the spiritual successor to the Nexus

Update – January: Since this review was posted, the successor to the OnePlus 6, the OnePlus 6T, has been released. The OnePlus 6 is still a great buy if you can find it, especially if you prefer rear mounted fingerprint scanners and don’t want to live without the headphone jack.  Original story: Move over OnePlus 5T, the OnePlus 6 has arrived. The latest iteration of the OnePlus family brings us an all-new design on the outside, and more of what we already love on the inside.

Unisoc processor guide: Here's what you need to know

Qualcomm, MediaTek, Samsung and Huawei might rule the mobile processor roost, but that doesn’t mean they’re the only players in town. In the past few years, we’ve also seen another player emerge in the form of China’s Unisoc, mainly gaining ground in the entry-level sector. Unisoc (formerly Spreadtrum), founded in 2001, is slowly making waves thanks to deals with players like Nokia, Realme, and ZTE. In fact, Unisoc’s most high-profile customer in recent years is Samsung, so there’s a small chance you’ve used a device powered by this brand before.

A budget fitness watch with a lot to offer

Huami Amazfit GTS 2 MiniThe Amazfit GTS 2 Mini is a good starter fitness watch that could become even better with future software updates. If your budget is strict and cannot exceed $100, by all means, go for it. Table of contents Huami has been consistently making affordable fitness trackers that are now counted in the same breath as the Fitbits and Garmins of the world. The Chinese firm updated its most popular GTS and GTR smartwatches late last year and added more models to the lineup, targeting buyers with different budgets.

A buyer's guide to the best options out there

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority A good charger is one piece of the puzzle as far as charging your phone is concerned. A shoddy cable can easily ruin your experience, or worse, harm your smartphone. Picking the right cable also takes more than simply making sure that it plugs into your phone and charger. In fact, you’ll find plenty of cables that look the same but might not work at all.

BlackBerry Key2 cases — here are the 10 best ones available

So you bought yourself a BlackBerry Key2. Now it’s time to get a case that will protect your expensive smartphone from bumps and bruises. Here’s a list of the best BlackBerry Key2 cases you can get your hands on right now. All black leather walletThis is an official BlackBerry Key2 case made by TCL Communication. It’s manufactured from textured leather and has a microfiber lining for added protection. The wallet case protects the back as well as the front of your device and sports two credit card slots inside.

How to build a custom launcher in Android Studio - Part One

When it comes to Android customization, the launcher is the holy grail. How might you go about creating your own Android launcher? Read this post — and the upcoming part two — that’s how! The game plan Creating an Android launcher is obviously a rather in-depth project with a lot of factors. It is almost always running, so it needs to be as perfectly bug-free as possible. No pressure! It would be too large an undertaking to do a completely start-to-finish tutorial here.

How to download and install ShowBox on Android

10 best video streaming apps and services for Android Apps ShowBox is a popular third-party media streaming and downloading app for Android. It’s currently not available to download directly from the Google Play Store. To download and install ShowBox on your Android smartphone, you’ll need to change a few settings on your device. It’s pretty easy to get your phone ready to download and install ShowBox for Android, so let’s dive in.

How to optimize your Android smartphone and get the best performance

Since the beginning, one of the core tenets of Google’s mobile operating system has been its versatility. Android offers a diverse range of features and a level of personalization that lets you truly make an Android phone your own. But despite its power, Android isn’t without its pitfalls. In fact, it has one weakness that’s particularly pertinent: As an operating system, Android tends to have very poor resource management.

How to take a gym and level it up in Pokemon Go!

One of the central mechanics in Pokemon Go is the ability to take and control Gyms. Once you pick a team, you’ll immediately start competing with the other two teams for the Gyms in your general area. There are two ways to interact with Gyms. The first is to capture it from an opposing team. The second is to level it up to make it harder for opposing players to take down.

How to use Google Assistant through your headphones

Google Assistant can perform a wide array of tasks, including reading notifications, answering questions, and reciting recipes. If you’ve never used Google Assistant through your headphones, consider this your guide on all you need to know to get started. We’ll cover the differences between headphones with Assistant support and full integration, how to pair your headphones, popular commands, and round it off with a list of recommended Google Assistant headphones.