News and Updates about Android

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

When OnePlus launched the OnePlus 15 with much fanfare, billing it as India's first smartphone to pack the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, expectations soared. Here was a device promising flagship-level performance with its $899.99 starting price, a gorgeous 6.78-inch 1.5K 165Hz AMOLED display, and OnePlus's most advanced cooling system to date.

The OnePlus 15 is not tiptoeing into the spotlight. Its global debut blends speed, new tech, and a few regulatory potholes. Most markets get it fast, just not all at once.

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Reviewed by: Jame Jimenez

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

Google just pulled off something that should have Apple's attention – they've essentially hijacked AirDrop and made it work with Android. The tech giant has engineered a way for Android devices to communicate directly with Apple's previously exclusive file-sharing system, and honestly, it's about time someone shook up this ecosystem standoff.

The tech world is buzzing, and for once it feels like we are watching the shift happen live. Remember when Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips started turning heads in Windows laptops? Those same powerhouse processors are now headed for Android-powered machines. Qualcomm has been working behind the scenes to adapt its successful Snapdragon X Elite processors for Android PCs, and it is not just speculation anymore, we are seeing real evidence.

This Galaxy Watch 7 deal is absolutely wild—and honestly, it might be gone before you finish reading this article. Samsung's latest smartwatch has plummeted to an incredible $129, representing a massive 48% discount from its original $249.99 price tag, according to Android Central. This marks the device's lowest price point ever, beating previous record-low deals by a solid $20, as reported by multiple retailers. What makes this particularly stunning is that the Galaxy Watch 7 now costs less...

Google's decision to discontinue support for older Nest thermostats has set off a firestorm in the smart home community. On October 25, 2025, Google terminated software updates and cloud connectivity for first and second-generation Nest Learning Thermostats, according to multiple tech outlets. These devices, which originally launched in 2011 (1st gen), 2012 (2nd gen), and the European 2nd-gen variant in 2014, have been stripped of their smart features and now function only as basic manual...

Google just made a move that could reshape how we share files between Android and iOS devices. Let's break it down: cross-platform file sharing has been a persistent pain point for anyone who doesn't live entirely in one ecosystem (and let's be honest, that's most of us these days). Now Google's Quick Share feature can communicate directly with Apple's AirDrop on iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers. This breakthrough represents the first successful reverse-engineering of Apple's traditionally...

Gaming has never been the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions Chromebooks, but that narrative is shifting in a big way. Recent partnerships between major tech companies are transforming these lightweight laptops into surprisingly capable gaming machines through cloud-based solutions. The latest development involves Nvidia's GeForce NOW service getting bundled with new Chromebook purchases, according to multiple industry reports, creating what some are calling a "fast pass" to...

The tech world is buzzing with an intriguing development that could reshape how we think about laptop computing. Qualcomm is reportedly preparing to bring Android 16 support to its powerful Snapdragon X Elite processors, according to NotebookCheck. Android on X Elite. For real. The same chip architecture that has proven itself in Windows machines like the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 is now being tuned for a very different operating system experience.

Black Friday season has kicked off, and this year's tech deals are hitting record lows across the board. Retailers are offering price guarantees, ensuring their current discounts won't be beaten later in the season, while Google has launched its official 2025 Black Friday sale with unprecedented savings on its entire ecosystem. Among the standout deals, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is seeing its first major discount since launching in August, with all storage configurations getting $300 off...

The smart glasses market is about to get a lot more interesting, and Samsung appears ready to make a serious play for your face. Recent leaks about their upcoming XR glasses reveal a device that's been thoughtfully designed to address the real-world challenges that have kept smart glasses from going mainstream. These aren't just another tech company's attempt to slap a camera on some frames—Samsung seems to understand what actually needs to work for people to wear these things every day.

When Alphabet released its Q3 2025 earnings, investors saw something new. The tech giant crossed the 100 billion dollar quarterly revenue mark for the first time in its history. The timing mattered, with markets watching whether massive artificial intelligence bets would actually pay. The stock popped 5% in after-hours trading following the announcement, according to CNBC, a quick vote of confidence in Google’s AI-driven playbook. Consolidated revenue reached 102.3 billion dollars, a 16%...

