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A Pixel Watch and TicWatch Pro 5 side-by-side.

The Pixel Watch has been utterly crushed by its latest rival

After being impressed by the TicWatch Pro 5, we made a return to the Pixel Watch -- and it shows exactly where Google went wrong with its smartwatch.
Google Assistant listening on the Google Pixel Watch.

No, you really don’t need Google Assistant on your smartwatch

Google Assistant is becoming a rarity on smartwatches, and isn't on the new TicWatch 5 Pro. But does it really matter?
Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy A54 in hand

Can a $450 phone beat the Samsung Galaxy S23’s cameras? It’s close

How does Samsung's midrange Galaxy A54 compare to the flagship Galaxy S23 in terms of cameras? Let's find out in this camera comparison.
The Google Pixel 7a face down on a table.

I have to stop using the Pixel 7a — but I don’t want to

Despite having phones that are a lot more expensive at hand, I realized the $500 Pixel 7a is all the phone I actually need, and without compromising either.
iPhone 14 Pro Max in hand.

5 things the iPhone 15 Pro Max needs to fix before I’ll buy it

The iPhone 13 Pro Max was a brilliant phone, while the 14 Pro Max was a letdown. Will the iPhone 15 Pro Max be one of year's best phones again?
The Oura Ring on a person's finger.

I should stop wearing the Oura Ring, but I can’t

I'm still wearing the third-generation Oura Ring smart ring, but things about it make me think I shouldn't be, despite it being a great product.
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7a held in a person's hand.

Google can create the perfect Pixel phone — if it changes one thing

The Pixel 7a is a great phone. But with a few smart tweaks, Google could easily create a perfect Pixel. Here's how.
Vivo X90 Pro with Yashica analog camera on a flat surface.

This phone just ruined the iPhone 14 Pro and Samung Galaxy S23 Ultra for me

The Vivo X90 Pro is a phone you may not have heard of. But after testing its camera, it's got us thinking differently about the iPhone 14 Pro and S23 Ultra.
The Pixel 7a and Pixel 4a's camera modules.

Have an old Google Pixel? This camera test will make you want a Pixel 7a

Google is renowned for great phone cameras and photo software. In our Pixel 7a vs. Pixel 4a camera test, we see how things have moved on in three years.
ChatGPT app running on an iPhone.

I found a huge problem with the new ChatGPT iPhone app

The official ChatGPT iPhone app is finally here, and I tried it. It's a slick app that works well — except for one huge, glaring problem.
Deep Purple iPhone 14 Pro with Beats Studio Buds+ in Transparent

Let’s be clear, Apple — it’s time to make a transparent iPhone

Apple owns Beats, which just released an amazing transparent color for the new Beats Studio Buds+. So why can't Apple do that for the iPhone, too?
A person holding the Oppo Find X6 Pro, showing the back of the phone.

I used YouTubers’ favorite camera phone of 2023, and I wasn’t impressed

The Oppo Find X6 Pro has been described as having the best camera out there at the moment, but is it? We found out.
Spigen Ultra Hybrid Zero One Pixel 7a case in hand

What’s the inside of a Pixel 7a look like? This cool case shows you

Looking for a cool case for your new Pixel 7a? This Zero One case from Spigen offers protection and a teardown view of your Pixel 7a.
Theming on SwiftKey

I hate my iPhone’s keyboard, but this app made it better

Apple's default iPhone keyboard is boring and frustratingly lacking. Microsoft's SwiftKey keyboard opens a whole new world of fun and convenient possibilities.
Google Pixel 7a vs 6a on top of one another

This tough camera comparison is bad news for the Pixel 7a

The Google Pixel 7a is out, and it's the most advanced Pixel A-Series yet. But are the cameras that much better than the Pixel 6a?
The Pixel 7a in a case and being taken out of a pocket.

The Pixel 7a would be better if Google brought back this brilliant accessory

I like the Google Pixel 7a, but I'm not so taken with the official cases for the phone, and it has made me wish for the return of a great Google accessory.
OnePlus Pad with official Stylo pencil stylus on a wooden table.

