5 phones to consider before you buy

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority The Google Pixel 6 series is here! The standard model looks like a very reasonably priced flagship device, while the Pixel 6 Pro brings plenty of premium features to the table. Looking for something a little different or just wondering what else is out there? You’re in luck, as this is our rundown of the best Google Pixel 6 alternatives. The best Google Pixel 6 alternatives 1.

6 problems with the Moto X Play and how to fix them

Along with their latest flagship offering, Motorola also launched a more affordable mid-range device, called the Moto X Play. While the competition at this price range is quite intense, the Moto X Play has its advantages over its competitors courtesy of a great camera, which has been retained from its flagship counterpart, along with the availability of Moto Maker, giving users a lot of customization options to really make the device their own.

A tiny tablet with mighty hardware

Microsoft Surface Go 2The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is a fantastic little Windows tablet for entertainment and light workloads. The setup can become quite pricey once you throw in Microsoft's accessories, but it's still an attractive and affordable entry point into the Surface line-up. The Surface Go 2 is Microsoft’s second-generation entry-level tablet, boasting Surface-level quality without the typically hefty price tag. But don’t let that fool you; Microsoft’s more affordable tablet still offers plenty of hardware to satisfy the more demanding tablet user.

Boost Mobile buyer's guide: Pricing, plans, and more

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Boost Mobile was Sprint’s top MVNO in the years before the T-Mobile merger. Now, it’s become the flagship member of Dish Network’s mobile service. However, it’s still Boost at heart and definitely worth your money. If you have a long list of carrier-based questions, this handy guide should help put your mind at ease. See also: The best Boost Mobile deals Like most MVNOs, Boost doesn’t go for post-paid service, but we’ll walk you through all of your pre-paid options.

Everything you need to know

The coronavirus outbreak of 2020 has caused tons of changes in everyone’s lives. That definitely includes the movie industry. Film studios were forced to push back nearly all of their planned films starting in mid-March 2020 as theaters shut down worldwide. A few of those movies found their way to digital film stores and streaming services over the spring and summer. However, the vast majority are still heading to theaters eventually.

Gear Fit 2 vs Gear Fit: what’s the difference?

The Gear Fit 2 looks arguably better than its predecessor from two years ago, but is it worth spending money to upgrade? Samsung wants to help you make up your mind with a handy infographic that lists the main differences between the Gear Fit 2 and Gear Fit. The biggest difference is probably in the processing department. The original Gear Fit was incredibly basic for a modern smart device, with 8MB of RAM, 16MB of storage, and a single-core 180MHz processor.

Here's how to find phone files on a PC with an Android smartphone

Sometimes you may want to see, or even transfer, files on your smartphone to your Windows PC. However, sometimes when you connect your phone, via a USB cable, to your PC, the computer doesn’t show that there are any files on your phone. If this has happened to you, there’s a possible solution that may fix this common issue. Here’s what you can do to find phone files on a PC.

How to take a screenshot on Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL

The Google Pixel 3a and Google Pixel 3a XL smartphones are the latest handsets from the makers of Android, and the first in a while to be priced in the mid-range of devices. If you need to take a screenshot of what’s currently on the display of either phone, the good news is that there are a couple of methods to choose from. Here’s how to take a screenshot on the Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL.

How to transfer files to Windows 10 PCs with the Your Phone app

Microsoft’s Your Phone app is perhaps one of the most useful ones out there for people who use Android phones and Windows PCs. The app allows users to seamlessly access notifications, reply to text messages, as well as make and receive calls on their PCs. Now, you can take the feature even further provided that you have a Samsung device or the Surface Duo. You can now drag and drop files from your Samsung phone and Surface Duo to your Windows 10 PC, without having to hook up any wires.

Realme 7 Pro review: One step forward, two steps back

Realme Realme 7 ProThe Realme 7 Pro is an iterative step forward that drops the versatile camera setup from the Realme 6 Pro but adds blazing fast 65W charging to the mix. Add to it a large 4,500mAh battery and a performant Snapdragon 720G chipset and you've got a well balanced smartphone. Unfortunately, the bloatware and ad-ridden interface takes away from the user experience. Table of contents Realme’s rapid cycle of iteration means that you can expect a new mid-range flagship every few months.