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Google Password Manager passkeys could be at risk with new ‘Pass-ta-key’ attack
Passkeys are becoming more popular as a safer alternative to traditional passwords, but some cracks are starting to show after one group successfully bypassed Google’s Chrome-based passkeys using what they call the “Pass-ta-key” attack method.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 up to $325 off, best Fold 8 pre-order offers, Nest Doorbell from just $65, monitors, more
Only a few days remain to lock-in the best Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 pre-order deals, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Most affordable Galaxy Tab S11 $225 off at Amazon (or up to $325 off open-box) as well as Galaxy S26 Ultra models are up to $340 off. Alongside the ongoing Google Pixel 10a deals at up $115 off, today we also spotted a chance to land Google’s regularly $180 wireless Nest Doorbell is down as low as $63 at Best Buy, this Lenovo 14-inch touchscreen Chromebook at 50% off the list price, and Best Buy’s Back to School monitor sale at up to $700 off. Check it all out down below.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch 5 specs leak reveals what’s new: ‘Accelerated’ chip, 2nd-gen Active Band, more
Full Pixel Watch 5 specs have leaked today and reveal that Google made a trio of key hardware changes over the previous generation.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola Razr Fold gets a trade-in boost and freebies, making it a more enticing foldable
Motorola has a pretty sweet promo for those interested in its Razr Fold – a $300 boost to all trade-ins, as well as several bundled freebies too.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 8 destroys pre-order record set by the late Note 10, and it isn’t over yet
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, alongside the Flip 8, has broken 1.44 million sales during the pre-order phase, smashing a record previously set by the Galaxy Note 10.
Expand Expanding CloseLeak confirms Pixel 11 ‘Glow’ is called ‘HiLight’ and what it can do
As we reported on last week, the “Pixel Glow” feature coming to the Pixel 11 series is likely going to be marketed as “HiLight,” and a new image both confirms that branding as well as showing what the feature can do.
Expand Expanding ClosePhones are getting fun (and weird) again
Hey, how’s it going? I hope you had a lovely weekend. I was off last week, relaxing by the water, trying to finish a harrowing Booker Prize-winning novel about Australian POWs during WWII, rekindling my love for Love & Basketball, and playing far too much Lumines Remastered on my Fold 8. I also caught up on the latest drama between OpenAI and Anthropic and briefly considered switching to Deezer just so I could whip the llama’s ass one more time.
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Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s new in Android’s August 2026 Google System Updates
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Google is continuing the preview cycle today with Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2, which should see a stable launch in December 2026.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 for Pixel
Following the last release two weeks ago that didn’t have any obvious changes, Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 is rolling out today for Pixel devices.
Expand Expanding CloseNotability app makes the jump from iOS to Android, and it’s 25% off to celebrate
Notability is a long-time favorite note-taking app on Apple’s devices, but now it’s finally on Android, and it seems to be off to a good start too.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung says Galaxy Z Fold 8’s new shape exists because ‘one size does not fit all’
In a new interview, Samsung talks about its decisions around the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s new shape, the color choices across its new foldable lineup, and the controversial “cushion” design still in place on Galaxy Watch 9.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 15 and more have fully sold out in the US following shutdown
OnePlus has officially closed its doors in the US, but remaining stock was available for a little while. Now, for OnePlus 15 and most other products, US stock has dried up.
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Monday’s Android app deals and freebies: Sea of Stars, Gambonanza, This Is Fine, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready, including titles like Sea of Stars, Doom & Destiny Worlds, Gambonanza, Skel and Defense, Nerd Survivors, This Is Fine (Cards Survival), Soul Huntress: RPG Premium, and more. The major Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 pre-order deals are rolling on for another few days before deliveries start going out, just be sure to scope out this even better bundle discount at Amazon. Those offers also land alongside the Best Buy August Back to School sale, this Lenovo 2.5K tablet bundle down at $150, and Pixel 10a starting down at $385 (up to $115 off). The app deals await below.
Read MoreGoogle Clock 9.0 adds stopwatch and timer Live Updates
With Google Clock 9.0 for Android, timers and stopwatches get a big update with support for Live Update notifications on Pixel devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S27 Ultra reportedly ditches a telephoto camera for the sake of cost-cutting
According to a new report, Samsung’s next-gen flagship, the Galaxy S27 Ultra, will be missing one of its telephoto camera sensors.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle teases Pixel 11 Pro Fold, early pre-order time on August 12
Following the Pixel 11 Pro last week, Google is now officially teasing the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseSony’s best over-ear headphones now come in ‘Olive Gray’ – just in time to match Pixel 11 [Gallery]
Sony’s flagship WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones are getting a new color variant, and it just-so-happens to fit in nicely with Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 series.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Health 5.05 rolling out: Apple Health sync & bug fixes
Google Health 5.05 is rolling out today with a pair of sharing-related updates, including Apple Health integration for those on iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo’s full-size Googlebook leak offers a closer look at hardware [Gallery]
Just a couple of days after images of Lenovo’s Googlebooks appeared, a wave of incredibly detailed images has surfaced with the 15-inch laptop in full view.
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Deals: Even better Galaxy Fold 8/Buds 4 Pro bundle deal, Pixel 10a from $385, Lenovo Android tablet $150, more
There are only a few days left to take advantage of the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 pre-order deals ahead of delivery, and while you can score Galaxy Buds 4 Pro for just $20 with Fold 8 orders, this Amazon bundle deal is even better. That said, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Google’s 2026 Pixel 10a starting down at $385 (up to $115 off), alongside this Lenovo 2.5K tablet bundle with pen and case down at $150, and the now live Best Buy August Back to School sale – smart TVs from $80, dorm upgrades, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the details.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 8 is a smash hit; shipping dates slip, 3x higher pre-orders than Fold 7
Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 series has turned out to be an absolute smash hit for the company, with the new foldables now delayed across the board in shipping amid demand that’s apparently 3x higher than initial Fold 7 demand.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages will let you customize the shortcuts grid
As we wait for Chat themes to widely roll out, Google Messages is getting the ability to customize the grid of shortcuts.
Expand Expanding CloseMatte black Pixel 11 Pro shown off in detailed images [Gallery]
With Made by Google 2026 taking place next week, the leaks are only ramping up. Today, we have official-looking renders of the Pixel 11 Pro and 11 Pro XL that show off the matte black version.
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