to keep or not to keep
Android
Finger's crossed
Google reportedly has a price in mind for its rumored 'Pixel Notepad'
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Google TV for all
Google may be preparing to launch affordable 'Chromecast HD with Google TV'
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Another day another legal battle
Four state AGs sue Google over 'deceptive location tracking' on Android
Analysis
Please give a flip
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4: 5 features we want to see
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Android & Chill
Advising Olympians to leave electronics at home isn't such a bad idea
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What's the plan Google?
Google should treat Wear OS 3 like it does Pixels if it wants to succeed
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Gaming
Back to the big easy
The Oculus Quest's best game is getting a sequel
All games all the time
Need some solitary time with Solitaire? These Android games will do it.
Latest stories
Finally
The original Microsoft Surface Duo finally receives the Android 11 update
After a long wait, the original Microsoft Surface Duo is being updated to Android 11 with plenty of new features and UI optimizations.
Bump It
Get started on your Pixel 6 journey with one of these cases
The Google Pixel 6 brought colorful style to the flagship party and a thick camera bump. Given how important the cameras on the Google Pixel 6 are, the best Pixel 6 cases blend grip, protection, and style into one complete package. Here are some of the best!
Samsung screen grab
It's easy to take a screenshot from your Samsung Galaxy phone
One of the most useful smartphone tips is how to take a screenshot. While this can differ from phone to phone, thankfully the steps are fairly similar. We'll show you how to take a screenshot from any Samsung Galaxy phone.
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The upcoming Galaxy S22 series has our readers cautiously optimistic
Samsung has opened reservations for the Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy Tab S8, so we asked our readers if they were signing up.
Faster internet is here
AT&T unleashes 5-gig internet for 5.2 million fiber customers in 70 markets
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AT&T is upgrading its fiber optic internet plans with multi-gig options in 70 metro areas reaching 5.2 million customer locations. Speeds up to 5Gbps are available with no data caps, no contracts, and no equipment fees.
The best there are
These are the best Android phones you can buy right now
There are so many great Android phones to buy that it can be tough to know which one to get. These are the best of the best at each price point.
Mark your calendar
Google Pixel 6a could launch earlier this year alongside the Pixel Watch
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The upcoming Google Pixel 6a is expected to make its debut in May at Google's I/O event, three months earlier than the previous Pixel 4a and 5a announcements.
(Hopefully) coming soon
Samsung's Galaxy Home Mini successor could be right around the corner
Samsung's Galaxy Home Mini successor has been certified by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. Rumors suggest the smart speaker will be officially unveiled "very soon."
A new lineup
Acer announces four new rugged Chromebooks designed for students
Acer has introduced four durable new Chromebooks designed for students. All four models come with mechanically-anchored keyboards and are built using post-consumer recycled plastic.
The best Android TV boxes
Should you get the NVIDIA Shield TV or spring for the Shield TV Pro?
After years of waiting, NVIDIA has finally provided a substantial hardware update to its venerable Shield TV lineup. No matter which version you go with, you'll get the best that Android TV has to offer, plus some significant gaming benefits.
Wear OS 3
Wear OS 3: Everything we know so far about Google's big smartwatch update
Wear OS 3 is the latest update to Google's smartwatch platform co-developed by Google and Samsung. It brings some notable changes compared to previous iterations of Wear OS, which should boost it compared to both Google and Samsung's efforts in the space, combining the best of both companies. Here's what else you can expect!
One app for email and call
Use Gmail to start or join a Google Meet call
You don't need two separate apps for Gmail and Google Meet. Use your email client to attend video calls.
Save the date
Xiaomi's Redmi Note 11S is coming to India on February 9
Xiaomi will take the wraps off the Redmi Note 11S at an online launch event in India on February 9.
Press Press Smash
AC Podcast 555: Pixel 6 Fixes; NVIDIA Shield TV Bugs
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The January 2022 update is available now for Pixel 6 phones. It brings some quality of life improvements for their users. But the the news isn't so good for NVIDIA Shield TV after an Android 11 update. However, NVIDIA says fixes for Plex, Kodi, and more are on the way. The crew also dig into a lot of other news, such as why Airlines have such a bee in their bonnet about 5G, YouTube...
Fortnite crossover when?
Battle royales all became Fortnite and we didn’t notice
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It makes sense that games are copying the Fortnite model of free-to-play progression and crossover events, but it's making a lot of impressive games look stale.
The Best Products
The best there are
These are the best Android phones you can buy right now
Wear with pride
These are the best Android smartwatches you can buy
It’s time to cut the cord!
These are the best wireless earbuds you can buy at every price
the future is now
Future-proof your home with the best Wi-Fi 6 routers
Chromebooks
Tappity tap tap CLICK
A guide to finding your new favorite Chromebook keyboard
give it to me now
Logitech Pen review: The best Chromebook stylus ever
Seamless sharing
Chrome OS' upcoming feature will make file transfers less of a headache
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Stylus for students
The Logitech Pen is a $65 USI stylus for Chromebooks in the classroom
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PS5 restock confirmed
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Best stuff in life is free
Persona 5 Strikers, Dirt 5, and more free this month on PS Plus
Recent Reviews
Rainbow Six Extraction on Stadia
Rainbow Six Extraction launches on Stadia with heart-pumping action that supports up to three players cooperatively across other versions on PC and consoles. However, it doesn't have enough to sustain replayability.
