Google is fixing broken incoming images and videos in Messages
Google is fixing broken incoming images and videos in Messages The issues may not be resolved for everyone, however. Google Messages has been updated to address slowdowns, failures, and other issues that are preventing some users from receiving images and videos. Some users have reported RCS issues related to incoming media files, saying the Messages […]
China has some big ideas about smartphones
China has some big ideas about smartphones The US smartphone market is pretty boring. There are iPhones, there are Galaxies, Google will happily give you a Pixel if you remember it exists, and thatâs about it. But as soon as you get out and see the world a little, you realize: there are a lot […]
OnePlus’ signature Alert Slider is ‘evolving’ into a button
OnePlus' signature Alert Slider is 'evolving' into a button OnePlus’ signature Alert Slider is ‘evolving’ into a button The OnePlus 13 and its Alert Slider. OnePlus plans to do away with its signature Alert Slider and replace it with a configurable button in the future, company CEO Pete Lau said in a OnePlus community forum […]
Android phones are getting lock screen widgets this year
Android phones are getting lock screen widgets this year Google has announced that lock screen widgets are coming to Android 16 phones later this year. Widgets have been available on the lock screen of the Pixel Tablet since last year, but Google is now bringing them to phones and more tablets. All widgets will support […]
Now Google Maps is starting to use Android 16’s live update notifications
Now Google Maps is starting to use Android 16's live update notifications Now Google Maps is starting to use Android 16’s live update notifications Google Maps is the first app we’re seeing adopt Android 16’s new Live Updates feature, according to Android Authority. Users on Android 16 beta 2.1 can now see the time until their next […]
Google Messages is using AI to detect scam texts
Google Messages is using AI to detect scam texts Google Messages is introducing an AI feature that aims to help protect Android users from text message scams. The new AI-powered scam detection tool was announced today alongside other new features, including live location sharing in the Find My app for Android users and features specifically […]
How to mirror your Samsung phone on Windows
How to mirror your Samsung phone on Windows If you’re a Windows and Android user who has been envying the iPhone mirroring capabilities of macOS, there is a similar feature you can use â albeit with a caveat. First, the good news: this is a free tool thatâs built right into Windows 11, with no […]
Google Play is going to start highlighting apps with widgets
Google Play is going to start highlighting apps with widgets Google is making some changes to Google Play on Android devices to better highlight apps that include widgets, according to a blog post. The changes include a new search filter for widgets, widget badges on app detail pages, and a curated editorial page dedicated to […]
Xiaomi brings its 15 and 15 Ultra flagships to Europe — but the US misses out
Xiaomi brings its 15 and 15 Ultra flagships to Europe — but the US misses out Just days after revealing the 15 Ultra in China, Xiaomi has announced a UK and European launch for its latest flagship phone, together with the base Xiaomi 15. There’s no sign of the Pro model, but there is an […]
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a small update with a big periscope lens
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a small update with a big periscope lens Xiaomi has announced its 15 Ultra flagship phone at a launch event in China, where it’s going on sale starting at 6,499 yuan (around $893). The Android phone joins the company’s Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro, which went on sale there in October […]