Qi2 25W wireless charging is coming to iPhones and 'major Android smartphones'
Lawrence Bonk / engadget - The newest version of the Qi2 wireless standard is coming to iPhones and some Android handsets. It has also received a snappy, new branding of Qi2 25W, denoting the wireless charging speed, which is miles better than the previous name of Qi2.2.The big hoo…
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Google’s leaked Pixel 10 images confirm a third camera
Jay Peters / theverge - It appears that Google will be adding a third back camera to the base Pixel 10 this year, based on what Android Headlines reports are official renders of the rumored phone. The third camera will be a telephoto camera, Android Headlines says, with the othe…
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Four new Android spyware samples linked to Iran's intel agency
Jessica Lyons / theregister - Persians added snooping capabilities to DCHSpy after Israeli bombs fell Four new samples of Android spyware linked to the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) that collects WhatsApp data, records audio and video, and hunts for files by nam…
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How Android phones became an earthquake warning system
John Timmer / arstechnica - The system uses phones' accelerometers to trigger warnings ahead of the shaking.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review: Foldable Perfection That’s Tempting Me to Leave My iPhone
Raymond Wong / gizmodo - I haven't been this obsessed over a Samsung phone since the company's literally explosive Galaxy Note 7.
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Google confirms plans to merge ChromeOS into Android
Craig Donaldson / pocket-lint - Sameer Samat, president of the Android Ecosystem at Google, has confirmed the company's plans to merge ChromeOS with Android.
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Google’s next Pixel Fold might be completely dust-proof
Emma Roth / theverge - Google’s upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be the first dust-proof foldable. A new leak published by Android Headlines says the Pixel 10 Pro Fold may come with an IP68 rating, which would make it completely dust-tight and allow it to withstand continuous s…
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All Rivian models are about to get native Google Maps navigation
Chris Smith / bgr - If you drive a Rivian and want to use Google Maps navigation on the car’s main infotainment system, you should know the two companies just …The post All Rivian models are about to get native Google Maps navigation appeared first on BGR.
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Google exec says the company will unify Android and ChromeOS
Kris Holt / engadget - Google is taking another step toward unifying its ecosystem by merging Android and ChromeOS. Sameer Samat, the president of Google’s Android ecosystem, confirmed this shift in an interview with TechRadar.Samat was curious how the publication's Lance Ulano…
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Google brings Gemini to Wear OS watches, adds AI Mode to Circle to Search
Aisha Malik / techcrunch - Google is rolling out Gemini to Wear OS watches, the company announced on Wednesday.
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Google Forces Gemini App Integration on Android, Sparking Widespread Privacy Fears
Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - Google's new Android update enables Gemini AI to access third-party apps by default, overriding user settings and sparking widespread privacy concerns.The post Google Forces Gemini App Integration on Android, Sparking Widespread Privacy Fears appeared fir…
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Epic Games and Samsung settle lawsuit over app sideloading limitations
techspot - Epic Games is dismissing its lawsuit against Samsung, after the two parties reportedly resolved their dispute through amicable discussions. Sweeney announced that the court case will not proceed further, as Samsung agreed to address the company's concerns…
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Nothing Phone 3: Reviews Highlight Surprises and Minimalist Design
Multiple reviews of the newly unveiled Nothing Phone 3 reveal a device that’s not only stylish with its minimalist appeal but also packed with unexpected features that challenge established flagships. Testers note its surprising twists that have quickly turned the phone into a talking point in tech circles.
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Google’s $314M Fine for Covert Android Data Use Spotlights Big Tech’s Widening Privacy Crisis
Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - Google has been ordered to pay $314.6 million for using Android users' cellular data without permission, highlighting a growing wave of privacy lawsuits against Big Tech.The post Google’s $314M Fine for Covert Android Data Use Spotlights Big Tech’s Wideni…
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Android 16 can warn you if a stingray device is spying on you
Matthew Mountjoy / mobilesyrup - The new Android 16 update has a feature that will warn you when someone is using a fake and insecure network for malicious purposes. The attack utilizes a device known as a “stingray.” The attacker sets up the device near a target that they want to observ…
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Google finally lets Android users put Chrome’s address bar on the bottom
Jay Peters / theverge - Google is starting to roll out a feature for Chrome on Android that lets users move the address bar to the bottom of the screen. It’s something that iOS Chrome users have been able to do since 2023, and it could help make the address bar more easily acces…
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Google: EU Court Opinion Paves Way for Record €4.1B Fine
Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - Google faces a landmark defeat as an EU court adviser recommends upholding a €4.12 billion fine for Android abuse, a major victory for regulators that comes amid intensifying antitrust pressure on the company in the US and globally.The post Google: EU Cou…
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Google dunks on iOS 26 as it teases imminent Pixel 10 launch
Chris Smith / bgr - I thought Google would surely mock Apple Intelligence at I/O 2025, following Apple’s massive fumble this year. Apple’s big Siri makeover is still missing in …The post Google dunks on iOS 26 as it teases imminent Pixel 10 launch appeared first on BGR.
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Google will reduce battery life for some Pixel 6a phones to prevent overheating
Anna Washenko / engadget - Google's Pixel 6a has been a winner in many respects, but a new issue with the smartphone's battery may pose a safety concern. After Android Authority reported on a pair of instances where a Pixel 6a battery overheated to the point where the device caught…
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Android 16 is now available on Pixel phones – here’s what’s new
Chris Smith / bgr - I didn’t expect Google to launch Android 16 one day after Apple unveiled iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, but that’s exactly what happened. Rather than …The post Android 16 is now available on Pixel phones – here’s what’s new appeared first on BGR.
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