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Victor Hristov - Review Content Lead

Victor Hristov - Review Content Lead
victor.h@phonearena.com
Victor has always enjoyed putting words to paper. As a teenager, he went to video game clubs at 6 in the morning, but instead of playing Starcraft, he would immerse himself in phone reviews back in the day when phones still had buttons instead of touchscreens.

Victor has a BA in Russian Language & Literature from Sofia University, and he continued his studies in automated translation systems (like Google Translate). He then had a gig at TransPerfect, one of the biggest translation companies in the world, and another one, writing business articles. He traveled the world for a while, but nothing quite fulfilled his passion for technology, until he stumbled upon a job opening at PhoneArena. He eagerly joined the company in 2010 to write about mobile tech, one of his passions and personal obsessions.

Here, Victor has taken joy to explore mobile photography in greater depths and has become one of the hosts of our YouTube channel. Throughout the years, he has reviewed hundreds of smartphones, and has extensive knowledge of both the Android and iOS ecosystems. His current focus is on smartphone cameras and battery life, and he has become increasingly curious about the way that smartphones have changed our lives and have grown into a world-wide obsession. He usually has a bunch of phones lying around his desk, changing his daily driver every week or so.

You can always email him at victor.h@phonearena.com with questions and thoughts you have about phones.

Victor also has a personal passion for sports and outdoor activities. He grew up playing basketball, but more recently he’s found a passion for social latin dance and is constantly trying various other sports and activities, and is always up for a good fitness challenge. He shares his personal fitness journey over at Instagram under the “the.making.of.vic” handle.
Recent articles by Victor
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Victor Hristov
I don't want a thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8 — I want Samsung to fix this instead

I don't want a thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8 — I want Samsung to fix this instead

Victor Hristov
iPhone 17 Pro after 10 months: The truth before iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro after 10 months: The truth before iPhone 18 Pro

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera vs Pets! Ultimate camera challenge

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera vs Pets! Ultimate camera challenge

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Galaxy S26 Ultra: here's how Samsung's flagship design evolved over the years

Galaxy S26 Ultra: here's how Samsung's flagship design evolved over the years

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Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra battery and charging: Everything we know so far

Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra battery and charging: Everything we know so far

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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra camera: Everything we know so far

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra camera: Everything we know so far

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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra battery and charging: Everything we know so far

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra battery and charging: Everything we know so far

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You probably don't need an iPhone 17 Pro Max

You probably don't need an iPhone 17 Pro Max

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Samsung is about to disappoint me with the Galaxy Watch 9

Samsung is about to disappoint me with the Galaxy Watch 9

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iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: All expected differences
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iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: All expected differences

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I shot an entire weekend trip using only the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera, here are the results

I shot an entire weekend trip using only the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera, here are the results

Victor Hristov
Motorola Razr 2026 vs Razr 2025: All the differences explained
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Motorola Razr 2026 vs Razr 2025: All the differences explained

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Motorola Razr Plus (2026) vs Razr Plus (2025): All the differences explained
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Motorola Razr Plus (2026) vs Razr Plus (2025): All the differences explained

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Using a Galaxy S26 Ultra to vlog and edit an entire day
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Using a Galaxy S26 Ultra to vlog and edit an entire day

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Motorola Razr Ultra (2026) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: I used both and one thing Motorola did makes no sense
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Motorola Razr Ultra (2026) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: I used both and one thing Motorola did makes no sense

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Motorola Razr Fold Review
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Motorola Razr Fold Review

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7.3
Fitbit Air Review
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Fitbit Air Review

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Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 Review
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Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 Review

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Motorola Razr Plus 2026 Review
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Motorola Razr Plus 2026 Review

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How to take awesome selfies with the Galaxy S26 Ultra

How to take awesome selfies with the Galaxy S26 Ultra

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Motorola Razr 2026 Review
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Motorola Razr 2026 Review

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Motorola Razr Fold vs Galaxy Fold 7: Motorola built a Galaxy killer, but don’t buy it just yet
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Motorola Razr Fold vs Galaxy Fold 7: Motorola built a Galaxy killer, but don’t buy it just yet

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Forget Samsung and OnePlus: This is the only phone I want to take photos on
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Forget Samsung and OnePlus: This is the only phone I want to take photos on

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Motorola Razr series: which one should you choose?

Motorola Razr series: which one should you choose?

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The best phone camera you’ve never heard of vs iPhone 17 Pro: My real-world test

The best phone camera you’ve never heard of vs iPhone 17 Pro: My real-world test

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Vivo X300 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Vivo X300 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

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Vivo X300 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Vivo X300 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

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Vivo X300 Ultra vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Vivo X300 Ultra vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Galaxy S26 Plus: Do you even need a flagship?
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Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Galaxy S26 Plus: Do you even need a flagship?

