Galaxy S23 FE users are in for a major upgrade as One UI 8 reaches them
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/galaxy-s23-fe-get-one-ui-8
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/galaxy-s23-fe-get-one-ui-8
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Galaxy S23 FE sees major One UI 8 update: Customize your lock screen and more
US users get dibs on the new software update.
Conversational editing in Google Photos is now widely available for US Android users
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-photos-conversational-editing-rolling-out-to-more-users
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-photos-conversational-editing-rolling-out-to-more-users
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Google Photos expands conversational editing to more Android users in the US
Not exclusive to the Pixel 10 series anymore.
Spotify's AI DJ takes requests in a new way on Android with prompts to get you started
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/spotify/spotify-ai-dj-takes-requests-in-a-new-way-on-android-with-personal-prompts
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/spotify/spotify-ai-dj-takes-requests-in-a-new-way-on-android-with-personal-prompts
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Spotify's AI DJ takes requests in a new way on Android with prompts to get you started
The DJ's even lending its song abilities to Spanish-speaking users, too.
Honor teases a curious AI-driven 'Robot Phone' with a flip-up camera
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/honor-phones/honor-teases-a-curious-ai-driven-robot-phone-with-a-flip-up-camera
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/honor-phones/honor-teases-a-curious-ai-driven-robot-phone-with-a-flip-up-camera
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Honor teases a curious AI-driven 'Robot Phone' with a flip-up camera
It's like Wall-E, but as a little camera on your phone.
The latest Android 16 QPR2 beta makes it easier to add app shortcuts to home screen
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/android-16-qpr2-beta-3-changes
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/android-16-qpr2-beta-3-changes
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The latest Android 16 QPR2 beta makes it easier to add app shortcuts to home screen
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 adds a new "+" button for app shortcuts, Live Caption in volume controls, and bug fixes.
Samsung launches Qi2 chargers in the US, even though no Galaxy phone fully supports them
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-launches-qi2-chargers-in-the-us
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-launches-qi2-chargers-in-the-us
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Samsung launches Qi2 chargers in the US, even though no Galaxy phone fully supports them
The Qi2-certified wireless chargers from Samsung are here, but Galaxy users will need special cases to use them.
Samsung launches Qi2 chargers in the US, even though no Galaxy phone fully supports them
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-launches-qi2-chargers-in-the-us
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-launches-qi2-chargers-in-the-us
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Samsung launches Qi2 chargers in the US, even though no Galaxy phone fully supports them
The Qi2-certified wireless chargers from Samsung are here, but Galaxy users will need special cases to use them.
Tech Talk: What makes a phone battery go haywire and explode?
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/tech-talk-what-makes-a-phone-battery-go-haywire-and-explode
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/tech-talk-what-makes-a-phone-battery-go-haywire-and-explode
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Tech Talk: What makes a phone battery go haywire and explode?
Let's talk about tech.
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OnePlus' OxygenOS 16 arrives as a software that truly knows you
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-oxygenos-16-arrives-as-a-software-that-truly-knows-you
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-oxygenos-16-arrives-as-a-software-that-truly-knows-you
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OnePlus' OxygenOS 16 arrives as a software that truly knows you
The UI is a lot like Apple's iOS, but more.
Mind Space app in OxygenOS 16 bridges OnePlus AI with Gemini for inspiration
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/mind-space-app-in-oxygenos-16-bridges-oneplus-ai-with-gemini-for-inspiration
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/mind-space-app-in-oxygenos-16-bridges-oneplus-ai-with-gemini-for-inspiration
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Mind Space app in OxygenOS 16 bridges OnePlus AI with Gemini for inspiration
OnePlus and Google bring Gemini's Extensions to the Mind Space app for even more curated help based on your content.
Oxygen OS 16 is stunning! Here are my 8 favorite new things on the OnePlus 13
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-13-oxygen-os-16-hands-on
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-13-oxygen-os-16-hands-on
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OxygenOS 16 on the OnePlus 13 is stunning! Here are my 8 favorite new things
It's a better upgrade than I expected for the OnePlus 13.
Steam Deck or Meta Quest? This skydiving tag game doesn't make you choose
https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/vr-games/schell-games-project-freefall-steam-deck-meta-quest-3
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/vr-games/schell-games-project-freefall-steam-deck-meta-quest-3
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Steam Deck or Meta Quest? This skydiving tag game doesn't make you choose
This battle royale skydiving tag game has a playable demo right now, playable across VR and non-VR systems.
Xiaomi says rear displays will continue after 17 Pro, Pro Max shattered sales
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/xiaomi/xiaomi-says-rear-displays-will-continue-17-pro-pro-max-shattered-sales
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/xiaomi/xiaomi-says-rear-displays-will-continue-17-pro-pro-max-shattered-sales
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Xiaomi says rear displays will continue after 17 Pro, Pro Max shattered sales
The company's looking at what it's done, and off the positive sales, plans to continue the trend.
You can get your Pixel repaired for half the price this weekend
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/get-pixel-repaired-half-price-oct-2025
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/get-pixel-repaired-half-price-oct-2025
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You can get your Pixel repaired for half the price this weekend
To mark International Repair Day, Google will fix Pixel phones at half price for a limited time across US stores.
Google Maps is adding a nifty chip to show how long it'll take you to get home
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-maps/google-maps-chip-to-show-time-to-get-home
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-maps/google-maps-chip-to-show-time-to-get-home
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Google Maps is adding a nifty chip to show how long it'll take you to get home
No need to start navigation to see your ETA now.
Nano Banana may bring Google Messages into the creative imaging chaos
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/nano-banana-may-bring-google-messages-into-the-creative-image-chaos
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/nano-banana-may-bring-google-messages-into-the-creative-image-chaos
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Nano Banana may bring Google Messages into the creative imaging chaos
Google's AI image generator is still gaining steam, and it looks like one more app could see its arrival.
This phone's ridiculously low price isn't even it's main selling point
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nuu-b40-5g-hands-on
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nuu-b40-5g-hands-on
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This phone's ridiculously low price isn't even it's main selling point
A secondary OLED on the back, U.S. availability, and a pricepoint under $200 is pretty ludicrous.
Nest speakers light up with Gemini colors ahead of major AI shift
https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/nest-speakers-light-up-with-gemini-colors-ahead-of-major-ai-shift
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/nest-speakers-light-up-with-gemini-colors-ahead-of-major-ai-shift
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Nest speakers light up with Gemini colors, making it look new again
Google preps for AI takeover with a colorful light show on your smart speaker.
Verizon is offering a FREE Google Pixel 10 Pro when you open a new line, no trade-in required
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/verizon-is-offering-a-free-google-pixel-10-pro-when-you-open-a-new-line-no-trade-in-required
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/verizon-is-offering-a-free-google-pixel-10-pro-when-you-open-a-new-line-no-trade-in-required
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Verizon is offering a FREE Google Pixel 10 Pro when you open a new line, no trade-in required
That's $1,000 in value, compared to buying the phone new.
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News Weekly: OxygenOS 16 arrives for OnePlus phones, Samsung's XR headset is coming, Pixel 10 Pro Fold battery explodes, and more
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/news-weekly-oct-18-2025
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/news-weekly-oct-18-2025
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News Weekly: OxygenOS 16 arrives for OnePlus phones, Samsung's XR headset is coming, Pixel 10 Pro Fold battery explodes, and more
A round-up of the biggest tech-related news that stood out this week.