Google’s Pixel 9a is shaping up to have an earlier launch next year, and as that nears, more information is coming out. But, apparently, Pixel 9a won’t see a price increase.
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Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro as the first two devices to equip Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
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Last year, Chrome introduced Memory and Energy Saver modes, and Google is now updating its desktop browser with Performance issue alerts.
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According to reports out of Korea, Samsung is exploring a new branding play for its Android smartphones that would be in addition to its iconic “Galaxy” name.
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We are ready to serve up today’s best deals just as Samsung kicks off its early Black Friday sale with the potential of nearly $2,000 in savings on smartphones, smart TVs, and much more. From there we move over to a solid one-day offer on the brilliant Sony XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones at $100 off the going rate, the return of all-time low pricing on Samsung’s Galaxy Book 4 Edge Copilot+ PC, and the very first deal on the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11 tablet. Those offers join a massive $699 price drop on Google’s 512GB Pixel 7 Pro, loads of charging gear deals, and more. Head below to scope it all out.
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With the latest beta version of Google Messages, some users are seeing the old text field accidentally return.
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Windows already allows Android phone connection in Phone Link, though it’s limited to photo access and a couple of other features. Through a system integration with File Explorer, Windows may soon allow users to view and edit Android phone files through PCs.
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Ahead of the full reveal later this week, OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 13 will get new hardware features, including an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
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Google’s mid-range Pixel lineup has offered great specs on the whole, but generally has a smaller battery than the flagship models. According to a new report, though, the Pixel 9a will have a way bigger battery, the same size as the company’s current flagship.
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Google TV has had a handy “Apps only” mode for quite some time that cuts down on clutter, but the feature is now showing ads and recommendations for a lot more users.
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The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
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The OnePlus Open was one of the best foldables of the past couple of years, delivering stellar hardware across the board. Its sequel hasn’t arrive just yet, but it’s shaping up to be even better, with leaked information hinting at a OnePlus Open 2 that brings wireless charging despite a much thinner design and a much bigger battery.
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Following last week’s update, Google has released the feedback survey for Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3. Our outstanding issue is Pixel Screenshots still not working, but captures now work consistently.
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This afternoon’s lineup of Android app price drops has now been collected for you down below courtesy of the Google Play storefront. On top of the app deals, we are also tracking the first price drops on Pebblebee’s “world-first” Google and Apple Find My item trackers, Samsung’s 2024 160MB/s EVO Select microSD card, new all-time lows on Galaxy Watch 7 models, Razer’s haptics-enabled Kishi V2 Pro Xbox Edition Android gamepad, and Samsung’s 2024 32-inch M8 smart monitor at $300 off. As for the apps, highlight include titles like Majotori, Dead Cells, The Room: Old Sins, Loop, Skul: The Hero Slayer, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals.
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The OnePlus 13 is right around the corner and set to offer a gigantic battery, as well as support for magnetic wireless charging – sort of.
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One of the controversial aspects of Samsung’s upcoming One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, is the decision to split notifications and Quick Settings into two different panes. But, as it turns out, that won’t be forced.
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The Google Store’s Refurbished section has been empty for a few years now, but that’s changing today with a “Certified Refurbished Phone program” for the Pixel 6 and newer in the US.
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Windows 11 Phone Link has taken on a new settings page that no longer allows users to remove existing Android devices.
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After launching in the US this May and six more countries in August, Google Search is bringing AI Overviews to more than 100 countries and territories worldwide.
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9to5Toys Steals is a new bite-sized deal format we are launching to enhance our highly-personalized and hand-curated coverage of the best deals across the internet. The 9to5Toys content we all know and love isn’t going anywhere – it’s more motivated and successful than it ever has been. 9to5Toys Steals is just a new way to expand our reach, highlight notable price drops in product categories we don’t already feature on a regular basis, and save you even more money.
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Now sitting alongside the best offers we have spotted on the new Galaxy Tab S10+/Ultra to date, today’s deals are headlined by a sizable $300 price drop on Samsung’s 2024 model 32-inch M8 (M80D) Smart Monitor. From there we move over to some fresh new OnePlus Halloween offers that are delivering a FREE $230 OnePlus Watch 2R with select purchases alongside the return low on the Xbox Edition of Razer’s Kishi V2 Pro Android gamepad, and new Amazon all-time lows on just about all Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 models starting from $232. Head below for today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break where you’ll also find deals on charging gear, Samsung microSD cards, and more.
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Google is expected to launch a major update to Quick Settings in Android 16, and one of those new updates may include the ability to resize individual tiles.
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Just over a year after it was previewed, YouTube Music for Android and iOS have finally replaced “Listen again” with a new “Speed dial” section.
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Google and Ford have collaborated on big updates for Android Auto on the automaker’s electric vehicles for routing and finding charging stations.
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