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New report pins Q4 release date for Samsung’s ‘tri-fold’ and Galaxy Z Flip FE
Samsung’s newest additions to its struggling foldable lineup, a “tri-fold” device and a budget-oriented Galaxy Z Flip FE, are allegedly set to debut in Q4 of this year, a bit later than some expected.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: EXIT Curse of Ophir, Rush Rally 3, Point, more
Your Monday afternoon edition of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll courtesy of Google Play. Just be sure to check out some of the particularly notable deals we are tracking today on hardware like Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 at up to $119 off, the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) at $171, and Google Pixel Tablet from $248, not to mention the ongoing Amazon all-time low on the Google TV Streamer (4K). As for the apps, highlights include titles like EXIT – The Curse of Ophir, Rush Rally 3, Point., and more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MoreGoogle Messages Sensitive Content Warnings for nudity rolling out
Following last year’s announcement, Google Messages is rolling out Sensitive Content Warnings that blur nude images on Android.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home app gets detailed release notes for each update
The Google Home app is bucking the trend of how most first-party products lack meaningful update release notes.
Expand Expanding CloseCMF Phone 2 Pro has a dual-tone design and improved camera in latest teasers [Gallery]
Nothing’s upcoming CMF Phone 2 Pro is just days away from its full debut, with the device now being revealed in full with a new dual-tone design, as well as a camera that seems a little too good to be true.
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy Ring $220 off, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) $171, Pixel Buds Pro 2, more
Alongside the launch of Best Buy’s weeklong Outlet Sale, we are now tracking some serious opportunities to save on Geek Squad refurbished gear and some open-box listings with full warranties attached. Firstly, we have one of the best prices ever on all sizes and colors of the Samsung Galaxy Ring at $220 off, much like the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) at up to $109 off and the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are $119 off. From there it’s over to some monitors deals – Samsung’s latest 27-inch 4K UHD 144Hz Odyssey G7 G70D gaming monitor at its best price ever and a $300 price drop on the M8 Smart Monitor. Everything else awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo shows off its next 8.8-inch Legion Tab with vague AI promises [Gallery]
Lenovo’s Legion Tab (Gen 3) only hit the global market a few short months ago, but a new generation is already in the works and has just been shown off for the first time.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube bug causes barren homepage, Google investigating
Some users have reported a new YouTube homepage bug that allows the recommendation page to appear with few or no videos. YouTube is aware of the new bug and seems to be working on a fix.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13T has a 6,260 mAh battery as first camera samples arrive [Gallery]
The OnePlus 13T – otherwise known as the “Mini” – is officially launching on April 24 as the company has confirmed some key specs, including the battery size, and shared some initial camera samples too.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to enable Google TV ‘News Briefs’ on Streamer, Chromecast
After previously announcing and testing in January, Google TV is more widely rolling out Gemini-powered “News Briefs” on Ambient mode.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Wallet’s ‘installment payments’ and money sending features surface
While Samsung Wallet has remained steady in feature releases over the past couple of years, two new features in the pipeline are likely to change how users interact with the app on a daily basis. Those Samsung Wallet features include a new installment payment function and a money-sending tool. Both get an early look in a recent Samsung Wallet leak of the beta release.
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Android Auto 14.2 starts rolling out, removes confusing hint at ‘Glasses’
After debuting in beta earlier this month, Google has started the rollout of Android Auto 14.2 to the masses, and with the removal of some confusing strings about “Glasses.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle DeepMind on what’s next for Gemini, AGI, and AI self-awareness
60 Minutes interviewed Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis on “what’s next for AI,” with a hint about where Gemini is going.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Calculator 8.7 rolling out with a spacing tweak
On average, Google updates Android’s Calculator app once a year, and version 8.7 in 2025 makes just one straightforward change.
Expand Expanding CloseYes, Android 16 Beta 4 tweaked the Pixel’s status bar clock
In addition to Dynamic Color for some of the always-on display (AOD) clocks, Android 16 Beta 4 tweaks the time in the status bar.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat features do you get with Gemini Advanced? [April 2025]
Gemini Advanced is the paid version of the Gemini app with more capabilities, including early access to features, that’s available through the Google One AI Premium tier. As of April, here’s what you get when you pay $19.99 per month (in the US).
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Automatic dark theme remains broken on latest Google Pixel update
Dark mode is something that users wanted for years, and is now a standard option across Android and the vast majority of apps. One useful option in Android is setting dark theme to activate and deactivate based on the time of day, but that’s broken on the latest Google Pixel update.
Expand Expanding CloseSome home office essentials I simply can’t live without
A happy working environment has always been a priority, but even more so now that more people than ever are working from home. Here are a few of the home office essentials I’ve accrued and think might help out if you are building a setup of your own.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 050: A Sky Full of Astra
Welcome to episode 50 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk about the lack of One UI 7 and Gemini Live’s Astra camera/screen sharing already going free.
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Motorola’s 2025 Razr flagship has dust resistance, 3 years of updates in new leak
Following the reveal of specs and “Razr Ultra” branding yesterday, another new leak shows the new Motorola Razr flagship again, this time with dust resistance and with an underwhelming software support schedule.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (3) won’t launch for at least three more months, Carl Pei confirms
We’ve already gotten a new mid-range release from Nothing this year, but what many have been waiting for is a new flagship release in the Nothing Phone (3), and now we’ve got a better idea of its release date.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 Beta 4 bug removes long-press for lockscreen shortcuts
In what’s most likely a bug, some Android 16 Beta 4 users no longer have to long-press lockscreen shortcuts.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Amazon will begin to ditch Android base for Fire TV later this year
It’s been expected for a while now, but according to a new report, Amazon is set to do away with the Android foundation for its Fire TV streaming devices, with the replacement launching later this year.
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Samsung resumes One UI 7 rollout for foldables
Following a delay that hit quickly after the initial rollout, Samsung has resumed its One UI 7 rollout for foldables including Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6.
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