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#android-diagnostics

'Invisible mouse' made a mess of PC rebuild

After endlessly pulling the plug out, and plugging it in again, many reboots and lots of swearing, we finally discovered the problem. The new one was hidden under the PC's side casing.

Games

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.

Artificial intelligence

fromgizmodo.com

I've Tested a Lot of Bad Smart Glasses and These Are the Worst Yet

Dymesty AI Glasses are poorly designed and functionally useless, failing to deliver on their promised features.

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.

Roam Research

How to create your own custom Android air gesture

Android air gestures enhance device usability and productivity without direct contact.

1 week ago

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.

Digital life

I changed 12 settings on my Android phone to significantly improve its battery life

Gadgets

My 4-step routine to make any Android phone run like new again (and it never fails me)

Gadgets

Your Android phone feeling slow? My 4-step refresh routine works wonders every time

Digital life

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.

Roam Research

How to create your own custom Android air gesture

Android air gestures enhance device usability and productivity without direct contact.

1 week ago

The Android dark mode upgrade you deserve

Android's dark mode lacks contextual intelligence, limiting its usefulness despite the potential of modern device sensors.

Digital life

I changed 12 settings on my Android phone to significantly improve its battery life

Gadgets

My 4-step routine to make any Android phone run like new again (and it never fails me)

Gadgets

Your Android phone feeling slow? My 4-step refresh routine works wonders every time

Wearables

OnePlus Watch 4 Appears on Google Play Console With Snapdragon W5 Chip

Wearables

OnePlus Watch 4 shows up in the Google Play Console, here's what it looks like

Mobile UX

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra key specs and launch date revealed, will get a dedicated gaming controller

Mobile UX

OnePlus Nord CE6, Nord CE6 Lite launch set for next month, specs confirmed

Mobile UX

OnePlus Nord CE6 or CE6 Lite runs Geekbench, reveals its chipset

Wearables

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OnePlus Watch 4 Appears on Google Play Console With Snapdragon W5 Chip

OnePlus Watch 4 specifications and design details have surfaced, indicating a potential launch soon, though OnePlus has not officially confirmed it.

Wearables

OnePlus Watch 4 shows up in the Google Play Console, here's what it looks like

OnePlus Watch 4 features 2GB RAM, Snapdragon Wear W5 SoC, and is expected to launch with Wear OS 5 and a 646 mAh battery.

Mobile UX

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra key specs and launch date revealed, will get a dedicated gaming controller

OnePlus Nord CE6, Nord CE6 Lite launch set for next month, specs confirmed

OnePlus will launch the Nord CE6 series in India on May 7, featuring advanced specifications and two models: Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite.

Mobile UX

OnePlus Nord CE6 or CE6 Lite runs Geekbench, reveals its chipset

'Technician Aura': the bugs that flee when you arrive

Technician Aura often causes tech issues to vanish when a technician is present, complicating troubleshooting efforts.

Google Photos Fixes Android Image Editing Tool: Here's What Changed

Google Photos updates improve the crop tool by fixing bugs and enhancing user experience for easier photo editing.

Google Photos adds subtle touch-up tools for faces

Google Photos introduces new touch-up tools for subtle enhancements to faces in photos.

Photography

fromTechRepublic

Google Photos Fixes Android Image Editing Tool: Here's What Changed

Google Photos updates improve the crop tool by fixing bugs and enhancing user experience for easier photo editing.

Google Photos adds subtle touch-up tools for faces

Google Photos introduces new touch-up tools for subtle enhancements to faces in photos.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra review

Oppo Find X9 Ultra competes globally with advanced camera features and specifications, targeting DSLR-quality photography in the smartphone market.

3 days ago

Mobile UX

Oppo Find X9s spotted on Geekbench running Dimensity 9500s

Mobile UX

Oppo reveals the main specs for the Pad 5 Pro and Pad Mini

5 hours ago

Oppo Find X9 Ultra review

Oppo Find X9 Ultra competes globally with advanced camera features and specifications, targeting DSLR-quality photography in the smartphone market.

3 days ago

Oppo Find X9s spotted on Geekbench running Dimensity 9500s

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will debut globally on April 21, featuring advanced specifications and a powerful camera setup.

Mobile UX

Oppo reveals the main specs for the Pad 5 Pro and Pad Mini

New Android development tool designed for robots, not humans

Google's new Android CLI for AI agents reduces token usage by 70% and task completion time by three times.

#smartphones

Apple

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series is 100 off, OnePlus 15R and Xiaomi 15T are on sale

fromWIRED

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series is 100 off, OnePlus 15R and Xiaomi 15T are on sale

fromWIRED

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.

