After appearing in previous leaks, Android Auto’s widget selection is resurfacing as launch approaches.
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Gemini for Android Automotive is rolling out soon, even if your car isn’t brand new
After releasing for Android Auto, Gemini is replacing the Google Assistant on vehicles with Android Automotive.
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The Razr Fold’s details and pricing are officially out from behind the curtain, and Motorola has confirmed pre-orders will open very soon after teasing the foldable since January.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV playing ‘muffled’ audio from NBC channels
YouTube TV is reportedly experiencing audio issues, but only with NBC’s local programming channels.
Expand Expanding CloseFirst Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro update brings stability fixes, rolling out
The first Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro update brings stability fixes for select regions, for now.
Expand Expanding CloseClicks Communicator shipping timeline is confirmed, but it won’t start until the end of the year
Several months after appearing as a preview at CES 2026, the Clicks team is sharing updates on when the Clicks Communicator will release and ship to reservation holders, and it’s hoping to get them out by the end of the year.
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Galaxy Watch 8 Classic drops to $199, but only in one color
The white edition of the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is 60% off its retail price of a hard-to-swallow $499. At $199, though, it’s a no-brainer.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Wallet ‘Trips’ wants to create a more seamless travel experience than Calendar
The new ‘Trips’ grouping in Samsung Wallet will become the go-to spot for reservations, tickets, and other travel plans.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Ecovacs’ all-in-one window cleaning robot is a game-changer, for some
Window cleaning robots have never really taken as much of the spotlight as robotic vacuums or, more recently, lawn mowers. Still, the new W3 Winbot from Ecovacs is worth your attention if you have any windows that are taller than you are.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini for Android Auto reverting to Assistant in bizarre bug, Google is aware
Vehicles with Gemini for Android Auto are reverting back to an outdated Google Assistant due to a strange bug after updating to the latest version.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s delayed Android XR glasses, the ones with a display, showed up in One UI 9
Android XR glasses are all on the table for the upcoming year, but Samsung’s initially expected lineup is reportedly growing by one more device.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app’s ‘Temporary Chat’ icon looks a little different suddenly
The Gemini app’s Temporary Chat icon has suddenly changed to something that screams “temporary” far less.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI rolls out GPT-5.5 with improved contextual understanding, Plus and up
OpenAI just announced that ChatGPT is getting a model upgrade to GPT-5.5. The company says the model will bring better results because of changes to how it understands context.
Expand Expanding CloseLeaked One UI 8.5 changelog details Galaxy S25’s stable update with AirDrop, more
The One UI 8.5 changelog for the Galaxy S25 series appeared online, signaling what could be a rollout in the coming days. It includes a ton of features, including Quick Share’s new AirDrop capabilities for the Galaxy S25 series.
Expand Expanding CloseThose ‘new’ EU battery regulations probably won’t mean hot-swap batteries for your Android phone
EU battery regulations originally published in 2023 are starting to make the rounds again, as the 2027 implementation deadline is fast approaching. With renewed attention, there are a few things to clear up regarding what the “new” regulations mean for Android devices.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola confirms Razr (2026) launch date, new colors in ‘something new’ teaser [Video]
Motorola has teased its next-gen Razr phones enough already, but that won’t stop them from releasing a new teaser that confirms the Razr (2026)’s April 29 launch date and new colors.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle renames brand-new ProducerAI music editor to ‘Google Flow Music’
In addition to new features for Google’s new music production tool, ProducerAI is already getting a name change to Google Flow Music.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus officially says it is ‘evaluating’ its future in Europe
The future of OnePlus is becoming clearer as evidence of the company’s efforts to restructure comes from those who have left the company. The latest official word from once-global OEM is reportedly that OnePlus is “evaluating its regional roadmap” with evidence of a change in Europe’s market.
Expand Expanding CloseReview: Ecovacs’ best robot mower has a weed eater now
It only makes sense that if you’re going to develop a robot lawn mower, it should be able to trim, too. Ecovacs’ Goat A3000 Pro does just that, giving it an edge over others.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Watch 4 looks ready for a global debut in leaked packaging, if it gets the chance
Even with the rumors that OnePlus is falling by the wayside and shutting doors, the expected OnePlus Watch 4 from the brand is reportedly being readied for a global debut, according to a recent leak.
Expand Expanding CloseHonor’s new phone has a battery over twice the size of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra, nearly 11,000 mAh
Honor may equip one of its upcoming devices with an 11,000mAh battery, according to recent reports. That would mean a capacity twice as large as anything Samsung has put in a phone sold to consumers.
Expand Expanding CloseReview: Fender’s Elie 12 is a do-it-all party speaker with party tricks
Even though Fender Audio isn’t steeped in the world of Bluetooth audio, the Elie 12 makes a statement as part of the brand’s entry lineup. It’s a do-it-all speaker that somehow combines minimalist design with maximalist function and sound.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy devices ditch some image data using AirDrop over Quick Share, fix coming
After a monumental update allowed Galaxy S26 phones to share with Apple’s iOS devices using AirDrop, some users are reporting that shared images are missing location and camera data.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube will start showing fewer ads during livestreams, if the vibe is right
YouTube has been under a microscope in recent months for increased ad frequency during videos and livestreams, whether purposeful or not. The most recent platform update affects livestream viewers by showing fewer ads under certain conditions.
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