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One UI 9 battery drain reported on Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Early reports show isolated One UI 9 battery drain on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, though most users appear unaffected following the October update.

scpy•Oct 23, 2026•News
One UI 9 battery drain reported on Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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Pixel notification badges may add unread counts in Android 17

Pixel notification badges may soon display unread counts, based on hidden settings uncovered in the Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 release.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 23•News

Samsung 2nm Exynos 2700 could shift foundry and mobile chip strategy

Samsung tests the 2nm Exynos 2700 for the Galaxy S27 series, aiming for 12% faster speeds and lower processor costs than Qualcomm components.

By Robert Haba•Oct 22•News

Walmart cuts iVANKY ultra-slim magnetic power bank to $15 in 50% discount

The iVANKY ultra-slim magnetic power bank is 50% off at Walmart for $15, providing 20W wired and 7.5W wireless charging in a 0.3-inch thick design.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 22•News

Motorola wide foldable appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

A Motorola wide foldable has surfaced on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 12GB of RAM, and Android 17 ahead of a possible 2026 release.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 22•Phones

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Sony Xperia 1 VII Android 17 update begins rolling out in Europe

Sony Xperia 1 VII Android 17 update begins rolling out in Europe

The Sony Xperia 1 VII Android 17 update is rolling out in Europe with desktop mode and visual tweaks, though it omits the newer AI Camera Assistant.

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Samsung rolls out Galaxy S24 One UI 9 update on Verizon

Samsung rolls out Galaxy S24 One UI 9 update on Verizon

Samsung is rolling out the Galaxy S24 One UI 9 update based on Android 17, with Verizon publishing new build numbers for the base, Plus, and Ultra models.

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Xiaomi Confirms Poco Phones Eligible for the Android 16 Update

Xiaomi October update reaches 15 devices with 25 security fixes

The Xiaomi October update brings 25 security patches to 15 devices in China and Europe, with wider global availability expected to follow.

Oct 22Read article →
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Huawei Mate 90 Pro – review – launches in China with a 12,000-nit display and 6600mAh battery

Huawei Mate 90 Pro – review – launches in China with a 12,000-nit display and 6600mAh battery

Huawei has officially unveiled the Huawei Mate 90 Pro in China, a new flagship that starts at ¥6,999 for the base 12GB + 256GB model. The phone pairs a Tandem OLED display with 12,000 nits of local peak brightness, the new Kirin 9035 processor, a 50MP variable-aperture main camera, eSIM satellite communications, and a 6600mAh …

Oct 8Read article →
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Amazfit Active 3 Premium Review: A Surprisingly Capable Budget Running Watch

When most people picture a serious running watch, brands like Garmin and Coros tend to come to mind. Amazfit, not so much. That perception may be shifting, though. The Chinese brand's latest release — the Amazfit Active 3 Premium — is sleek, solidly built, and loaded with tracking features, all for $169.99. This is a …

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Amazon offers $749 Pixel 10 Pro XL deal as memory prices climb

An Amazon Pixel 10 Pro XL deal cuts the 256GB Moonstone phone to $850, saving buyers $450 compared to its $1,300 sequel amid rising memory costs.

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How to fix Android time zones amid Canadian daylight saving changes

How to fix Android time zones amid Canadian daylight saving changes

Google explained how to manage Android time zones as Canadian regions end seasonal time changes, offering steps for automatic and manual clock adjustments.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 23•Guides
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Galaxy S27 RAM configurations may include 8GB options to offset chip costs

Galaxy S27 RAM configurations may include 8GB options to offset chip costs

Samsung's Galaxy S27 RAM options may include 8GB variants to offset rising memory prices, alongside potential storage tier differences.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•News
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Xiaomi 18 Pro price leak points to steep European increase and smaller batteries

Leaked European regulatory listings suggest the Xiaomi 18 Pro price could start at €1,449, with smaller batteries than Chinese models.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•Phones
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Google adds toggle to lock Quick Settings connectivity in Android 17

Android 17 QPR 3 Beta 2 lets Pixel owners lock Quick Settings connectivity to prevent thieves from disabling network tracking on stolen phones.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•News
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Apple 1.4nm chips reportedly targeted for 2028 production at TSMC

TSMC is reportedly targeting 2028 to produce Apple 1.4nm chips, leaving 2027 iPhones on a refined 2nm process as AI chip demand surges.

By Robert Haba•Oct 22•News
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Galaxy S27 launch could arrive in January despite component upgrades

Samsung may aim for a January Galaxy S27 launch, but memory upgrades and processor testing could shift the $899 flagship lineup to February.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•Phones
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Foldable display shipments could surge 44% in 2026 led by Apple and wider designs

Foldable display shipments could surge 44% in 2026 led by Apple and wider designs

Omdia expects foldable display shipments to jump 44% in 2026 to 29 million units, fueled by Apple's iPhone Duo and growing demand for wide-screen foldables.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•News
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Xiaomi starts HyperOS 4 stable update rollout for flagship phones and tablets

The HyperOS 4 stable update is rolling out in China for Xiaomi 17, Redmi K100, and Pad 8 devices, bringing HyperCore optimizations and visual redesigns.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 22•OS
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OnePlus 16 global launch may happen as international firmware testing surfaces

A OnePlus 16 global launch may be in development as software tests surface for India and global markets, though US and European releases remain unlikely.

By Robert Haba•Oct 21•Phones
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