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Pixel 11 leak predicts a weird mix of upgrades and downgrades for a higher price
A Pixel 11 leak points to doubled base storage and up to 16GB of RAM, but a higher price and conflicting camera details make Google’s next base flagship difficult to judge.
Google just made switching from iPhone to Android much easier with Android 17
Android 17 introduces an upgraded migration tool that moves far more iPhone data than before. Wired transfers now move passwords, passkeys, eSIM, and Google Accounts and more.
WhatsApp’s new in-car experience is built around hands-free control
WhatsApp has revamped its in-car experience to offer CarPlay and Android Auto users better hands-free controls.
Snapseed Camera now lets Android users save original photos and add geotags
Google has updated Snapseed Camera for Android with geotag support, original photo saving and better file management for photographers.
This Android lock screen bug lets anyone text using Gemini without knowing your PIN
A newly discovered Gemini bug lets anyone bypass your Android PIN to send SMS and WhatsApp messages from a locked phone.
OnePlus is gone, and Android phones just became more boring in the US
Samsung and Google will be just fine, but Android has lost the brand that wasn't afraid to try something different.
If you absolutely love pinball, this app will find you a table wherever you go
Pinball Map is a free, community-powered app that helps players locate pinball machines at arcades, bars, restaurants and other venues worldwide.
Google has to play fair with AI rivals on Android, and that could be good news for your wallet
The EU has ordered Google to open Gemini's exclusive Android access to rival AI apps by 2027. For Android users, the real payoff might not be more choices, but cheaper ones.
Apple is finally removing AI apps that can digitally undress anyone
Apple has removed several AI nudify apps after legal action accused the company of allowing deepfake pornography tools to remain on the App Store.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: Everything we know about the upcoming clamshell folding phone
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 leaks suggest a July 22 launch, Exynos 2600 chip, 45W charging, familiar design, and higher pricing.
Google Contacts borrows a handy iPhone trick to make sharing your number easier
Google is rolling out a small but useful update to the Contacts app on Android that makes it much easier to find and share your own contact details. Instead of digging through settings or creating a separate contact for yourself, you’ll now see a dedicated ‘Your Info’ card at the very top of your contacts […]
Sonos owners are finally getting a less frustrating app, but the rollout comes with a catch
The Sonos app is adding clearer navigation, customizable speaker sorting, and redesigned iOS volume controls, but the phased release could take two weeks to reach every user.
Google’s next Gemini upgrade might not arrive as soon as expected
Google has reportedly delayed Gemini 3.5 Pro after the AI model failed to meet internal coding goals, raising concerns about its pace in the AI race.
Gemini could finally let you choose how friendly it sounds
Google is testing voice customization for Gemini, letting users adjust energy, warmth, formality and speaking speed for a more personalized AI assistant.
Personal Intelligence in Search now connects to Google Calendar
Google AI Mode now connects with Calendar, letting Search create events and deliver responses tailored to your schedule and availability.
This smart knitted fabric can flip switches, count your steps, and even change shape
Harvard researchers created programmable knitted fabric that changes shape, acts as electronic switches, and could power the next generation of wearable technology.
Gaming against AI could make you more confident with real teammates
AI opponents in gaming boosted player confidence, increased playtime by 50 percent, and encouraged more people to team up with friends, according to new research.
Xiaomi beats Samsung to become the first non-Pixel phone with stable Android 17
While Samsung and others are still stuck in beta, Xiaomi has quietly started rolling out stable Android 17 to select Xiaomi 17 series phones.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Now Stream With Better Peace of Mind on Your Smart TV With MacPaw’s ClearVPN
Your smart TV is now the heart of your digital home, but it’s watching you back. MacPaw's ClearVPN is engineered to bypass that dilemma, making secure, private streaming easier than ever.
Pixel Watch 5 leak bares it all, and it seems Google is playing it safe again
Leaked Pixel Watch 5 renders reveal two sizes and four apparent finishes, but Google’s next smartwatch may pair its familiar pebble design with internal upgrades and a higher starting price.
Pixel Watch permission error won’t go away, but there’s a weird fix
Pixel Watch owners are stuck with a Fitbit permission error that won't disappear, even after a factory reset. Thankfully, one user has found an odd workaround that actually works.
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.
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.
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