Engadget Review Roundup Galaxy S26 Ultra Pixel 10a and More The Engadget reviews team has been busy testing a wave of new tech from major brands. With Apple also announcing new products this week, the pace is not slowing down. This roundup covers the latest from Samsung, Dell, Google, and ASUS, along with a few unique gadgets and a new Pokemon game. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra This years Samsung flagship phone may not be packed with flashy new features, but it includes one standout upgrade that impressed senior reporter Sam Rutherford the Privacy Display. Designed to prevent others from seeing your screen, the feature is so subtle you might not even notice its on, which is exactly the point. While the changes are stealthy, the S26 Ultra remains a top-tier device. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro Samsungs latest earbuds continue to follow Apples lead in design. The Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro offer significant improvements in sound quality and a growing set of features. However, Samsung still trails Apple in two key areas hearing health tools and heart-rate tracking. Adding these capabilities would make an already strong product line even more competitive, particularly for fitness users. Dell XPS 14 2026 The new Dell XPS 14 is a laptop that comes agonizingly close to perfection. Senior reporter Devindra Hardawar found that based on specs and design alone, it could be the best Windows laptop available, a true MacBook Pro competitor. Unfortunately, a problematic keyboard holds it back from achieving true greatness, marring an otherwise excellent machine. Google Pixel 10a Googles budget-friendly A-series continues to deliver great value. The Pixel 10a features only minimal upgrades from its predecessor, but at its unchanged price point, it remains a compelling option. Senior reporter Igor Bonifacic noted that in an era of rising electronics costs, the fact that this capable phone has not increased in price is a small miracle. ASUS ProArt GoPro Edition PX13 Aimed squarely at creators, the ASUS ProArt GoPro Edition PX13 is a high-end convertible laptop. Contributing reporter Steven Dent found it offers excellent performance, impressive battery life, a generous 128GB of RAM, a beautiful OLED HDR display, and a superb keyboard and trackpad. It successfully competes in the creator market, though its premium price reflects its powerful specs. Ambient Dreamie and Seattle Ultrasonics C-200 The team also reviewed some unique gadgets. The Ambient Dreamie, a bedside companion for sleep routines, so improved weekend editor Cheyenne MacDonalds sleep that she purchased one. Meanwhile, Sam Rutherford called the Seattle Ultrasonics C-200 ultrasonic knife the future of kitchen knives for its precision and ease of use. Pokemon Pokopia and Falcon Northwest FragBox In gaming, Sam Rutherford spent time with Pokemon Pokopia and found it to be a charming new take on the classic series gameplay. For PC gamers, Devindra Hardawar reviewed the Falcon Northwest FragBox, a compact yet incredibly powerful gaming desktop that delivers top-tier performance in a distinctive case.