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Galaxy A57 vs iPhone 17e: Samsung nailed the design, but Apple still rules this one crucial area
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Galaxy A57 vs iPhone 17e: Samsung nailed the design, but Apple still rules this one crucial area

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Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Sample Photos Comparison

Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Sample Photos Comparison

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I tested the new Samsung Galaxy A57: the camera is just average, but it has one brilliant idea
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I tested the new Samsung Galaxy A57: the camera is just average, but it has one brilliant idea

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6.2
Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

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Sony Xperia 1 VIII review: the features iPhone and Galaxy killed off, but can it compete?
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Sony Xperia 1 VIII review: the features iPhone and Galaxy killed off, but can it compete?

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7.2
Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Sony Xperia 1 VIII vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

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iPhone 17e Review: is it even a compromise?
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iPhone 17e Review: is it even a compromise?

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Galaxy S26 Review: a battery boost for the super-light AI phone
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Galaxy S26 Review: a battery boost for the super-light AI phone

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7.4
AT&T's new '2.0' plans are here: 3 things to check before you switch

AT&T's new '2.0' plans are here: 3 things to check before you switch

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Honor Magic 8 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Honor Magic 8 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

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I used the Galaxy S26 Ultra every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

I used the Galaxy S26 Ultra every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

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After a week with the S26 Ultra, I’m convinced: AI photo styles aren't a gimmick anymore

After a week with the S26 Ultra, I’m convinced: AI photo styles aren't a gimmick anymore

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: Private by design, familiar by default
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: Private by design, familiar by default

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8.1
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

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I used the iPhone 17 Pro Max every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

I used the iPhone 17 Pro Max every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs OnePlus 15: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs OnePlus 15: Sample Photos Comparison

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I tested Galaxy S26 Ultra 60W fast charging: is it a game changer?

I tested Galaxy S26 Ultra 60W fast charging: is it a game changer?

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Sample Photos Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Sample Photos Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Sample Photos Comparison

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I didn't expect to love the Galaxy S26 Ultra design this much, but here is what still bugs me

I didn't expect to love the Galaxy S26 Ultra design this much, but here is what still bugs me

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Galaxy S26 Secret Weapon: Is the new APV codec faster and better than Apple ProRes?

Galaxy S26 Secret Weapon: Is the new APV codec faster and better than Apple ProRes?

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I used the iPhone 17 Pro camera for my ski vacation and I missed one Samsung feature

I used the iPhone 17 Pro camera for my ski vacation and I missed one Samsung feature

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I tried a dozen weather apps: this is the only one I still use

I tried a dozen weather apps: this is the only one I still use

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Apple announces special event for March 4 in New York: Is the iPhone-powered Macbook coming?

Apple announces special event for March 4 in New York: Is the iPhone-powered Macbook coming?

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I followed every Galaxy S26 leak: Here’s what was real and what was a total lie

I followed every Galaxy S26 leak: Here’s what was real and what was a total lie

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The Coros Pace 4 is slowly winning me over from Garmin

The Coros Pace 4 is slowly winning me over from Garmin

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Four months later, the iPhone 17 Pro Max aluminum design has clear trade-offs

Four months later, the iPhone 17 Pro Max aluminum design has clear trade-offs

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I tested the Galaxy S25 Ultra one year after its launch: Still worth it?

I tested the Galaxy S25 Ultra one year after its launch: Still worth it?

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Six months after its launch, Pixel 10 Pro XL still feels like jewelry with its shiny aluminum frame

Six months after its launch, Pixel 10 Pro XL still feels like jewelry with its shiny aluminum frame

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One year later, I thought the Galaxy S25 Ultra would feel dated — It doesn't

One year later, I thought the Galaxy S25 Ultra would feel dated — It doesn't

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Two months later, I still love the understated look of the OnePlus 15

Two months later, I still love the understated look of the OnePlus 15

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I tested the Pixel 10 Pro XL camera against a full-frame Canon

I tested the Pixel 10 Pro XL camera against a full-frame Canon

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I compared the iPhone 17 Pro camera to a real camera — here's what I found

I compared the iPhone 17 Pro camera to a real camera — here's what I found

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Every time I use an Android phone, fingerprint unlock feels like a downgrade

Every time I use an Android phone, fingerprint unlock feels like a downgrade

Victor Hristov
Galaxy S26 Ultra: Five impossible upgrades that we need, but Samsung will never give us

Galaxy S26 Ultra: Five impossible upgrades that we need, but Samsung will never give us

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I used the iPhone 17 Pro every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

I used the iPhone 17 Pro every day: Here are the real battery life numbers

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Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G Review: Xiaomi's best mid-ranger takes on Pixel 9a
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Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G Review: Xiaomi's best mid-ranger takes on Pixel 9a

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G Review
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G Review

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6.3
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G Review: This is the strangest phone I've tested this year
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Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G Review: This is the strangest phone I've tested this year

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6.1
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G review: a masterclass in budget phone design and value
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G review: a masterclass in budget phone design and value

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Redmi Note 15 4G Review: I tried Xiaomi's ultra-budget phone (Galaxy A17 is in trouble)
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Redmi Note 15 4G Review: I tried Xiaomi's ultra-budget phone (Galaxy A17 is in trouble)

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5.5
Why couldn't Samsung and Apple make this phone?

