More Pixel phones are getting Google’s new look for Android
More Pixel phones are getting Google's new look for Android More Pixel phones are getting Google’s new look for Android This month’s Google Pixel drop includes a broader rollout of the company’s splashy UI revamp. Starting today, Google will bring its Material 3 Expressive design language to Pixel 6 devices and newer, in addition to […]
Google Play Games is about to show people what you play
Google Play Games is about to show people what you play The update starts rolling out globally in September. Google is updating user profiles for its Play Games service on Android devices to display gaming stats, achievements, and social features. The changes include a suite of new capabilities for “showcasing and tracking your game progress […]
Google adds iPhone-like ‘Calling Cards’ to its Phone app
Google adds iPhone-like 'Calling Cards' to its Phone app Google adds iPhone-like ‘Calling Cards’ to its Phone app You can’t set your own Calling Card, but you can use them to customize how other contacts appear when they call you. Google’s Phone app is adding “Calling Cards” that let you customize the appearance of contact […]
Honor’s Magic V5 is the thinnest foldable yet, but that’s not why it matters
Honor's Magic V5 is the thinnest foldable yet, but that's not why it matters Honor’s Magic V5 is the thinnest foldable yet, but that’s not why it matters Honor’s latest foldable phone is launching in Europe, but not the US. Honor’s Magic V5 is the thinnest book-style foldable in the world, but you probably couldn’t […]
Google Pixel 10 Pro review: AI, Qi2, and a spec bump too
Google Pixel 10 Pro review: AI, Qi2, and a spec bump too Not a perfect ten but pretty damn good. Last year, Google proved it could make a phone that looks and feels like a true flagship, despite the software feeling like an AI jumble. This year, the Pixel 10 Pro starts to put AI […]
Google will verify Android developers distributing apps outside the Play store
Google will verify Android developers distributing apps outside the Play store New verification rules will take effect in certain regions next year, before rolling out globally. Google is increasing security measures around sideloading apps by removing anonymity for Android developers who distribute outside of the Play Store. Starting in September next year, Google will require […]
Google’s next big Android update can force dark mode and icon themes
Google's next big Android update can force dark mode and icon themes Google’s next big Android update can force dark mode and icon themes Android 16 will let users force dark mode onto apps that don’t support it natively. Google has started rolling out its latest batch of Android 16 features to beta testers, including […]
Amazon’s next tablet might run Android
Amazon's next tablet might run Android Amazon’s next tablet might run Android Is Amazon moving away from FireOS? Amazon is preparing to launch a new tablet that could run on Android instead of its custom FireOS software, according to a report from Reuters. Multiple sources tell the outlet that Amazon plans to release the “higher-end” […]
Google Messages is now blurring nude images
Google Messages is now blurring nude images Sensitive Content Warnings that detect and blur images containing nudity are now rolling out to all Google Messages users on Android, according to 9to5Google. The feature gives users the option to delete blurred images without having to view them and block whoever sent the message. Users who attempt […]
Blackwater’s founder would like to sell you a privacy phone made in the USA
Blackwater's founder would like to sell you a privacy phone made in the USA Blackwater’s founder would like to sell you a privacy phone made in the USA The UP Phone’s core hardware hasn’t changed since its first iteration. | Image: Unplugged Unplugged, a company cofounded and backed by Erik Prince, who is also the […]