Google's Pixel 10 looks like it is rewriting the smartphone playbook. After years of struggling in the premium tier, Google finally hit a milestone: September 2025 marked Google's highest-ever single-month Pixel sales in the U.S., according to Counterpoint Research's North America Channel Share Tracker, and US Pixel sales jumped 28% year over year. Not a blip, a shift in how people see Google hardware. Remember when Pixel felt niche? Not anymore.

Google Maps is taking a major leap forward in automotive navigation, and the Polestar 4 is at the center of this technological evolution. The search giant has introduced a sophisticated live lane guidance feature that transforms how drivers navigate complex highway scenarios (Find Articles). Not a tiny tweak. A fundamental shift toward AI-powered driving assistance that merges real-time camera data with Google's mapping intelligence. The Polestar 4 serves as the initial testing ground for this...

Samsung has been pretty consistent with their Galaxy S series timing over the years, but 2026 might shake things up in ways that could surprise even longtime fans. We are still months away from any official announcement, yet early leaks and industry chatter point to a launch that lands earlier than some expected and a price tag that creeps higher than most would like.

Getting your smart home to play nice with all your devices has felt like navigating a maze of incompatible ecosystems. If you have been running Samsung's SmartThings as your connected home hub while carrying an iPhone, you know the daily friction of hopping between apps just to dim a lamp or nudge the thermostat.

Reviewed by: Y. Garcia

The smartphone industry has hit a fascinating inflection point. We're asking more of our devices than ever: marathon gaming sessions, all-day video calls, constant social media scrolling, and navigation that never sleeps. Yet most flagship phones still leave us scrambling for chargers by dinner time. OnePlus seems to have noticed, and the upcoming OnePlus 15 might be the answer to our collective battery anxiety. Sound familiar?

Google just delivered something remarkable with Gemini 3 and the launch of Gemini Agent. It feels less like another model drop, more like a blueprint for how AI should slot into real work. Not incremental tweaks, a coordinated release that pairs stronger reasoning with practical, enterprise-ready tools that can reshape how we handle digital information day to day.

Five years of legal warfare between Google and Epic Games has finally reached a turning point, with both companies now proposing sweeping changes to Android's app ecosystem. The tech giant that once fiercely defended its Play Store monopoly is agreeing to slash fees and open doors to competition, marking what could be the most significant shift in mobile app distribution since the iPhone launched.

Google's mobile browsing experience just got a major upgrade, a simple button with big consequences. The tech giant has rolled out a dedicated AI Mode shortcut directly below Chrome's search bar on both iOS and Android devices, TechCrunch reports. What was once buried behind forgotten URLs and bookmarks now sits front and center. One tap, and casual browsing turns into an AI chat.

Google Maps is getting a major AI makeover, and it is about to change how we navigate completely. The world’s most popular navigation app is now powered by Gemini, Google’s advanced AI technology, transforming it into something that feels more like having a knowledgeable passenger along for the ride. This is not just another incremental update. Maps is becoming conversational, proactive, and surprisingly intuitive, with the rollout beginning across both Android and iOS platforms.

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Plus promises to shake things up in the flagship arena, but the question remains: is it worth holding out for when the Galaxy S24 Plus is already delivering solid performance? Let's break down what we know about these two flagship contenders.

When Google ended support for their first and second-generation Nest Learning Thermostats in October 2025, many users figured they would simply lose remote control features. What they probably did not expect was for Google to keep collecting detailed data from these supposedly "unsupported" devices. Here is what is happening behind the scenes, and why it raises serious questions about data privacy and corporate responsibility.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is getting the Black Friday treatment early. If you're hunting a flagship Android, this might be the moment to pull the trigger. Retailers are jumping the gun and Samsung is leaning in with aggressive promos, so the Ultra is seeing some of its steepest cuts since launch.

When two tech giants join forces, you know something big is brewing. Samsung SDI and Tesla are reportedly negotiating a massive deal that could reshape the energy storage landscape, with discussions centered around a multi-billion-dollar battery supply agreement. This is not just another business partnership, but a strategic move that highlights Tesla's growing focus on energy storage systems and showcases Samsung's expanding role beyond traditional electronics.

Reviewed by: Jame Jimenez

Picture this: you are scrolling through thousands of photos, desperately searching for that one perfect shot from last year’s vacation. Sound familiar? Google is working on a fix that turns that slog into a quick ask. A new button integration for the Ask Photos feature promises searches that feel like a chat with your library, not a chore.