The Pixel 8 Pro is still available at its lowest price on Best Buy and Amazon. Pick your retailer and save big while you can!
Sunday 31 December 2023
Huge blunder! Walmart accidentally posts its listing for the Galaxy S24+
Walmart accidentally posted its listing for the Galaxy S24+ more than two-weeks early revealing some information.
Leaks reveal Galaxy S24 preorder gifts, reduced prices, and better video recording capability
Latest Galaxy S24 leaks reveal new features and preorder bonuses.
Saturday 30 December 2023
Gabb Watch 3 kids smartwatch review: Wonderfully simple
Though not perfect, the Gabb Watch 3 does an excellent job of balancing features that kids and parents want while keeping safety at the forefront.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the best phone I've ever had but this phone is my all-time favorite
While the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the most powerful phone I've owned, my all-time favorite is an Android device nearly a decade old.
Renders surface of the U.S.-bound Moto G Play (2024); rumored specs include 50MP camera, big battery
Renders surface of the U.S.-bound Motorola Moto G Play (2024); the phone is expected to be priced at $169 in the states.
"Creepy" Alexa scares couple into unplugging the digital assistant
Creepy Alexa engages in a 1 am conversation with a TikTokker's husband leading the digital assistant to get replaced by a kitchen timer.
Friday 29 December 2023
It's your last chance to claim a free Xbox Series X from Verizon Fios — the deal ends January 3rd!
That popular Verizon Fios deal that gets you a free Xbox Series X is officially about to expire, so if you've been on the fence, now's the time to make a decision.
The Galaxy S24 series might skip satellite connectivity like the S23
As Samsung begins cellular testing for the S24 series, it looks like the phones may miss out on satellite connectivity.
Samsung's new AI Live Translate will work on calls between Galaxy and non-Galaxy phones
Samsung's AI Live Translate Call feature, expected to debut with the Galaxy S24 series, will work on calls made to other phone brands.
Thursday 28 December 2023
Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Mobile delayed to 2024
Rainbow Six Mobile should have been released this month, but Ubisoft quietly moved the launch to September 2024.
My favorite cheap tablet just got even cheaper — score 43% off the Galaxy Tab A8 during Amazon's After Christmas sale!
Christmas may be over, but you can still nab a sweet 43% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8, our favorite cheap Android tablet.
Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro repair parts will cost you more than its predecessors
Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro repair parts will cost you more than its predecessors
Nothing Phone (2a) leak suggests it will be a great deal price-wise
The most recent Nothing Phone (2a) leak indicates that this will be half the price of Nothing Phone 2, while still offering some very decent specs.
Wednesday 27 December 2023
3nm A18 for all? Why a single chip for all iPhone 16 models is a great decision by Apple
The iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are both rumored to come with cutting-edge 3nm A18 chipsets. Great! However, the one in the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus might still be a bit more laid back, as the rumors are pointing towards 3nm A18 Pro for the 16 Pro and 3nm A18 Bionic for the 16.
Microsoft doubles down on generative AI with standalone Copilot app for Android
Microsoft doubles down on generative AI with standalone Copilot app for Android
Mint Mobile's BOGO holiday deal is about to expire — claim your free wireless service before it's too late!
Mint Mobile's "Buy Three, Get Three" deal is officially about to expire, so now's your last chance to score some dirt cheap wireless powered by T-Mobile.
ASUS Zenfone 10 gets Android 14 upgrade: revamped apps, improved call quality, and more
ASUS Zenfone 10 gets Android 14 upgrade: revamped apps, improved call quality, and more
Tuesday 26 December 2023
With no veto from Biden, Apple files an appeal against ITC's Apple Watch Exclusion Order and plans a redesign
Apple is appealing the ITC's Exclusion Order that prevents it from selling certain Apple Watch models in the U.S.
Galaxy XCover 7 leak reveals more specs for the rugged Samsung phone
Some leaked specifications see the XCover 7 potentially mirroring its predecessor.
Amazon's Boxing Day sale is LIVE — here are the five tech deals you cannot miss
Christmas has come to an end, which means it's time for great Boxing Day sales from retailers like Amazon.
Monday 25 December 2023
iPhone 15 Pro Max edges out the Mate 60 Pro to become China's top-selling phone in October
The Huawei Mate 60 Pro fell short of the iPhone 15 Pro Max finishing second among the top five smartphones sold in China during October.
Analysts calling for strong Android sales are being thrown off track
TF International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that some analysts are wrong to forecast strong demand for Android phones.
