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- Not fair: Fairphone 4’s next big Android update postponed until 2025www.androidauthority.com Not fair: Fairphone 4's next big Android update postponed until 2025
A Fairphone employee confirmed that the next big Android update for the Fairphone 4 will not be released this year as originally planned.
- 9to5google.com Pixel 9 Pro reportedly costs Google around $400 in materials to make
According to a new report, Google’s cost for producing a PIxel 9 Pro is just over $400, which might be...
- It’s time to stop giving Apple’s small batteries and slow charging a passwww.androidauthority.com It's time to stop giving Apple's small batteries and slow charging a pass
Apple usually gets the iPhone to do more with less, but it's in for a rude awakening if it thinks its battery and charging are ready for AI.
- 9to5google.com WhatsApp beta adds reverse image search through Google
WhatsApp is adding a new reverse image search function that uses Google to find original sources. The tool is available in the WhatsApp beta.
- 9to5google.com November 2024 Pixel update revealed by Verizon with several Pixel 9 fixes
Google has yet to release the November 2024 update for Pixel devices, but Verizon this evening has detailed what’s coming...
- www.androidauthority.com Apple finally realizes that cheaper smart glasses may sell better than $3,499 headsets
Apple is reportedly gathering feedback from its employees on existing third-party smart glasses to potentially release its own version.
- www.androidauthority.com Android 16: Expected features, codename, leaks, release date, and everything else we know so far
Android 16 will launch in 2025, but we already have a clue about some of the new features that it could bring. Check them out!
- www.androidauthority.com Emoji or Monogram? Google Contacts will soon let you set creative contact pictures (APK teardown)
Google Contacts is adding an option to set Monograms and Emojis as contact pictures, with the ability to customize them.
- www.androidauthority.com Nothing OS 3.0 beta finally lands for the Nothing Phone 2 this week
It's high time the Nothing Phone 2 got its taste of Android 15, and it can this week with the release of the Nothing OS 3.0 beta.
- www.androidauthority.com US Mobile is a super carrier with access to all three networks, but how does that work?
US Mobile is now a super carrier, with support for all three networks. But how does this work and can you switch easily?
- Latest Android Auto 13.2 update now rolling out – what’s new9to5google.com Latest Android Auto 13.2 update now rolling out – what's new
Google is rolling out a new update to Android Auto, version 13.2, which doesn’t bring much to the table in...
- 9to5google.com Android apps break due to Google Play services ‘not supported’ error
Over the past day or so, some Pixel owners have encountered an issue where Google Play services says it’s “not supported by your device.”
- Galaxy Watch 7 reportedly experiencing ‘phantom’ vibrations9to5google.com Galaxy Watch 7 reportedly experiencing 'phantom' vibrations
Users are experiencing vibrations on the Galaxy Watch 7 that don’t come with notifications. These random vibrations are seemingly out...
- Xiaomi starts rolling out Android 15 without ‘HyperOS 2.0’ globally9to5google.com Xiaomi starts rolling out Android 15 without 'HyperOS 2.0' globally
Xiaomi has started rolling out an Android 15 update to global devices, but without its new HyperOS 2.0 skin on top.
- www.androidauthority.com Pay once and forget it: These three US carriers can save you $250 or more if you pay annually
Want to save even more on your phone bill? These three carriers offer big savings of $250 or more if you're willing to pay annually.
- www.androidauthority.com Poll result: YouTube Music radio has some really, really passionate fans
The votes are in, and you like YouTube Music's song-based radio playlists much more than you do those generated by Spotify
- Here’s how much Google and Apple spend to make their $1,000 flagshipswww.androidauthority.com Here's how much Google and Apple spend to make their $1,000 flagships
A new reportbreaks down the bill of materials for Google's Pixel 9 Pro and Apple's iPhone 16 Pro, revealing some interesting differences.
- Samsung will give you $300 for any old tablet if you buy Galaxy Tab S10 – here’s how to get an extra $1009to5google.com Samsung will give you $300 for any old tablet if you buy Galaxy Tab S10 – here's how to get an extra $100
Samsung has a deal ongoing for the Galaxy Tab S10 which offers at least $300 for any old tablet towards the latest models.
- 9to5google.com Deals: Bose QuietComfort Headphones $150 off, Galaxy Watch 7/Ultra $167 off, Anker early Black Friday, more
Your Tuesday 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready and waiting down below with a fresh batch of deals. First we...
