Ahead of Google’s Pixel 11 launch, 9to5Google has obtained an image of a new tracker called the “Google Pixel Tag” which has also started to appear in online listings.
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In 2013, Ben helped start an independent tech publication where he learned the skills used at 9to5Google including writing, product photography, and videography. He is located in the city of Winston-Salem in North Carolina where he lives with his wife Melissa. Ben is an avid disc golf player.
He primarily covers Android products, including Google Pixel devices, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, as well as devices from OnePlus, Oppo, Motorola, and more. Beyond just covering news about these products, Ben also spends time using these products himself, speaking from experience with the articles he writes. Some of Ben’s most recent hands-on reviews include; Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Watch 2, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Motorola Razr+, HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, and more.
Ben is also a leading source for information about Google’s Android TV, diving deeply into important parts of the platform including its powerful Operator Tier, explaining future changes to the platform, and reviewing its products such as Chromecast with Google TV, Nvidia Shield TV, and more.
In 2019, Ben leaked one of the first in-person photos of the Pixel 4 before later revealing the Recorder and Pixel Themes apps months ahead of launch. In 2020, Ben also reported on multiple upcoming Pixel devices including Pixel 5a and the first report of Google working on a foldable Pixel smartphone. That same month, he was also the first to correctly report the $49 price point of what became the Chromecast with Google TV.
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Review: The Galaxy Z Fold 8’s new shape isn’t for you – it’s for everyone
The appeal of a book-style foldable is obvious. A smartphone that opens up to something more expansive, more capable – just, more. Yet, the tall and narrow Galaxy Z Fold designs of yesteryear never fully resonated with the general public. As each generation has pushed itself a bit wider than the last, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is now here as Samsung’s first “ultra-wide” foldable. After spending over a week with it, I see why Samsung released two Galaxy Folds this year, and I figured out that this new Galaxy Z Fold 8 shape is the one made for everyone else.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 11 Pro Fold looks familiar, but maybe a bit thinner in official-looking images [Gallery]
A new batch of Pixel 11 Pro Fold images have hit the web, showing off Google’s new foldable in its green color with a familiar design that at least looks just a bit thinner than last year’s.
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Samsung Galaxy owners report battery drain, overheating with latest updates
While the July 2026 update is the one that supposedly fixes battery drain issues on Google Pixel smartphones, it’s apparently the cause of some battery drain and overheating issues for certain Samsung Galaxy devices.
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Spotify is introducing two new features this week including a “Running Mode” that can automatically match songs and playlists to the pace of your workout, as well as “User Notes” which let you leave notes throughout your library to refer to later.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung has another brand-new Galaxy Buds design, and they just leaked [Gallery]
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds lineup is relatively static, offering the occasional redesign or experimental form factor, but it seems the company is really looking to branch out in the near future. Alongside its first open-ear desgin, another new pair of Galaxy Buds have just leaked with an ear hook design.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases Android XR glasses, Galaxy Tab S12, S26 FE, and more
While announcing its first-ever loss in its mobile division, Samsung this week teased its Android XR glasses while also confirming the upcoming launches of Galaxy Tab S12 and Galaxy S26 FE later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says Pixel battery drain should be fixed in July and September updates
Google Pixel users have been running into battery drain issues for the past few months but, with the latest and upcoming updates, Google says it should be fixed – though early reports suggest otherwise.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s smartphone division just posted its first-ever loss amid RAMageddon
For obvious reasons, Samsung’s latest earnings call has seen the company report its first-ever loss in its mobile division despite “solid” smartphone sales.
Expand Expanding CloseSnapdragon chip prices are officially going up, maybe by ‘double digits’ [U]
Qualcomm is hiking prices on its already-expensive Snapdragon chipsets, a move that’s likely to make price hikes on Android devices all the more common.
Expand Expanding CloseRobot vacuums are included in US robot ban
The United States government has issued a ban on “advanced robotic devices” produced outside of the US, which has been confirmed to include robot vacuums.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s next pair of Galaxy Buds show off open-ear design in another leak [Gallery]
Rumored for months, Samsung’s “Galaxy Buds On” have shown up yet again with an open-ear design, but the bigger question at this point is when they’ll actually debut.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV is reportedly the #3 streaming OS in the US
When talking about streaming platforms in the US, Google TV is rarely in the conversation. Yet, according to new data, Google TV (and Android TV) has pretty comfortably locked in the #3 spot in the States, and that’s better than I expected.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 8 can automatically unlock screen rotation when you open it up
Samsung has quietly introduced a nice quality-of-life feature on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, where its new foldables can automatically unlock screen rotation when you use the inner display.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 11 in green probably inspired this unreleased Pixel Buds Pro 2 color [Gallery]
Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 series is just a couple of weeks away from launch and, according to leaks, green is one of the key colors – now we’re seeing it on Pixel Buds Pro 2, too.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung has restocked Galaxy Z Fold 8’s popular ‘Pistachio’ color, shipping in August
Following a brief sell-out and heavy delay on shipping, Samsung has seemingly restocked the “Pistachio” Galaxy Z Fold 8 in the US, with shipment dates moved up to August.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid’s Find Hub app now lets you remove old Bluetooth headphones & earbuds
The Find Hub app on Android is super useful for tracking down lost gear through the use of trackers or just other Android devices linked to your Google account, but it can easily get bogged down by filling up with every pair of Bluetooth headphones you’ve ever used. Finally, Google will let you remove Bluetooth headphones & earbuds from the Find Hub app on Android.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy phones add a Pixel-style dedicated Google Search bar on homescreen [Gallery]
As a part of its next major update, Samsung Galaxy phones are adding a dedicated Google Search bar on the bottom of the homescreen, just like Pixel phones.
Expand Expanding CloseHonor Robot Phone gets official camera specs, launches on the same day as Pixel 11
Honor has confirmed more details about its Robot Phone this week, including an official launch date on the same day as Google’s Pixel 11 launch.
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Samsung keeps pretending Galaxy phones have Qi2 magnets with new accessories
Samsung insists its Galaxy phones work with magnetic accessories, or at least that’s the vibe you’ll get scrolling through the company’s store. Despite its latest release yet again skipping built-in Qi2 magnets, Samsung continues to release more magnetic accessories with the launch of some new stands.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing rumored to launch its own smartwatch for ‘under $300’ – I hope it has Wear OS
Nothing might finally puts its name on a smartwatch, and it sounds like the perfect entry to also make the jump over to Wear OS.
Expand Expanding CloseWhatsApp launches web calling alongside new features: call transfer, waiting room
WhatsApp is officially launching support for taking voice and video calls on the web, as well as introducing a bunch of new calling features.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 11 leak details battery sizes & where some prices will technically drop
As if we’ve not seen enough already, yet another leak is reiterating some Pixel 11 details, including the higher starting storage, bigger batteries, and pricing in the UK.
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Samsung’s next major Android update forces you to reset your phone after 13 failed unlocks
Following the changes Google has made in Android 17, Samsung’s next major One UI update also implements much stricter lockdown restrictions, including permanently locking a Galaxy device after 13 failed unlock attempts.
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