Arlo Essential and Essential XL Wireless Outdoor Security Camera review: Perfect if you live in the cloud
Arlo has done a nice job of keeping its Essential line of cameras relevant with these updates. But withholding local storage options makes them a tougher buy.
Amazon rolls out huge discount on productivity behemoth Surface Pro 8
The incredible Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is $402 off for a limited time.
Sunday 24 December 2023
Pick up the unapologetically powerful 12.9-inch iPad Pro for a very special price while you can
Amazon is letting you save big on the 2021 M1 iPad Pro.
Welcome 2024 with a bang and snatch the loud Sony SRS-XG300 for 43% off on Amazon
The speaker sounds amazing, has good battery life, and is a real bang for your buck
Intel could create a chip with one trillion transistors by 2030 says its CEO
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger says that Intel could produce a chip sporting one trillion transistors by 2030.
Motorola's impressively powerful Lenovo ThinkPhone tumbles to a cheaper price
The business-oriented Motorola ThinkPhone is a hefty $300 off.
Saturday 23 December 2023
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is on sale for the most thoughtful discount ever seen
The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is available for a new low.
5G SALE Act signed by Biden allows T-Mobile to take control of more mid-band 2.5GHz spectrum
T-Mobile will finally take control of the 2.5GHz mid-band spectrum it spent $304 million to win in an FCC auction back in 2022.
Treat yourself to Google's Pixel Tablet and save 20% this holiday season on Amazon
The casual Google Pixel Tablet can once again be yours at a pretty cool markdown of 20%; get it while you can.
Friday 22 December 2023
Masterpiece foldable OnePlus Open is available for a ludicrously big discount
Best Buy is selling the OnePlus Open for its lowest price to date.
Bring your own phone to Verizon and lock in a great deal on unlimited service for three years
Switch to Verizon, bring your own device with you, and you can sign up for the Unlimited Welcome plan for as low as $25 per month.
Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera review: Impressive features, yet supremely simplistic
Ecobee's first video doorbell is a good one that is both easy to use and install. It is packed with some very useful features to get the most from the device. But its reliance on a subscription knocks off a point.
Thursday 21 December 2023
Finally! The OnePlus Open has dropped to its lowest price ever during Best Buy's Christmas sale (but not for long)
Activate the OnePlus Open through Best Buy and you'll get the premium foldable phone for the record low price of $1,399.99.
Now we know why Apple released iOS 17.2.1
The release notes issued for iOS 17.2.1 in Japan and China reveal that the update was disseminated to fix an issue draining iPhone batteries.
Another huge Galaxy S24 leak reveals the specs for all three phones
A substantial leak spills the majority of the Galaxy S24 series' specs ahead of Samsung's reveal.
Chrome lets you save tab groups for easy access across your devices
Google is pushing a new update for Chrome that gives users a more watchful eye over their security.
Wednesday 20 December 2023
OPPO confirms Find X7 camera details ahead of launch with new Sony sensor inbound
OPPO officially confirms the existence of the Find X7 series while also teasing a new camera upgrade.
WhatsApp working to bring audio sharing over video calls feature to Android users too
WhatsApp's next feature coming to Android and iOS will allow users to share audio over video calls.
Tuesday 19 December 2023
Celebrate the New Year in style with a perfectly well-balanced Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at a huge discount
With Christmas far too close on the horizon now, cash-strapped fans of Android tablets should be content with receiving the deeply discounted 128GB Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite mid-ranger from Amazon by December 31.
ASUS brings Intel's new Core Ultra 7 processor to its latest Chromebook
If you were hoping for 2024 to bring more exciting Chromebooks, you're in luck as ASUS is already swinging for the fences.
Monday 18 December 2023
T-Mobile has a special something for select customers as a year-end gift
Some special T-Mobile customers may get treated to free lines.
Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) review: Simple, yet effective
Arlo has made some quality-of-life improvements to the 2nd gen video doorbell with some new features as well. Unfortunately, it comes with some baggage to.
Sunday 17 December 2023
Apple beat writer tells us what the mystery "Capture" button will do on the iPhone 16 series
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reveals what Apple's mystery "Capture" button will do on the iPhone 16 line.
New Galaxy S24 Ultra leak suggests it's Samsung's biggest upgrade in years
Leaker reveals new tidbits about the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Working prototype light-based semiconductor chip has been built for 6G and 7G connectivity
Scientists have built a working prototype of a light-based chip for 6G and 7G connectivity.
Apple plans to bring major AirPods Pro feature to the non-Pro model next year
Apple is expected to release two different fourth-generation AirPods next year including a pricier version with Active Noise Cancellation.
