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Our favorite last-gen Sony headphones are $150 OFF during Best Buy's Back to School sale

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As part of its back-to-school sale, Best Buy has launched a $150 discount on the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones , marking a certified good deal for those who don't mind going last-gen. Despite being older than the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM6 , the WH-1000XM5 headphones include nearly identical hardware, albeit at a substantially lower price and with regular price drops like this. They feature a powerful sound profile with advanced active noise cancellation (ANC), impressively long battery life with fast charging, as well as a range of other features like multi-point connection. The current deal is available for all four of the device's colors, which include Black, Blue, Silver, and Smoky Pink. Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones: $398.00 $248.00 at Best Buy End of summer back-to-school deals are going live left and right, including a $150 discount on these powerful last-gen wireless ...

PSA: RedPocket Mobile lets you choose your own Big Three network — and now it starts at just $10

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TL;DR: RedPocket Mobile is running a deal that drops 50% off your first month of the Plus or Premium plan , or you can sign up for a year of coverage and pay as little as $80.  MVNO deals are hardly uncommon, but using one of these prepaid wireless carriers generally means you're stuck with a single Big Three network. At RedPocket Mobile, however, you get to choose between Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile, ensuring you receive the best possible wireless coverage in your area. For a limited time, the MVNO is running some deals that make their cheap wireless plans even cheaper . Pay monthly and you can get your first month of the popular Plus plan for only $10. If you'd rather pay a bit more for annual coverage, it's also worth mentioning that you can get a full year of the Essentials plan for as little as $80. That shakes out to just over $6 per month!  These are instant discounts at che...

This Android phone maker just built the closest thing to an all-screen phone

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What you need to know Tecno has revealed a new concept phone with a next-generation, truly bezel-less display ahead of its debut at IFA 2026. The concept features a 0mm display border, which fully removes the physical black edge around the smartphone's screen. Tecno says achieving this required advanced internal stacking, structural re-engineering, and new screen-packing techniques. We've all been dreaming about a bezel-less smartphone, and thanks to Tecno's new concept, we may be closer to that dream more than ever. While brands like OPPO, Xiaomi, and Vivo usually grab the headlines, Tecno has quietly been innovating behind the scenes. Last year at IFA , the company showcased its ultra-slim Spark concept, which eventually launched earlier this year as an iPhone Air competitor. Now, ahead of IFA 2026, Tecno is back with another concept, this time focusing on a next-generation bezel-le...

Back to School season is upon us, and this class-ready Lenovo Chromebook is now cheaper than ever with 17% OFF at Amazon

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Cheap Chromebooks often rise to the surface during the year's biggest sales events, and right now, Amazon has sliced 17% off the price of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook , just in time for the new school year. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook was a pleasant surprise for us upon its release, especially because it boasts better-than-expected performance speeds and a nice 1080p touchscreen display. It also sports a slim and lightweight design that users like, and it regularly gets discounts like these. This particular deal is for the blue version of the device, and it also marks the laptop's lowest price ever seen at Amazon to date. All that to say, those who are looking for a performant and affordable Chromebook for school , work, and overall transportability will be hard-pressed to find better options at this price, while battery life feels a lot like the icing on the cake here. ...

I used DJI's Osmo Pocket 4P for a month, and it is now my go-to video camera

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My main phone is the Find X9 Ultra , and my wife is using the Vivo X300 Ultra , so when we go on vacation, we just use our phones to take photos and videos. It's just convenient, and this year's flagships do a magnificent job in this regard. But I generally prefer using a dedicated device to take photos. In the past, that used to be Sony's RX100 cameras, but I wanted something even smaller, and one that took better videos. That's where the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P comes into the picture; I have several friends in the industry who swear by their Osmo Pocket, and I wanted to see how good it is for myself. (Image credit: Apoorva Bhardwaj / Android Central) So ahead of its global launch, I got the Osmo Pocket 4P along with a whole lot of accessories, and I used it extensively while attending a destination wedding in Bali, Indonesia. It didn't take long to understand the usefulness of th...

Samsung's July patch causes problems for Galaxy S24, S25 Ultra, and users have proof

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What you need to know Galaxy S25 Ultra users on Samsung's Community forums report severe battery drain problems after downloading the July patch under normal use. Other S25 Ultra users say their phone is now overheating, alongside this battery drain issue (S24 Ultra users are struggling, too). The Galaxy S25 Plus and Ultra experienced a charging issue last February, which Samsung said it could fix with a software patch. Users aren't having the best time with two of Samsung's past-gen Ultra phones after downloading its current July security update. Galaxy S24 and S25 Ultra users have created threads on Samsung's Community forum about issues they've experienced following the July update (via NotebookCheck ). Users with an S25 Ultra have been hit with a double-whammy, as one report states their device's battery is draining severely while idle. The user says, "I am exper...

