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Samsung Galaxy S21 phone lineup.

Samsung’s Android 12 and One UI 4 rollout begins today with the S21

Following Google's Pixel phones, Android 12 is now available on the Samsung Galaxy S21 with Samsung's release of One UI 4.
Mobile Android
An Apple iPhone 13 showing the home screen apps and widgets.

Three reasons Apple’s anti-sideloading rant misses the point

Apple Craig Federighi tackled sideloading at this week's Web Summit 2021 with a misleading rant. Here are three reasons he's wrong.
Mobile Android
Pixel 6 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro in hand.

Google One subscribers now have enhanced photo-editing tools on iPhones

Google has now added the formerly Android-exclusive Google Photos editing features to the iPhone for Google One subscribers.
Mobile Apple
instagram reels.

Instagram will now pay creators $35,000 to use Reels in challenge to Tik-Tok

Instagram is paying people to share Reels on their platform, with some reporting offers as high as $35,000.
Mobile News
App store icon showing three notifications.

Apple’s first attempt to delay third-party app store payments fails in court

Apple's attempt to delay support for third-party payment systems has run into a roadblock, with a federal court dismissing its request for a stay.
Mobile Apple
Samsung Galaxy S21 phone lineup.

Samsung isn’t launching a new Exynos chip on November 19 after all

Samsung isn't launching a new Exynos chip on November 19 as previously assumed, the company clarified in response to speculation.
Mobile Android
Twitter logo.

Twitter Blue launches in the U.S. with ad-free news and improved customization

Twitter today announced an expansion of its Twitter Blue subscription service to the U.S. alongside an expansion of its feature set.
Mobile News
Instagram logo

Instagram is preparing its own subscription service

Instagram is the latest social media platform to move towards a subscription service as app store sleuths uncover service pricing.
Mobile News
The Nokia X100 on a table

Nokia’s new, cheap X100 gives T-Mobile customers 5G for just $252

HMD Global is here with an inexpensive 5G phone for T-Mobile and Metro customers with the new Nokia X100.
Mobile Android
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE render in purple.

Samsung’s Galaxy S22 and S21 FE might be launching within a month of each other

Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE and S22 are reportedly set to debut within a few weeks of each other at Samsung's first Unpacked events of 2022.
Mobile Android
App screen on the Google Pixel 6 Pro.

The Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro barely charge any faster than the Pixel 5

Google hinted that the Pixel 6 could reach charging speeds up to 30W, but tests show that differences between the current chargers are marginal at best.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 5

Google’s rumored Pixel Fold could have same camera hardware as the Pixel 5

Google's Pixel Fold seems like it could come with weaker cameras than the Pixel 6 and use the old Pixel 5 sensors instead.
Mobile Android
The Twitter app on the Sony XPeria 5 II.

Twitter for iOS now lets you dig up people’s tweets more easily

Twitter has added a new search shortcut on Twitter for iOS, enabling support for searching user profiles.
Mobile Apple
Google Play Store.

Google opens up Play Store payments in South Korea in response to legislation

In response to new legislation, Google will now let developers in South Korea implement support for third-party payment systems.
Mobile Android
Galaxy Z Flip 3 closed with Cover Screen active.

iPhone 13 and Z Flip 3 keep Apple and Samsung sales strong in U.S. and Europe

The chip shortage continues to stifle smartphone sales growth, but Apple and Samsung manage to hold on in the U.S. and European markets.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 3a XL hands on.

Pixel 3a confirmed to get Android 12L even as Google winds down Pixel 3 support

Google confirms the Pixel 3a and 3aXL will get Android 12L after a spot of confusion over if the devices would also be losing support.
Mobile Android
The Apple Watch's Fall Detection Feature.

The iPhone could soon pick up a car crash detection feature that can dial 911

Apple wants to add a Pixel-like car crash detection feature to the iPhone and Apple Watch next year, according to a new report.
Mobile Apple
Google Pixel 6 Pro's screen.

Google Pixel 6 Pro display bug will be fixed in December patch

Google is rolling out a fix to the Pixel 6 Pro for flickering display issues in December.
Mobile Android
iPhone XR

Apple may have killed off the iPhone XR, but it still stands the test of time

Apple has sold its iPhones on being long-lasting, so we took a look at how the three-year-old iPhone XR fares in 2021.
Mobile Apple
Google Photos logo.

Google adds a private locked photos folder to iPhones for ‘personal’ photos

Google rolls out a slew of privacy-focused tools for Android and iOS in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Pro tensor custom silicon.

Google already kicking off work on the Tensor 2 processor for the future Pixel 7

Not one to rest on its laurels, Google has reportedly already begun work on a second-generation Tensor chipset for the Pixel 7.
Mobile Android
Instagram login screen.

With Instagram’s newest sticker, you no longer need to say “link in bio”

Instagram expands the availability of its link sticker after an initial test for verified users.
Mobile News
Browser shown on the open Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Google makes big screens better with Android 12L for foldables and tablets

Android 12 might just be fresh off the oven, but Google is following it up with Android 12L as it optimizes its mobile operating system for foldables.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Pro in Sorta Sunny color.

You can now move WhatsApp messages between Apple’s iPhones and Google’s Pixels

Google just made switching to Android easier with a new tool that brings your WhatsApp messages along for the ride.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Lifestyle

Google’s Pixel 6 is a good smartphone, but will it be enough to convince buyers?

Google's Pixel 6 is finally here, but will Google's reputation cap its sales before it can truly get off the ground?
Mobile Android
Moto 360 ambient display

A new affordable Motorola smartwatch could be coming by the end of the year

New Motorola-branded smartwatches are on the way for the end of the year with mass production beginning in November.
Mobile Android
The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 rests on a staircase railing because: right angles.

Surface Duo 2 vs. Surface Duo: Which is better?

Microsoft's Surface Duo was an interesting product. We find out whether its sequel can be even better in this guide.
Mobile Android
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7.

Leaked Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 renders show sleek design similar to the S7

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 might be skipping 2021, but new renders show us a sleek build similar to the S7.
Mobile Android
Google Play Store.

Google drops developer fees in the Play Store to as low as 10%

Google is making Play Store pricing more appealing to developers by slashing content fees to as low as 10% and subscription fees to 15%.
Mobile Android
Pixel 6 Pro in the pocket

Google’s 3-year update promise for the Pixel 6 is disappointing but predictable

The Pixel 6 might be coming with a new Tensor chip, but Google isn't extending the software upgrade timeline past the current three-year mark.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

How to watch the Pixel Fall Launch if you missed it live

Google launched the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro on October 19 during its Fall Launch event. Here's how to join in on the fun even if you missed the livestream.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Launch

Google’s Pixel Fall Launch event: Everything Google announced

Google launched the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro on October 19. Here's everything released at the event.
Mobile News
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Pixel Pass gets you plenty of value for just $45 per month

Google launches Pixel Pass, a subscription plan with plenty of content. It also lets you take advantage of a trade-in for old devices.
Mobile Android
Google Pixel 6 Image Composite.

Watch now: Google’s Pixel 6 launch event

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