The day has arrived! Google has officially announced the launch of Android 16, and it is beginning to roll out to supported Pixel devices starting today. In the announcement, Google highlights that this is the earliest it has launched a major Android release in the last few years, a move designed to … [Read more...] about Android 16 is officially here: what’s new, what’s coming soon
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Google is launching Android 16 right in the middle of WWDC 2025
Right in the middle of Apples WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference), Google has dropped its own OS news. In a post overnight on the official Android Developer X account, the team confirmed that it is “almost time for the Android 16 final release” and that we should see them “back here tomorrow.” … [Read more...] about Google is launching Android 16 right in the middle of WWDC 2025
Pixel 10 leak reveals new “Limoncello” yellow color
With the Google Pixel 10 series launch still a few months off, the steady drip of leaks is beginning to paint a clearer picture of Google's next flagship phone lineup. While we're always cautious with early information, the latest scoop from Mystic Leaks on Telegram (via Android Authority) offers a … [Read more...] about Pixel 10 leak reveals new “Limoncello” yellow color
Lenovo’s powerful Legion Tab Gen 3 Android tablet drops to $449 ($100 off!)
If you caught our recent unboxing of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, you know we were impressed by this compact Android powerhouse! Well, if you've been thinking of snagging one, Lenovo just sweetened the deal, dropping the price directly on their site to a very tempting $449 – a full $100 off its … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s powerful Legion Tab Gen 3 Android tablet drops to $449 ($100 off!)
Score $300 off the Pixel 9 Pro Fold during Best Buy’s Memorial Day Sale
Memorial Day is just a few days away, and that means the big holiday sales are in full swing across the board. If you've been patiently waiting for a good opportunity to jump into the world of foldable smartphones, or maybe upgrade an older one, Best Buy is serving up a pretty compelling offer on … [Read more...] about Score $300 off the Pixel 9 Pro Fold during Best Buy’s Memorial Day Sale
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Unboxing: big tablet, small price [VIDEO]
Fresh off spending some quality time with the impressive (and compact) Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, Lenovo sent over another interesting tablet for us to check out: the new Lenovo Idea Tab Pro. This one takes a different approach – it’s a larger tablet with a high-resolution screen, not quite geared … [Read more...] about Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Unboxing: big tablet, small price [VIDEO]
You’ll soon be able to test Google’s new Android Desktop mode on Pixel phones
We were already pretty excited earlier this week when Google officially made a nod to Android Desktop Mode during its I/O developer keynote, revealing a collaboration with Samsung to build upon the DeX foundation. It’s a development we’ve been tracking closely, and it signals a serious commitment to … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to test Google’s new Android Desktop mode on Pixel phones
Google offers up a bit more insight on Android 16 desktop mode
For years, a truly capable, unified desktop mode for Android has felt like a bit of a dream that's been just out of reach. While some manufacturers have made valiant efforts – Samsung’s DeX platform being the long-standing example – a cohesive, Android-native solution has been elusive. However, it … [Read more...] about Google offers up a bit more insight on Android 16 desktop mode
YouTube’s refreshed Android miniplayer is rolling out now
It looks like YouTube is already tweaking that floating miniplayer on Android. You’ll recall that back in October 2024, the app switched from its persistent bar above the bottom navigation to a more dynamic, floating Picture-in-Picture (PiP) style window that could be moved around. True to their … [Read more...] about YouTube’s refreshed Android miniplayer is rolling out now
Gmail for Android is testing a handy new bottom reply bar
It looks like Google is experimenting with a more streamlined way to handle quick replies in the Gmail app on Android. As spotted by the folks over at 9to5Google, a new, persistent reply bar is starting to show up at the bottom of emails for some users, and it could make firing off quick responses a … [Read more...] about Gmail for Android is testing a handy new bottom reply bar
The awesome Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 gets promoted to Android 15
The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 that launched early this year with Android 14 has actually been receiving its Android 15 update over the past few weeks. But if this is news to you, you're probably not alone. Lenovo rolled this one out so quietly, you’d be forgiven if it completely passed you … [Read more...] about The awesome Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 gets promoted to Android 15
A quick recap on all Google announced on the Android Show: I/O Edition
Google just kicked off its I/O season with a special Android Show: I/O Edition, dropping a ton of news about what's next for the world's most popular operating system. During the show, we got a first look at Android 16, a major design overhaul, a big expansion for Gemini, and some robust new … [Read more...] about A quick recap on all Google announced on the Android Show: I/O Edition
