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The final update to Android 16 QPR1 is rolling out with the November security patch for the 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This release is accompanied by an out of cycle Feature Drop.

Alongside the November 2025 Feature Drop, Google announced Private AI Compute to make Magic Cue on the Pixel 10 more powerful while remaining secure.

Google today is rolling out a November 2025 Pixel Feature Drop that is quite sizable and coming out of cycle. This update is still based on Android 16 QPR1.

The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) is getting its first notable update in months with the October 2025 security patch.

Wyze has just launched a new “Ultra Bodyscan” weight scale that works with Fitbit and Android Health Connect, but does a lot more than just take your weight.

Google Photos is getting more AI with big updates today for the conversational “Help me edit” experience and Ask Photos search.

According to new findings, Qualcomm is preparing its Snapdragon X Elite chips for future Android PCs.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is set for its biggest wireless charging upgrade in years, and it’s also more clear than ever that the company is adopting proper Qi2 magnets.

The YouTube TV and Disney feud continues to rage on, with the latest reporting suggesting that YouTube TV may now be the hang-up, as Disney has allegedly offered rates compared to other major TV providers, but YouTube TV still wants to pay less.

Google is rolling out the latest Find Hub app update on Android, while android.com now offers a comprehensive list of compatible devices.

Google has launched a new “excessive partial wake locks” metric for Android app developers that will result in Play Store warnings for end users.

Welcome to The Sideload episode 12, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Ben Schoon back to the show to discuss his experience using Gemini for Home, Google’s AI-optimized suite of tools now available in early access. It’s a surprisingly positive experience in Ben’s eyes, but does that just make its letdowns sting that much more? Plus, Ben and Will talk through how Gemini can shine on Google TV, whether it’s improving the right parts of Android Auto, and Ben’s favorite smartphone of 2025.

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After first debuting in September for one series of devices, Gemini for TV is now coming to the Google TV Streamer.

For several years now, Samsung has celebrated Earth Day by adding a new lineup of flagships to its “Certified Re-Newed” program. The company appears to be changing up its schedule, however, as the mainline Galaxy S25 series and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 are both now available months ahead of schedule.

Google Meet’s in-call emojis will no longer be limited to generic reactions as the service begins rolling out full library access to certain devices.

An insider report indicates that Samsung may have “noped” out on delivering the Galaxy S26 Edge alongside the traditional three devices, which pushes the Galaxy S26 series release up to its initially expected February launch timeframe.

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series was expected to be quite thin compared to past generations, but new rumors are clarifying that this probably won’t be the case, while also revealing the “Plus” model that just rose from the grave.

Samsung is starting to open up the One UI 8 beta to Galaxy Watch 5 users, all the while the Galaxy Watch 6 is getting its second beta update as the full release looms close.

One of the big bonuses of Samsung Health, the app you use for tracking workouts and data from Galaxy Watch, is that there’s no monthly cost. Samsung is now adding a subscription to the app, though, but only for new guided workouts that integrate with Galaxy Watch.