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AirDrop support exists on Android, but only on Google Pixel phones. There was word that Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series might further expand that, but the Galaxy S26 series does not support AirDrop just yet, but it might soon.

After rolling out to iOS in August, Google Photos for Android now lets you create stickers from your images.

As satellite connectivity has started to become a more standard offering in smartphones, Samsung is finally adding proper support with its Galaxy S26 series, as well as older Galaxy devices.

Samsung’s standout color for the Galaxy S26 series is its “Cobalt Violet,” and while I’m always down for purple smartphones, this one is underwhelming simply because it can’t decide what it wants to be.

Following an initial preview at CES 2026 earlier this year, the Clicks Communicator is getting an update regarding its software support, chipset, and what physical keyboard layouts will be supported.

Pixel Studio was introduced in 2024 with the Pixel 9 alongside Screenshots and Weather. In light of other Google image generation features and integrations, Pixel Studio is going away.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series may not have built-in magnets, but that hasn’t stopped the company from going all-in on magnetic accessories. The latest is a neat little magnetic case for Galaxy Buds 4.

Android Auto is already one of the biggest upgrades you can have to your car, but the arrival of wireless adapters has really taken things up a notch. Ottocast is one brand offering a ton of different wireless Android Auto adapters but, beyond just ditching the cable, these add some extra features too.

The company has been around since 2009, starting out with early CarPlay decoder solutions before shifting focus to wireless connectivity and AI-powered in-car upgrades. Today, Ottocast offers everything from simple wireless adapters to full standalone Android systems for your car’s display.

Ottocast offers a ton of different wireless Android Auto adapters but, beyond just ditching the cable, these add some extra features too. Use the coupon code NTF15 at checkout to save 15% on any of the products below.

The Motorola Razr Fold doesn’t need to get the leak treatment right before it’s announced because the company already gave us a sneak peek at the beginning of the year. What wasn’t known, however, was what Motorola’s flashy FIFA special edition Razr Fold would look like.

After we spotted earlier this week, Google Messages is beginning to roll out its new real-time location sharing powered by Find Hub.

This is the second time Google has adjusted how privacy icons appear in the status bar recently. This time, Android 17 Beta 2 simplifies the privacy icons with more instantly recognizable designs.

Android 17 Beta 2 has officially been released by Google. Its aim seems to be privacy, as new features like a limited-access contact picker and EyeDropper API are bundled in this early Android 17 beta build.

Android 17 Beta 2 fell into our laps today, and unlike Google’s first build, this one is chock full of new features, including an all-new windowing mode that takes bubbles to the next level.

Google today released Android 17 Beta 2 for Pixel devices. This comes less than two weeks after the first release.

Less than two weeks after the inaugural release, Android 17 Beta 2 is already rolling out to Pixel devices.

We’re only about four months into an ongoing memory crisis across the globe, but we’re already seeing some massive consequences spawning from this AI-driven demand. As expected, those very same consequences are coming for the smartphone market, with one firm expecting 160 million fewer sales compared to 2025.

Google is now beginning to roll out the “Past Chats” feature to free users of the Gemini app around the world.

Whether it’s because of increased chip costs, inflation, or a combination of both, Samsung is putting users in a tough spot. The Galaxy S26 series is filled with technically excellent devices, but the only one worth buying might be the one that costs $1,299.

As you must know by now, the new Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-orders are live alongside the Galaxy Buds 4/Pro, and some giant discounts are too. You can land a regularly $1,300 Galaxy S26 Ultra as low as $400 right now and there some serious accessory bonuses live. But we also spotted some new chances to save: Here’s how you can score the new Galaxy Buds 4 Pro for FREE with your order and you’ll also find a way to score a FREE 2x storage upgrade alongside up to $200 in gift cards as well. All that and then some awaits below. 

Google today announced Nano Banana 2 as its latest image model rolling out now to the Gemini app.