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Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 arrived on August 14 as the latest preview of the December release. 9to5Google described the Friday launch as unexpected and began a running catalog of changes that was still marked as updating. As new changes are discovered, the latest entries will be placed at the top of the page. Readers
Honor is deep in development on MagicOS 11, and fresh details suggest the company is going all-in on a visual overhaul — one that will bring a Liquid Glass-inspired interface to its devices. Following iOS 26 and HarmonyOS 7, Honor appears ready to join the glass UI wave with its own take on the aesthetic.
Huawei took the wraps off HarmonyOS 7 at its Huawei Developer Conference (HDC) on June 12, 2026. The new OS update spans smartphones, tablets, PCs, wearables, and IoT devices, with Yu Chengdong - Huawei's Executive Director, Chairman of the Product Investment Review Committee, and Chairman of the Consumer Business Group - officially announcing the update
On January 22, 2026, Xiaomi launched the HyperOS 3.1 beta, which included minor but significant UI and privacy improvements. Phones become smoother and speedier as a result. Additionally, the HyperOS 3.1 update uses AI to extend battery life. With improved app switching and adjustable settings, it improves the user interface. Additionally, it offers improved multitasking,
The latest version of Xiaomi's HyperOS is almost here, and it looks like there will be a lot of changes. Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1 appears to be attempting to improve the appearance of their software by drawing inspiration from well-known skins. There is a significant hitch, though, that could let some users with outdated specs down.
Oppo's ColorOS is the operating system that has produced the most feature-rich Android skins. The user experience is now significantly enhanced by the AI tools. Now, Oppo users are looking forward to the release of ColorOS 16. The most recent version of Android 16 will serve as its foundation. More efficiency, more features. This post
When someone lands on your website, their experience matters – more than most businesses realise. In fact, user experience (UX) can make or break whether a visitor turns into a customer. While UX might seem like a tech-heavy concept, it simply means this: how easy and enjoyable your website is to use. And one of
Nothing has published its Android launcher version 3.3.4, which has significant enhancements centered on visual design, usability, and speed. The update is compatible with the majority of Android devices running Android 10 or later and is currently accessible through the Google Play Store. The updated app drawer is the most significant change. It now adopts
Through a newly published user survey, Xiaomi has given users an early glimpse at HyperOS 3, and the changes are remarkable. Xiaomi intends to establish HyperOS as a high-end, competitive platform, as evidenced by the recent screenshot's significant UI redesign. With significant updates to key system components, especially icons and layouts, the design language is
Samsung Galaxy Watches will get a substantial overhaul with the release of One UI 8 Watch, which might arrive as early as June or July and is expected to incorporate Google Gemini, a Shortcuts app, and Samsung's Now Bar. Following claims that Samsung will bypass One UI 7 Watch in favor of One UI 8
Android 16 offers a lot of innovations that I’m eager to test out on my Android phone, including Material 3 Expressive, a redesigned Quick Settings menu, and Live Updates. It seems like one of the biggest Android updates in a long time. There weren’t many obvious adjustments that would have excited me. Prior to Google
With Samsung now enabling Galaxy S25 series owners to test the most recent One UI 8 beta program, starting in its home country of South Korea, One UI 8 will soon be available on your Galaxy phone. You must be wondering how to join the beta phase as soon as it arrives on your device,
With Gemini mostly overshadowing the two-day developer conference, Google I/O 2025 is now gone. On the other hand, the release of Android 16 QPR1 Beta, which incorporates the previously introduced Material 3 Expressive design language, is a more noteworthy advancement for certain aficionados. What's new in this version and how to access the beta are
Samsung devices include a power-saving mode; while this feature is similar to all smartphones around the world, One UI 7.0 makes it more customisable. Android and iOS smartphones have had a power saving mode for some time, but you may only be able to enable or disable it. Smartphones, by default, limit background processes such
There is no sugarcoating it. Samsung botched the deployment of One UI 7 on the top Galaxy phones. Still, it is one of the most significant redesigns in One UI history, adding an unmatched level of polish to the company's appearance. You have surely heard about the Now Bar and the huge Galaxy AI improvements
Samsung's One UI 7 is now my favorite Android skin. It is quick, responsive, and simple. However, nothing is pre-programmed for your specific experience. You should personalize your smartphone to make it more appealing. I modify about a dozen settings on each Samsung Galaxy phone to better fit my needs, and I believe these will
Xiaomi's impending HyperOS 3 could challenge Apple's decade-long interface dominance, following extraordinary stability improvements in HyperOS 2 and subsequent updates. After addressing stability issues in MIUI and HyperOS 1, Xiaomi improved the user experience with HyperOS 2.1 and 2.2, paving the way for a significant competitive advantage with its next-generation interface. Android 16 foundation and
Every year it appears as though Asus has regained its position as the ruler of gaming smartphones, and this year is no different. The flagship ROG Phone 6 Pro for gamers offers the best mobile gaming experience, but it also costs €1,299 (about $1,300 with taxes in the States). Is this astronomical price justified? In
The launch of Samsung's One UI in 2018 was undeniably a watershed moment for phone user interfaces. While the initial iPhone had shortcomings, it was clear that it had won the hearts and minds of the globe when everyone from OnePlus to Google copied much of its design. We've been fans since the beginning, but
Realme is still providing the security patch for its handful of smartphones, but it’s not the latest one. The May 2022 security patch is rolling out for Realme Q5 Pro, Realme Q2, and Realme V5 5G in China. The latest update for Realme Q5 Pro, Q2, and V5 seeding with build numbers C.07, C.17, and C.17, respectively.
