Just as I thought we might be close to done with leaks on the Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup, we now have a full set of official renders (via Android Headlines) showcasing the design and colorways of the upcoming flagship phones. While there aren't many surprises, these renders give us a clear, precise … [Read more...] about Now the official Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup renders have leaked
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Belkin’s new MagSafe battery doubles as a camera grip and should work with Android too
Belkin has just unveiled the Stage PowerGrip at CES 2025, an innovative magnetic battery pack that does more than just charge your phone - it also has an old-school camera grip and shutter button built in! In addition to the grip and battery, the PowerGrip can also double as a convenient phone … [Read more...] about Belkin’s new MagSafe battery doubles as a camera grip and should work with Android too
Samsung slowing 2025 foldable production after disappointing Z Fold/Z Flip 6 sales
Samsung's foldable ambitions may be taking a bit of a hit. A new report suggests the company is significantly scaling back production plans for its 2025 foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7. This comes on the heels of disappointing sales for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, which failed to … [Read more...] about Samsung slowing 2025 foldable production after disappointing Z Fold/Z Flip 6 sales
If Android takes over for ChromeOS, I want widgets on my desktop
With all the chatter around ChromeOS eventually shifting to the Android kernel (and wilder rumors that Android will replace ChromeOS 100% on Chromebooks eventually), there's one massive benefit I'm really hoping for as a result of whatever all of this becomes: widgets. I love home screen widgets on … [Read more...] about If Android takes over for ChromeOS, I want widgets on my desktop
Google Keep is forcing users to “reload” their notes for some reason
if you're a Google Keep user, you might have noticed a little prompt nudging you to "Reload Keep" this week. I had it pop up a few days ago and didn't think too much of it, but it seems it's happening to most users across the board. It looks to be a simple update of some sort, but the front-facing … [Read more...] about Google Keep is forcing users to “reload” their notes for some reason
Android 15 QPR2 hints at resizable lock screen widgets for the Pixel Tablet
With the most recent Pixel Drop, Google brought lock screen widgets to the Pixel Tablet. But while this handy feature was welcome, it came with a catch: widgets were locked into a rigid grid, unable to be resized. Fortunately, it seems this limitation might be lifted in the next quarterly release of … [Read more...] about Android 15 QPR2 hints at resizable lock screen widgets for the Pixel Tablet
New Galaxy S25 Ultra leaks emerge showcasing thin bezels
The rumor mill is in full swing as we approach the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch, and the latest leaks give us a tantalizing glimpse of what's to come. Samsung seems poised to change things up with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, moving away from the squared-off design language of the past few … [Read more...] about New Galaxy S25 Ultra leaks emerge showcasing thin bezels
Google Pixel 10 series to ditch Samsung modem for MediaTek
Google's Tensor chips have come a long way since their debut, but early iterations faced criticism for their Samsung-sourced modems. These modems struggled with overheating and inconsistent signal strength, casting a shadow on the otherwise promising Tensor platform. While Google has made strides in … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 10 series to ditch Samsung modem for MediaTek
Say hello to Android XR: a new Gemini-focused OS for glasses and headsets
Remember back when Android was just for phones? That's definitely not the case any longer. Over the years, we've seen it expand to tablets, watches, TVs, vehicles, potentially Chromebooks; and now, Google is taking Android to a whole new dimension: extended reality (XR). In a world increasingly … [Read more...] about Say hello to Android XR: a new Gemini-focused OS for glasses and headsets
Blackmagic Camera App for Android gets a massive time-saving new feature
The Blackmagic Camera app for Android just received another update that continues to add to its professional capabilities. Following its release in June, Blackmagic has diligently improved the app, and this latest version has introduced a killer new feature: live syncing of media to Blackmagic … [Read more...] about Blackmagic Camera App for Android gets a massive time-saving new feature
Google touts doubled speed for Chrome on Android: here’s how they did it
Chrome has always been synonymous with speed. It's been in the browser's DNA since the beginning. From lightning-fast page loads to smooth web app performance, Chrome aims to deliver a browsing experience that's as frictionless as possible. The Chrome team is relentless in its pursuit of ever-faster … [Read more...] about Google touts doubled speed for Chrome on Android: here’s how they did it
The OnePlus 13 looks amazing and rolls out globally in January
Let's face it; here in the US, there aren't that many big, flagship Android phone launches. Outside of Google and Samsung, the only other phones I ever even remotely pay any attention to are those from OnePlus. Though not the disrupter they once were, each new iteration of their main-line phone is … [Read more...] about The OnePlus 13 looks amazing and rolls out globally in January
