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Pixel March 2026 update fixes 16 issues: Pixel 10 GPU, battery, more
Besides the new features introduced with Android 16 QPR3, the March 2026 Pixel update includes several bug fixes across Audio, Camera, Display & Graphics, Framework, Telephony, and User Interface.
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OpenAI announced that it’s rolling out an update, bringing the model to ChatGPT-5.3 Instant. The update is said to prevent the model from focusing on lead-up explanations, with the goal of providing more concise and consistent help.
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If there’s one big complaint about Google’s Pixel UI experience, it’s the lack of customization. Rivals like Samsung and OnePlus offer easy theming tools with deep personalization options, but on Pixel, your icon options are primarily limited to Material You’s dynamic colors. That’s finally changing with today’s Pixel Drop, though it might not be exactly what you’ve been wanting from Google.
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Alongside the March 2026 Pixel Drop, Google today announced new Find Hub integrations with Google Messages and airlines to help find lost luggage.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch Feature Drop: Express Pay, phone reminders, and more
With the March 2026 Pixel Drop, the Pixel Watch is also getting a sizable update with new features and backports.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 QPR3 rolling out with March 2026 security update
Android 16 QPR3 is rolling out today with the March 2026 security patch for the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel 10a. We also have the latest Pixel Feature Drop.
Expand Expanding CloseMarch 2026 Feature Drop: Pixel 10 ‘Comfort’ view, custom AI icons, At a Glance ‘My commute,’ & more
With the Android 16 QPR3 update, Google today announced the March 2026 Feature Drop and this is a pretty sizable release.
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Today’s best Android game and app deals: Skul Hero Slayer, Bud Spencer & Terence Hill, Defenchick, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready for you below, including titles like Bud Spencer & Terence Hill – S, Broken Sword: Reforged, Defenchick, Skul: The Hero Slayer, Universe Invader 2: Premium, Slime Craft, and more. Just be sure to dive into the ongoing pre-orders deals for the new Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra as well as this rare deal on Samsung’s official Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger from $35 alongside this 4-pack of Moto Tag UWB Android Find Hub trackers and another rare discount on Google Pixel 10 with a physical SIM card tray at $200 off. All of the apps are waiting below.
Read MoreGoogle Chrome is switching to a two-week release cycle
Later this year, Google will release major updates for its Chrome browser on all platforms every two weeks to “get features [out] faster.”
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Deals: Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger $35, Google Pixel 10 $200 off, Pixelsnap Ring Stand, Moto Tag from $15 each, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break features the ongoing deals on Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-orders, but we also have a rare discount on Unlocked Google Pixel 10 units with the physical SIM card tray at $200 off as well as a new Amazon low on the official Google Pixelsnap Ring Stand for Pixel 10. From there we move over to a rare price drop on the 4-pack of Moto Tag UWB Android Find Hub trackers at $60 ($15 each) and this offer on Samsung’s official Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger from $35. Head below for a closer look at the details.
Expand Expanding CloseTCL finally put AMOLED behind its NXTPAPER display, and the result is stunning [Gallery]
TCL’s NXTPAPER display tech has been something I’ve been keeping my eye on for years now. The anti-glare look alone has sold me time and time again, and TCL has only been improving it in recent years. But after seeing TCL finally put AMOLED behind NXTPAPER, I’m sold, and I want more right away.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung prepares March 2026 security update for Galaxy devices
Galaxy devices will receive another One UI security update soon as Samsung makes the March 2026 security patch official with important fixes.
Expand Expanding CloseA persistent YouTube bug is placing immovable ads in fullscreen videos
The YouTube app for Android and iOS is currently suffering from an irritating bug that doesn’t seem to be new. The bug places ads over YouTube videos that can’t be dismissed.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung shows off more partial Privacy Display options, brighter panel, slidable concept [Gallery]
Samsung Display is at MWC 2026 showing off, of course, the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s new Privacy Display, but also new ways to use that feature on specific parts of the display, and other ideas such as a slidable phone concept.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung confirms Galaxy S26 series has an 8-bit display following 10-bit confusion
There seems to have been a mistake, and Samsung’s Galaxy S26 base model and Ultra variant are shipping with a display capable of 8-bit color, instead of 10-bit. This was always supposed to happen, but Samsung initially said the phone would offer support for more colors.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps for Android, iOS rolling out gradient icon redesign
As we previously reported, Google Maps is now rolling out a new gradient icon on Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseGorilla Glass Ceramic 3 is designed to hold up to years of drops, debuts on Razr Fold
Corning has announced Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3, a new upgrade to smartphone cover glass that promises protection against years of drops, and it’s launching first on the upcoming Motorola Razr Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s new in Android’s March 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 ClosePitaka Galaxy S26 cases: Minimal bulk, maximum smarts
Innovation in the accessory space is rare these days, so it’s refreshing to see Pitaka, the maker of incredible cases for Galaxy phones, Pixels, and iPhones release its new lineup with a brand new feature: the Aaron Button.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Sideload 024: An overwhelming avalanche of slop
Welcome to The Sideload episode 24, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Daniel Bader back to the show. With the entire industry traveling for either Samsung or Mobile World Congress, Daniel and Will sit down to talk about the Galaxy S26 launch, before spiraling into a deep conversation on AI, the RAM shortage, SiriusXM curators, tech optimism, iPods, and much, much more.
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Expand Expanding ClosePixel Now Playing redesign with M3 Expressive rolling out
As we’ve been expecting, Google is rolling out a complete redesign of Pixel Now Playing with a dedicated app that’s available via the Play Store.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home just announced a bunch of Gemini, smart home updates rolling out now
Google has announced a number of updates to the Gemini for Home experience that include various fixes and improvements to voice controls for your smart home, addressing quite a few widespread and niche complaints.
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Today’s best Android game and app deals: House of Da Vinci, Dungeon Clawler, Dr. Seuss, more
Monday’s Android app deals courtesy of Google Play await below. Highlights this time around include 7Days: Offline Mystery Story, The House of Da Vinci, Blue Wednesday, Dungeon Clawler, Skel and Defense, and loads of Dr. Seuss apps. The Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order deals are still flying, and we also uncovered a chance to score Galaxy Watch 8 Classic at nearly 50% off with your purchase alongside up to 43% on Anker Prime chargers, docking stations, more as well as a new Amazon low on the official Google Pixelsnap Ring Stand. As for the apps, everything awaits below.
Read MoreSamsung’s Digital Home Key will work with UWB and NFC smart locks
Samsung is adopting the Aliro smart lock standard, run by the same team responsible for Matter. In Samsung Wallet, a new Digital Home Key function will be able to unlock your compatible smart locks with NFC and UWB technology.
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