Luke Pollack / Android Authority High refresh rate phones have been available since 2017’s Razer Phone, but we really saw this tech take off in 2019. Fast-forward to 2021 and it’s pretty rare to see flagship phones without this tech. Even mid-rangers like the Redmi Note 10 Pro and OnePlus Nord series offer this option. Got a phone with a high refresh rate screen? Well, we want to know whether you have a high refresh rate enabled or if you’ve turned it off in favor of the standard 60Hz rate.

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a ton of different devices kicking around your house. In my case, most of these are intended to improve productivity in some way – to help me work faster and more efficiently. But there comes a point of diminishing returns. While each device on its own might be useful, having too many can actually lead to overload and make it harder to keep track of everything.

EA’s SimCity BuildIt has been on Android for about a month now, but only to a small subset of users. The game debuted on Android in Canada in November, but now it’s finally made its way to the Play Store for all to play. Just like its popular PC counterpart, the aim of the game is to build a city residents will be proud of, and it’s your job to overcome everyday obstacles that come with building a city, like traffic jams, pollution, and fires.

The S8 Plus offers similar size and specs to the Note 8, but at a much lower asking price. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 isn’t even out yet, but T-Mobile is wasting no time in launching a new promotional offer for the upcoming flagship smartphone. The carrier has announced a new “Buy one, get one free” offer for the Note 8. You can also have the option to get a free Galaxy S8 or S8 Plus if you pre-order the Note 8 from T-Mobile as well.

Eric Zeman / Android Authority The Chromebook market is growing like a weed, but it hasn’t made it easier to track down the latest and greatest models. The newest devices are often beneficial as you know that they’ll serve you for years to come. You’ll want to consider the specs you need as well as how much you want to spend. Here are the best new Chrome OS computers you can buy.

Eric Zeman / Android Authority The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a beautifully designed, if familiar, phone. Why not add some sleek protection to this stylish phone to make it look even better? Leather cases are a great way to do so. Here are some of the best Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leather cases you can buy right now. See also: Phone case buyer’s guide | Mobile accessories Otterbox Strada

Tinder is one of the most popular hookup apps on mobile. It works easily enough. You log in, see a bunch of profiles in your area, and swipe to match with the ones you like. It’s also popular, widely available, and everybody knows about it. However, Tinder isn’t perfect and you may have a dry spell after using it long enough. Freshen up your odds with the best Tinder alternatives for Android.

We earlier featured White Pages’ Current Caller ID Android app as a great way for smartphone users to see context before they answer a call. Current Caller ID shows you a caller’s latest social streams, so you know what they’ve been up to, which can make for an interesting conversation piece. The app also gives you statistics on your usage, including most frequent callers and SMS correspondents. WhitePages has released its app on Android, mainly as a locator app for finding friends and establishments using your smartphone’s location services.

The Korean manufacturer is discounting its Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 family by $200 off the launch price on Samsung.com, B&H Photo, and Amazon. Better yet, you’re also getting a free pair of Galaxy Buds with most of these models — with the exception of the Galaxy S10e. In other words, you can get a Galaxy S10 series phone for as low as $549 if you opt for this deal.

Amazon Echo Show 8The Echo Show 8 is an excellent smart display for those invested in the Amazon device ecosystem. Despite the improved responsiveness, the display feels underutilized by the unintuitive and occasionally buggy software. Overall, though, the Echo Show 8 is a good smart display for anyone in want of one, but not a must-have purchase. The list of the best Alexa-compatible smart displays is pretty short, with the Echo Show 8 line consistently being one of the best bang for your buck options.