Govee Neon LED light strip
Neon lights have a cool appeal to their style, but not only are these fixtures expensive but you also can change the style of the light on a whim. Govee may have a solution to this with its Neon LED light strip and it's on track to bring that retro feel into the future.
T-Mobile SyncUP Kids
A connected smartwatch for kids needs a few key features to be the right pick: safety and ease of use. Although the T-Mobile SyncUP Kids hits those marks, it has a couple of things holding it back from really hitting all the right notes. Here's what to expect!
No bones about it
Fossil has a wide variety of smartwatches, but which should you pick?
Keeping up with all the smartwatches can be challenging, and Fossil, one of the most prominent brands in the market, keeps adding to the list. We've narrowed it down to some of the best options.
Truly wireless
How to spend less on a pair of wireless earbuds
You don’t need to spend a fortune on great wireless earbuds when a perfect pair is available on the cheap. So here are our top picks!
From the Editor's Desk
The Microsoft-Activision acquisition targets Google and Meta more than Sony
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Activision Blizzard games will help Microsoft sell more consoles, but the company already has its sights turned towards its next major tech confrontation against VR/AR companies. And it's no assurance that the Activision deal will help them win.
Security Alert
Google Drive now warns you when you're about to open a suspicious file
Google Drive has added a new security alert that warns you about potentially malicious files before you can download them.
Back to basics
Exit one-handed mode or floating mode in Gboard in a few taps
Gboard is chock-full of amazing features, but it can sometimes be bothersome. So if you're stuck in the one-handed or floating mode in Gboard, we're here to show you how you can get out and on with your day.
Synergy
How to set up WhatsApp payments to send and receive money
WhatsApp now lets you send and receive money in India, with the payments feature relying on the country's UPI infrastructure. Here's how you can set up payments on WhatsApp to start sending and receiving money.
Android Game of the Week
Delivery! It's Postknight 2 for Android
Postknight 2 is a casual RPG adventure game that puts you in the shoes of a trainee Postknight who must rise through the ranks to become the greatest of them all.
Here we go
Poll: Are you reserving the Samsung Galaxy S22?
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The Galaxy S22 is on the way, and reservations are open. Let us know if you plan to place your reservation for Samsung's next flagship.
At a glance
The Pixel At a Glance widget just got a few long-awaited features
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After teasing some new functions for the At a Glance widget last year, Google is finally rolling out more features on Pixels.
Fool me thrice...
Potential Pixel Watch launch date hints at Google I/O timeline
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Allegedly, the Pixel Watch has been delayed again, this time to spring 2022. But its timing could indicate when the next Google I/O will take place.
And the winner is...
Our readers use Google Messages more than any other texting app
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Google Messages is the most popular texting app among Android Central readers, while WhatsApp trails in second place.
Importing chat history made easier
WhatsApp will soon make chat migration from Android to iOS a breeze
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WhatsApp's latest beta for iOS suggests the chat app is getting ready to migrate chat history from Android phones to iPhones.
Give your brain a workout
Enjoy a healthy dose of brain pain with the best Android puzzle games!
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Android phones are the perfect platform for puzzle games. We've collected some of our favorite games that offer a stylish and challenging experience!
That's interesting
Two years late, Texas is suing Google over its Pixel 4 radio ads
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Google over what he calls false and misleading claims said about the Pixel 4 during a radio ad spree in late 2019.
All the music
Is Spotify or Apple Music the better music streaming service?
When it comes to the battle of music streaming services, Spotify and Apple Music are at the top of the heap. But which platform is the better one for you?
Reserve now
Samsung Galaxy S22 and Tab S8 reservations go live ahead of launch
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Today, Samsung opened reservations for the Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy Tab S8, with additional perks such as a $50 store credit toward other Samsung products.
A close call
Should you pick the Fitbit Sense or the Fitbit Versa 3?
Fitbit's smartwatches, the Sense and the Versa 3, are packed with health and fitness features. But which one is best suited to you? We run down the features and compare the two to help you make the right choice.
power up
OnePlus 10R is launching in Q2 2022 with MediaTek's Dimensity 9000
OnePlus is all set to launch a phone with the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. The OnePlus 10R is going to launch in Q2 2022 with MediaTek's flagship chipset, and it will be coming to India and China.
Copy that floppy
What is Wi-Fi Direct and how do you use it?
Sharing files between Android devices is fast and easy, thanks to Wi-Fi Direct and Nearby Share. You can even share large files over a gigabyte quickly without sacrificing any video quality. Wi-Fi Direct also enables low-latency wireless display sharing. Here's what else you can expect!
Still too big, still too bulky
Smartwatches for women are still a major letdown
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Seven years, a dozen watches, and the cutting edge of wearable design still can't give us a smartwatch that properly fits anything other than a bulky arm. As bright at 2022 is looking for wearables, there's no end in sight when it comes to this drought of slim smartwatches.
Farewell to plain text
Google Chat on the web picks up one of Slack's best features
Google Chat on the web gets a long overdue feature that lets you bold or italicize text in your messages more easily.