Google Pixel 11 vs. Samsung Galaxy S26: Which AI phone should you buy in 2026?

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Google Pixel 11 The next big AI phone The Pixel 11 is expected to take AI to another level, thanks to a new chip and potentially a mysterious new Pixel Glow. However, it could come at a cost, as it's expected to be priced higher than its predecessor. Pros Same iconic design Nice new colors Qi2 wireless charging 2nm Tensor G6 256GB as base storage Gemini Intelligence Cons No more Indigo No major battery changes Outdated GPU May miss out on Pixel Glow Samsung Galaxy S26 ...

Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 10 Pro: Should you bump your Pixel Pro to the newest one when it comes out?

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Google Pixel 11 Pro New sheriff in town Google might have a tough sell on its hands with the Pixel 11 Pro. Allegedly, the upcoming flagship will feature almost identical specs to the Pixel 10 Pro, with some downgrades and brand-new Pixel Glow LED lights embedded in the camera bar. There could also be some upgrades like 256GB base storage and the Tensor G6. Pros Base model finally starts with 256GB Pixel Glow expected to be a fun feature Google's 7-year software update guarantee Dependable cameras, hardware, magnetic Qi2.2, and IP68 rating Upgraded Google Tensor G6 2nm chipset Should support Vulkan leading to gaming performance boost ...

Honor's new era is cinema: major Robot Phone camera details, AiMAGE image engine confirmed

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What you need to know Honor held an Image Technology event in Hengdian, China today (July 28) where it highlighted the camera tech behind the Robot Phone. The phone will feature its in-house AiMAGE imaging engine, alongside a partnership with ARRI to fuel cinematography for "everyday scenarios." The Robot Phone will launch on August 12. Honor is entering a "new era" ahead of its Robot Phone launch. Today (July 28), the company unveiled what its future as an "AI terminal ecosystem company" will look like, beginning with the cinema photography. In Hengdian, China, Honor held its Image Technology Launch event, where it detailed its mobile technologies and how it intends for professionals to use its "cinema workflow." Honor shared that information with us this morning, highlighting its chip-device-cloud imaging engine, AiMAGE, and a partnership with ARRI. Durin...

T-Mobile is giving away the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for free with new deal — here's how to grab yours

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If you've been on the fence about preordering the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, T-Mobile just shared a deal that might encourage you to take the leap.  From now through the wearable's August 7th release date, you can get the Galaxy Watch 9 for FREE when you add a line with T-Mobile's Watch Plan Plus. That's $430 of promo credits over 24 months, no trade-in required and no additional eligibility requirements to worry about — just good old-fashioned savings on a device that's almost certain to rank among the best Android smartwatches of 2026.  Get a FREE Galaxy Watch 9 with this new T-Mobile deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 (LTE) 40mm: $430 FREE with watch line at T-Mobile The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 doesn't officially hit store shelves until August 7th, but you can already preorder the highly-anticipated wearable for free by adding a line with Watch Plan Plus at T-Mobile. The savin...

Google Play services update brings seamless wrist payments and a revamped storefront feed

What you need to know Google's latest System update brings Play services v26.29 and Play Store v52.5 with upgrades for Wallet, Wear OS, Play Games, and content discovery. Play services' latest version adds new Maps and Wear OS APIs for developers alongside unspecified system bug fixes. The Play Store is becoming more engaging, with a smoother Play Games Sidekick dashboard, comic previews in Play Shorts, and smarter travel app recommendations through the updated Engage SDK. Google’s latest Google System update won’t grab headlines for fancy new tricks, but it does bring a handful of changes that could help make everyday Android use just a little bit smoother. The latest rollout brings Play Store v52.5 and Google Play services v26.29 with content discovery improvements, Play Games and Wallet updates, and Wear OS improvements. On the Google Play services side, version 26.29 continues the tr...

EBO Max review: The AI-powered family robot that gets smarter over time (and my cat adores)

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Enabot's cutesy robots on wheels are always fun contraptions, but the most perplexing thing about them is their animal magnetism. Cats can't seem to get enough of them, as witnessed not just by me but by my colleagues as well. I genuinely wonder if Enabot rubs catnip on their robots at the factory level before shipping them out. This is perfect, however, because Enabot's smart family robots are primarily advertised as pet companions, with a secondary focus on family companionship and home surveillance. It's an all-in-one security camera on wheels that monitors your beloved family members, whether two-legged or four. The EBO Max isn't cheap Namerah Saud Fatmi / Android Central Namerah Saud Fatmi / Android Central Enabot launched the EBO Max family bot on March 31, 2026. Priced at $599.99 , it is the second most expensive such robot offered by the brand. You can also buy a EBO M...