Is your Pixel battery draining faster lately? These 4 temporary fixes helped me

Pixel users experience significant battery drain after the March update, with no official acknowledgment or fix from Google.

Productivity

I found the apps slowing down my PC - how to kill the biggest memory hogs

Identifying and managing background processes can optimize PC performance and reduce memory usage.

14 hours ago

Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus vs. Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra offers exclusive features, while the S26 Plus provides a similar experience at a lower price.

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

Google has launched a Gemini app for Mac that includes website features and can analyze content in shared windows.

Google Pixel phones have a useful voicemail feature that's hidden by default - how to enable it

Google's Take A Message feature simplifies voicemail management for Android users, offering real-time transcriptions and spam filtering.

I tried the new Gemini app for Mac - and it's better than the website in one big way

Google has launched a Gemini app for Mac that includes website features and can analyze content in shared windows.

Google Pixel phones have a useful voicemail feature that's hidden by default - how to enable it

Google's Take A Message feature simplifies voicemail management for Android users, offering real-time transcriptions and spam filtering.

Redmi A7 and A7 Pro budget 4G phones announced

Xiaomi launched the Redmi A7 4G and A7 Pro 4G in India, featuring similar specs with differences in battery and software support.

GameBench releases its free FPS Monitor app to let you monitor professional-grade performance metrics on your device

GameBench FPS Monitor is a free app for real-time gaming performance monitoring on Android devices running Android 11 or later.

iPhone charging slowly? 6 quick fixes to try before blaming your battery

Using a fast charger significantly improves iPhone charging speed, especially for models iPhone 8 and later.

20 hours ago

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max tipped to use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will feature a 6.9-inch display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset, dual 200MP cameras, and an upgraded haptic motor.

Photography

Your new on-demand Android memo machine

Shots Studio is a free, open-source Android app that captures and organizes screenshots with optional AI processing and memo-making capabilities.

#android-17

Mobile UX

Motorola will allow even more users to try out the new Android 17 beta this year

Future Pixel phones could feature LED lighting on the rear panel

Google's Android 17 Beta 4 includes a feature called Pixel Glow, which uses LED lights for notifications on future Pixel devices.

3 weeks ago

Mobile UX

Android 17 Beta 3 is now available for developers

Gadgets

Android 17 is shaping up to be a big win for Pixel users - but I still want these features

Gadgets

Google releases Android 17 Beta 1 for these Pixel devices

Mobile UX

Motorola will allow even more users to try out the new Android 17 beta this year

Future Pixel phones could feature LED lighting on the rear panel

Google's Android 17 Beta 4 includes a feature called Pixel Glow, which uses LED lights for notifications on future Pixel devices.

3 weeks ago

Mobile UX

Android 17 Beta 3 is now available for developers

Gadgets

Android 17 is shaping up to be a big win for Pixel users - but I still want these features

Gadgets

Google releases Android 17 Beta 1 for these Pixel devices

Motorola Moto G Stylus (2026) in for review

The Moto G Stylus (2026) features a built-in stylus, improved battery, and retains many specs from its predecessor.

fromwww.gsmarena.com

Weekly poll: would you buy a Poco X8 Pro or a Poco X8 Pro Max?

Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max offer flagship features at mid-range prices, appealing to budget-conscious consumers.

Our new favorite budget phones

The best budget phones currently are the iPhone 17E and Google's Pixel 10A, with the Nothing Phone 4A Pro as a strong alternative.

vivo V70 FE review

Vivo V70 FE offers a similar experience to V70 at a lower price, with a larger display and battery but downgraded camera and chipset.

Google's Pixel 10 is now 30% off on Amazon for a limited time

The Google Pixel 10 is on sale with significant discounts, offering advanced features and a strong camera system.

#android-repair-mode

Gadgets

How to turn on repair mode on your Android phone - and why it's critical to do so

Getting your Android phone repaired? Turn on this setting first - and lock down your data

Android Repair Mode is a special diagnostic mode available on Pixel and Samsung phones running Android 14 or later that helps troubleshoot hardware issues without full system access.

Gadgets

How to turn on repair mode on your Android phone - and why it's critical to do so

Getting your Android phone repaired? Turn on this setting first - and lock down your data

Android Repair Mode is a special diagnostic mode available on Pixel and Samsung phones running Android 14 or later that helps troubleshoot hardware issues without full system access.

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Even more details about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak

Qualcomm will launch Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Gen 6 Pro chipsets in September, featuring advanced CPU and GPU architectures.

Oppo adds new AI features to ColorOS 16 on the Find X9 Ultra

Oppo's ColorOS 16 introduces AI features like Bill Manager, Mind Pilot, Menu Translation, and Email Brief for enhanced user experience.

