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Now Brief might have your back when it comes to staying on top of your priorities in One UI 9 #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comYou might never have to sweat missing alerts on Galaxy after this rumorOne UI 9 is allegedly working on an important update for Galaxy's Now Brief, potentially making it highlight "priority" alerts you've missed.

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15 May

Meta just opened its doors to developers for the Ray-Ban Display, and that means more apps are coming #Meta www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtu...

androidcentral.comMeta gives developers a way to start creating for the Ray-Ban DisplayMeta revealed that it will deliver a Developer Preview and access for developers to begin creating mobile and web apps for the Ray-Ban Display.

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15 May

That CES 2026 showcase was just a teaser. Now, ROG and Xreal's R1 AR glasses are here, and the focus on gaming is real (and cool) #ASUS www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtu...

androidcentral.comASUS, Xreal go all in on gaming with the ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glassesThe ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses launched, and details highlight its strong focus on gaming.

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15 May

Better brace yourself. Netflix is reportedly preparing to increase the number of ads you see, shortly after prices went up #Netflix www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv...

androidcentral.comAfter a price hike, Netflix says it's increasing its ad presenceNetflix stated that viewers should prepare for even more ads, as the company seeks to really drive home the revenue.

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14 May

Remember those Amazon Phone rumors? Well, an executive talked about them, and it's apparently not "necessarily" what's going on #Amazon www.androidcentral.com/phones/amazo...

androidcentral.comAmazon exec says a phone isn't 'necessarily' where it's focus is right nowAn Amazon exec discussed the company's AI in an interview, but the major highlight is what's really going on with those phone rumors.

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14 May

Android's new Contextual suggestions learn your habits to predict your next move, and it's rolling out now www.androidcentral.com/phones/googl...

androidcentral.comGoogle just turned your Pixel 10 into a phone that thinks ahead for youGoogle wants your Android phone to stop waiting for commands.

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14 May

Google’s new Googlebooks could be the premium laptops we’ve been waiting for www.androidcentral.com/chromebooks-...

androidcentral.comGooglebook won’t be locked to Intel as Qualcomm and MediaTek join the AI laptop pushGoogle is finally getting serious about high-end hardware with the Googlebook.

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14 May

A Galaxy S24 user endured the worst when their phone swelled before flames erupted this week #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comUp in flames: Galaxy S24 user says their phone combusted in their handA Galaxy S24 user reported that their phone went up in flames while they were using it, and Samsung has responded.

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13 May

If you've got a pair of Meta's Gen 1 or Gen 2 AI Glasses, Muse Spark is going to lend you a hand #Meta www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comMeta's smarter Muse Spark AI heads to Ray-Ban Glasses in US, more for appMuse Spark received two important updates: one for mobile app users and another that puts it in smart glasses.

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13 May

Meta Connect is back, and the date's been set for September with AI and VR leading the charge (new Quest, anyone?) #Meta www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comMeta Connect 2026: the date is set, and there's a spotlight on AI and VRMeta Connect 2026 date was revealed, as well as what consumers can expect, which is all about AI and VR.

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13 May

Samsung is said to be fixing the Fold's awkward narrow cover screen – but the rumored fix reportedly comes with a camera downgrade www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comThe Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide sounds great until you look at the camerasSamsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 is shaping up to be a strange compromise.

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13 May

Apple and Google finally teamed up to bring encrypted RCS texting to iPhones and Androids, though this basic cross-platform privacy fix is honestly a decade late www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comI’ve waited years for Apple to fix iPhone-to-Android texting, and it’s finally happeningApple and Google are finally bridging the security gap, rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS in the iOS 26.5 beta.

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13 May

For Honor and glory? The Magic 8 Pro enters Android 17 Beta 3 with developers, and there are major photography and security updates #Honor www.androidcentral.com/phones/honor...

androidcentral.comAndroid Magic: Honor gets into Android 17 Beta 3 with devs and Magic 8 ProHonor announced that it's getting into Android 17 Beta 3 with developers, and its Magic 8 Pro will be among the first in the industry to test it.