Saturday 16 December 2023
China reportedly widens its ban on the iPhone to additional provinces
China is widening its ban on the iPhone in central government agency offices and is telling employees to use locally-made phones.
MediaTek's Dimensity 9400 AP will top Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 "in all aspects" says leaker
Leaker Digital Chat Station posts on Weibo that next year's Dimensity 9400 AP won't have four Cortex-X Prime CPU cores like the 9300.
Image reveals the new glyph interface and camera placement on the Nothing Phone (2a) mid-ranger
An image of the rear panel Nothing Phone (2a) released by Nothing shows a new glyph interface and camera placement for the device.
Asgard's Wrath 2 is getting a Quest 3 upgrade sooner than we thought
Asgard's Wrath 2 might be included for free with every Meta Quest 3, but the game didn't receive a special graphics upgrade for the new hardware. Thankfully, that's changing soon!
Friday 15 December 2023
Gmail is making it easier to track packages in time for the holidays
Google details several updates to Gmail and Search ahead of the last-minute Christmas shopping push.
Motorola next affordable smartphone leaks in high-res renders
Aside from the unannounced Moto G24 Power and Moto G34, Motorola has one more phone in the pipeline, the affordable Moto G04.
Thursday 14 December 2023
Google unveils Imagen 2 text-to-image generation for Vertex AI
Google unveiled Imagen 2, Vertex AI's upgraded text-to-image generation software for customers.
PhoneArena Readers' Awards 2023: Vote for your favorite phones!
Vote for your favorite phones of 2023 across a number of categories!...
Google, Meta, Qualcomm, and others form a group striving for interoperability in the EU
The Coalition for Open Digital Ecosystems (CODE), which includes 10 big tech companies, aims to create open digital systems.
Wednesday 13 December 2023
Garmin's new watch faces make you earn your holiday cheer — download them now for free
Garmin's four new watch faces in Connect IQ let you build a snowman, golf with Santa, decorate a Christmas tree, or go skiing on the slope.
Netflix reveals the first mobile games joining its library in 2024
With about two weeks left of 2023, Netflix decided it’s time to share details about what’s coming for those interested in the gaming part of its service.
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 sheds its bezels in new teaser for January launch
ASUS has teased a reveal date for the ROG Phone 8 alongside new changes arriving for the devices.
Tuesday 12 December 2023
Amazon has Samsung's 256GB Galaxy Tab S9 screamer (with S Pen) on sale at a rare $167 discount
With a stunning 11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, state-of-the-art Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, and a built-in S Pen, Samsung's "vanilla" Galaxy Tab S9 is a great last-minute Christmas bargain at a little over $750 in a 256GB storage variant.
Mobvoi finally begins rollout of Wear OS 3 for TicWatch series
While many of the best smartwatches are on Wear OS 4, some older Mobvoi watches are finally getting the Wear OS 3 treatment.
Monday 11 December 2023
Beeper Mini is up and running again, with a couple of key changes
After a tumultuous few days, Beeper Mini is back up and running, allowing you to use iMessage on Android. But, it's not as simple as signing in with a Google account and having your phone number tied to iMessage.
Google Messages may soon allow you to edit sent messages
Google Messages may soon allow you to edit sent messages
For a limited time, snatch the incredible Galaxy Z Fold 5 with a bonkers discount at Samsung
The deal will be active until 4 pm ET or while supplies last
Sunday 10 December 2023
Use Google Play Points to snag 40% discount on Pixel 8 series and Pixel tablet
Save 40% on the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and the Pixel Tablet by redeeming your Pixel Play Points.
Leak explains why iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 will have same RAM count as predecessors
Even though on-device AI will require more RAM, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 will not have more RAM than their predecessors.
Verizon is allegedly suckered into giving a female customer's home address to her stalker
Verizon was duped into releasing a female customer's home address and phone data to a stalker.
iPhone is no longer the superstar of Apple's ecosystem (but Tim Cook is doing everything right)
I find it that my iPhone is no longer as irreplaceable as it used to be, because it doesn't feel as special compared to my MacBook (or AirPods).
Saturday 9 December 2023
Apple admits that it shut down Beeper Mini to protect the privacy of iPhone users
Apple admitted that it had to shut down Beeper Mini's iMessage service for Android phones to protect iPhone users' privacy.
Android Auto gets a helpful Google Maps feature to avoid parking lot panic
Google Maps is finally playing nice with Android Auto, letting you remember where you parked with a single tap.
Rumor mill says that Sony is taking a sledgehammer to its Xperia line in 2025
Rumors suggest that Sony will move the selfie-snapper on its new handsets and use a new name for the company's phones starting 2025.
