OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra with hacking risks in check OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra is here, and its cyber skills are raising serious safety questions. Android Central · Sep 3
Stay frosty: UGREEN's MagFlow lineup keeps things cool with speedy Qi2 25W charging UGREEN just dropped a wireless MagFlow charging lineup that's all about fast charges and cool vibes. Android Central · Sep 3
UGREEN's new local AI NAS is the most well-thought-out smart home product I've ever used UGREEN's new smart home products get your data off the cloud without foregoing intelligent smart home control and media curation. Android Central · Sep 3
Qualcomm invests in Ultrahuman's future of human computing for our health Ultrahuman receives major $70 million investments from Qualcomm Ventures and more to facilitate the future of health-focused human computing power. Android Central · Sep 3
Surprise: IFA 2026 brings us the Wear OS-powered Moto Watch Ultra with Polar fitness integration IFA 2026 surprises us with a good-looking Moto Watch Ultra that boasts a continued Polar partnership for fitness lovers. Android Central · Sep 3
Treat yourself: Motorola's Brilliant Collection expands with a sparkling Razr 2026 Swarovski Edition Motorola dazzles this midweek with a Swarovski Crystal Edition Razr 2026, and it makes the phone resemble stars in the night sky. Android Central · Sep 3
Apple iPhone Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: It could just come down to one thing The iPhone Ultra is set to debut soon, and the foldable will bring mainstream attention to this category in a way that Android phones haven't done so until now. Android Central · Sep 3
Xiaomi makes a huge splash at IFA, shows off upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 competitor and futuristic AI capabilities Xiaomi is showing off its upcoming wide foldable at IFA 2026, but it also wants you to know how serious it is about connecting all your devices through AI. Android Central · Sep 3
Here's how Samsung is safeguarding silicon batteries in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra Samsung isn't just adding a silicon-carbon material to the anode — it redesigned the battery architecture. Android Central · Sep 3
Qualcomm's Adreno 'Neural Fusion' GPU will lean on AI to upgrade phone gaming Qualcomm's Adreno 'Neural Fusion' GPU could be the exact graphical boom for gaming on phones that I've been waiting for, but let's not get ahead of ourselves. Android Central · Sep 2
Lumus, Quanta reach licensing agreement for next-gen waveguides for AR glasses that may turn the tide Lumus expands Quanta partnership for a wave of next-gen waveguides for AR glasses that are serious about a thinner, lighter, more accessible future. Android Central · Sep 1
Google Messages just became a lot more fun with new chat themes, but it could learn a thing or two from Apple Messages Google Messages is finally letting you spice up chats with themes, but the new feature doesn't go far enough. Android Central · Sep 1
No tracker tag? Gemini can now store item locations right in Find Hub Gemini will soon be able to remember where you stashed tagless essentials like passports using quick voice notes and photo tags in Find Hub. Android Central · Sep 1
Google adds shared Keep notes and custom themes to Messages Google's September Android Drop lets you edit shared Keep notes and set custom themes right in Google Messages. Android Central · Sep 1
Android Central · Sep 1 Android Drop: Google's Motion Assist and Guided Vision are two features I'm ready for on Android Google's September Android Drop looks to help users suffering from motion sickness in cars, and there's a "Guided Vision" Accessibility feature on the way.
Android Central · Sep 1 I can't believe how good Razer's tiny new mobile controller is I've been using the Razer Prio for the past week, and it's changed my opinion on small controllers.
Android Central · Sep 1 I tested the POCO F9 Ultra, and it is the value flagship I'd buy in 2026 POCO just launched the F9 Ultra, and after using it for a week, I'm convinced that it is one of the best value flagships of 2026.
Android Central · Sep 1 Google raises prices on the TV Streamer and Nest cameras effective today Google just hiked prices on the TV Streamer, Nest cameras, and doorbells, making older hardware up to $50 pricier.
Android Central · Sep 1 Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 is shaping up to be Google’s best beta yet Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 brings a smoother Pixel experience, fixes plenty of bugs, boosts scam protection, and gets Google one step closer to the stable release.
Android Central · Aug 31 Is it AI? Instagram gets crystal clear with a reworked AI-generated profile label No more guesswork. Instagram is getting crystal clear about AI-generated content with a new label users must adhere to, or face the consequences.
Android Central · Aug 31 Not good: Google's Video Boost offers nothing but static for Pixel 11 Pro users The Pixel 11 Pro launch is marred by emerging audio static issues when recording videos with "Video Boost" enabled.
Android Central · Aug 31 Samsung might ditch Galaxy S27 Ultra's 3x and 5x cameras for an all-new zoom sensor Samsung could replace two S27 Ultra zoom cameras with just one new lens.
Android Central · Aug 31 Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of any phone — I still wouldn't use it The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a 9,210mAh battery, and it lasts two and a half days between charges. However, it has considerable downgrades in other areas.
Android Central · Aug 30 The Google Pixel Watch 5 is a good smartwatch that really doesn't want me to touch it, but I'm still waiting for its best new features The Pixel Watch 5 is probably the best Android smartwatch you can buy right now, but it's still missing a few features that would make it worth buying over its predecessor.
Android Central · Aug 29 I tested the Google Pixel 11, and it's a fun blend of social media and AI magic The Pixel 11 builds on the magic of the Pixel 10, and even if it's missing some Pro features like HiLight, it gets you much of the same fun and useful AI and social media features for hundreds less than what you'd pay for a Pixel 11 Pro.