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Google TV and Android TV reportedly pushing for at least 16GB of storage on new devices
Android TV and Google TV have been around for a while and can be found on a variety of hardware, but often the biggest problem with the platform is its limited storage. According to a new report, Google is pushing for new Google TV and Android TV devices to ship with at least 16GB of storage.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can now get the AAWireless adapter for wireless Android Auto from Amazon
Wireless Android Auto has quickly become a reality for many thanks to the rise of aftermarket adapters, but some of them are still remarkably difficult to obtain. Now, the original wireless Android Auto adapter, AAWireless, is making its way to Amazon.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Google TV adding Nest Audio support soon, Fitbit/Wear OS and smart home integration later
Google TV has been on the market for almost two years at this point but has seen only a few major features added in that time. Now, just days after we reported on free live TV channels coming to Google TV, a new report reveals Google’s plans to bring Nest Audio support and integration with Fitbit and Wear OS to the platform.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung rumored to launch a foldable Android tablet alongside Tab S9 series
As Android tablets are getting some love and foldables continue to grow in popularity, rumor has it that Samsung is planning to debut a foldable Android tablet sooner rather than later.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 5.0 Beta hands-on: Top new features in Android 13 for Samsung devices [Video]
After we exclusively detailed a number of new functions and features in a pre-release One UI 5.0 Beta build, Samsung has quietly rolled out their Android 13 preview in a small pool of nations. Here are all of the biggest and most notable new additions.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid app deals of the day: Game of Life, Chronos Principle, Incognito Browser Pro, more
Monday’s best Android app deals are now up for the taking. Alongside today’s Google Play discounts, we are also tracking notable offers on Samsung’s just-refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 as well as TCL’s mid-range 20 Pro 5G smartphone, but for now we are focusing on the software. Highlights include Game of Life titles, The Chronos Principle, Baldur’s Gate, Galaxy Trader, Incognito Browser Pro, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung removed a Quick Settings slot from the notification tray in Android 13
Android 13 is here, at least in beta, for Samsung smartphones. The update is largely minor, but there’s one change that’s unfortunate. In Android 13, Samsung removed one of the Quick Settings shortcuts from the notification tray.
Expand Expanding CloseStadia launches ‘Party Stream’ to quickly share gameplay with friends
Google Stadia is expanding its live streaming features with “Party Stream,” an easy way to show your screen to friends, plus improvements to its YouTube streams.
Expand Expanding CloseFull Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 specs leak – here’s how they compare to Fold 3 and Flip 3
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 later this week, and now the full specs for both of those devices have leaked, leaving few surprises left for Samsung to reveal.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google 30W USB-C Charger $20, Skagen’s Gen 6 Wear OS Smartwatch $229, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by Google’s official 30W USB-C Fast Charger at $20. That’s alongside Skagen’s Gen 6 Wear OS Smartwatch at $229 and TCL’s mid-range 20 Pro 5G smartphone for $315. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo and OnePlus have halted sales in Germany
Oppo – an OEM that has a far-reaching consumer base – has officially withdrawn from selling devices in Germany. To follow, OnePlus has done the exact same thing, pulling all sales from its Germany website. While those who own OnePlus and Oppo-branded phones in the region will still see support, new customers will have to look elsewhere for the foreseeable future.
Expand Expanding CloseMontblanc Summit 3, the second Wear OS 3 watch, doesn’t have Google Assistant
Wear OS 3 is finally on its way to other smartwatches, but its first new option is lacking a major feature. The Montblanc Summit 3 lacks support for Google Assistant entirely.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle strikes back at Sonos in new lawsuit related to hotword detection
The saga continues this week, as Google has just filed a new lawsuit against Sonos just months after an unfortunate ruling that saw Sonos win and force Google to disable or break features for many of its products.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Launcher adds Play Store search on Android 13 as Google runs another survey
Pixel Launcher search is getting a big upgrade with Android 13, including the ability to query the Play Store. Meanwhile, ahead of the public launch, Google continues to survey users about the capability.
Expand Expanding CloseGboard adds ‘Flick input sensitivity’ setting, but it’s not for swipe typing
Gboard for Android recently introduced a setting called “Flick input sensitivity” for Japanese users, and not swipe/glide typing.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung details what’s new from Android 13 in One UI 5 beta
After the initial rollout began on Friday, Samsung today officially detailed the launch of its One UI 5 Open Beta Program and Android 13 for the Galaxy S22 series.
Expand Expanding CloseDiscounted $399 Pixel 6a after $50 Google or Amazon gift card ends Sunday [U]
With today’s Pixel 6a launch, the US Google Store’s pre-order bonus of Pixel Buds A-Series and boosted trade-in period has ended, but you can now essentially get the mid-ranger discounted to $399 after a $50 credit.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit removing Mac/PC syncing and music transfer this year
One way you synced the very first Fitbit devices was by connecting a dock to your desktop computer and plugging in the tracker. The widespread availability of smartphones has replaced the need for that, and the old “Fitbit Connect” app is going away this year, along with local music sync.
Expand Expanding CloseThis week’s top stories: Google ‘Wireless Device’ hits FCC, Galaxy Z Fold 4 leaks on Amazon, more
In this week’s top stories: an unknown ‘Wireless Device’ from Google appears at FCC, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 details leak via Amazon, Pixel series August update gets delayed, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 leak in real-life images, showing off new colors, display crease
We’re just a few days out from the debut of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 – Samsung’s new foldables have leaked in real-life images showing off new color options, the display crease, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music & Spotify media recommendations redesigned for Android 13 [U]
In recent days, YouTube Music has more widely rolled out support for Android 12’s media recommendations feature that prominently surfaces recent albums and playlists to start immediate playback.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to install the One UI 5 Android 13 Beta on Samsung Galaxy smartphones
Since the release of developer previews and beta versions of Android 13, we’ve been excited to get our hands on Samsung’s One UI version of Android 13. Now, One UI 5.0 beta is available to the public. This guide will show you how to sign up for it and install it on your device.
Expand Expanding CloseDigital Wellbeing’s Bedtime mode gets Android 13 redesign and wallpaper dimming
For Android 13, Google has redesigned how the Bedtime mode offered by Digital Wellbeing looks, while adding a rather useful “Dim the wallpaper” option.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung releases One UI 5.0 beta in the US – Here’s the full changelog
Earlier today, Samsung published the first One UI 5.0 beta in Germany and South Korea, and it’s now available for the US Galaxy S22 series.
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