Misunderstanding leads to bogus rumor that the Amazon app was hacked
No, Amazon shoppers, the Amazon app was not hacked and Amazon was trying to make deliveries more secure.
Friday 8 December 2023
The ROG Phone 8 is 'coming soon' with a new look, massive camera bump
ASUS has teased the ROG Phone 8 series is "coming soon," alongside a rear panel change.
Meta is giving away six months of free Quest games to some lucky gamers
A six-month Meta Quest Plus gaming subscription is being given away to some lucky Quest 3 users, so be sure to check your inbox this weekend!
Thursday 7 December 2023
Best Christmas smartwatch deals available now — 12 wearable gift ideas for Android fans
If you're hoping to buy a smartwatch or fitness tracker this holiday season, look no further than this expertly curated gift guide.
The upcoming OnePlus 12R might be more similar to the OnePlus 11
OnePlus Ace series is confined to China; however, those devices are dubbed the 'R' series in other regions like India. OnePlus 12R is the OnePlus Ace 3 that is set to launch soon.
Wednesday 6 December 2023
Google's AI chatbot Bard gets a major upgrade with Gemini Pro
Google's AI chatbot Bard gets a major upgrade with Gemini Pro
The Google Files app picks up a new document scanner
Google Files is gaining a new document scanner, similar to Drive, with varying modes of function.
Waze launches two holiday-themed driving experiences
Waze is back this month with not one, but two new driving experiences designed around the holiday season.
How to enable Conversation Detection on the Pixel Buds Pro
A great way to stay in touch with the world without removing a bud or fumbling for the touch controls or app, Conversation Detection is a game-changer for the Google Pixel Buds Pro.
Tuesday 5 December 2023
Android Central holiday gift guide 2023 — deck the halls with these 22 tech deals
If you're looking for some holiday gift ideas, we've gathered 22 epic tech deals for Android fans.
Galaxy Tab S9 FE, S9 FE Plus already get their first major update with Android 14
Samsung started rolling out its One UI 6 update to the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE Plus.
Beat Saber just got new songs and a next-gen Quest 3 upgrade
Beat Saber is back with a new original soundtrack, Quest 3 updates, and gameplay enhancements.
Beeper Mini turns your Android phone into an iPhone for iMessage
If you've been put off by the recent debacle surrounding Sunbird and Nothing Chats, but still want iMessage on Android, you're in luck. Beeper Mini has arrived, aiming to offer a secure and encrypted way to chat with your friends on iOS, without making the switch.
Monday 4 December 2023
Water damage is no longer a top five concern for smartphone owners
Water damage is no longer one of the top five concerns for smartphone owners.
Nothing CMF Watch app remains a security risk
Nothing has another vulnerability problem with its CMF Watch app and how it protects user data.
The Google Pixel Watch 2 just got its first major discount, and it's a BIGGIE
Completely out of the blue, retailers a dropping a straight $50 off the Google Pixel Watch 2, sending it down to its lowest price EVER.
Sunday 3 December 2023
The Chase is on as Apple seeks new financial partner for Apple Card
J.P. Morgan Chase could end up replacing Goldman Sachs as Apple's financial partner for the no-fee Apple Card.
Nab the wonderful Pixel Watch 2 for its lowest price to date
The impressive Google Pixel Watch 2 has crashed to a new low on both Amazon and Best Buy.
The stakes are high as Apple hopes to replace Qualcomm's 5G iPhone modem
Apple needs to be 100% sure that its 5G modem is ready for prime time since the stakes are very high for both Tim Cook and the iPhone.
You can nab the wonderful Pixel Watch 2 for a new low
The impressive Google Pixel Watch 2 has crashed to a new low on both Amazon and Best Buy.
Saturday 2 December 2023
Fall detection on the Apple Watch helps hiker survive a serious injury
The fall detection feature on the Apple Watch may have saved the life of a hiker who suffered major injuries after a fall.
There is a big flaw that Apple Maps must fix in order to compete with Google Maps
As competitive with Google Maps as Apple Maps is, there is one thing that Apple needs to do as well as Google.
Amazon's generous discount on the pristine Sony WH-1000XM4 is still up for grabs
The exceptional Sony WH-1000XM4 are still available at a pretty tempting markdown at Amazon. Grab them while you still can.
Friday 1 December 2023
iOS 17.2 beta 4 released: All the new features and improvements
Here's pretty much everything new coming in iOS 17.2 beta 4.
WhatsApp's new Secret Code lets you add an extra layer of security for your locked chats
WhatsApp introduced Chat Lock early this year; six months later, there's an extra layer to those chats for added privacy.
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