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OnePlus 12R review: A real flagship killer for $500
A phone that packs all the power you need for the price you want to pay
No smartphone is perfect for everyone. For some, a budget Android phone is all they need to send texts or navigate with Maps. For others, power is everything: the newest processor, the biggest screen, the most impressive camera. Even dating back to its earliest smartphones a decade ago, OnePlus has always done its best to mix the two, making compromises between power, performance, and price to keep the cost lower than its rivals. And though the brand hasn't always stayed true to this promise, lineups like the Nord series have done their best to keep the dream alive.
T-Mobile REVVL 6x Pro review: A not-so-terrible network exclusive for only $230
There are definitely better budget phones out there, but you could worse than this T-Mobile phablet.
T-Mobile has been building out its lineup of carrier-exclusive devices over the last few years, with some notably affordable entries with surprisingly impressive features. The REVVL 6x Pro certainly falls into this category as a sub-$220 smartphone that offers wireless charging, something rarely found on devices in that price range. If you’re on a budget and need an excuse to utilize your new wireless charger, there are worse things than getting locked into T-Mobile’s network.
Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: This is the one to buy
Closer than ever to Samsung's top of the line, the S24+ is worth your attention — and maybe even your money
As someone who follows tech for a living, I'm of two minds about the Samsung Galaxy S24+. On the one hand, it's easy to see it as another iterative hardware update from the leading Android manufacturer, a checkbox upgrade trying its best to capitalize on AI buzz without meaningfully moving the ecosystem forward at a time when Android really needs it.
Nubia Z60 Ultra review: Exciting on paper
The Nubia Z60 Ultra struggles to live up to its impressive hardware
We’ve reviewed numerous phones from Nubia’s gaming sub-brand, Redmagic, which offer unbeatable gaming performance at realistic prices. However, they struggle to compete outside of their gaming niche. The Nubia Z60 Ultra is the company’s attempt to deliver an affordable flagship smartphone, pairing flagship hardware with a mid-range price.
Honor Magic V2 review: I can't believe how thin this is
The Honor Magic V2 is likely the most technologically advanced foldable in the West
The first thing I felt when I held the Honor Magic V2 in my hands was disbelief. It seemed like an impossible device, barely thicker and heavier than a regular phone but still a book-style foldable, with a full separate screen on the inside. Over the next days of reviewing the foldable, that magic washed away just a bit, but I'm still coming away more than impressed. At €2,000, roughly $2,150, that is absolutely the way it has to be.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Still the best, unless you take photos
Without any meaningful changes, Samsung's latest phablet feels like a do-over for last year's smartphone
When you follow the smartphone landscape as closely as we — Android Police writers and readers alike — do, it can be pretty easy to feel cynical about the current state of mobile. Yes, the S24 series is, at first blush, all too similar to its predecessors, but that only matters if you're looking to upgrade every twelve months. Yes, features like AI and a titanium frame can feel like attempts at chasing the buzzword du jour, but if you can actually nail improved hardware and software down, even semi-refreshed hardware can feel invigorating. Just ask Google.
OnePlus 12 review: All flagship, no AI
This phone leaves nothing on the table, making for a truly complete package
Since the OnePlus One release just shy of a decade ago, the company has been supplying Android fans with phones with a primary focus on performance without breaking the bank. Some could argue that it may have strayed from that path with a couple of generations of devices, but it seemed to truly get back on track with the OnePlus 11 from 2023.
Carlinkit AI Box CarPlay Max review: Much more than an Android Auto adapter
This Android-powered car entertainment system might be overkill but it's fun
While automakers are constantly trying to improve their in-car navigation and infotainment systems, they have difficulty matching what the smartphone that's in your pocket can do for you. That's where Android Auto comes in, allowing you to bring all the power of your Android phone to your dashboard — from Google Maps to YouTube Music.
Lofree Flow mechanical keyboard review: Small stature, big thocks
The new benchmark for low-profile mechanical keyboard sound and feel
Mechanical keyboards are the talk of computer peripheral town, and every brand is vying for a piece of the pie. We cut through the noise and filter out the best options available for you on the market, but you may notice the abject lack of choice when you seek a mechanical replacement for your laptop keyboard or products equivalent to the sleek Apple Magic Keyboard and Logitech MX Keys series.
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro review: I'm not sure this is a gaming phone
Asus has changed the ROG Phone formula, and I'm not convinced it's for the better
Asus has been steadily manufacturing the best Android gaming phones for years now. All due to the fact it was making purpose-built devices, bucking trends found in other flagships by offering huge batteries, front-facing speakers, and a large full screen unencumbered by pinholes and notches. As of 2024, this is no longer the case with the ROG Phone 8 Pro launch. Perhaps spurred by the Zenfone's success, Asus has seen fit to change the direction of the ROG Phone, now offering something more in line with your typical flagship.