Don’t buy the Pixel Tablet; get this cheaper Android tablet instead

The Pixel Tablet is Google's latest attempt to rejuvenate the ignored segment of Android tablets. But this alternative offers more for the same price.
Pixel 7a back.

4 things I love about the Pixel 7a (and 3 things I hate)

The Google Pixel 7a is an impressive smartphone for the price. There are some things I absolutely love about it — plus a few things I can't stand.
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7a held in a person's hand.

Our Pixel 7a vs. Pixel 7 camera test has a surprising winner

The Google Pixel 7 isn't much more expensive than the Google Pixel 7a, but is the camera a lot better? We found out in our extensive, in-depth test.
The Huawei P60 Pro held in a person's hand.

Apple, Samsung, and Google could learn a lot from this unique phone

We take a close look at how the Huawei P60 Pro's special Rococo Pearl finish and ergonomic design set it apart from the competition.
Google Pixel 7a laying on ground

I really like the Pixel 7a, but there’s one big issue I can’t ignore

The Google Pixel 7a is here, but with the Pixel 6a still available and the Pixel 7 not much more expensive, it's in a really odd place.
The Google Pixel 7a in a person's hand.

Sorry, but you’re all wrong — any Pixel 7 is a great buy

I bet you're worried about buying a Google Pixel 7, aren't you? Scared off by stories of reliability issues? Well, don't be.
Side view of the Pixel Fold

I’m excited for the Google Pixel Fold, and you should be too

The Google Pixel Fold has officially been unveiled. It was absolutely worth the wait, and I cannot wait to get my hands on it.
The Google Pixel Tablet sitting upright on its charging dock.

The Google Pixel Tablet is here, and it’s a huge disappointment

The Pixel Tablet was supposed to be a blueprint for Android on tablets. But based on what we've now seen, I don't think it's actually done that.
The Google Pixel Fold in someone's pocket.

Don’t buy the Google Pixel Fold (yet)

The Pixel Fold is here and it's all very exciting, but don't let that cloud your judgment, as it's worth waiting before you buy one.
AI assistants compared with ChatGPT.

Forget ChatGPT — Siri and Google Assistant do these 4 things better

Thanks to ChatGPT, the AI buzz is everywhere. However, don't let OpenAI's rockstar AI trick you into ditching the trusty Google Assistant or Siri on your phone.
The Huawei P60 Pro with the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

The Pixel 7 Pro’s camera has finally met its match

Can the Huawei P60 Pro's camera really beat the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which has one of the best cameras available? We find out in a quick, and tough, test.
The Xiaomi 12S UItra's camera module.

I’m sick of big, ugly phone cameras — and they’re only getting worse

We all want better cameras on our phones, but are we willing to accept the cost? I don't mean financially — I mean aesthetically and ergonomically.
A render of the front of the Google Pixel Tablet.

The Pixel Tablet could be the iPad killer I’ve waited years for

Android tablets have always struggled to truly take on the iPad. The Pixel Tablet could be the first one to change that.
The Oppo Find X Lamborghini Edition in its case.

This forgotten Lamborghini phone is one of the coolest I’ve ever used

Lamborghini once teamed up with a smartphone brand to make the coolest, most desirable car-related special edition we've seen, and it's worth revisiting.
The iPhone 14 Pro Max.

I wish I never bought my iPhone 14 Pro

I've bought every generation of iPhone, and for the most part, I love using the iPhone. But I'm having regrets with my current iPhone 14 Pro.
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Vivo X90 Pro's camera modules.

I tested 2 of the year’s best camera phones — it was brutal

Does Leica or Zeiss, two big names from the camera world, make the best smartphone camera? We try the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Vivo X90 Pro to find out.
OnePlus Pad held in hand.

The OnePlus Pad looks incredible — except for one peculiar thing

OnePlus just launched its very first tablet, the OnePlus Pad. It has a great, premium design, aside from that camera placement.
Galaxy Z Fold 4 on the left and Tecno Phantom V Fold on the right.

5 things this $1,100 foldable does better than the Galaxy Z Fold 4

I've been using a folding phone that costs $700 less than the Galaxy Z Fold 4. It isn't perfect, but it does beat Samsung's phone in 5 key ways.