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Android 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.
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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 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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Deals: Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic nearly 50% off w/ S26+ and Ultra orders, Anker charging sale, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to save big Galaxy Watch 8 or the regularly $500 Galaxy Watch 8 Classic down at $282 (nearly 50% off with Galaxy S26+/Ultra orders). We are also featuring a host of new deals with up to 43% off Anker Prime chargers, docking stations, and more from $30 and a chance to upgrade your wrist game with all official Galaxy Watch 8/Classic and Ultra bands at 30% off. Head below for a closer look at the details.
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Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra shipped early for at least one person
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to start shipping next week, but one user reportedly received their model a little early.
Expand Expanding CloseEarly Galaxy S27 Ultra rumor says Samsung might finally upgrade its main 200MP sensor
We’re still more than a week away from Samsung’s Galaxy S26 trio hitting store shelves, leaving plenty of time for fans to take advantage of some solid pre-order deals. But if this year’s refined design and Privacy Display haven’t convinced you to upgrade, say, your aging Note 20 Ultra, our first S27 Ultra rumor suggests you might be better off waiting after all.
Expand Expanding CloseThe adorable Androids of MWC 2026 are ready for your XR glasses demo [Gallery]
As per usual, Google is at MWC 2026 in Barcelona this week with its Android Avenue setup, including a host of adorable little Android figures all over the place, building an Android sign, as well as preparing for your chance to take Google’s Android XR glasses for a spin.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing just revealed Phone (4a)’s colors, but Phone (4a) Pro remains a mystery [Gallery]
Ahead of its full launch later this week, Nothing just showed off the new colors of its Phone (4a) series at MWC 2026, in the most Nothing way possible.
Expand Expanding CloseHonor says its Robot Phone launches later this year with 200MP gimbal camera [Gallery]
While the Honor Magic V6 is the brand’s biggest announcement at MWC 2026, the Robot Phone and humanoid robot are perhaps the ones the company is more excited about. While no one has really had a chance to use the Robot Phone yet, Honor says it will launch the device later in 2026.
Expand Expanding CloseQualcomm debuts its first Wi-Fi 8-ready chip, commits to launching 6G networks by 2029
Qualcomm’s taking Mobile World Congress by storm, with a collection of networking-centric announcements set to lay the groundwork for the next decade of connectivity.
Expand Expanding CloseQualcomm announces Snapdragon Wear Elite for next gen of Wear OS, Galaxy Watch
At MWC 2026, Qualcomm announced the premium Snapdragon Wear Elite for Wear OS and other AI form factors.
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