There’s no such thing as the perfect gaming controller (but there are a few contenders). Besides the fact that hand size runs the gamut from child to Andre the Giant, you also have to consider how you plan on using your controller. If you’re settling in for a few hours, you’ll probably want something wired and ergonomic. On the other hand, if you play on your phone and portability is your biggest concern, you’ll want to go wireless and small. The Lite 2 from 8BitDo falls squarely into the latter category.
Redmagic 9 Pro review: More power than you can use
Nubia scores again with an affordable and powerful gaming phone
Perhaps prompted by Asus teasing the upcoming ROG Phone 8, Nubia has revealed the Redmagic 9 Pro. This gaming phone is Nubia's most powerful device yet, eclipsing the Redmagic 8, one of the best gaming phones of 2023.
Synology DiskStation DS220+ review: A classic NAS still worth buying today
The DS220+ may be showing its age but this two-bay NAS is still one of the best value enclosures.
Synology released the DiskStation DS220+ in 2020, which seems like forever ago. The company launched the Synology DiskStation DS224+ to replace the older DS220+ in 2023, but the only major difference was the processor. The RAM, connectivity, and lack of any M.2 ports are all still present in this newer NAS enclosure, so I thought it would be a good idea to take a look at the Synology DiskStation DS220+ in 2023 to see if it's worth buying (or keeping) as the best NAS.
Anker Solix C1000 review: Portability with impressive power output
With 1800W output and a recharge time of under one hour, you'll have power nearly anywhere you need it
Whenever you search for the best power bank, you will likely find Anker on that list — possibly topping it. So it only seems right that the company would also be a major player on lists of best portable power stations too. If you're unfamiliar with what a portable power station is, think of it like one of those pocketable power banks but bigger, with more power and more ports to charge from.
iPhone 15 Pro Max review: The phone everyone else is choosing
The bubbles might be bluer, but is the grass greener?
I know what you're thinking. Apple, in my Android Police? Who asked for this? But before you leave a comment about how you'd never consider an iPhone over any of the excellent Android phones available today, hear me out. Not only do I think the smartphone market is tighter than ever — in the US, you really only have a handful of OEM choices when considering a new device — but Apple's latest hardware seems bound to convince at least a few Android users to consider a swap, even if most remain entrenched in their ecosystem of choice.
Das Keyboard 5QS review: A few apps short of a winner
It has a lot of potential, but the 5QS falls flat in some areas
I never thought of my RGB keyboard as a potential source of information, but that's precisely what Das Keyboard looks to accomplish with the 5QS by offering all the performance of an excellent mechanical keyboard with the added utility of applets to deliver information at a glance. It's an ambitious idea, and the results are mixed, but I can see plenty of benefits if a few issues are resolved.
Moto Edge (2023) review: It's complicated
The Moto Edge would be a great choice if so many other options weren't available
If I were in a Facebook relationship with the latest Motorola Edge, I already know which status I would choose — It’s complicated. The Edge has a vibrant display, sleek design, and even a decent camera. Still, it’s too easy to talk myself into another situationship with a different phone around its price range. Whether it’s the Google Pixel 7a, the Nothing Phone 2, or even Motorola’s own ThinkPhone on a decent sale, the competition between mid-range phones is fiercer than ever. Despite how good it is, it’s tough to settle on the Motorola Edge.
Ayaneo Pocket Air review: The pinnacle of handheld emulation
This Android gaming console is well worth the price
Ayaneo has steadily built a reputation over the years for high-quality Windows-based consoles that, while pricey, offer exceptional performance in a small package. The Ayaneo Pocket Air is the company's first attempt at building an Android console. While it might not be groundbreaking, it's a fantastic way to enjoy the best native Android games and emulated classics.
While book-style folding phones remain prohibitively expensive, modern flip phones are slowly making their way into the budget phone market. This couldn’t be more true for Tecno’s new flip-style phone, a roughly $600 inexpensive flip foldable that wants to take the best foldables of 2023 head-on. However, the Tecno Phantom V Flip isn’t the only affordable foldable in town anymore, and that paints a very different picture of what to expect from one of these devices. Let’s dive into how Tecno wants to set its Phantom V Flip apart from the competition like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Google Pixel 8 review: The Pixel for the masses
The Pixel 8 doesn't need every feature the 8 Pro offers, it's packing more than enough
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The Google Pixel 8 is here, and it's likely Google's most distinct non-Pro model yet. It’s significantly smaller and lighter than its predecessor, giving it a different touch and feel than the Google Pixel 8 Pro. It also misses some key features compared to its bigger sibling, giving the $300 price gap between the two a lot more meaning than in previous generations.