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Another week in the Android world is behind us, and this one was just as eventful as any other. One of the sneakily great features in Google Messages is getting better, we’re seeing even more of the Pixel 10 in leaks, Home Assistant is getting a nice update, and more!
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Android Is Preparing to Force Apps Into Dark Mode
People who prefer Dark Mode tend to really prefer Dark Mode. It’s easier on the eyes, especially when you’re scrolling late into the night. But not every app supports dark mode, and that can be frustrating. Android is working on that. Continue reading…
Android’s Linux Terminal Is Getting a New Feature
The addition of a Linux terminal to Android was long overdue, and makes Android a lot more useful aside from just Android apps. Now, it just got a lot more useful with the addition of a brand new feature: support for graphical apps. Continue reading…
Google Maps Hits Reverse and Brings Back Crucial Navigation Feature
Google Maps is one of the most popular navigation apps around, so when something drastic changes, people notice. Earlier this week, an update removed media playback controls during navigation. Google said the change was a “bug,” and thankfully, they’re back. Continue reading…
Microsoft’s Handy Android App Can Now Remotely Lock Your PC
One of the best services Microsoft offers is the “Link to Windows” app for Android devices. It allows you to seamlessly sync a bunch of stuff from your phone to your PC. Now, Microsoft is making it even better for controlling your computer from your phone. Continue reading…
Samsung’s Next One UI 8 Beta Should Arrive Next Week
Samsung has been busy releasing a slew of One UI 8 betas based on Android 16 for phones and Wear OS 6 for Galaxy watches. While the last One UI 8 beta for the Galaxy S25 series was back in June, today we learned that the fourth and likely final beta could arrive next week. Continue reading…
This Phone Has a Massive 7,000 mAh Battery
These days, the most you can get on a regular-sized smartphone is a 5,000 mAh battery. While that’s pretty good, that’s now gotten boring, hasn’t it? One company is trying to double down and has just launched a 7,000 mAh battery, which might be enough to end your battery life complaints forever. Continue reading…
One of Our Favorite Samsung Galaxy Features Is About to Get Better
Your Galaxy phone’s lock screen is about to get even more useful. Samsung’s “Now Bar,” one of our favorite new One UI features, will soon be expanding its reach dramatically. And if you own a Galaxy Z Flip, you’re in for an extra treat. Continue reading…
New Android Phones Are About to Have Much Faster Wireless Charging Speeds
Qi2 was the first major update to the ubiquitous wireless charging standard in 15 years, yet it hasn’t been the huge win everyone expected. The Wireless Power Consortium is hoping to change that with another upgrade: Qi2 25W. Continue reading…
Home Assistant Is Getting Better on Android
Home Assistant is the best way to build your own smart home experience, and the Android app is one way to check your devices and update settings. The Home Assistant team has announced a few upcoming updates for the Android app, but those updates will also end support for some ancient devices. Continue reading…
Google Photos Is Getting New Uncanny Valley AI-Generation Tools
Google Photos is one of the company’s most popular apps, and it continues to evolve beyond just a storage solution. Now, Google is trying to make it a creative playground, giving you new ways to interact with your pictures and transform them into something new. Continue reading…
Google Messages Is About to Make a Top Feature Even Better
It seems like Google Messages is getting an exciting new feature or update every few weeks, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. Text messaging is an extremely important communication tool, but if you’ve ever received a message you didn’t want, we have good news. It looks like Google’s sensitive content filters are about to get better. Continue reading…
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra Gets the Big One UI 8 Update
While the fancy new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series is the first watch running Wear OS 6 and Samsung’s One UI 8 update, those with last year’s Galaxy Watch Ultra are in for a treat. Ahead of schedule, Samsung just announced that One UI 8 is rolling out today to the Watch Ultra. Continue reading…
This New MagSafe Charger Hangs on an Outlet
The TwelveSouth PowerBug will combine a simple MagSafe and USB charger into one minimalist design that you can plug in pretty much anywhere you find an outlet. It’s designed to get rid of those annoying cords while keeping your phone upright, whether in portrait or landscape mode. Continue reading…
Google Just Couldn’t Hold The Pixel 10 Until August
Google does things a lot differently from most other Android OEMs. And one of the things it does differently is that it’s really bad at preventing leaks—and for years I’ve been sure they do this on purpose. If you thought Google was going to do things differently this year, too bad—the company just couldn’t hold the Pixel 10 for a few more weeks. Continue reading…
The HMD 101 4G Is a Nokia-Inspired Feature Phone With Dual SIM (And Snake)
It’s easy to dismiss basic “dumb” phones in a world obsessed with smartphones, but sometimes, limitations are actually a benefit. What if you just want to make calls, listen to tunes, and not worry about battery life? Enter the HMD 101 4G Dual SIM. Continue reading…
Samsung Launches the Galaxy A56 5G, a $500 Phone With $1,000 Features
Why blow $1,000 on a flagship phone when you can get a flagship-like device for half the price? Samsung’s Galaxy A56 5G costs just $500 but packs a 50MP main camera, a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, a relatively powerful chipset, and a six-year software support guarantee—a plainly excellent set of features for the price. Continue reading…
Android Editorials, Lists & More
6 Phones That Aren’t Just Yet Another Boring Slab
There’s a homogeneity to modern phone releases. Companies compete more with specs and software than with creative physical designs. Fortunately, if you want something other than another glass slab, there’s more experimentation going on than you might think! Continue reading…
Why My Heart Yearns for an Under-Display Camera
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 does away with the under-display camera found on previous generations of the phone. Many reviewers praise this as a positive change. Personally, I’m sad to see Samsung give up on this technology—I want to see it on more phones, not less. Continue reading…
5 Features I’m Not Worried About When Buying a New Phone
What’s truly important to you when buying a new phone? Each year, phone makers release exciting new hardware, bigger screens, better cameras, fancy software features, and other junk that’s not worth the hype. There are a few non-negotiables, but there are also several features I don’t care about at all. Continue reading…
Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE vs. Moto Razr (2025): The Affordable Flip Phone Face-Off
Why blow $1,000 on a flagship phone when you can get a flagship-like device for half the price? Samsung’s Galaxy A56 5G costs just $500 but packs a 50MP main camera, a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, a relatively powerful chipset, and a six-year software support guarantee—a plainly excellent set of features for the price. Continue reading…
Why I Prefer Foldable Phones Over Android Tablets
I like the idea of having a regular phone that unfolds into something resembling the same shape as a regular tablet—but after over a year of using a foldable, I’ve found that I actually prefer the aspect ratio of my folding phone over that of any Android tablet I’ve owned. Continue reading…
