The Latest on Android

The latest leaked renders of Samsung's Galaxy S26 Edge tell a neat little engineering story. Android Authority highlights measurements that show the tightrope walk of modern phone design. The S26 Edge is slimmer at its thinnest point, measuring 158.4 x 75.7 x 5.5mm compared to the S25 Edge's 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8mm. Here is the kicker: the camera bump grows. Total thickness hits 10.8mm including the bump, up from the S25 Edge's 10mm.

When Google dropped its latest AI image editing feature, something unexpected happened. Millions of people suddenly started caring about AI image generation. The tool everyone calls "Nano Banana" did what countless AI products tried and failed to do: it actually got regular people excited about artificial intelligence.

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

The tech industry is facing unprecedented antitrust scrutiny, with regulators worldwide launching investigations, imposing massive fines, and even floating breakups of major technology companies. Yet in Silicon Valley, the chatter says we might already be past the crest. That shift lines up with political developments that point to a more balanced regulatory environment in 2025. At the same time, the rapid rise of generative AI has pushed agencies to zero in on new M&A and alliances in the AI...

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Corey Noles

When Google released NotebookLM in 2023 through Google Labs as an experimental AI writing tool, most people probably thought it was just another research assistant that would quietly fade away. But here's what's interesting—what started as a simple document analysis tool has evolved into something genuinely compelling, especially since early September when the team added the ability to generate podcast-like conversations between two AI voices from your uploaded documents.

Just days before Samsung's expected Galaxy Unpacked event, trusted leaker Evan Blass has essentially blown the lid off what was supposed to be Samsung's big tablet reveal. We're talking comprehensive marketing materials, detailed specs, and even pricing information for the entire Galaxy Tab S11 lineup. It's one of those leaks that's so thorough, you almost wonder if Samsung's marketing team accidentally hit "publish" on their press materials a week early.

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

The mobile photography world is buzzing with anticipation as OnePlus 15 camera leaks start painting a picture that's both exciting and puzzling. If you've been following OnePlus's journey from camera underdog to serious contender—something I've been covering for years—the latest rumors suggest we might be looking at another pivotal moment for the brand. What makes this timing particularly significant is that OnePlus has finally hit their stride with mobile photography, just as the flagship...

Samsung's One UI 8 beta program is making waves across the tech world, and for good reason. This isn't just another incremental update – we're looking at a significant shift in how Samsung approaches software rollouts that puts them closer to Google's accelerated Android release schedule than ever before.

Labor Day just got a lot more interesting for Android fans. T-Mobile is rolling out what might be their most aggressive smartphone promotion yet, and if you've been eyeing Google's latest flagship, this could be the deal that finally pushes you over the edge. The Un-carrier is offering the brand-new Google Pixel 9 completely free when you activate a new line—no trade-in required. That's right, we're talking about Google's $799 flagship with the cutting-edge Tensor G4 chip, advanced camera...

Picture this: Android Police recently discovered that their digital workspace was a mess, managing a collection of productivity apps for years, including task managers, note-taking tools, calendars, and project management software. Sound familiar? If you're drowning in a sea of apps that don't talk to each other, you're not alone. Notion was first released in 2016 by Notion Labs Inc., designed as an all-in-one workspace that allows users to take notes, manage projects, organize documents, and...

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Corey Noles

The Federal Trade Commission just dropped a regulatory bombshell on Google that could reshape how we think about email filtering and political communication. FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent a formal warning to Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, alleging that Gmail's spam filters systematically suppress Republican messages while allowing similar Democratic emails to reach inboxes. This isn't just another tech controversy—it's a potential violation of federal consumer protection laws that could...

Your Google Pixel phone comes packed with features that could transform your daily tech experience—but most of them are sitting dormant, waiting to be discovered. The Pixel 8a ships with Android 14 and includes a 120Hz OLED panel that Google calls an Actua display, yet many users discover that crucial performance-enhancing features are disabled by default. Here's the thing: Google's conservative default settings prioritize battery life over performance, but with a few strategic tweaks, you can...

Purchasing a new Android phone is exciting, but setting up the device can seem like a daunting task. Here's the thing though—it doesn't have to be overwhelming. With Android's Express Setup option that reduces setup time compared to previous versions, and the helpful "OK Google, Set Up My Device" command walking you through everything from data transfer to app installation, getting your new phone ready has never been smoother. The process is nearly the same on all Android devices and blessedly...

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Corey Noles

When you're holding a Nothing phone, that sleek transparent back and those signature Glyph lights create an immediate sense of owning something different. Nothing achieved 577% YoY growth in India in 2024 and sold over 7 million devices globally, which tells you plenty of people are drawn to Carl Pei's vision of creating intuitive, seamless, and inspiring technology. But here's what's concerning: beneath that compelling brand story lies a growing trust problem that's becoming increasingly...

When you dive into your Android phone's developer settings, you'll discover USB debugging—a feature that's far more powerful and consequential than most people realize. SlashGear reveals that while this tool was primarily designed for app developers building and testing software, it has evolved into something much more significant for everyday users. This hidden feature could serve as your digital lifeline when disaster strikes, yet it simultaneously opens doors that many would prefer to keep...

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Google's latest Tensor G5 chip is making waves as the company's boldest silicon gamble yet, and there's a fascinating story unfolding beneath the surface that goes way beyond the polished marketing presentation. Android Authority confirms that this new chip is manufactured using TSMC's cutting-edge 3nm N3E process, finally putting Google in the same manufacturing league as Apple's A18 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite. With the Pixel 10 Pro set to be officially revealed on August 20, we're...

When I first picked up the tenth generation Google Pixel phone, I'll be honest—it felt a bit underwhelming. The Pixel 10 series looks so much like the Pixel 9 series that you might wonder if Google just phoned it in this year. But here's what's fascinating: after spending weeks with the Pixel 10 Pro, I've realized that this apparent lack of revolutionary change is actually Google's smartest strategic move yet. While the Pixel 10 Pro appeals to me less on a personal level, that's exactly what...

The Google Pixel 10 Pro has officially arrived, and after spending some hands-on time with Google's latest flagship, I can say this: the company isn't just playing catch-up anymore—they're setting the pace. With the new Tensor G5 chip delivering 34% faster CPU performance and a whopping 60% boost in AI computing power, Google has crafted something that feels genuinely different from the smartphone crowd. The 16GB of RAM works hand-in-hand with these AI improvements, enabling the kind of...

Google's latest move into AI-powered video creation is more than just another product update—it's a complete reimagining of how teams communicate at work. With Google Vids now rolling out AI avatars and launching consumer versions, we're seeing a tool that could fundamentally change workplace collaboration. Google describes Vids as "a new AI-powered video creation app for work that sits alongside collaboration apps like Docs, Sheets, and Slides," but the real story is how it's democratizing...

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir