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Google is significantly raising the security bar for Android devices in 2026 with Android 17. The update delivers a broad sweep of security and privacy improvements targeting some of the most common threats users face today — financial fraud, physical device theft, and invasive app tracking. Android 17 tackles phone scams at the call level […]

Andro 17 Security Protections
OSRobert HabaMay 15, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Nearly 18 months after the FBI warned Americans about the security risks of texting between iPhones and Android devices, Apple has introduced end-to-end encrypted cross-platform messaging through iOS 26.5, according to Forbes. The update enables encrypted RCS messaging between iPhone and Android users for the first time – though Apple has noted that the feature […]

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AppsRobert HabaMay 13, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Being a Pixel owner outside the United States has always come with a catch: a long list of AI features that simply aren’t available in your region. Google has gradually extended some of these to international markets, but the majority remain US-only. That gap may be getting a little smaller, as the company appears to […]

Google Pixel’s “Take a Message” Feature May Soon Expand to More Countries and Non-Pixel Devices
NewsRobert HabaMay 13, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

GrapheneOS has published a lengthy thread on X accusing Google and Apple of gradually making the internet and mobile apps more dependent on their own platforms, devices, and software ecosystems. The project argues that tools like Google’s Play Integrity API and Apple’s App Attest are being marketed as security features when, in practice, they make […]

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OSRobert HabaMay 12, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

It rarely makes sense to pay full price for Google’s flagship Pixel Watch 4, since the smartwatch goes on sale often. This is one of those moments. It is not at its lowest-ever price, but the Pixel Watch 4 is currently $40 below its MSRP, and buyers can choose from several band color options, including […]

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WearablesRobert HabaApril 27, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Pixel phones are no strangers to the occasional software hiccup, and the latest issue making the rounds is a slow performance bug that has started affecting a growing number of users. Pixel devices have never been the go-to choice for heavy multitasking or gaming, but day-to-day responsiveness has typically been one of their stronger points. […]

Pixel Users Report Massive Slowdowns – Recent Update May Be to Blame
OSRobert HabaApril 25, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Samsung has officially confirmed what many Galaxy users feared: Samsung Messages is going away. The app will be fully discontinued in July 2026. It’s already been pulled from pre-installation on newer Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S26 series. Once July hits, you won’t be able to download it from the Galaxy Store either. And shortly […]

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AppsRobert HabaApril 24, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

With the final scheduled Android 17 Beta dropping just last week, Google has wasted no time shifting focus — Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 is already here. Google describes the release officially as the start of “the next round of Beta updates for our September Feature Drop release,” marking the beginning of the QPR1 cycle […]

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OSRobert HabaApril 23, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

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 […]

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AppsRobert HabaApril 22, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

The Play services, Play Store, and Play system update for Android phones and tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC are the main topics covered in the monthly “Google System Release Notes.” While certain features are intended for developers, others are applicable to end users. The “Google System” is made up of the following […]

Google’s Latest System Update Improves Android in Subtle Ways You’ll Notice
OSCristian PenisoaraApril 21, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Android 17 Beta 4 is now rolling out to Pixel devices, and Google says it is the “last scheduled beta of this release cycle.” After the larger Beta 3 update brought new features and platform stability, this release appears focused on final refinements ahead of a stable launch later this quarter. To install Android 17 […]

Android 17 beta
OSCristian PenisoaraApril 20, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Pixel Glow Is a Real Thing, and It’s Coming Android 17 Beta 4, released today, contains explicit references to a new hardware feature called Pixel Glow. The description is straightforward: subtle light and color on the back panel of the device, designed to notify users of important activity when the phone is face down. This isn’t […]

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OSRobert HabaApril 17, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Google already cut the Pixel Watch 3 LTE starting price from $350 to $250 to keep it competitive alongside the newer Pixel Watch 4. That was a solid deal. This is not that. Right now on Amazon, the 45mm Pixel Watch 3 with LTE — originally $399.99 — is available for $159.99 in Matte Black […]

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NewsLuiza MosneaguApril 16, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Samsung recently established a clear schedule for discontinuing Samsung Messages, establishing Google Messages as the default messaging software on Galaxy phones. While this is ultimately a welcome shift, the fact that Samsung Messages no longer supports RCS has left some longstanding users wanting the customisation tools they were accustomed to. It appears that Google has taken note and is working on adding some fun features that Samsung Messages users will recognize. Currently, the only way to modify RCS chats in Google Messages is to use the “Change colors” option from the three-dot menu. This option allows you to alter the backdrop and chat bubble colors simultaneously, but that’s all the personalization you can do in individual or group chats. In comparison, Samsung Messages […]

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AppsRobert HabaApril 15, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Samsung has posted an official “End of Service” notice on its website confirming that its native Messages app will go dark sometime in July. The exact shutdown date hasn’t been pinned down yet — Samsung says it will be announced inside the app itself when the time comes. But the message is clear: the company […]

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AppsRobert HabaApril 7, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Google has launched Wear OS 6.1, based on Android 16’s second Quarterly Platform Release (QPR2) — specifically API level 36.1 — which first dropped in December as a minor SDK update. The last comparable release was Wear OS 5.1 in November 2024, which brought a significant jump from Android 14 to 15. Google has confirmed […]

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WearablesRobert HabaApril 5, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

Now Playing has never been the most talked-about Pixel exclusive, but it’s been making headlines lately. Last month, Google gave it a major upgrade by spinning it off into a standalone app — a move that had been telegraphed by leaks well before the official announcement. The app hasn’t stood still since launch. Shortly after […]

Google Pixel’s Now Playing app may restore a feature users missed
AppsRobert HabaApril 5, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

The Pixel Watch 5 is anticipated to launch in late 2026. The Pixel Watch 4 was released in October of last year, despite Google’s August announcement. As of right now, there are no leaks that indicate when its replacement will be released. The pricing of the Pixel Watch 5 is anticipated to stay the same […]

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WearablesRobert HabaMarch 17, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views

In our opinion, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is one of the best phone currently available. In addition to offering an amazing hardware and software experience, it has a clean, contemporary, and distinctive appearance. Additionally, Google has committed to supporting the phone for seven years, so as time goes on, the software will only […]

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
NewsRobert HabaFebruary 25, 2026💬 1K shares👁️ 2.5K views