- The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is awesome, but it’s let down by the state of Android tablet appswww.androidauthority.com The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is awesome, but it's let down by the state of Android tablet apps
Need an ultra-premium Android tablet? Samsung is the best (and only) game in town.
- Samsung’s latest foldable sells out even quicker the second time aroundwww.androidauthority.com Samsung's latest foldable sells out even quicker the second time around
Customers snapped up the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition a few weeks ago, and they didn't waste any time with the second round of sales.
- www.androidauthority.com The best PSP emulator on Android just got even better
A new update to the popular PSP emulator PPSSPP brings bug fixes and performance improvements for all platforms.
- 9to5google.com Google Pixel reportedly sees 3x growth in North America in just one month – is it too good to be true?
Google Pixel reportedly saw absolutely massive 3x growth in North America in just one month, but it seems too good to be true.
- 9to5google.com The Google TV Streamer remote is back in stock for $19.99, in both colors [U]
After a few weeks being unavailable, Google TV Streamer remote is finally back in stock and shipping for $19.99.
- 9to5google.com Stardew Valley now has multiplayer on Android and iOS – how to access the hidden mode
After a few months waiting, Stardew Valley’s latest major update has debuted on Android and iOS with a ton of...
- www.androidauthority.com Apple iPhone 16 closes the gap on Snapdragon 8 Elite with iOS 18.1
Apple's iOS 18.1 update provides a performance boost to the iPhone 16, but is it enough to overtake Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip?
- www.androidauthority.com Have too many games on your phone? Google Play could help you continue playing (APK teardown)
Google is developing a new section for the Games tab on the Play Store that will make it easier to continue playing the games installed on your phone.
- www.androidauthority.com Android turns 17: From beta to global dominance
The first Android beta was released 17 years ago, marking the birth of the globally dominating force we know and use today.
- www.androidauthority.com Nintendo confirms Switch 2 will be backwards compatible with Switch games
There's good news if you've got a huge Switch library, as the Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be backwards compatible with old games.
- www.androidauthority.com T-Mobile is breaking world records in upload speeds with new 5G DC tech
T-Mobile says its new tech can help consumers upload and livestream faster than ever at crowded events and public places.
- www.androidauthority.com Deal: Blink Outdoor 4 security camera drops to just $40 (or less)!
The Blink Outdoor 4 is a perfectly capable security camera, and right now it's a whopping 60% off. And you can save even more!
- 9to5google.com When will my Google Pixel be supported until? [Video]
If you have a Pixel, here's how long your device will be supported—and steps to take if it isn't supported anymore.
- 9to5toys.com Best Android app price drops and freebies: Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Human Fall Flat, more
This afternoon’s roundup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go for you down below. Alongside the Google Play offers we are also tracking a $150 price drop on the latest Bose QuietComfort Headphones at $199 alongside a $150 price drop on the OnePlus 12 with a FREE set of $180…
- www.androidauthority.com The Apple MacBook Air M2 with 16GB of RAM is only $799, I upgraded to it
The Apple MAcBook Air M2 with 16GB of RAM just got heavily discounted. Should you get this version, or save more cash with the 8GB version?
- Nothing Phone (2) gets Android 15 in Open Beta this week – here’s the rest of the schedule9to5google.com Nothing Phone (2) gets Android 15 in Open Beta this week – here's the rest of the schedule
Nothing OS 3.0 beta for the Phone (2) launches tomorrow, November 6. The full changelog is out and it brings some serious improvements.
- www.androidauthority.com Google Keep goes minimalist, simplifies design with new floating button
The Google Keep app is getting a redesign that will introduce a new floating action button, replacing the old bottom bar.
- www.androidauthority.com Our first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone was too hot, does an update fix things?
We recently tested the Realme GT7 Pro, which is our first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone, and found it to be a hot mess. But does a new update help?
- www.androidauthority.com Halloween is over, but Galaxy Watch owners are being haunted by phantom vibrations
Galaxy Watch owners are reporting random vibrations without a cause.
- Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 and Tab A9 drive growth as Apple’s iPad stalls9to5google.com Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 and Tab A9 drive growth as Apple's iPad stalls
According to a new report, Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 and Galaxy Tab A9 are driving tablet growth while the iPad stalls and others grow too.