Here's how Android 16 is going to be able to install your apps faster By David Nield published 7 April 25 Offloading some of the tasks linked to app installation to the cloud could help on budget handsets.
The latest Android 16 beta includes the Material 3 Expressive redesign and more – here’s what the update brings By James Rogerson published 22 May 25 You can now try Material 3 Expressive for yourself with the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1, which is available for the Pixel 6 and above.
Samsung Galaxy S23 owners could get another great Galaxy S24 feature soon By Axel Metz published 12 March 24 Eagle-eyed tipsters have spotted another Galaxy S24 feature that could be coming to older Samsung phones soon.
‘Hyper-personalized to each individual': Nothing unveils bold future software plans alongside Nothing OS 4.0 By James Rogerson published 17 September 25 Nothing OS 4.0 is coming soon – but this is just the beginning for the company’s operating system plans.
I got blue lips and weak knees on my first day at CES 2026, and I couldn't be happier By Lance Ulanoff published 6 January 26 24 hours of CES 2026 have already been a wild ride.
Samsung launches the One UI 8 beta for Galaxy S25 phones – here's how you can get it By David Nield published 28 May 25 Samsung's next big software update is available for testing, and will be launched alongside new foldables.
Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 with extra Galaxy AI is rolling out to older phones now – here's what it does By David Nield published 5 September 24 The software update that debuted with the Z Fold 6 and the Z Flip 6 is making its way to other handsets.
Mid-range Galaxy phones will soon gain flagship power as Samsung expands Circle to Search By Cesar Cadenas published 14 August 24 In addition to smartphones, Circle to Search is also rolling out to the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series of tablets.
Galaxy S24 and Pixel 8 to make searching more interactive via Circle to Search By Cesar Cadenas published 18 January 24 Circle to Search can help you discover where to buy those coveted sunglasses or bag just by highlighting them.
Google just showed us the new look of Android 16 and it’s aimed directly at the iPhone’s biggest fans By Philip Berne published 13 May 25 Color in motion coming to Android soon
Threads is celebrating its birthday with a hidden cake giving away cool new icons By Jacob Krol published 3 July 24 Threads is nearing its one-year anniversary and has hidden an easter-egg of sorts in the app that will let users unlock custom app icons.
Google and Samsung’s version of AirDrop is now rolling out to Android devices By Hamish Hector last updated 31 January 24 Quick Share is coming, bringing a version of AirDrop to all Android devices, including Google, Samsung, and OnePlus phones.
Samsung’s big One UI 7 update could hit Galaxy phones earlier than expected – here's what's new By David Nield published 23 July 24 The Android 15-inspired Samsung update could be available to download within the next week.
Samsung's big One UI 8.5 upgrade could be arriving soon on Galaxy phones – here are 5 of the most exciting features By David Nield published 31 October 25 Samsung One UI 8.5 is shaping up to be a pretty major update, and numerous features have now leaked.
Finally! Here's exactly when One UI 8 will likely come to your older Galaxy phone or tablet By David Nield published 17 September 25 Samsung has specified which handsets are going to be getting One UI 8 before 2025 is done – and hinted at the exact dates.
Samsung’s disastrous One UI 7 rollout is finally back on track as Galaxy S22 update releases ahead of schedule – here's what features older phones can look forward to By Hamish Hector published 29 April 25 Older Samsung Galaxy phones are getting One UI 7 ahead of schedule, and we finally see what features they're receiving.
US gov wants Google and Apple to take down websites tracking ICE and friends By Craig Hale published 8 December 25 The US government wants to ensure that apps like ICEBlock don’t make it to online app stores.
NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, July 3 (game #487) By Johnny Dee published 2 July 25 Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
Google's Circle to Search tech could soon protect you from fake AI-generated images By Jacob Krol published 31 July 24 A new 'About this Image' feature will give you more information about a photo, and can even tell you if it's real.
Android 16 could be borrowing a key notification trick from the iPhone By David Nield published 26 October 24 The latest Android beta version includes a hidden feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra tipped to receive ‘biggest’ update yet alongside One UI 6.1.1 By Axel Metz published 28 May 24 Samsung is reportedly readying a significant camera-related update for the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
‘I’ve seen it, it’s incredible’: Qualcomm CEO hypes new desktop Android OS that sounds like a genuine game-changer By Hamish Hector published 24 September 25 Google’s senior vice president of platforms & devices Rick Osterloh took to the stage to talk more about Android being integrated into ChromeOS.
Chinese competitor to AMD and Intel claims its 32-core processor is as powerful as a 2021 Intel Xeon 32-core 'Ice Lake' CPU; a 64-core version is expected to be launched in 2025 By Efosa Udinmwen published 26 December 24 Loongson's 3C6000 series processors rival Intel Xeon chips, showcasing China's semiconductor progress.
The Samsung Galaxy S22, Z Flip 4, and many other phones now have Galaxy AI By James Rogerson published 3 May 24 One UI 6.1 is rolling out to numerous Samsung phones, complete with a suite of Galaxy AI features.
Android 16 users can get early access to 163 new emojis that'll soon be everywhere – here’s how By David Nield published 19 December 25 You can now test out Trombone, Landslide, and Distorted Face in the Android 16 QPR3 beta.
Samsung One UI 7 beta tipped to land this month – and a new leak has revealed most of its features By David Nield published 1 November 24 New leaks suggest we'll be able to try One UI 7 soon, and we've got another leak showing it off.
The Pixel 9's new weather app is like Dark Sky for Android – and you can try it right now By David Nield published 8 August 24 The update to Google's Weather app looks like a worthwhile one, and it's available for sideloading.
For Liquid Glass, 'the most obvious inspiration was visionOS', says Craig Federighi By Lance Ulanoff published 10 June 25 For Liquid Glass, "the most obvious inspiration was visionOS", says Apple's Senior VP of Software Engineering.
The Pixel 9's amazing new Weather app is now heading to older Pixels By David Nield published 31 October 24 Google has revamped the Pixel Weather app, and if you have a Pixel 6 or newer you can give it a go.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Sunday, April 14 (game #42) By Marc McLaren published 13 April 24 Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the Spangram.