The numbers are in for Q1 2026 and, for the first time in a while, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra almost managed to crack the top 10.
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Pixel 10’s May 2026 update prevents you from installing older Android versions
With the May 2026 update, rolling out now, Google is implementing an anti-rollback measure on Pixel 10 series devices that prevents the installation of any older Android versions.
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Samsung is discounting a ton of Galaxy accessories including cases, chargers, more
If you’ve had your eye on any official Samsung Galaxy accessories lately, right now the company is offering a slight discount on nearly everything it offers.
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Amazon’s redesigned Photos app looks like a mix of Apple and Google Photos
Amazon Photos is getting a revamped app that looks like it was inspired by Google Photos in a few places – which is a great thing for users.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI phone reportedly lands early next year – do you want one?
Apparently, OpenAI is speeding up development on its first smartphone which could now debut as soon as early next year. Do you have any interest?
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home update delivers huge automation expansion, Nest Cam upgrades for all
Following months of improvements in early access, Google Home is launching some massive expansions to automations this week, as well as new Nest Cam improvements, both of which are available to all users.
Expand Expanding CloseXiaomi 17T series leaks with MediaTek chips, starting at €749 in Europe
A pair of leaks has revealed the upcoming Xiaomi 17T series, which have familiar designs but shuffled specs with a starting price of €749 in Europe.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo Legion Tab (Gen 5) launches in the US with 8.8-inch display, $849 worth of RAM
Lenovo has just opened up sales of its new Legion Tab (Gen 5) in the US, with the compact Android gaming tablet costing a whopping $849.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung leaked its ‘Wide Fold’ again, right alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 [Gallery]
Ahead of its rumored July launch event, Samsung continues to leak its upcoming “Wide Fold” through software, with new renderings appearing in One UI 9.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 11 Pro will ditch the temperature sensor, leak says – did you use it?
After three generations, Google is apparently saying goodbye to its built-in temperature sensor on Pixel 11 Pro.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s new face unlock hardware reportedly not debuting in Pixel 11 after all
According to a Pixel 11 leak, Google’s next flagship smartphone lineup won’t be adopting the new “Project Toscana” face unlock hardware after all.
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YouTube TV will keep The Weather Channel in new deal
The Weather Channel is a staple for many, but YouTube TV almost lost it before a new deal was struck.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid phones could get this impressive under-display face unlock tech pretty soon
Right as it’s been revealed that Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 probably won’t have new face unlock hardware, a new name is showing off some impressive under-display face unlock tech that could start showing up in Android devices as soon as next year.
Expand Expanding CloseWalmart’s new Google TV streamers are now available online for more buyers
Following a messy launch process over the past few weeks, Walmart’s new Google TV-powered Onn 4K Pro and Onn 4K streaming stick are now available online for more customers.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Flip 8 leak hints at a lighter flip phone with a smaller display crease
According to a new leak, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 will reportedly be a bit lighter and improve on its display crease, but it sounds like an underwhelming upgrade on the whole.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 11 leak reveals new camera hardware, Tensor G6 details, more specs
A major leak has just revealed virtually every important detail about the Pixel 11 series including a breakdown of Tensor G6, some hardware updates the camera, and where Google’s “Pixel Glow” feature might be shown.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini will get new third-party smart speakers, early listing reveals ahead of Google Home Speaker
Gemini is reviving the idea of a smart speaker for Google, with the upcoming “Google Home Speaker” being the first new hardware in years. Meanwhile, it sounds like we might also be seeing a revival of third-party smart speakers in the Gemini era, something we’ve not seen in quite a while.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home will roll out Gemini upgrades more widely in Europe, Asia-Pacific this week
Following an announcement in early April, Google says that Gemini for Home upgrades are set to roll out more widely in Europe and Asia-Pacific nations this coming week.
Expand Expanding CloseWhy would I want an AI agent to replace my phone?
You can’t go anywhere on the internet today without running into AI. In some cases, that’s useful. AI can do some amazing things. On the other hand, it often feels like we’re watching someone reinvent the wheel. Now, word on the street is that OpenAI wants to build its own phone with an experience built around AI agents. Put simply, I think that sounds horrible.
Expand Expanding CloseThis chart shows why the RAM shortage has become a ‘mageddon’
You’ve undoubtedly heard about the rising costs of RAM and storage over the past few months, but price hikes and yearly comparisons don’t always show the impact of the ongoing shortage. But a chart we recently saw really shows just how bad things are.
Expand Expanding ClosePrices hikes have arrived for OnePlus 15, Nothing phones, more
Smartphone price hikes have been called “inevitable” amid the ongoing RAM crisis, but many devices have held firm for a while. Now, though, they’re landing, with price hikes having just hit the OnePlus 15 and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, among others, in India.
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Galaxy Ring has dropped to $299 again, but you can save even more
Samsung is once again offering a discount on the Galaxy Ring health tracker, cutting the price to $299, but you can save even more than that.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases ‘AI glasses’ as it warns of the RAM crisis getting even worse in 2027
In its latest earnings call, Samsung has teased its upcoming AI glasses, but also painted a pretty bleak picture of the ongoing RAM crisis.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle expands ‘Preferred Sources’ to everyone so you actually see your favorite sites
Launched in the second half of 2025, Google is now expanding its “Preferred Sources” tool in Search to all users in all languages across the globe.
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