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Google Messages changing contact photos with Profile discovery rollout
Profile discovery was announced last November and it’s now seeing a wider Google Messages rollout with the most obvious change being updated contact photos.
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Android 15 Developer Preview 2 is rolling out today and integrates app archiving right into system Settings.
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Android 15 DP2 slightly improves video quality when using Pixel as a webcam
Android 15’s second developer preview is here, and while there’s not a ton new, those using their Pixel as a webcam are in for a treat, as the quality has been improved.
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If you’ve ever wanted to listen to music or watch a video with a friend without disturbing others nearby, Android 15’s new “Audio sharing” feature may be just what you’re looking for.
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Android game and app deals: Space Grunts 1 and 2, Stardash, Ashworld, and more
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale rages on, but now it’s time for the Android apps. Today’s collection of the best Google Play deals is now ready to go down below, joining offers on Samsung’s new 2024 TVs, Bose’s Ultra QuietComfort earbuds, and Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab A9+. Highlights of today’s app deals include titles like Space Grunts 1 and 2, Heroes of Loot, Stardash – Remastered, Zenge, Ashworld, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Read MoreSamsung has finally adopted Android’s Seamless Updates after nearly 8 years
It’s taken way too long, but after the better part of eight years now, Samsung has finally adopted Android’s Seamless Updates on its latest Galaxy devices.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 15 Developer Preview 2 [Gallery]
The next Android 15 Developer Preview is available today, and we are looking at DP2 to find what’s new.
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Another year, another Android version. The second Android 15 Developer Preview is now available for Google Pixel devices. Here’s how to install it, and why you might want to wait a little while.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 Developer Preview 2 rolling out to Pixel
Google is rolling out Android 15 Developer Preview 2 today ahead of next month’s first beta. It continues work on a number of tentpoles with more capabilities taking shape in this release.
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Samsung Galaxy S22 might end up getting Galaxy AI features after all
Samsung’s new Galaxy AI features are supposed to be coming to 2023 devices as soon as this week, but they also may end up arriving on the Galaxy S22 series as well.
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GeForce Now hit with global outage at the same time as PlayStation Network goes down
For the second time this month, Nvidia’s GeForce Now is facing a global outage, and it comes at the same time as Sony’s PlayStation Network is also experiencing an outage.
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Last year, ChromeOS introduced Camera and Microphone access toggles that match the Android experience, and Chromebooks will soon be getting a location privacy control.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 hits $850 in Thursday’s best deals, plus Chromebooks and more
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 5 is folding some extra money back into your wallet with our favorite of today’s best deals. The smart flip phone drops to $850 alongside a chance to save on the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX55 Flip at $590 and these iOttie Easy One Touch 6 Android car mounts at $21 each. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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The US Department of Justice has today announced a lawsuit against Apple that alleges the company has built and maintained a smartphone “monopoly” by locking customers in and making experiences worse for rival products and platforms, including ruining the experience of messaging with Android.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung briefly said it will provide 8 years of Android updates to enterprise Galaxy Tab
Samsung might be taking its support promise even further with its new Galaxy Tab Active 5, bumping it up to eight years of updates. That is according to a social media post that has since been deleted.
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Peacock is adding YouTube TV-style Multiview for the 2024 Olympics
Ahead of its start in July, NBC Peacock is showing off its new Multiview feature for the 2024 Olympics.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) leaks in three colors including ‘Mint’
According to new leaked renders, the upcoming 2024 refresh of Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is adding a new green color option.
Expand Expanding CloseQualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 brings on-device AI and Wi-Fi 7
Qualcomm is following its announcement at the start of this week with another chip: the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Genshin Impact-themed OnePlus 12R smartphone is now available
OnePlus is back to partner with Genshin Impact on a new limited-edition version of the OnePlus 12R. This new edition applies the electric design of the character Keqing to the company’s latest mid-range smartphone, complete with an entirely new colorway, themed UI, and tons of accessories.
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Gaming Hub became a popular choice for users who wanted a cloud gaming solution for their TVs already baked in. Samsung has announced that its Gaming Hub will expand to Galaxy phones.
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Android game and app deals: ARIDA Backland’s, Incredibox, Terra Mystica, more
Joining the now live Amazon Big Spring Sale, we have collected all of your mid-week Android game and app deals down below. Just be sure to scope out the price drops we are now tracking on Lenovo’s 9-inch M9 Android tablet, the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX55 Flip, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 while you’re here. As for the apps, highlights include titles like ARIDA: Backland’s Awakening, Incredibox, Terra Mystica, Iron Marines 2, Baggage Packing Checklist PRO, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Read MoreGoogle Contacts rolling out redesign that removes navigation drawer
Following Messages last year, Google Contacts is now the latest app to replace its navigation drawer as part of a small redesign today that really simplifies things.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Epic Games Store is coming to Android
With plans to launch its own game store on iOS, it’s now been announced that the Epic Games Store is coming to Android.
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Nothing Phone (2a) gets first update as ‘Community Edition’ contest begins [Video]
Following the Nothing Phone (2a)’s apparently very successful launch earlier this month, the brand is now releasing its first software update alongside opening a new contest.
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