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13 May

OxygenOS 16.1 is rolling out for the OnePlus 15 in one region, and this is what you'll see once you get your hands on it #OnePlus www.androidcentral.com/phones/onepl...

androidcentral.comOxygenOS 16.1 is finally here for the OnePlus 15 with fresh QoL updatesOnePlus announced that its OxygenOS 16.1 patch is finally rolling out for users with the OnePlus 15, bringing several meaningful updates.

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12 May

Gemini Intelligence is set to completely reshape how you use your Android phone this year, and it starts with two big series #TheAndroidShow www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comThe new Gemini era heads to Android this summer with automation everywhereGemini Intelligence and Google's agentic AI plans took center stage during the Android Show 2026, and there are huge features on the way this summer.

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12 May

Android Auto in 2026 preps for Gemini, and Maps looks fantastic #TheAndroidShow www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comAndroid Show 2026: Android Auto looks fresh and clean in Google's outlookThe Android Show 2026 revealed Google's major personal and AI-fueled plans for Android Auto, giving drivers a refined hands-free experience.

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12 May

This is everything you need to know about how Google aims to give you more security and privacy this year #TheAndroidShow www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comSecurity and privacy take major strides at The Android ShowThe Android Show showcased the many privacy and security upgrades users can expect this year from Android 17.

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12 May

AirDrop and Quick Share finally play nice for more Android phone owners www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comThe iOS-Android file sharing nightmare is officially over for more Android usersSamsung, Oppo, OnePlus, Vivo, Xiaomi, and Honor join the rollout this year.

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12 May

Google's massive Gemini update turns Chrome on Android into a smart concierge that handles your digital chores, though you'll have to cough up some cash for the coolest features www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comGoogle wants Gemini to take over how you browse in ChromeThe Gemini era means Chrome can now do your boring tasks.

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12 May

Samsung is jumping the gun by launching the One UI 9 Beta for the Galaxy S26 series, even as most of the world is still waiting for stable builds of One UI 8.5 www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comOne UI 9 beta arrives to give Galaxy S26 owners a taste of Android 17Samsung’s One UI 9 beta lands this week across several markets.

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11 May

Starting this summer, US members can launch live video calls with licensed clinicians directly inside the Whoop app www.androidcentral.com/wearables/wh...

androidcentral.comWhoop is putting a board-certified physician in its app to tell you why you’re tiredWhoop's latest AI features could make your wearable feel like a health assistant.

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11 May

Don't be silly, and hit up the Savings Squad that our sister site, Tom's Guide, just launched to save you money in these hectic times #TomsGuide www.androidcentral.com/phones/the-t...

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9 May

A botched Fitbit firmware update blinded the sensors on the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4, specifically crippling SpO2 and skin temperature tracking www.androidcentral.com/wearables/go...

androidcentral.comA buggy Fitbit update is blinding sensors on the Pixel Watch 3 and 4Google’s new Fitbit Air aims to expand its health ecosystem, but a buggy update is hurting trust in Pixel Watch health tracking.

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8 May

If you're looking at Google's AI to help you write, this update not only lets your tone shine through, but it's available to more people, too #Google www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comGmail's AI can mimic how you write in emails when you ask for a draftGoogle has started rolling out an AI update for Gmail, making the software capable of mimicking how you speak in emails.

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8 May

Samsung highlights a major achievement: its Galaxy Watch has reportedly succeeded in "predicting" when a user will faint #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/wearables/sa...

androidcentral.comSamsung highlights Galaxy Watch ability to 'predict' fainting spellsSamsung highlighted its Galaxy Watch's ability to "predict" fainting spells for user safety in collaboration with a Korean hospital.

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7 May

Google's next QPR beta for Android 17 is here, and this is everything you'll find once you download it #Google www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comQPR1 Beta 2: Pixels get mostly fixes in Android 17's latest testPixel users are getting another dose of fixes for Google's Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 this week.

