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Amazon rebrands ‘Fire TV Stick 4K Plus’ amid backlash over sideloading removal on new VegaOS
Amazon’s replacement of Android on the Fire TV platform is underway and, well, customers aren’t very happy about it. Amid backlash over the removal of sideloading on new Fire TV Stick, Amazon has been caught censoring reviews, and also had to rebrand one of its other devices to prevent confusion.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 15 officially launches on October 27, new ‘Misty Purple’ color revealed [Gallery]
OnePlus has confirmed that it will launch the OnePlus 15 later this month, with a release date in China preceding the global debut. And, alongside that, we’re seeing the three new colors for the device.
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Android Auto update revives GameSnacks
Google has confirmed that the brief disappearance of GameSnacks on Android Auto was just a bug, and has since fixed the issue.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Live native audio more widely rolling out on Android
As announced alongside the Pixel 10 launch, Gemini Live is more widely rolling out native audio output for a “more responsive and expressive conversation” on Android.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus confirms official list of devices getting Android 16 starting in November
Announced on its forums this week, OnePlus has confirmed an official list of devices set to get its Android 16 update, OxygenOS 16, over the coming months.
Expand Expanding CloseNest Mini and Audio lights switching to new Gemini colors
Ahead of Gemini for Home early access coming at the end of October, Google is rolling out a firmware update that brings new light colors to the Nest Audio and Mini.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Dragon Quest Builders, Endurance, more
Your Thursday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll down below. Highlights include titles like Dragon Quest Builders, Endurance, Aces of the Luftwaffe, and more. Just be sure to also scope out the giant $400 price drop on Moto’s 2025 Razr+ flip phone and the Anker fall sale that’s now live at up to 50% off. All of the apps await below.
Read MoreGoogle confirms ‘Ask Photos’ isn’t available in some states, and face grouping might be to blame
Google’s AI-powered Ask Photos and conversational editing features are a large part of the Pixel lineup and other Android devices, but some reports say the features are missing. It might have something to do with Google’s “face grouping” function.
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Deals: 2025 Moto Razr+ giant $400 off, 144Hz 85-inch Google Smart TV at $648, Anker fall sale, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to roll starting off with a giant $400 price drop on Motorola’s 2025 Razr+ flip phone. Regularly $1,000, you’ll now find both colors down at the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon. Those offers also join the Anker fall sale that’s delivering up to 50% off a range of charging gear, magnetic accessories, and even some mystery gifts. Just be sure scope out this chance to land a 144Hz Hisense 85-inch Google Smart TV at $648, alongside everything else you’ll find waiting down below.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Camera 10.1 rolls out Material 3 Expressive redesign [U]
After debuting on the Pixel 10 (version 10.0), Google is rolling out the Pixel Camera 10.1 update to older devices with a handful of Material 3 Expressive tweaks.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus reveals Android 16 update with an iOS-like redesign and Apple Watch support
The OnePlus 15 is seemingly a short few months away, as it’s already been officially announced for both China and global markets. In order to launch a new phone, though, OnePlus also needs a new software build, and with Android 16 having been around for a while now, it’s time for OxygenOS 16’s official debut.
Expand Expanding CloseXiaomi commits to more rear displays after 17 series broke records
Whether it’s just a trend or not, the rear display isn’t going away soon. Xiaomi clarified that the company is committed to improving the rear display panel with its next Android device.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Auto starts enforcing Android 9.0+ requirement
After revealing the higher requirement over a year ago, Google has actually started enforcing that you’ll need to be running Android 9.0 or higher to install the latest Android Auto updates.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Galaxy S25 Edge failed so badly that Samsung might give up on thin phones
According to a new report, Samsung is giving up on ultra-thin phones anhd has canceled the Galaxy S26 Edge after seeing how big of a failure the Galaxy S25 Edge has been.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Stores offering 50% discount on some Pixel repairs this Saturday
Ahead of International Repair Day this week, Google Stores are marking the occasion with a “special offer” on a limited number of out-of-warranty Pixel repairs.
Expand Expanding Close[Fixed] It’s not just you: YouTube was down in widespread outage
As of Wednesday afternoon (PT), most users cannot watch YouTube videos, with various playback errors popping up.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat do you think of YouTube’s new video player redesign? [Poll]
After months of testing, Google is finally rolling out a redesigned video player for YouTube, with its new aesthetic reaching across practically every platform you can imagine. It’s a big change, and thanks to YouTube’s virtual monopoly on traditional long-form video content, it’s something everyone’s bound to have feelings on.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung pretends Galaxy phones have Qi2 with new magnetic wireless chargers [Gallery]
Samsung has been stubborn when it comes to the updated wireless charging standard that is Qi2, with the new standard adding MagSafe-style magnetic charging outside of the iPhone ecosystem. Google became the first major brand to embrace Qi2 with the Pixel 10 series, and while Samsung is rumored to finally be getting on board next year, the company has just release two new Qi2 wireless chargers that just remind Galaxy owners what they’re missing out on.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 [Gallery]
Android 16 QPR2 is a big quarterly update coming in December, with Beta 3 rolling out today for Pixel devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 for Pixel
The Android 16 Beta Program should be nearing completion with QPR2 Beta 3 for Google Pixel devices now available.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Kingdom Two Crowns, Patchwork The Game, more
This afternoon’s lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll with solid price drops on titles like Kingdom Two Crowns, Patchwork The Game, No More Buttons, and more. Just be sure to also scope out the discounts we have on Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, its mid-range 2025 A56 smartphone, and Nothing’s already-affordable CMF Watch 3 Pro down at $79 while you’re at it. All of the Android apps await below.
Read MoreGboard rolls out its own keyboard ‘Font size’ setting [U]
Besides a pill-shaped tweak for the Suggestion strip, Gboard’s next visual change is a dedicated keyboard Font size setting.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 Edge and Z Flip 7 FE hit record low prices, where they should be
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE launched at a price point that suggested much more than a rewrap of the previous flagship model, and the Galaxy S25 Edge fell to the same trap, though it had nothing to go on. Both devices are on sale and heavily discounted to prices they should have been at launch.
Expand Expanding CloseRoku’s next update adds AI voice support to answer all of your trivia-related questions
Google TV might be the platform of choice for Pixel fans, but Roku still maintains a massive hold over the streaming experience. With its latest update, the company’s delivering some pretty big enhancements to how search works on the platform — including the addition of AI voice support — while also adding live sports scores and making it much easier to start watching something during Friday movie nights.
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