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Pitaka Galaxy S26 cases: Minimal bulk, maximum smarts
Innovation in the accessory space is rare these days, so it’s refreshing to see Pitaka, the maker of incredible cases for Galaxy phones, Pixels, and iPhones release its new lineup with a brand new feature: the Aaron Button.
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Samsung has been sending out ads for new phones through notifications for years now, but for the Galaxy S26 series, those are now arriving from a new source via the Samsung Health app.
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Mid-week Android game and app deals: Rush Rally 3, Macabre Journey, Cultist Sim, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app awaits below, including titles like Rush Rally 3, Rush Rally Origins, The Macabre Journey: Dark 3D, Cultist Simulator, Save the Puppies Premium, Stickman Master Premium, and more. Just remember, there is only one week left for Galaxy S26 pre-order deals – exclusive $180 store credit, up to $900 off with trade, and more. Head below for today’s apps.
Read MoreGoogle vs Epic Games dispute ends as ‘registered’ Android app stores, lower fees roll out this year
The long-running Google vs Epic Games dispute has finally come to an end, with Google today announcing new changes to Android that include better support for third-party app stores and changes to Google Play.
Expand Expanding CloseESR’s new Galaxy S26 cases add the magnets that Samsung forgot about
Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 series has arrived, but without the built-in magnets you’ll find on the latest iPhones or Google’s Pixel phones. Don’t fret, though, as ESR has arrived to fill the gap.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle responds to wrongful death lawsuit in Gemini-related suicide
A recent lawsuit was filed against Google this week, alleging wrongful death caused by the company’s AI model. Google has since put out a statement in response to the lawsuit that presents a case where Gemini was able to convince Jonathan Gavalas to live out real-life dangerous missions, and ultimately end his life.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (4a) Pro teaser hints at return of the Glyph Matrix display
Ahead of its launch tomorrow, Nothing has just dropped what appears to be the first teaser for Nothing Phone (4a) Pro which reveals that the phone, which has been a mystery thus far, will apparently have a Glyph Matrix display on the back.
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Google Pixel’s new Now Playing app breaks third-party history tools
Google Pixel’s well-known and beloved Now Playing experience just became its own app, which is great, but it comes at the apparent expense of some third-party history tools that have completely stopped working since the change.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 10a review: Better than you’ve heard
Trying to review the Pixel 10a feels like trying to bridge two completely separate narratives into one cohesive story.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S10 Lite up to 52% off, Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers from $11 each, Lenovo OLED IdeaPad, more
As the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order deals roll on (you have one week left to take advantage of them), today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is is ready to go with a chance to land Galaxy Tab S10 Lite at up to 52% off, alongside Samsung’s UWB SmartTag 2 item tracker 4-pack at $45 ($11 each). We also have Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PC hitting a new all-time low at $417 off joining a solid discount on Anker’s latest 26,250mAh 3-port power bank with the wireless charging station. Head below for a closer look at everything.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s Galaxy S26 trio all use an extra NFC antenna for easier payments
The conversation around Samsung’s latest flagship series might center around how similar they are to their respective predecessors — a complaint that has echoed through the last few generations, if we’re being honest — but that doesn’t mean your future Galaxy S26 device doesn’t have a few secret upgrades hidden up its sleeve.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel March 2026 update fixes 16 issues: Pixel 10 GPU, battery, more
Besides the new features introduced with Android 16 QPR3, the March 2026 Pixel update includes several bug fixes across Audio, Camera, Display & Graphics, Framework, Telephony, and User Interface.
Expand Expanding CloseChatGPT update curbs ‘cringe,’ cuts down on answer refusals
OpenAI announced that it’s rolling out an update, bringing the model to ChatGPT-5.3 Instant. The update is said to prevent the model from focusing on lead-up explanations, with the goal of providing more concise and consistent help.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel homescreens are getting custom icons, but Google’s keeping them locked to AI
If there’s one big complaint about Google’s Pixel UI experience, it’s the lack of customization. Rivals like Samsung and OnePlus offer easy theming tools with deep personalization options, but on Pixel, your icon options are primarily limited to Material You’s dynamic colors. That’s finally changing with today’s Pixel Drop, though it might not be exactly what you’ve been wanting from Google.
Expand Expanding CloseFind Hub adds Google Messages integration, lost luggage sharing with airlines
Alongside the March 2026 Pixel Drop, Google today announced new Find Hub integrations with Google Messages and airlines to help find lost luggage.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch Feature Drop: Express Pay, phone reminders, and more
With the March 2026 Pixel Drop, the Pixel Watch is also getting a sizable update with new features and backports.
Expand Expanding CloseMarch 2026 Feature Drop: Pixel 10 ‘Comfort’ view, custom AI icons, At a Glance ‘My commute,’ & more
With the Android 16 QPR3 update, Google today announced the March 2026 Feature Drop and this is a pretty sizable release.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 QPR3 rolling out with March 2026 security update
Android 16 QPR3 is rolling out today with the March 2026 security patch for the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 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, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel 10a. We also have the latest Pixel Feature Drop.
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Today’s best Android game and app deals: Skul Hero Slayer, Bud Spencer & Terence Hill, Defenchick, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready for you below, including titles like Bud Spencer & Terence Hill – S, Broken Sword: Reforged, Defenchick, Skul: The Hero Slayer, Universe Invader 2: Premium, Slime Craft, and more. Just be sure to dive into the ongoing pre-orders deals for the new Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra as well as this rare deal on Samsung’s official Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger from $35 alongside this 4-pack of Moto Tag UWB Android Find Hub trackers and another rare discount on Google Pixel 10 with a physical SIM card tray at $200 off. All of the apps are waiting below.
Read MoreGoogle Chrome is switching to a two-week release cycle
Later this year, Google will release major updates for its Chrome browser on all platforms every two weeks to “get features [out] faster.”
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Deals: Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger $35, Google Pixel 10 $200 off, Pixelsnap Ring Stand, Moto Tag from $15 each, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break features the ongoing deals on Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-orders, but we also have a rare discount on Unlocked Google Pixel 10 units with the physical SIM card tray at $200 off as well as a new Amazon low on the official Google Pixelsnap Ring Stand for Pixel 10. From there we move over to a rare price drop on the 4-pack of Moto Tag UWB Android Find Hub trackers at $60 ($15 each) and this offer on Samsung’s official Galaxy Magnet Wireless Charger from $35. Head below for a closer look at the details.
Expand Expanding CloseTCL finally put AMOLED behind its NXTPAPER display, and the result is stunning [Gallery]
TCL’s NXTPAPER display tech has been something I’ve been keeping my eye on for years now. The anti-glare look alone has sold me time and time again, and TCL has only been improving it in recent years. But after seeing TCL finally put AMOLED behind NXTPAPER, I’m sold, and I want more right away.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung prepares March 2026 security update for Galaxy devices
Galaxy devices will receive another One UI security update soon as Samsung makes the March 2026 security patch official with important fixes.
Expand Expanding CloseA persistent YouTube bug is placing immovable ads in fullscreen videos
The YouTube app for Android and iOS is currently suffering from an irritating bug that doesn’t seem to be new. The bug places ads over YouTube videos that can’t be dismissed.
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