Nex Computer NexDock 2 The NexDock 2 is a really nice laptop shell, but it's hard to justify buying one when a Chromebook will do much of what you need at a similar price point. However, the upcoming NexDock Touch will likely fix a lot of this model's issues. Last year, Nex Computers ran a successful Kickstarter campaign for the NexDock 2, a laptop shell primarily designed for use with your smartphone.

Nintendo Switch Pro ControllerThe Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is the gold standard for the system. Not only is it the best controller you can buy for the Switch, but its versatility makes it a terrific controller for many other systems, including Android and Windows. The only real downside to this controller is its price and its lack-of-availability during heavy shopping seasons. However, if you can afford it, it's totally worth it.

Luke Pollack / Android Authority Apple’s tried and tested smartphone formula means we’re gradually closing in on its next iteration — the Apple iPhone 14. Given the rather incremental improvements found between the Apple iPhone 13 and 2020’s models, the suspense is building that Apple may have something more exciting in store for its successor. Let’s look at everything we know about the Apple iPhone 14 and everything that we want to see from the flagship handset.

Modern smartphone cameras can produce stunning imagery. In the right hands, these handsets go head to head with dedicated cameras worth thousands of dollars. Smartphones fall behind in some departments, though. I specifically like the ergonomics, adaptability, and expandability of a real camera. This is where the best smartphone camera grips and rigs come in handy. Grips can improve ergonomics, include physical controls, and even add features to your smartphone camera.

The way we watch TV is evolving. TV subscriptions are no longer entirely necessary. There are now a variety of ways to watch TV right on your mobile devices. That includes a new wave of live TV services. They cost a fraction of what most TV subscriptions cost these days. Those cutting the cable should definitely feel at home here. Here are the best TV apps for Android. PlayStation Vue, a former member of this list, was shut down on January 30th, 2020.

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Google Hangouts and Skype may have fallen behind Zoom throughout the pandemic. However, they still have plenty of users who use the platforms almost every day. The basic premise is the same, but there are many differences between the two services in terms of their features. Which one to choose in the Hangouts vs Skype battle comes down to precisely what you want and need from a messaging service.

Tile Mate (2022)Tile addressed just about all of our previous concerns with the new Mate (2022). It packs better battery life, has an IP67 rating, and comes in a new sleek black model. The loss of a replaceable battery is a sour note, but this is still the best affordable Bluetooth tracker for people that need both Android and iOS support. Table of contents The 2020 edition of the Tile Mate was one of our favorite Bluetooth trackers.

The budget smartphone market has become incredibly competitive over the past year or so thanks to ever-climbing flagship prices. Two of the hottest options on the block right now are the Google Pixel 4a and theOnePlus Nord. The former utilizes software to the fullest to get the most out of its limited hardware, while the latter relies more on specs to get the job done. Two completely different approaches to a mid-range smartphone, but which one comes out on top?

Apple iPhone 12 ProThe iPhone 12 Pro is a fantastic addition to Apple's ecosystem of devices. While the iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max will also likely tempt buyers at either end of the price spectrum, the iPhone 12 Pro is a great "default" device for fans of iOS. Table of contents Each year’s iPhone launch is a pretty huge event in the tech space. Apple attracts a larger overall audience than nearly any Android manufacturer, mostly due to its widespread appeal and the sheer pull it has on the industry.

Asus VivoBook Flip 14 (2021)The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 (2021) is a 2-in-1 laptop that looks great on paper but comes with a display that fails to impress. It has solid performance and great battery life, but also quite a few design issues that make it a tough recommendation. Table of contents The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 is a bit of an odd man out in the VivoBook lineup. It’s a premium offering in a lineup full of low-key-looking home and office laptops.