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Gemini’s music generator is here, and I think this is where everyday AI gets interesting
Jay Bonggoltopublished
Multimedia magicGemini now turns prompts or photos into 30-second AI songs with lyrics, giving anyone an easy, share-ready way to create custom music in seconds.

The Pixel 10a is official, and it's one of Google's smallest upgrades yet
Sanuj Bhatiapublished
Barely newGoogle launches the Pixel 10a with a familiar design, minor upgrades, Tensor G4, but in new colors, making it one of the smallest Pixel refreshes yet.

YouTube fixes major outage that knocked the platform offline for hours
Jay Bonggoltopublished
Fully restoredThe recommendation system that runs YouTube crashed Tuesday night, taking down homepages for hours before engineers finally revived it.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked teases AI camera magic that 'restores,' merges, and a whole lot more
Nickolas Diazpublished
Create, restoreSamsung teased new AI-powered camera tools for, ready to take center stage during its Galaxy Unpacked event in February.







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AT&T deal gets you the new Google Pixel 10a for the price of a cup of coffee — plus some FREE earbuds, just for kicks
ByPatrick Farmerpublished
Preorder savingsPreorder the Google Pixel 10a before its March 5th release date and AT&T will hook you up with some serious savings (and some free earbuds).

Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: How does Google's affordable model stack up?
ByChristine Persaudlast updated
10 vs. 10aThe Google Pixel 10a is the most affordable budget option in the new line, and we can help you decide if you should get it or the Pixel 10.

Google Pixel 10a: Price, specs, release date, and everything you need to know
ByNicholas Sutrichlast updated
A is for affordableThe Google Pixel 10a continues to deliver an affordable Pixel experience in a year when electronics prices are skyrocketing.

Need to buy an iPhone in 2026? Here's why you should get the iPhone 17
ByHarish Jonnalagaddapublished
Just as goodWant to buy a new iPhone in 2026? I used the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and the iPhone Air, and I suggest getting the iPhone 17 if you don't need the best cameras.
Android 16

Android 17 Beta 1 brings two small but useful Pixel Launcher UI changes
BySanuj Bhatiapublished
Two changes that matterAndroid 17 Beta 1 adds shortcut customization and the option to hide At a Glance in Pixel Launcher.
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AT&T deal gets you the new Google Pixel 10a for the price of a cup of coffee — plus some FREE earbuds, just for kicks
ByPatrick Farmerpublished
Preorder savingsPreorder the Google Pixel 10a before its March 5th release date and AT&T will hook you up with some serious savings (and some free earbuds).

Samsung's Certified Re-Newed program will now give you a Galaxy Z Flip 5 for just $349 — here's the deal
ByPatrick Farmerpublished
Time to flipBuying a refurbished phone from Samsung could help your bank account AND the environment.

Why you should (and shouldn't) claim that free Google Pixel 9a from T-Mobile's Presidents' Day sale
ByPatrick Farmerpublished
To wait or not to waitDecisions, decisions.

Just in time for Presidents' Day, the Pixel Watch 4 has crashed back to its Black Friday price
ByZachary Davidpublished
Time to UpgradeThe Google Pixel Watch 4 offers some major improvements over previous generations.
Apps & Software

Best text messaging apps in 2026
ByAndrew Myrick,Namerah Saud Fatmilast updated
Back to basicsThe Android ecosystem gives you access to loads of text messaging apps for keeping in touch with friends and family. These are the best of the lot.

Google Messages is picking up a couple of genuinely useful upgrades
BySanuj Bhatiapublished
Small but smartGoogle Messages is adding practical upgrades, including better message interaction and improved Wear OS notifications.

Gboard's allegedly got a 'cursor mode' in the oven that's giving me laptop vibes
ByNickolas Diazpublished
UsefulGboard could have a "cursor mode" in the works, and the leaks claimed it could help with editing text on mobile.

Google fixes one of Android’s biggest backup gaps, and I think it’s long overdue
ByJay Bonggoltopublished
Backup blind spotAndroid’s February update finally backs up your Downloads folder to Google Drive, closing a long-ignored gap.

YouTube's missing comments might be yet another adblocker deterent
ByNickolas Diazpublished
Changing the gameYouTube users claimed that the platform is changing its tactics against adblockers by removing the comments.

YouTube's latest experiment means the bell icon might not actually do anything
ByJay Bonggoltopublished
less notification fatigueYouTube's testing a change that ignores your "All" notifications setting if you don't actually watch the channel, so only engaged fans get push alerts now.
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Wearables

Just in time for Presidents' Day, the Pixel Watch 4 has crashed back to its Black Friday price
ByZachary Davidpublished
Time to UpgradeThe Google Pixel Watch 4 offers some major improvements over previous generations.

This Garmin watch is a battery life BEAST, and it just scored a record 40% discount for Presidents' Day
ByPatrick Farmerpublished
Trust your InstinctThe spacious and rugged Garmin Instinct 2X Solar just crashed to a record low price for Presidents' Day.

At this record low price I expect Oakley Meta HSTN to be sold out before President's Day even officially begins
ByNicholas Sutrichpublished
HSTN DEALThe first big Oakley Meta HSTN sale is on, and this $60 off price is now available through President's Day.

Best smartwatches that can measure blood oxygen saturation levels
ByMichael L Hickslast updated
SpO2 monitorIf 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.
Accessories

Peak Design's crossbody and wristlet phone straps are the first I'd actually use
ByBrady Snyderpublished
Crossbodys & cuffsPeak Design, the brand known for mobile accessories and camera gear, is out with smartphone-first straps — and they're finally starting to make sense.

Galaxy Buds 4 leak leaves little to the imagination — and I’m okay with the safe upgrades
ByJay Bonggoltopublished
Design pivotSamsung’s Galaxy Buds 4 leak shows they’re ditching the sharp blade design for rounded stems, a transparent case, and smarter AI gestures.

Best home NAS 2026
ByHarish Jonnalagaddalast updated
Home storageThere are lots of great choices if you're looking for the best NAS for home use. I've used dozens of NAS models over the years, and I rounded up the best home NAS servers you can buy today.
Tablets

These Samsung Galaxy Tab models support the S Pen in 2025
ByMichael L Hicks,Andrew Myricklast updated
Putting pen to screenWhich of the Galaxy Tab S, A, FE, and Active tablets work with Samsung's best stylus?

This hack made my life so much easier after I replaced my old e-reader with a new one
ByNamerah Saud Fatmipublished
Gadget WeeklyOnyx Boox tablets run Android, but they don't offer the data transfer feature that Android does on phones. Here's how you can transfer your files regardless.

The Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C has perfected the recipe for the ideal E Ink tablet
ByNamerah Saud Fatmipublished
Peak E Ink experienceOnyx Boox deserves a pat on the back for the Note Air 5 C. This excellent E Ink tablet runs Android 15 and is filled to the brim with incredible features.
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