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7 May

SID Display Week 2026 is wrapping up, but Samsung's not letting you miss its captivating (and stretchable) OLED tech #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comSamsung Display, LG screens have us captivated at SID Display Week 2026Samsung Display highlighted the many innovations it showcased, like morphing car screens during SID Display Week 2026.

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7 May

Google is finally turning Gemini into a legit digital operator that actually gets chores done www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comGoogle Gemini is finally becoming the personal assistant we were promisedGoogle's 'Remy' agent wants to live inside your phone and run your errands.

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7 May

Qualcomm's got new entries for its Snapdragon 6 and 4 series SoCs, which could offer more of what mobile gamers want #Qualcomm www.androidcentral.com/phones/qualc...

androidcentral.comQualcomm's Snapdragon 6 and 4 series chips are here to help everyday usersQualcomm's latest Snapdragon 6 and Snapdragon 4 series chips emerge for launch, and they pack sweet upgrades for gamers and everyday phone users.

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6 May

Looking forward to the Galaxy Ring 2? Well, you might have to keep looking if this overseas report is anything to go by #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/wearables/sa...

androidcentral.comNope, not 2026: Galaxy Ring 2 rumors say you might have to wait againGalaxy Ring enjoyers might have to wait again, as a report says 2026 might not be the year for a sequel, either.

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6 May

No one asked for this. A report says Google Chrome installed AI on your computer, which is eating your storage, and it did so without asking you #Google www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comGoogle Chrome installed a massive AI model on your computer, and I hate itAn unsettling report shed light on Google's unwanted installation of a 4GB AI model that now resides on computers—yes, yours, too.

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6 May

Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades 2 is just one of the many announcements Meta Quest gamers are going nuts for in today's Creature Feature Showcase 2026. Check out all the announcements! www.androidcentral.com/gaming/vr-ga...

androidcentral.comThe Creature Feature Showcase 2026 was so good, Meta Quest gamers are saying, "my will to live is back!"I've narrowed down all the announcements so you can focus on what's most exciting!

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6 May

Honor’s new 600 series hits the UK from £370, with the Pro dropping to £700 after discount www.androidcentral.com/phones/honor...

androidcentral.comHonor 600 series hits the UK with big discounts and a pop culture makeoverHonor’s new 600 series packs killer hardware and a £200 discount, but annoying AI paywalls hold it back.

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6 May

Stable One UI 8.5 is finally rolling out, but Samsung’s messy launch means your Galaxy might wait while flagships get first dibs www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comSamsung’s stable One UI 8.5 update officially lands on older Galaxy phonesOne UI 8.5 is officially here, but Samsung is making some Galaxy users wait for it.

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6 May

Samsung's rumored Wide Fold could ditch the old pill-shaped camera island for a look inspired by the Galaxy S25 Edge www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comSamsung’s One UI 9 leak just spoiled the Wide Fold’s entire vibeSamsung’s own One UI 9 leak spilled details about upcoming foldables ahead of launch.

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5 May

These May flowers look different. Google's monthly security patch fixes a tiresome wireless charging issue, and there are more display fixes for the Pixel 10 #Google www.androidcentral.com/phones/googl...

androidcentral.comFixes spotted: Google's May update solves its slow wireless Pixel chargingGoogle rolls out its monthly security update, which again targets the Pixel 10's display problems, but also fixes a grueling wireless charging issue.

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5 May

Get texting; Apple reveals that its iOS 26.5 update will debut an encrypted RCS experience between iPhones and Android #Google www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comGet ready, iPhones: Apple's iOS 26.5 preps RCS encryption with AndroidApple highlighted the upcoming arrival of encrypted RCS messages between iPhones and Androids in its new iOS 26.5 update.

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5 May

There's another round of Google Home updates rolling out. This time, there's a focus on expanding automations for devices, and more for Public Preview #Google www.androidcentral.com/accessories/...

androidcentral.comMade Smarter: Google Home lets you do more with automations, Public PreviewA major update for Google Home gives users increased automation/starter, and condition support, but its Public Previews prepare for an Ask Home update and more.

