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Huawei has released its new high-performance Kirin 9050 Pro chipset, and details about the silicon's architecture are now available across CPU, GPU, NPU, modem, security, and cooling. CPU, GPU, and NPU upgrades The chip's LinxiCore CPU supports simultaneous multi-threading and delivers a 24% gain in peak single-core performance alongside a 52% gain in multi-core concurrent
Nothing has officially announced Nothing OS 5.0, one of its biggest software releases in recent years. Built on Android 17, the update brings an on-device AI app builder, a standalone Glyph app, new widgets, and a range of performance and visual upgrades. Alongside the announcement, Nothing has also confirmed which phones will get the update
Gemini Spark, the paid Gemini feature that runs complex, multi-step tasks in the background, is getting a significant addition this week: Google Photos support. The integration, reported by Droid Life, is a major connection for Spark, since it opens the door to Google Photos-related requests that could otherwise take hours to complete manually. As part
Google's Scam Detection feature could be coming to Xiaomi phones next, according to a new APK teardown by Android Authority. The AI-powered scam-call warning tool debuted first on Pixel devices, has since expanded to Samsung's Galaxy S26 series, and has shown signs of heading to vivo phones as well, and Android Authority now says it's
Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 9 update, based on Android 17, starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series worldwide, according to Memeburn. Samsung is also internally testing the update on 49 additional Galaxy phones and tablets, with the software rolling out through the rest of the year on a staggered
Google’s Pixel 11 series has arrived with Gemini and camera changes spanning daily assistance, voice entry, visual presets, and low-light shooting. As Android Central reported on Aug. 12, the headline Pixel 11 features extend Gemini Intelligence to more than 40 apps, bring new tools to Gboard, and make Instant Night Sight faster on the Pro
Google will begin shutting down Google Assistant on Android phones starting September 4, moving users over to Gemini as the company's default mobile voice assistant. The change comes via an email Google has started sending to users, as reported by Ars Technica. Rollout Will Happen Gradually The transition won't happen for everyone on the same
The invites for Google's Pixel event just landed, and the leaks have already laid out a stacked rundown of the Google Pixel 11 and Tensor G6. Tech forums have already made up their minds. Going by the leaks, the G6 looks like a regression. The G6 comes up short on CPU cores, and its graphics
Not all Android smartwatches are built the same. The Pixel Watch carries a handful of features that simply don't exist on a Galaxy Watch or any other Wear OS device. Anyone wearing one should know what those advantages actually are. “At a Glance” on your watch face Pixel phones — specifically the Pixel Launcher —
Early Geekbench results for the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 show almost no CPU improvement over the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, with the older chip actually edging it out in single-core performance. GPU gains look more promising, sitting around 20%, but raw processing power appears to be largely unchanged. Typically, when a company like Qualcomm releases
Honor introduced a new term to the industry, “Agentic OS,” on the opening day of MWC26 in Shanghai, outlining several defining characteristics of this operating system concept along with features that will arrive for users through the upcoming MagicOS 11 update. The reveal took place during the MWC 26 first-day event on June 24, where
OPPO has released ColorOS 16.1, its mid-cycle upgrade that remains based on Android 16 and arrives ahead of the Android 17 update expected for eligible devices later this year. The release is a substantial one, covering everything from a new live activity system and a redesigned camera interface to AI assistant improvements and cross-platform file
Hands-on testing of the Honor 600 over a full week raises questions about dropping thousands on flagships. This year's Honor 600 lineup includes both standard and Pro models, but availability tilts heavily toward the base Honor 600 over the pricier Pro variant in most markets. Practical experience suggests sticking with the cheaper option makes sense
Google Photos has been on a steady update streak lately, picking up long-requested features alongside smaller quality-of-life improvements. The app isn't slowing down either - Google is now rolling out another update that brings a set of touch-up tools directly into the built-in image editor. The company is framing the addition around the idea that
Honor is rolling out a new MagicOS 10 update to the Magic 7 series, introducing a range of YOYO AI features alongside broader system improvements. The April 2026 update is now being pushed to devices, with the Magic 7 lineup among the first to receive the firmware. This release focuses heavily on AI enhancements while
The first batch of teasers for the Honor 600 Series was just released by HONOR, and the message is immediately apparent. The four pillars being emphasized ahead of the worldwide debut are ultra-thin design, long battery life, flagship processor, and AI-enhanced night photography. It's difficult to overlook the timing of this next generation of the
The landscape of digital content creation has shifted dramatically in 2026, moving away from labor-intensive manual sculpting toward automated generative workflows. As demand for immersive content in gaming and spatial computing accelerates, the industry now prioritizes tools that deliver instant text-to-3D and image-to-3D capabilities without compromising topology. This analysis evaluates the current market leaders, specifically
With the impending HarmonyOS 6.0 versions, Huawei has revealed additional intriguing AI photography features for its devices. Amazing watermarks, an AI color scheme for photos, touch-to-fireworks effects, and many other enhancements are included in the list. New AI camera functions for HarmonyOS 6.0 smartphones will soon be available, according to Richard Yu, Executive Director and
The integration of artificial intelligence into healthcare software has transformed patient care, administrative workflows, and diagnostic procedures. As medical institutions seek to leverage data-driven insights, AI-powered solutions offer unparalleled accuracy, efficiency, and personalization. From predictive risk assessment to automated imaging analysis, these technologies redefine the standards of modern healthcare delivery, bridging gaps between clinicians and
Google will bring the most recent Android Auto 15.4 update during November, although the company hasn't spoken anything about it. The most recent version, which was discovered by autoevolution, stands out for remaining in beta for more than a week, which is unusual for Google. The new version is starting to roll out, and sideloading
