Synthetic benchmark tests rarely prove how well a smartphone performs in real-world use, especially because most phone manufacturers have been caught tampering with results. Huawei, Samsung, OnePlus, and others have implemented software tweaks that speed up their devices while benchmarks are being executed. You can now add Oppo to that list, according to UL Benchmark (the maker of 3DMark and other popular testing software).
Read More[Deal Alert] Unlocked LG V40 ThinQ up for pre-order for $750 ($200 off) with free 256GB microSD card at B&H
In spite of having less name recognition than competitors like Google, Samsung, and Apple, LG is bold enough to ask $949.99 for its V40 ThinQ. The V40 is the best phone LG's ever made, but as we said in our review, that's not quite enough. Luckily, B&H is slashing $200 off, bringing the price down to a much more palatable $749.99, and it's also throwing in a free 256GB SanDisk microSD card and a second year of warranty.
Read MorePixel 3's 'gesture' navigation and new multitasking UI can be disabled — but it'll cost you the Pixel Launcher
Google decided to change things up when it came to navigating around Android, starting with Pie. Although the new "gesture" system was an optional change for updated devices, it's a mandatory part of the Pixel 3 experience. Thankfully for those that dislike Google's forced change to navigation — which has none of the space-saving advantages of iOS' gesture system — the folks at XDA have already figured out how to disable it, but you'll have to give up the Pixel Launcher.
Read MorePixel 3 has already been rooted via Magisk
Magisk developer topjohnwu is nothing if not prolific. A mere two days after the Pixel 3's formal launch (and just a day after receiving his own phone), he's already achieved root via Magisk on Google's latest flagship. Those hoping for root on their own Pixel 3s probably won't have much longer to wait for a stable release.
Read MorePixel 3 could have a memory management issue that kills background apps
Google's recent batch of Pixels aren't without their issues, and as more phones get in consumer's hands, new reports of problems surface. The latest controversy stems from the Pixel 3's apparent inability to shuffle more than a few apps at a time. In fact, taking a photo is apparently enough to kill Spotify if it's playing music in the background, and in our own tests cycling more than 3-4 apps can force some out of memory. Maybe 4GB of RAM wasn't enough for a flagship phone in 2018 after all, Google?
Read MoreThe RED Hydrogen One is an act of will given physical form — but will you share its creator's dream?
This past week in New York City, Red founder Jim Jannard stood before a huddled crowd of tech journalists, passionately making the case for his dream phone: the Hydrogen One. It's a big, heavy phone that looks little like the sleek handsets that dominate today's sales, built with a totally different set of priorities than we're used to seeing from mainstream OEMs. At a time when even Motorola looks like it's losing passion for modular hardware, Jannard and the Hydrogen One are eager to embrace it. And while we thought 3D screens on phones had died over half a decade ago, Jannard and his baby sure want to convince us there's life in them yet.
Read MoreASUS announces its first 15-inch Chromebook, the C523
There aren't many Chromebooks larger than 13 inches across, with the current leader being the Acer Chromebook 15. There will soon be at least one more option, because Asus just revealed its first 15-inch Chromebook — the C523.
Read MoreAlexa's Whisper Mode is now available, but you have to turn it on
One of my few remaining complaints with my Google Home is that it responds to questions at whatever the current volume is. If I was listening to loud music earlier in the day and forgot to turn down the volume later, my request to turn off the room lights results in "OKAY, TURNING OFF THE BEDROOM LIGHTS" being blasted. This is no longer a problem for Alexa owners at least, with the new 'Whisper Mode' feature.
Read MoreThe Best Of AP
13 new and notable Android apps from the last week including Three.do, Fog of World, and crabhands (10/13/18 - 10/20/18)
Welcome to the roundup of the best new Android applications that went live in the Play Store or were spotted by us in the previous week or so. This week we have a new task and note-taking app that's designed for ease of use, a unique travel app designed to incentivize exploring new places, and an app that makes it easy to know when your favorite bands are in town. So without further ado, here are the most notable Android apps released in the last week.