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5 May

This is weird. Pixel Buds users report that they're missing some feature toggles #Google www.androidcentral.com/accessories/...

androidcentral.comPixel Buds find problems, say ANC mode vanished from quick menuGoogle Pixel Buds users are struggling with vanishing features when interacting with certain menus on their devices.

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4 May

TCL NXTPAPER has been one of our favorite new displays in the past five years, and this year's latest update is switching over to OLED and bringing plenty of NXTPAPER tricks along with it. www.androidcentral.com/phones/tcl/t...

androidcentral.comExclusive: Next-generation TCL NXTPAPER aims to fix everything that's wrong with OLEDTCL NXTPAPER OLED is a dream come true for many, and it will likely be the best version of the ePaper technology yet.

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4 May

Rumors about Samsung's next Flip haven't been that exciting, but this one is raising some brows, as a screen upgrade gets mentioned #Samsung www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comI might have to keep my eye on the Galaxy Z Flip 8 after these rumorsGalaxy Z Flip 8 rumors have been boring, but this new wave might've just reignited my interest for its summer debut.

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4 May

Pixel 11 series rumors surface early this week, and this one's giving us an idea about its specs and how "Pixel Glow" might look #Google www.androidcentral.com/phones/googl...

androidcentral.comHuge round of Pixel 11 leaks also suggests its 'Pixel Glow' designA major Pixel 11 series leak suggested the specifications Google might provide consumers, alongside huge "Pixel Glow" design details.

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4 May

New leak reveals Walmart's plan to beat Google to the Gemini speaker punch www.androidcentral.com/accessories/...

androidcentral.comWalmart could be prepping a budget smart speaker with Gemini baked inThis potentially marks the first third-party device to launch with Gemini since Google began its AI pivot.

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2 May

ICYMI: Never know what to wear? Google Photos is your new digital closet. Mix and match outfits on your phone, including the latest Razr www.androidcentral.com/phones/motor...

androidcentral.comMotorola’s new Razr turns Google Photos into a stylist and a memory hubGoogle Photos’ new wardrobe feature clips your outfits so you don’t have to.

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2 May

ICYMI: The $150 Moto Buds 2 Plus bring killer Bose sound — too bad their best AI features are locked to Motorola phones! www.androidcentral.com/accessories/...

androidcentral.comThe Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose audio and AI smarts into a $150 packageThese Motorola buds have everything except a good reason to buy them today.

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2 May

If you're looking to binge shows and movies this weekend, Netflix's major mobile app redesign with the new "Clips" feed might help #Netflix www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv...

androidcentral.comNetflix just made binge-watching better with its major mobile app redesignKick back this weekend with Netflix's fresh (and much-needed) mobile app redesign that brings "Clips" into our lives.

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2 May

Google finally put its smartest Gemini feature on mobile for free — just don't get too attached to its 50-source cap www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comYou no longer have to pay for Gemini’s smartest organization toolGemini notebooks are officially coming to your smartphone, whether you're a paid or free user.

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1 May

Moving forward? During Alphabet's earnings call this week, a Google exec reportedly placed ads in Gemini back on our minds #Google www.androidcentral.com/apps-softwar...

androidcentral.comAds aplenty: Google exec puts ads in Gemini back on our minds—oh boyAmid Alphabet's earnings call, a Google executive stated that ads could be headed to the Gemini app after all.

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1 May

Oura wants to fix the fragmentation in women's health, announces major birth control, menopause-focused features for May #Oura www.androidcentral.com/wearables/ou...

androidcentral.comThis matters: Oura steps up its women's health with birth control supportOura is stepping up its women's health game, announcing the arrival of birth control support and Menopause Insights in an upcoming May patch.

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1 May

Visual Voicemail is awesome, but it can be a pricey addition to your phone bill, depending on your carrier of choice. Samsung's latest update lets your phone do all the work, and it's totally free! Here's how to use it www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsu...

androidcentral.comSamsung helped me save $30 on my phone bill with this fantastic AND free featureCarriers charge up to $5 per line for visual voicemail, but Samsung's Direct Voicemail solution is free and is already built into some Galaxy phones.