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Samsung set to offer six years of Android updates on one of its cheapest phones
After boosting its software update policy on flagships to match Google Pixel, Samsung is now apparently bringing a massive six years of Android OS updates to one of its most affordable smartphones.
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Android’s Find My Device network is still finding its bearings, but some new hardware seems to be on the way, with a set of new trackers from “Rolling Square” promising compelling hardware that includes a siren and a glow-in-the-dark design.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube for Android TV frustratingly fuses the ‘like’ and ‘dislike’ buttons
Google is well known for tinkering, but the latest change is a fused ‘like’ and ‘dislike’ button in the YouTube app for Android TV.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra reportedly has even smaller bezels than iPhone 16 Pro Max
The bezel wars are largely over, but manufacturers keep pushing for thinner and thinner rails around the display. Following up on Apple’s impressively slim bezels on iPhone 16, Samsung is reportedly making the bezels on the Galaxy S25 Ultra even smaller.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to turn on Google Chrome’s AI-powered history search
One of the more exciting uses of AI in desktop Google Chrome lets you naturally search your browsing history, and here’s how to turn that capability on.
Expand Expanding CloseNest Learning Thermostat update improves display brightness, also adds manual control
By far the biggest complaint from the long-awaited Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) has been its dim display, but a new update should help with manual brightness controls now rolling out.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Buds Pro ‘touch and hold’ no longer reads notifications [U]
In addition to a change with the “Hey Google” hotword, some Pixel Buds Pro owners have been prompted about the “touch and hold” gesture no longer working to read notifications.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Internet sharing and Call casting widely rolling out with Cross-device services
Google announced the first wave of Android Cross-device services at the end of May, and we’re now seeing wide availability of Internet sharing and Call casting.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Legend of the Moon, Roundguard, and more
Your Tuesday afternoon collection of Android app price drops are now ready to go down below. Just be sure to also scope out the offers we are tracking on Anker’s 0.7-inch thick GaNPrime 100W 6-port power station, Google’s latest AI-equipped Pixel 8a smartphone at $100 off, and some of the best prices yet on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9+ at $300 off. As for the apps, we have titles like Legend of the Moon, Little Misfortune, The Sun Origin, Roundguard, some freebies, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MoreMeta strikes long-term deal with Ray-Ban maker following rumors of possible Google partnership
Smart glasses are still largely a dream as the hardware just doesn’t fit the vision yet, but there’s been significant progress. One shining example has been Meta’s Ray-Ban series of smart glasses, and that partnership has now been renewed for years to come.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps on Android Auto adds an easier ‘Add Stop’ button
Google Maps is picking up a couple of new features on Android Auto, with a new and much easier way to add a stop on your route.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle working on RCS encryption between Android and iPhone
With RCS rolling out on the iPhone yesterday, Google is looking ahead on new features including cross-platform end-to-end encryption (E2EE) between Android and iPhone.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini on the web gets Google Tasks and Keep Extensions
After rolling out to mobile for some, the Gemini Extensions for Google Keep and Tasks are now available in gemini.google.com.
Expand Expanding CloseThe best Android emulators for playing your favorite classic games [Video]
Gaming on mobile is super diverse, but sometimes you want to bust out some of the classics and game on the go. Android has a ton of emulators that let you play thousands of the best games from as far back as the 70s – here are some of our favorites.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 series won’t get bigger batteries as S25+ design leaks [Gallery]
Samsung’s design language for the Galaxy S25 series looks pretty much identical to years past, and it seems the Galaxy S25+ won’t change that, just like the whole series won’t see any battery changes.
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Deals: Unlocked Google Pixel 8a $100 off, Galaxy Tab S9+ $300 off, Google’s magnetic Pixel Watch Fast Charging Cable, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to go headlined by the new Google Pixel 8a smartphone with a solid $100 price drop both at Amazon and directly on the official storefront.
Alongside some of the best prices yet on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9+ with all configurations now seeing straight up $300 price drops for today only, we move back over to the Google camp with a price drop on the 2024 Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch and the very first deal on Google’s official magnetic Pixel Watch Fast Charging Cable at $25. All of those join a host of other accessories and charging gear you’ll find highlighted down below.
Fitbit app redesigns Heart Rate stats page
After last year’s revamp, Fitbit has been slowly updating more and more of the mobile app, with Heart Rate stats being the latest redesign.
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Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1 update is now rolling out to more Galaxy devices in the US
Glimpses of One UI 6.1.1 have been spotted in the last couple of days for newer devices like the Galaxy S24. However, Samsung’s newest OS in One UI 6.1.1 is beginning to roll out for more models in the US.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Samsung may release a rollable smartphone with a 12.4-inch display in 2025
According to a new report, competition in the foldable space has Samsung in a panic, and the company is revving up plans to launch a rollable smartphone as soon as next year.
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Find My Device prepares a ‘compass’ for finding trackers, likely for UWB support
Google’s rollout of the Find My Device network has been a bit less than ideal, but things are due to get better over time. One of the highly anticipated additions to Find My Device is support for UWB trackers, which the app appears to be preparing for with the addition of a “compass.”
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Google TV integrates with over 50 streaming services and apps, here’s the full list [U]
Perhaps the most useful thing about the new Google TV platform is the ability to aggregate and organize content from a variety of different sources. Which ones, though? Here’s a full list of streaming services and apps that Google TV supports.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing confirms launch of new ‘open’ audio device on September 24
Through its website this week, Nothing has confirmed plans to launch a new “open” audio product on September 24.
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Eve releases Matter-enabled version of its smart home light switch
Eve Systems has unveiled the Matter-enabled Eve Light Switch, marking a significant step in smart home technology. This switch allows seamless lighting control without changing bulbs and is compatible with single-pole and 3-way setups.
Read MoreADT’s new security system works with Google Home routines, like Nest Secure did [Gallery]
Following the death of Nest Secure, strong integration between ADT and Google promised to be a replacement. The original system wasn’t, but now that we’ve had a chance to try the new one, we’re glad to see that ADT now supports proper Google Home integration.
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