Read More[Update: Listing removed] Dead Cells is coming to Android, and you can pre-register right now
Hey, look at this, the Metroidvania indie hit Dead Cells is coming to Android. The listing just popped up on the Play Store a few minutes ago, and it's currently available for pre-registration. I can't promise that the publisher Playdigious didn't jump the gun a little early, so make sure to check this out while you can.
Read MoreLatest Deals
-
9
[Deal Alert] Unlocked LG V40 ThinQ up for pre-order for $750 ($200 off) with free 256GB microSD card at B&H
-
5
[Deal Alert] Get a Nest Hello doorbell and Google Home Mini for $199 ($79 off)
-
3
26 temporarily free and 55 on-sale apps and games to finish the week
-
9
[Deal Alert] AUKEY's new 46W USB-C PD charger is $41.60 ($15 off) with coupon code on Amazon
-
4
[Deal Alert] The Arlo Baby smart baby monitor is down to $160 ($40 off)
-
9
Latest Poll
Loading ...Recent Reviews
-
11
ASUS Chromebook 12 C223NA review: A step backwards
-
112
Pixel Stand review: A cool but tragically overpriced wireless charger
-
361
Pixel 3 and 3 XL review: Come for the camera, stay for everything else
-
9
Nimble portable/wireless chargers review: Eco-friendly designs, but high prices for such low specs
-
177
LG V40 review: The best LG's ever built still isn't quite enough
-
11
Latest Roundups
-
2
13 new and notable Android apps from the last week including Three.do, Fog of World, and crabhands (10/13/18 - 10/20/18)
-
2
[Bonus Round] Turbo Chase, Wave Bird, Heart Attacks, PAKO Forever, Stick Sprint, and Town of Salem - The Coven
-
9
20 best new Android games released this week including FIFA Soccer: Gameplay Beta, Piffle, and Badland Brawl
-
0
15 new and notable Android apps from the last week including Dig, Adaptive Brightness Tile, and DIY projects (10/6/18 - 10/13/18)
-
9
[Bonus Round] Skyward Journey, Allan Poe’s Nightmare, ELOH, Laser Mazer AR/VR, Zentris, Pixel Puzzle Collection, and Glory Ages - Samurais
-
2
Recent Apps and Games
-
2
13 new and notable Android apps from the last week including Three.do, Fog of World, and crabhands (10/13/18 - 10/20/18)
-
20
[Update: Listing removed] Dead Cells is coming to Android, and you can pre-register right now
-
28
[Update: Official new languages + floating keyboard is live] Gboard v7.6 Beta adds a floating keyboard, but it might still be in testing [APK Teardown]
-
7
Google app v8.33 beta gets closer to opening up notes and lists, prepares personalized news and home screen settings, and more [APK Teardown]
-
17
Twitter is testing a UI change for retweet and 'more' menus on tweets
-
2
Blast from the Past
-
14
1 Year Ago Today
The 'Made for Google' site is up with links to recommended accessories
-
332
2 Years Ago Today
The 5 best things about the Google Pixel and Pixel XL
-
13
3 Years Ago Today
Google Design Gives An Inside Look At Carl Kleiner's Paperscapes (Plus Two New Wallpapers)
-
391
4 Years Ago Today
Check Out Gmail 5.0 For Android And Google's Plan To Handle All Your Email Accounts In One App
-
10
5 Years Ago Today
[New Game] Namco Takes Air Combat Intergalactic With Sky Gamblers: Air Supremacy
-
13
6 Years Ago Today
[The Android Police Podcast] Episode 32: My Calendar's Better Than Yours
-
96
7 Years Ago Today
How Bad Is Sprint's 3G Network Post-iPhone Launch? 45 Pages Of Complaints Bad
-
31
8 Years Ago Today
[Updated] Winamp For Android Arrives To The Android Market, Features Lockscreen Widget (!), Whips Llama's Ass [Hands-On]
-
14
