Amazon just knocked $65 off the Google Pixel Watch 5 (41mm, Wi-Fi), dropping it to $334.99 from its $399.99 retail price. That’s a 16% discount off the RRP, and it’s a deal worth noticing because Read more…
TL;DR Google is working on a redesigned settings page for the Google app. It could switch to a card-based layout instead of the list layout it currently uses. The redesign could also bring some buried Read more…
Training stats and long battery life matter a lot when you want a smartwatch that can keep up with workouts and daily wear without costing a fortune. The Amazfit Active Max fits that kind of Read more…
I’ve been slow to warm to the benefits of AI, but that transition is definitely happening. I’m more comfortable using it daily, and I enjoy finding ways to put these new tools to work. If Read more…
It’s not a hyperbole to say that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is one of the most powerful and capable folding phones available in the US this year. With its razor-thin design, outstanding Read more…
TL;DR ESPN appears to have quietly expanded its 4K HDR support to Google TV, following its initial rollout on Apple TV last month. Early Google TV reports suggest the experience still needs work, with users Read more…
TL;DR scrcpy v5.0 brings hardware decoding, which essentially shifts video decoding from the CPU to the GPU, reducing desktop CPU usage by up to 10x, saving power, and potentially lowering input latency. The v5.0 release Read more…
Credit: Thanh Nguyen / Android Authority Building a cost-effective, entry-level smart home is an experiment that should come with careful planning and an emphasis on simplicity. Overengineering can cause frustration, particularly when your devices suddenly Read more…
Google introduced Gems way back in mid-2024, before the agentic AI obsession. Gems were supposed to be AI helpers with a personality and a unique goal. You could have a Gem that helped you cook, Read more…
What is an “SE” product? Most people would say it stands for “special edition”. I am still not quite sure, but in tech, we’ve learned to associate this modifier with products that cost less yet Read more…