This past year was a whirlwind! Every single company announced a multitude of news and products, and Android Central had an incredible year covering the technology you use daily.
We saw great strides in how companies have evolved AI, and many companies launched new products that could be the future. We took the time to reflect on the year and think about what we want 2026 to look like.
This end-of-year special is split up into three sections. For the first time this year, Android Central’s staff decided to give out report cards. We looked at what we wrote at the end of 2024 and asked ourselves: Did companies meet our expectations for 2025? Were they able to fulfil some of our predictions?
We also took the time to think about 2026. What do we hope to see, what kind of launches do we want, what do we expect of the companies we cover every single day? Surprisingly, this has turned into a fun experiment. At the end of 2026, will these companies meet our expectations?
Finally, thank you, our loyal readers, for being the heart of Android Central. Your trust, enthusiasm, and engagement inspire everything we do. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support and for making our content a part of your daily journey.
Here’s to another exciting year of exploring, learning, and growing together in the world of Android and beyond!
Happy reading, happy holidays, and a happy New Year! Stay safe, and be happy!
– Shruti Shekar, Editor-in-Chief
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Tech in 2025: Android Central Report Cards
Android OS in 2025 (Coming soon!)
Wearables, smartwatches, and more in 2025
Google and Samsung in 2025
OnePlus and Motorola in 2025
North American smartphone market in 2025
Asia smartphone market in 2025
Chromebooks and tablets in 2025 (coming soon!)
The mobile tech market in 2025
Android Central’s Best of 2025 (Coming soon!)
Best of 2025: All the winners
Best Android Phones of 2025
Best smartwatch, smart rings, and fitness trackers of 2025
Best XR/VR headset, glasses and games of 2025
Best Chromebooks and tablets of 2025
Best apps and services of 2025
Tech in 2026: Android Central’s Wishlist for the year (Coming soon!)
What we expect from 2026’s biggest tech events
Wearables, smartwatches, and more in 2026
Google and Samsung in 2026
OnePlus and Motorola in 2026
The consumer audio market in 2026
North American smartphone market in 2026
Asia smartphone market in 2026
Chromebooks and tablets in 2026
The mobile tech market in 2026
