut the price and deliver substantial upgrades
And another one RayNeo GT smart glasses deliver native 3Dof tracking, 3840Hz PWM dimming, and Dolby Vision support for just $299.
This iconic Garmin watch is still kickin' — and right now it's 35% off ahead of Amazon's next big sale
Fall Smartwatch Deals Another Big Deal Days sales event arrives October 6 and 7, and the Garmin Venu 3 is already over $150 off.
Ultrahuman, HealthEx team up: your medical records step forward for 'always-on' insights
Take Care Ultrahuman announces the HealthEx PowerPlug. Your medical records from every site where you've received care are brought into the app and placed alongside your Ring data for "always-on" insight.
Amazon has dropped a bunch of Garmin watch deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days — these are the discounted devices I recommend
Get active Weeks before October Prime Day, Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of our favorite Garmin watches.
Accessories
The Nimble SHAREPOWER power bank splits a 10,000mAh battery in half so you can share it with others
Gadget Weekly Nimble is making sharing power banks easier than we ever imagined with the SHAREPOWER 10,000mAh battery that splits in half.
Meet the TOP 12 best Pixelsnap and Qi2 accessories for the Google Pixel 11
Snap on 🧲 The Pixel 11 has some of the best features that an Android phone can deliver. Get the most out of it with the best Pixelsnap and magnetic Qi2 accessories.
Best MagSafe accessories for Android phones
Stick without glue Enjoy all the best MagSafe accessories for Android phones, whether they support magnetic Qi2 natively or not.
Tablets
I thought phone-sized e-readers were a gimmick — the Boox Palma 2 Pro proved me wrong
Just read Boox's phone-sized Palma 2 Pro reader has made reading much more accessible on the go, and this is one of my favorite devices of 2026.
If you're wondering, no, tablets aren't dead: Honor surges for Android in Q2
Tablets are here Honor's major tablet growth in Q2 2026 shows that tablets aren't as dead as we thought. While its competitors have dropped significantly, Honor's trying to pull ahead.
The best Android tablets for drawing in 2026
Get creative If you want a tablet that provides access to the best drawing apps, then you're in luck. Here are the best Android tablets for drawing.
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MediaTek's new 3nm chip wants to power fanless, AI-first Googlebooks
Big cores MediaTek's Dimensity CX C10 Max is the company's first high-end laptop chip, and it's headed for premium AI-first Googlebooks.
The ASUS Googlebook looks like the anti-dongle laptop we asked for
Meet the Googlebook Ahead of Googlebook's September 21 pre-orders, a leaked ASUS Googlebook surfaced featuring a dedicated G key, glowing lid, rich port selection, and active cooling.
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