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OnePlus 12 long-term review: Why I keep returning to this exceptional phone
There is an abundance of great flagship smartphones on the market from the Google Pixel 8 Pro to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to the OnePlus Open. There is, however, a device that I keep returning to after I'm done with review devices. A phone that flies under the radar and one that I believe to be the most complete Android smartphone package. This is Android Police's OnePlus 12 long-term review.
How the Galaxy Watch 7's Exynos W1000 stacks up against last gen's W930
Samsung unveiled its latest wearables, including the Galaxy Watch 7 and, for the first time, the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Ring, at the recent Unpacked event. While the Galaxy Watch 7 doesn't come with a lot of design changes, it packs the latest Exynos W1000 processor, which brings many improvements over its predecessor. Here, we compare the Exynos W1000 with the Exynos W930, which powered the previous generation Galaxy Watch 6, and check out the upgrades you can expect from Samsung's latest wearables.
Google Photos reverse engineers Instagram in this week's top Android headlines
If variety is the spice of life, Android tips the Scoville scale. In a week that saw Samsung unpack cutting-edge phones that bend in ways that would make any other gadget blush, a startup with literally Nothing going for it captured our imagination at nearly a tenth of the price. Meanwhile, the company in the ecosystem's driver's seat just keeps taking left turns, so make sure you're buckled in as we recap the week's biggest headlines.
Android’s slide-out app menus are an absolute mess
Google added its modern version of gestures back in Android 10 — we dare not speak of that pill-shaped Android 9 Pie attempt — and while gesture navigation has been tweaked and improved, it still fundamentally operates the same way as it did five years ago. Back in 2019, many apps still relied on slide-out navigation drawers, which became somewhat awkward thanks to Android's new back gesture.
Google's Pixel 9 could borrow a bleeding-edge iPhone 15 Pro feature
Four new Google Pixel 9 smartphones will debut on August 13, including the Pixel Fold successor. Newly surfaced FCC documentation has revealed the inclusion of Thread radios in all models, with Android 15 also expected to pick up Thread support this fall. These documents also reveal that some models of...
The Galaxy Z Flip 6’s new Crafted Black colorway doesn't have to be real carbon fiber to look cool
Samsung officially revealed the new Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6, but not much has changed, especially on the clamshell Galaxy Z Flip 6, aside from the usual spec bump. However, one thing we can always count on from a Samsung launch is a set of exclusive colors available from its online store. This is where Samsung gets creative, and this year's hottest option looks to be Crafted Black.
Best Lenovo Legion Go screen protectors in 2024
The gaming handheld market has exploded in recent years. Powerhouses like Valve, Asus, and Ayaneo are all vying for a spot in your backpack, and Lenovo joined the fray in 2023 with the Legion Go. While not without its quirks, the Legion Go boasts an impressive 8.8-inch QHD IPS LCD with a buttery-smooth 144Hz refresh rate and near-perfect DCI-P3 color coverage.
How to clear the Moisture Detected notification on your Samsung Galaxy phone
Samsung's A-series, S-series, and Note-series devices have several safety measures, like IP68 water and dust resistance, to protect your device from damage and corrosion. These Samsung Galaxy phones have moisture detection sensors to shield the device from short-circuiting. You can't charge your Samsung phone until the system clears the notification. Many have complained about receiving the error even after drying out their phone. Before we go over the troubleshooting tips to clear the Moisture Detected error, let's have a quick word about it.
How to set and clear default apps on Android
The Google Play Store houses millions of apps and games. You may have multiple browsers, PDF editors, video players, image viewers, music players, and other apps installed on your Android phone that open and run the same type of files. If you are tired of using the stock music player or browser on Android, set and clear default apps and make your Android experience truly yours.
The newly-announced aluminum Analogue Pocket has us both excited and broke
Dive into handheld gaming nostalgia with the Analogue Pocket: Aluminum Edition, a premium product with a high cost. The Analogue Pocket: Aluminum Edition costs $499.99, over double the price of the original Pocket. With Apple allowing emulators on the App Store and a variety of Game Boy clones and Android...
These 5 awesome Android games are begging for controller support
The distinction between gaming on PC, consoles, and mobile is blurrier than ever. On your phone, you can play ports of some of the best PC and console games, like Total War: Medieval 2 and Alien: Isolation, while streaming apps like Xbox Game Pass let you play AAA titles without expensive hardware. However, some of the best games on Android are missing controller support, a crucial feature that turns these games from good to great.
Wear OS 5 is getting ready for UWB in new Android smartwatches
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra are the first to run on WearOS 5, beating Google's Pixel Watch lineup to the update. However, newly-surfaced information suggests that WearOS 5 will offer UWB support, which the Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra don't have the hardware to utilize. Google's Pixel...
Google Photos' social My Week feed is starting to spread, and you can activate it now
My Week in Google Photos is an invite-only feature similar to Instagram's Close Friends, allowing users to create exclusive story feeds. AssembleDebug found a way to enable My Week for others by sharing invite links, potentially extending access to more users in the future. To access My Week, users need...
T-Mobile's new T Life app isn't playing nicely with ad blockers
T-Mobile's new T Life app is prompting some ad blockers to work overtime, reportedly blocking over 50k ads in 24 hours. It's believed that blocking ads causes the app to continually try to load the ads despite the severed connection, potentially impacting battery life. T-Mobile moved its beloved T-Mobile Tuesdays...
Google Search quietly fixed its AI problem by ignoring Quora and cutting back on Overviews
Google's AI Overviews faced backlash for sourcing information from unreliable websites, resulting in dangerous recommendations. The latest Google Search statistics show a significant decrease in the presence of AI Overviews in search results, particularly in education and e-commerce queries. Google has drastically reduced the tool's reliance on websites like Quora...
Best iPad Pro 11-inch (2024) cases
The iPad Pro 11-inch (2024) is one of Apple's latest and most powerful tablets. Equipped with the more capable M4 chipset, it’s also one of the most versatile devices you can buy today. While some of the best Android tablets offer even more functionality and flexibility, there’s no denying that the iPad is still the best productivity tool, especially when it comes to professional-level work.
Galaxy Z Flip cover displays finally support Google Wallet
You can now use Google Wallet on the cover screen of Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Flip 6, enabling faster mobile payments access. You'll need to use Samsung's Good Lock MultiStar widget to add the app to the cover screen. Unfortunately, Google Assistant and Gemini support are still...
Another data breach hits AT&T, this time leaking millions of call records
A new SEC filing indicates that AT&T has suffered a data breach, and the carrier is pointing fingers at a third-party cloud platform. Hackers stole AT&T customers' call records, including those of MVNOs, but no personal information was breached. AT&T's breach impacts potentially millions. Customers should stay vigilant & protect...
Google Pixel 6 revisited: A turning point [Video]
The Pixel 6 is where Google found its footing after years of ups and downs. Let's take a look at the device over two years after its release to see how well it holds up and why it was so significant in our long-term Google Pixel 6 review.
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