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The Nexus 6P is a great device, but like any other smartphone or phablet it can start to exhibit strange behavior such as crashing, slowing down or draining the battery too quickly. If other troubleshooting methods have failed, clearing the cache might help. Here’s how to clear the cache on the Nexus 6P.
Nexus 6P vs iPhone 6S comparison
Android 6.0 Marshmallow: key features explained
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The time has come. BlackBerry has sidelined its BlackBerry OS in order to put out its first smartphone that runs Android: the Priv. Is this change of operating system sufficient to get the manufacturer back on track, or will the blend of Blackberry hardware and Android software land it in a jam? We reveal the answers in our BlackBerry Priv review.
BlackBerry Priv vs iPhone 6S comparison
Here’s why the BlackBerry Priv will fail
Update: The Priv is available at Verizon, take a look at our release date and price section for more carrier details.
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Sony has placed a new model at the top of its M class of smartphones, the Sony Xperia M5. It looks very similar to the Xperia Z3+, but is not quite as well-equipped on the inside. Its standout feature is a very promising front-facing camera, but what else is on offer from the phone Sony calls its “super mid-ranger”? Find out in our Sony Xperia M5 review.
Sony Xperia Z5 review
Sony Xperia Z3+ review
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The status of the Sony Xperia Z6 is up in the air. A Sony Country Manager told AndroidPIT at MWC 2016 that the Xperia Z6 has been replaced by the Xperia X Performance, but this statement was quickly retracted. Read the full story at the link or see previous Xperia Z6 coverage below. Based on current information, it seems entirely possible that the Xperia Z line has ceased.
Sony Xperia X review [hands on]
MWC 2016: latest news and highlights
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Verizon is currently rolling out the LG G3 Android Marshmallow update in the US. Find out the latest LG G3 Android update news below in the highlighted section, and keep an eye on the update table below to see how the major carriers are progressing with the update.
LG G3 tips & tricks
Buy Now: LG G3 from Verizon | AT&T | Amazon | T-Mobile
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Xiaomi has solid mid-range smartphones, including the Redmi Note 3, which boasts excellent specifications and impressive performance for its price. Can its counterpart, the Redmi 3 live up to the same standards? Let’s find out in this in-depth Xiaomi Redmi 3 review.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 review
Xiaomi Mi5 price, release date, specs and rumors
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The Moto 360 second generation is a solid improvement over last year’s model. Motorola has given its smartwatch a new processor and a few design tweaks, plus it now comes in two sizes and remains super customizable. After a week of using it, however, I still get the impression that the Moto 360 will spend another year behind the competition. Read our full Moto 360 (2015) review to find out why.
Update: Marshmallow has been confirmed for the Moto 360, find out more details in the software section below.
Best Android smartwatches
Moto 360 (2015) vs Samsung Gear S2 comparison
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I’ve been taking a fresh look at the Samsung Galaxy S6 ahead of the imminent release of the Galaxy S7 (it’s looking good, right?) and have some advice for you: don’t use Samsung’s Smart Manager tool. Not sure what I’m talking about? Read on.
Best Android phones 2016
Samsung Galaxy S6 tips and tricks
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Huawei’s Honor 7 was the price-performance miracle of 2015, and the follow-up, the Honor 5X, is being sold at an even more attractive price. It’s also the company’s first phone to officially launch in the US. In our Honor 5X review, we look at what this new competitor has on the likes of the Moto X Play and Huawei GX8, and whether it belies its low price.
Best Chinese smartphones
Honor 7 review
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The Sony Xperia Z5 is a well-rounded gadget with a top-notch camera and solid battery life, but it’s not without its flaws. If you’re dealing with a faulty Sony Xperia Z5, read on for our best tips on how to solve the smartphone’s most commonly-known problems.
Seven reasons to buy the Sony Xperia Z5
Sony Xperia Z5 review