Recent Android Update News, Reviews, and more https://gcp-assets-origin-fly.cnet.com/bundles/cnetcss/images/core/logo/cnet_og.png https://www.cnet.com/collections/android-update#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d https://www.cnet.com/collections/android-update#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-galaxy-s25-deals/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3df9f2fc19-c7d5-4a69-9df2-f1649556bcf6Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:16:00 +0000The still-excellent Samsung Galaxy S25 series is probably all you need, especially with these deals.Adrian Marlow https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-pixel-9-deals/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d9df3f754-e1d2-444c-9eb3-7c53ff2a34bbMon, 13 Apr 2026 18:36:00 +0000It might not be the latest phone, but it's still a powerhouse device. Now, you can save up to $800 off.Adrian Marlow https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-reclaim-your-androids-original-speed-in-under-10-minutes/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3da0909c52-cd5e-4dd4-9505-45814f5e3b67Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0000Your Android is capable of a massive speed boost, and it's time you took advantage of it.Nelson Aguilar https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-unlimited-data-plan/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3dd5b3d0e1-a569-40c5-913a-72be198b5a16Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000With an unlimited data phone plan, you can stream your favorite shows, play games and more. We pick our favorites from Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.Jeff Carlson https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsungs-galaxy-z-fold-7-just-got-a-price-hike-9-months-after-its-release/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3da24903dc-92c1-4a91-b5eb-e90dcd3e3f9aFri, 10 Apr 2026 18:08:00 +0000Get ready to pay a little more for some configurations of Samsung's book-style foldable.Abrar Al-Heeti https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/what-does-an-ip68-ipx8-waterproof-rating-actually-mean/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3dcf4e0945-05a9-44f3-bb43-273e3b14b04cWed, 08 Apr 2026 12:01:22 +0000Most iPhones and Android phones have IP ratings these days, but does that make them waterproof? Here's what you should know.Andrew Lanxon https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-deals/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d0f29c4bb-e71b-4a99-81f0-50b6f1f7530aTue, 07 Apr 2026 13:16:00 +0000You can get yourself the Z Fold 6 for as little as $550 if you don't mind a refurbished model.Adrian Marlow https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-phone-plans/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d6d950822-8f56-4234-a9b1-b50590288c63Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:20:00 +0000Is it the season for changing your wireless provider or picking a different phone plan? 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These tips will help you shop better.Andrew Lanxon https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-senior-phone-plans/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3da798b7c3-35e9-4878-85b1-3e3da6088e55Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000Looking to sign yourself or a senior family member up for phone service? Those 55 and older can save money with special phone plans.David Lumb https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-cheap-phone/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3ddf1c9831-ce4b-4e2d-bef7-58fc74d52aecTue, 24 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000Among the many new smartphones we’ve tested, the best cheap phones include the iPhone 17E, the Google Pixel 10A and the Motorola Razr.Mike Sorrentino https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-get-better-phone-signal/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d025c6df7-c530-4bce-97f6-14e981ff0284Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:30:00 +0000Seeing dropped calls a little too often? 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Our favorite Android smartwatches strike the right balance between features and performance.Vanessa Hand Orellana https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-android-vpn/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3d00cef75f-d99f-4440-8d70-bf80fd350ae6Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000Using a VPN on your Android device can help you keep your online activity private, stream geo-restricted content and bypass throttling from anywhere.Attila Tomaschek https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-s26-review/#ftag=CAD-01-10aai3dc313a615-3efa-4919-a30f-e05470d113e7Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:02:00 +0000Samsung's baseline flagship is still a potent phone, but the extra $100 isn't going toward the right upgrades.David Lumb