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Your OnePlus phone is switching to ColorOS, whether you like it or not
OnePlus has confirmed that OxygenOS is being retired in favor of ColorOS, with eligible devices worldwide set to receive the option to update once ColorOS 17 rolls out.
Samsung’s next flip phone may ask for more money and offer almost nothing new
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8 could arrive with almost identical hardware and a substantial price increase, making last year’s discounted foldable considerably harder to ignore.
GameNative just made it dangerously easy to fill your Android phone with PC game mods
GameNative’s latest pre-release brings Nexus Mods downloads and management directly to Android, making PC game modding easier while asking early adopters to accept the risks of unfinished software.
Refusing Samsung Health AI training will not wipe your health history after all
Samsung says refusing AI training in Samsung Health will only delete data collected for AI development, leaving existing health records untouched.
Android’s biggest app store shake-up in years begins next week
Google Play opens to rival Android app stores in the US on July 22, but competing storefronts must meet Google’s requirements before users see any meaningful change.
Honor’s wild Robot Phone may have the flagship specs to back up the gimmick
Honor’s Robot Phone already had the year’s strangest camera design, and newly leaked specifications suggest the hardware surrounding that mechanical arm could be equally ambitious.
Motorola’s new flagship killer has the speed and magnetic charging pricier Android phones keep missing
The Motorola Edge 70 Max combines Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 performance, a huge 7,100mAh battery, and magnetic charging at a price far below many premium flagships.
You no longer need Willow’s Pro plan for unlimited AI dictation on your iPhone
Willow says its iOS keyboard no longer caps free AI dictation, so you don't need the Pro plan for unlimited voice typing.
Samsung’s new Flex Titanium tech could make foldable creases less noticeable
Samsung just revealed Flex Titanium tech for its next foldables, promising less crease, better durability, and a slimmer screen.
Opera’s growth shows users will switch browsers when given a choice
Opera's browser is picking up serious market share in the US and UK, proving that when people get a real choice, they are happy to ditch the default.
It’s hot out there, but please stop putting your warm phones in the fridge
Experts and smartphone makers warn that putting an overheating phone in the fridge can cause condensation, leading to internal damage that may cost far more than overheating itself.
Made by Google August 2026: Everything we expect from the Pixel 11 launch event
Made by Google 2026 is August 12 in New York. Leaks point to a Tensor G6-powered Pixel 11 lineup, Gemini Intelligence, and the new Pixel Watch 5.
WhatsApp is creating its own cloud backup alternative for iPhone users
WhatsApp is building its own cloud backup service for iPhone users, offering 2GB of free storage and end-to-end encryption by default as an alternative to iCloud.
Your iPhone could soon flag malicious iMessages before they do any damage
A new iOS 26.6 feature will alert you when a suspicious iMessage is detected, giving you the option to share it with Apple to help improve future defenses.
Huawei Pura 90s Pro series goes global and its camera stack can make iPhones flinch
Huawei’s Pura 90s Pro series has entered global markets with variable-aperture cameras and a huge 200MP telephoto sensor that puts Apple’s imaging hardware under pressure.
Samsung Health threatens to delete your data if you opt out of AI training
A new Samsung Health consent toggle gives users an ultimatum: agree to share sensitive health data for AI training or lose all their synced data permanently.
Firefox is doubling its update pace, and that’s good news for your security
Firefox users won't have to wait a month for the next update anymore, as Mozilla moves to a faster release schedule.
This $68 phone gives smartphone-gen kids the childhood millennials left behind
Pinwheel’s retro-inspired home phone gives children voice calling with parent-approved contacts, scheduled hours, and no apps or social media
If you shoot RAW, Snapseed just solved one of your biggest headaches
Snapseed's latest Android release adds support for most major RAW formats, plus in-tool undo and redo controls.
How to install iOS 27 public beta on your iPhone?
Apple's first iOS 27 public beta is live. Here's exactly how to sign up, install it on your iPhone, and what new features you can try immediately.
This Android malware can spy on your screen, read your texts, and control your phone remotely
A new version of RedHook Android malware uses your phone's own built-in debugging tool to take remote control of your device without needing root access or a USB cable.
iOS 27’s public beta is finally here, and you don’t need a developer account to get in
Apple's iOS 27 public beta is now available, letting anyone try Siri AI and other new features early.
The Pixel 11 may finally ditch Samsung’s modem for better battery life and connectivity
An FCC filing suggests Google's Pixel 11 could finally ditch Samsung's modem for better battery and connectivity.
New Pixel 11 leak reveals colors, specs, and a surprise accessory ahead of launch
With the Pixel 11 a month from its August 12 debut, a leaked set of retailer listings just revealed colors, specs, and a hint at Google's first ever item tracker
OnePlus is ending its US operations pretty soon, says report
According to a report, OnePlus will officially announce its exit from the US and EU market in a week, while parent company, Oppo, will take over and expand, at least in the European market.
The best phones in 2026: our 14 favorite smartphones right now
Here are the best smartphones on the market today, from the Galaxy S26 Ultra to the iPhone 17. if you're shopping for a new phone, this roundup is for you.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s headline Privacy Display may have an ugly red side effect
Samsung is investigating reddish patches reported on some Galaxy S26 Ultra screens, with its unusual Privacy Display panel emerging as one possible explanation.