Why couldn't Samsung and Apple make this phone?

Victor Hristov
I found the flagship that shouldn't exist and now I can’t go back to Apple

I found the flagship that shouldn't exist and now I can’t go back to Apple

Victor Hristov
The assassination of the Rational iPhone: Why the 17 Plus was too dangerous to exist

The assassination of the Rational iPhone: Why the 17 Plus was too dangerous to exist

Victor Hristov
Honor Magic 8 Pro vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Honor Magic 8 Pro vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: Sample Photos Comparison

Victor Hristov
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Review: Strong budget phone with one big catch
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Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Review: Strong budget phone with one big catch

Victor Hristov
5.6
Honor Magic 8 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

Honor Magic 8 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: Sample Photos Comparison

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Apple Watch Series 11 Review After Four Months: What's it really like to live with?
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Apple Watch Series 11 Review After Four Months: What's it really like to live with?

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Moto G Power (2026) Review: Motorola's best budget phone, but is it good enough?
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Moto G Power (2026) Review: Motorola's best budget phone, but is it good enough?

Victor Hristov
4.9
The Galaxy Z TriFold: Fancy gadget or gimmick?

The Galaxy Z TriFold: Fancy gadget or gimmick?

Victor Hristov
Not your typical phone: this is the boldest smartphone idea of 2025

Not your typical phone: this is the boldest smartphone idea of 2025

Victor Hristov
PhoneArena Innovation Awards 2025: The tech that changed the game

PhoneArena Innovation Awards 2025: The tech that changed the game

Victor Hristov
Why I don't want the Galaxy S26 Ultra

Why I don't want the Galaxy S26 Ultra

Victor Hristov
Samsung is the new Apple

Samsung is the new Apple

Victor Hristov
Phone Awards: These are the Best Smartphones of 2025

Phone Awards: These are the Best Smartphones of 2025

Victor Hristov
The iPhone Air has ruined most other phones for me

The iPhone Air has ruined most other phones for me

Victor Hristov
90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?

90:10 Split-Screen multitasking in Android is brilliant… so why do I almost never use it?

Victor Hristov
My number one wish for Samsung's Galaxy S26 software: Get rid of the Now Bar

My number one wish for Samsung's Galaxy S26 software: Get rid of the Now Bar

Victor Hristov
I'd skip the Apple Watch Ultra as Garmin Fenix 8 Is $250 off for Black Friday
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I'd skip the Apple Watch Ultra as Garmin Fenix 8 Is $250 off for Black Friday

Victor Hristov
Garmin's most innovative watch gets a massive discount for Black Friday
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Garmin's most innovative watch gets a massive discount for Black Friday

Victor Hristov
Forget the Galaxy S25 Ultra — Pixel 9 Pro XL Is the Real Black Friday Winner
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Forget the Galaxy S25 Ultra — Pixel 9 Pro XL Is the Real Black Friday Winner

Victor Hristov
I can't believe my favorite small Android phone is this cheap for Black Friday
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I can't believe my favorite small Android phone is this cheap for Black Friday

Victor Hristov
Galaxy S26 Ultra's new secret feature is the coolest thing Samsung has done in years

Galaxy S26 Ultra's new secret feature is the coolest thing Samsung has done in years

Victor Hristov
Pixel users deserve better Motion Photos

Pixel users deserve better Motion Photos

Victor Hristov
Google gave tablets their best idea in years, but it quietly disappeared after the Pixel Tablet

Google gave tablets their best idea in years, but it quietly disappeared after the Pixel Tablet

Victor Hristov
I don't care about the S26 Ultra, but I really want Samsung to finally make the S26 Plus great

I don't care about the S26 Ultra, but I really want Samsung to finally make the S26 Plus great

Victor Hristov
I've used the OnePlus 15 for a week and this is what really impressed me

I've used the OnePlus 15 for a week and this is what really impressed me

Victor Hristov
OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus 13: Sample Photos Comparison

OnePlus 15 vs OnePlus 13: Sample Photos Comparison

Victor Hristov
OnePlus 15 vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Sample Photos Comparison

OnePlus 15 vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Sample Photos Comparison

Victor Hristov