Generative AI development is incredibly fast-paced. Just a few months after Google first announced its next-generation Gemini model, the company recently went public with the next version of its generative model, Gemini 1.5. Just as all eyes are focused on Gemini and its big GPT competition from OpenAI, Google has announced yet another AI advancement. The company has revealed Gemma, its new family of open models developed by DeepMind and other divisions.

Part of what makes Android such a great option for smartphone users is the sheer number of choices to pick from. Of course, in the United States, there are far fewer options than in other parts of the world. But choices remain. Regardless of your budget or phone needs, there is a device that can check those boxes. That's not even accounting for the folding phones, of which there are options in both brand and form factor.

OnePlus phones have long been a favorite among Android enthusiasts thanks to their flagship specs at affordable prices. While we struggled to recommend the OnePlus 9 and 10, the company has recently begun to offer fantastic value phones again, starting with the OnePlus 11.

When using a Windows-based laptop or desktop PC, you can manage most of your workflow through web apps from your favorite services. Web apps may not always be as feature-filled as the ones from your smartphone, but you don't have to use the Microsoft Store to download Windows apps. Regarding Windows 11, you can download and install Android smartphone apps onto your device. You'll have the same app experience from your phone but on your Windows-based PC, easily accessible from your Start menu or taskbar.

Sony is known for making some of the best noise-cancelling headphones on the market, with the class-leading Sony WH-1000XM5 being merely the latest in a long lineup of perennial favorites. However, those are far from the only over-ear cans the company makes; it may surprise you to learn that Sony has a broad headphone lineup, with something for every budget. Keeping with Sony's audio reputation, its entire headphone collection delivers impressive sound quality for each price point, plus a comfortable and lightweight fit and class-leading battery life.

I've used ChromeOS off and on since the beginning. Heck, before ChromeOS, I was playing with netbooks that ran Windows and Linux. I've loved cheap laptops for as long as I can remember, trying to eke what I can out of affordable and readily available tech. While I work primarily at a desktop these days (we all need a command center, don't we), after a long absence, I've also picked up a couple of Chromebooks to get lighter work done, with an emphasis on lighter.

In-flight entertainment systems are a lifesaver for long flights, but many don't support Bluetooth connectivity. Most Android phones and iPhones don't have 3.5mm audio jacks, so you may not own earbuds or headphones with a wired connection. If you want to block out external noise on your flight while watching a movie, there are a few ways to connect to your plane's seatback entertainment system.

Google’s hardware products are routinely plagued by issues, so much so that some of our team members won’t unequivocally recommend Pixel phones anymore. The problems are nothing new, and the company had to deal with multiple class action lawsuits over the years, started and joined by customers disgruntled with the quality of their hardware. There is now a new class action lawsuit in town, alleging Google knowingly sold overheating Pixel 6 Pro units.

The OnePlus 12 is one of the best Android smartphones today, offering a true flagship performance, a stunning display, fast wired and wireless charging, and a beautiful camera setup developed in partnership with Hasselblad.

Messaging is one of the most used forms of communication in the world. In the US, texting through your carrier is the most used form of messaging. Since texting is used for so much communication, you may need to print some text messages from a pleasant conversation you want to remember or if you need to use text messages as evidence in a court case. There isn't a built-in feature to print text messages on your affordable Android phone, but you can use a workaround to print images of your texts.