16+ min ago (1103+ words) I've run more miles in 2025 than ever before, using these gadgets to stay in the zone and fight off injury. One reason I love running is that it's not an expensive sport. You buy a few dependable things and make them last. I've worn one pair of Brooks running shoes for 700+ miles in 2025, my shirts come from races I ran years ago, and my Nordstrom Rack sock packs have survived for a decade. That said, running that many miles is easier when you have certain tech and tools to support you! I regularly review fitness watches from Garmin, Google, COROS, and others, and I've spent Black Friday covering the best wearable tech deals available, including this Garmin Cyber Monday watch deal guide. Whether you're buying things for yourself or the runner in your life, these are the Cyber Monday running…...

32+ min ago (321+ words) Can't keep up with the soaring popularity. Google has stealthily slashed access limits for its popular Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro tools, adjusting free-tier users' daily prompts amid soaring demand, leaving many to navigate new restrictions without prior warning in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Since its debut, Gemini 3 Pro used to let you make five prompts a day, but now Google only promises "basic access," meaning the limits can change based on demand. Nano Banana Pro also cut the number of free image creations from three to two per day. Google didn't make a big announcement about these changes; they just showed up on the updated support page, first noticed by 9to5Google. More people are using Gemini 3 Pro than Google probably expected. The model offers better reasoning, more features, and clearer visuals thanks to Nano Banana Pro's improved rendering…...

34+ min ago (445+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - T-Mobile is extending the length of its installment plans to 36 months for select devices. - Smartwatches and tablets can only be purchased upfront in full or through three-year installment plans. - For now, smartphones are still sold via 24-month installment plans. A key perk of buying a phone, watch, or tablet…...

34+ min ago (445+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - T-Mobile is extending the length of its installment plans to 36 months for select devices. - Smartwatches and tablets can only be purchased upfront in full or through three-year installment plans. - For now, smartphones are still sold via 24-month installment plans. A key perk of buying a phone, watch, or tablet…...

43+ min ago (236+ words) New look, who this? As Samsung prepares for the anticipated release of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, whispers of a striking blackout design emerge from industry insiders, hinting at an innovative take on aesthetics that could redefine flagship smartphone styling for 2026. The tipster states, "This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra black version features a black frame." However, it seems consumers might be in for a slight visual anomaly if this happens. The post on X states, "overall visual bezel is inevitably wider," because of the black edges around the display. The bezels are the black border around a display, a distinct marker that separates the display from its edges. If that and the frame is black, it might give the illusion that the S26 Ultr has massive bezels, when that (might not) be the case. This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra black version features a…...

43+ min ago (236+ words) New look, who this? As Samsung prepares for the anticipated release of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, whispers of a striking blackout design emerge from industry insiders, hinting at an innovative take on aesthetics that could redefine flagship smartphone styling for 2026. The tipster states, "This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra black version features a black frame." However, it seems consumers might be in for a slight visual anomaly if this happens. The post on X states, "overall visual bezel is inevitably wider," because of the black edges around the display. The bezels are the black border around a display, a distinct marker that separates the display from its edges. If that and the frame is black, it might give the illusion that the S26 Ultr has massive bezels, when that (might not) be the case. This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra black version features a…...

1+ hour, 41+ min ago (575+ words) The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is just $19 for Cyber Monday Black Friday is over, but with Cyber Monday just hours away, the streaming deals are getting better and better. Those looking for a cheap way to watch their favorite streaming services will be stoked to learn that you can get 52% off the Roku Streaming Stick Plus at Amazon, bringing the device down to just $19 from its normal purchase price of $40. The Roku Streaming Stick Plus offers 4K resolution streaming on apps such as Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more, all simply by plugging the receiver into your TV's HDMI port. It also gives users access to over 500 different free live TV channels, ranging from news and weather coverage to sports and more. The included remote control features basic playback controls, voice command capabilities, and preset navigation buttons for…...

1+ hour, 51+ min ago (566+ words) Things designed for each other. One of the web's longest-running tech columns, Android & Chill is your Saturday discussion of Android, Google, and all things tech. We're in the midst of the biggest deals of the year, and that means it's the right time to buy your tech gadgets and save a bunch of cash. Smart shopping saves you money, but it's also a way to build your own kit of gear that "just works." You don't have to use the same brand for everything, but you might want to. We all know that you can use any phone, any laptop, any tablet, and so on, and things can work together to make life a little bit easier. But there's often a benefit to buying products from the same company. Some, like Apple's products, have features that only work with other…...

2+ hour, 34+ min ago (578+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - A new leak suggests the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold could cost around $2,500 in the U.S. - The latest pricing outlook for the Galaxy Z TriFold is more optimistic, as earlier estimates put the upcoming foldable at $3,000 or beyond. - The leak is related to an "internal sales channel announcement," but precise details…...

2+ hour, 40+ min ago (404+ words) After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child." We have seen a ton of Black Friday and Cyber Monday Chromebook deals over the past few days, but many folks may be wondering what they can do to maximize their laptop experience before the sales wrap up. Well, you're in luck: a ton of the most essential Chromebook accessories on the market are still seeing outstanding discounts as we approach the end of the sales, and I've…...