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Google’s Noto 3D emoji appear on more Android devices after Pixel 11 debut

Google's Noto 3D emoji are appearing on additional Android phones after launching on Pixel 11, likely arriving through a system update.

Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 19, 2026•News
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Hirudo Android malware replaces banking apps to bypass security controls

Hirudo Android malware replaces legitimate banking apps with modified copies to bypass checks and steal credentials, according to ThreatFabric.

By Robert Haba•Oct 19•News

Samsung Galaxy S26 discounts continue on Amazon after October Prime Day

Amazon offers Samsung Galaxy S26 discounts of up to 32 percent following October Prime Day, with markdowns concentrated on 512GB storage models.

By Robert Haba•Oct 18•Phones

Samsung Galaxy S26 price increases roll out across online retailers

Samsung Galaxy S26 price increases of $100 to $200 have appeared online, pushing the 1TB Ultra model to $1,999 amid broader component cost pressures.

By Robert Haba•Oct 18•Phones

Google Messages update introduces swipe gestures and direct long-press controls

A Google Messages update introduces swipe gestures for timestamps and expanded long-press options, though availability remains limited during rollout.

By Robert Haba•Oct 18•Apps

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Samsung begins internal One UI 9.5 testing on Galaxy flagships and A-series phones

Samsung is testing One UI 9.5 internally on Galaxy S26, Z Fold 8, and select A-series models as new test builds surface with widget and debugging updates.

Oct 19Read article →
Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 7.1 for Pixel devices

Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 7.1 for Pixel devices

Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 7.1 for Pixel phones to fix severe UI freezes, while Pixel 11 Pro Fold users may need to re-enroll Face Unlock.

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Android Auto redesign hints emerge in version 18.0 beta

Android Auto redesign clues emerge in the 18.0 beta update, with code pointing to a new launcher asset under the Cielo codename.

Oct 16Read article →
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Android battery drain fixes & system optimization

Practical steps to diagnose rogue background processes, standby drain, and storage overload.

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Curated Android apps that respect your privacy

Hand-picked utilities, open-source alternatives, and productivity tools worth keeping installed.

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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 →
Amazfit Active 3 Premium

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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Honor Magic 8 Pro hands-on: premium design, powerful performance

Honor Magic 8 Pro hands-on: premium design, powerful performance

Honor isn't spending any time getting its new Magic 8 Pro ready for its domestic China launch this month, even if it's hard to believe that new flagship phone season has already begun again. My firsthand impressions are based on the pre-production unit that Honor supplied me prior to the launch. Honor's Magic OS 10 …

Oct 29Read article →

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Leaked Specs and Frames for Samsung Android XR Smart Glasses Surface

Leaked specs for the Samsung Android XR smart glasses reveal hardware details, battery life, and frame styles from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.

By scpy•Oct 19•Wearables
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Samsung Galaxy A54 October 2026 security update brings 62 fixes

Samsung rolled out the Galaxy A54 October 2026 security update with 62 bug fixes in Thailand, while opening enrollment for the One UI 9.0 beta.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 18•Phones
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Pixel 11 in a nutshell: a great phone that gives you little reason to upgrade

Google's Pixel 11 is a very good phone, but it is not a very new one. That is the takeaway from WIRED reviewer Simon Hill, who scored the $899 handset 8/10 and called it a slick, refined step forward from the Pixel 10, though only a small one. The short version If your phone is …

By Robert Haba•Oct 17•Phones
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How Quick Share for Windows connects Android phones directly to PCs

Quick Share for Windows transfers files from Android to your PC over Wi-Fi at rates up to 100MB/s, bypassing email and third-party cloud uploads.

By Robert Haba•Oct 17•Guides
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WhatsApp message scheduling spotted in Android beta build

WhatsApp message scheduling has appeared in an Android beta build, allowing users to queue encrypted messages and media up to two weeks in advance.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 16•News
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Why overnight charging wears down phone batteries and how Android settings prevent it

Overnight charging exposes phone batteries to sustained high voltage and heat. Learn how Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy settings stop cell degradation.

By Luiza Mosneagu•Oct 15•Guides
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Global smartphone shipments fell 20% in Q3 2026 amid memory shortages

Global smartphone shipments fell 20% in Q3 2026 amid memory shortages

Global smartphone shipments dropped 20% in Q3 2026 to a 14-year low as memory costs rose, though Samsung retained its top spot with foldables.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 15•News
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Nothing OS 5 update rolls out Android 17 to Phone 3

The Nothing OS 5 update brings Android 17 to Phone 3 users in a staggered rollout, adding the Geist font, AI upgrades, and a dedicated Glyph app.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 15•OS
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Google rolls out new Android scam protections and Messages upgrades

Google is introducing new Android scam protections, including Enhanced Protection in Messages, call-forwarding warnings, and screen-share privacy defenses.

By Cristian Penisoara•Oct 15•Apps
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