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

Gemini can now automate some multi-step tasks on Android | TechCrunch

Google launched Gemini AI automations on Android to handle multi-step tasks like food delivery and rideshare orders, initially limited to select apps, devices, and U.S./Korea regions.

I changed 12 settings on my Android phone to extend its battery life by hours

One of the biggest battery drainers for any smartphone is the always-on display. Companies regularly tell you that this display setting only drains about 1% to 2% an hour, but let's be honest -- it's always way more. It may be nice to glance at your phone while it sits on a table to check the time, but it's probably not worth sacrificing battery life.

Gadgets

1 week ago

Redmi K90 Max runs Geekbench, confirms its high-end chipset

Redmi K90 Max will launch with a unique cooling fan, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, and impressive specifications including a 6.83-inch OLED screen.

RedMagic 11s Pro is coming, certification reveals

RedMagic is launching the 11s Pro, a refresh of the 11 Pro, with unclear specifications and potential improvements.

#google-pixel

Gadgets

I upgraded my Google Pixel phone's performance by adjusting these 10 settings

Gadgets

I fixed my Google Pixel's biggest annoyances by changing these 10 settings

Gadgets

I upgraded my Google Pixel phone's performance by adjusting these 10 settings

Gadgets

I fixed my Google Pixel's biggest annoyances by changing these 10 settings

more#google-pixel

3 future Android features you can give yourself today

Thanks to the way Google's for years now been deconstructing Android and pulling OS-level pieces out of the operating system itself - so they exist as regular ol' apps and can consequently be updated quickly, frequently, and in a way that reaches everyone instantly, regardless of what phone or carrier they're using - even Android phones from eight years ago get updates numerous times a year that are all virtually equivalent to an entire iOS operating system rollout.

Gadgets

I changed 10 settings on my Samsung phone to significantly improve the performance

Personalize Samsung Galaxy settings—disable notification pop-ups, enable gesture navigation, and maximize screen resolution—to improve responsiveness, focus, privacy, and overall user experience.

The best Android feature you (probably) aren't using

Android Reading Mode is a system-wide, installable feature that improves phone reading by offering enhanced, integrated reading tools beyond Chrome's reader.

Disabling this Google Pixel core freed up to 10GB of storage space for me - here's how

Disabling AICore on Pixel phones can free up to 10GB, reduce memory and battery usage, and remove AI notifications while still allowing access to AI features.

I tried Android's notification summaries on my Pixel, and they're surprisingly useful

Newer Pixel phones use on-device AI to summarize long messages from messaging apps and display summaries on the lock screen for quick overview.

Samsung Browser will get multitasking, AI and more with One UI 9

Samsung Browser will introduce multi-window split-screen browsing with One UI 9, allowing simultaneous viewing of multiple websites, with up to three windows on larger devices like the Z Fold 7.

Google just leaked a first look at Android for PC in action

9to5Google spotted a bug report related to Chrome Incognito tabs published to the Google Issue Tracker yesterday, including two screen recordings taken from a device running Aluminium OS. Google has now restricted access to the report, but 9to5Google managed to pull the videos first. The site also reports that the bug tracker mentioned an ALOS software version - already confirmed to be the initialism for Aluminium OS - and that the recordings came from an HP Elite Dragonfly 13.5 Chromebook.

Gadgets

How to get an early taste of Android's next-gen multitasking magic

Android 17 will introduce Bubbles, a desktop-style floating-window multitasking feature that users can partially access now through existing methods.

#samsung-galaxy

Gadgets

Own a Samsung phone? Changing these 7 settings will extend its battery life by hours

Gadgets

I changed these 7 settings on my Samsung phone to extend the battery life by hours

Gadgets

Own a Samsung phone? Changing these 7 settings will extend its battery life by hours

Gadgets

I changed these 7 settings on my Samsung phone to extend the battery life by hours

I'm a diehard Pixel fan, but this sleek Android phone has me questioning why

RedMagic 11 Air offers high-end mobile gaming performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite, RedCore R4, 7,000mAh battery, 16GB RAM, and 144Hz display in a lighter, streamlined design.

fromEngadget

Google begins calling out battery-killing Android apps

Google is implementing warning labels on the Play Store for apps that drain battery through excessive background activity, with gradual rollout beginning March 1.

Weekly poll results: most of you are on Android 16 already

At the start of December, Google reported that Android 16 adoption was low. However, our tech-savvy audience is ahead of the curve and most of the people who voted in last week's poll have version 16 running on their phone. For some (7%), it's because they bought a new phone recently and it came with Android 16 out of the box. The majority of voters (55%), however, received version 16 as an update.

Mobile UX

fromgizmodo.com