News Weekly: OnePlus 15 launches everywhere but the US, Galaxy Z Trifold leaks again, Pixel November Drop brings goodies, and more
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/news-weekly-nov-15-2025
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News Weekly: OnePlus 15 launches everywhere but the US, Galaxy Z Trifold leaks again, Pixel November Drop brings goodies, and more
A round-up of the biggest tech-related news that stood out this week.
NotebookLM now automates your tedious research, so you can focus on big ideas
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/notebooklm-now-automates-your-tedious-research-so-you-can-focus-on-big-ideas
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/notebooklm-now-automates-your-tedious-research-so-you-can-focus-on-big-ideas
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NotebookLM now automates your tedious research, so you can focus on big ideas
Deep Research and new file support turns NotebookLM into a real research partner.
Google Play enhances search with new 'Where to watch' streaming feature
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-play-store/google-play-search-where-tv-show-movie-is-streaming
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-play-store/google-play-search-where-tv-show-movie-is-streaming
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Google Play enhances search with new 'Where to watch' streaming feature
The update makes it easier to see which services host a noscript directly from the Google Play search.
This next generation haptic vest just got its first discount ahead of Black Friday, and that means there's no point in waiting to grab one
https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/woojer-haptic-vest-4-november-2025-deal
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/woojer-haptic-vest-4-november-2025-deal
The Pros and cons of a 'Free Phone' deal
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/the-pros-and-cons-of-a-free-phone-deal
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/the-pros-and-cons-of-a-free-phone-deal
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The Pros and cons of a 'Free Phone' deal
Nothing is ever really free.
The Garmin Venu 4 fixes what I didn't like about the Venu 3, and I'm convinced this is the ideal fitness watch for everyone, but it comes at a price not everyone will be willing to pay
https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/garmin-venu-4-review
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/garmin-venu-4-review
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The Garmin Venu 4 fixes what I didn't like about the Venu 3, and I'm convinced this is the ideal fitness watch for everyone, but…
The Venu 4 takes what I liked about the Venu 3 and makes it better... and heavier.
Android might copy Apple's NameDrop to make contact sharing easier
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/android-might-copy-apples-namedrop-to-make-contact-sharing-easier
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/android-might-copy-apples-namedrop-to-make-contact-sharing-easier
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Android might copy Apple's NameDrop to make contact sharing easier
The latest Google Play Services update hints at an upcoming Contact Exchange feature.
Samsung’s new SmartThings hub hits US shelves, and it’s a big deal for your smart home
https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/samsungs-new-smartthings-hub-hits-us-shelves-and-its-a-big-deal-for-your-smart-home
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/smart-home/samsungs-new-smartthings-hub-hits-us-shelves-and-its-a-big-deal-for-your-smart-home
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Samsung’s new SmartThings hub hits US shelves, and it’s a big deal for your smart home
Samsung's $120 hub doubles down on Thread and local power for next-gen smart home control.
Should you buy the OnePlus 15?
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/should-you-buy-the-oneplus-15
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/should-you-buy-the-oneplus-15
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Should you buy the OnePlus 15?
The hardware and software design has been polarizing, but OnePlus still made a phone that's superior to the competition when you get down to it.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series may finally boost charging speeds for a faster user experience
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsungs-galaxy-s26-series-may-finally-boost-charging-speeds-for-a-faster-user-experience
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsungs-galaxy-s26-series-may-finally-boost-charging-speeds-for-a-faster-user-experience
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Samsung's Galaxy S26 series may finally boost charging speeds for a faster user experience
An enhancement after nearly six years.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series may finally boost charging speeds for a faster user experience
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsungs-galaxy-s26-series-may-finally-boost-charging-speeds-for-a-faster-user-experience
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsungs-galaxy-s26-series-may-finally-boost-charging-speeds-for-a-faster-user-experience
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Samsung's Galaxy S26 series may finally boost charging speeds for a faster user experience
An enhancement after nearly six years.
There's a lot to like about Google and Samsung's latest phones, but after the iPhone 17 launched, I really hope the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 11 follow Apple's example and make this key change
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/its-time-for-google-and-samsung-to-copy-apple-with-this-key-spec
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/its-time-for-google-and-samsung-to-copy-apple-with-this-key-spec
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There's a lot to like about Google and Samsung's latest phones, but after the iPhone 17 launched, I really hope the Galaxy S26…
A new benchmark for our expectations.
Disney's channels return to YouTube TV after intense negotiations
https://www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv/youtube-tv/disneys-channels-return-to-youtube-tv-after-intense-negotiations
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv/youtube-tv/disneys-channels-return-to-youtube-tv-after-intense-negotiations
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Disney's channels return to YouTube TV after intense negotiations
The two-week-long saga comes to an end as 21 channels return to YouTube TV.
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Asus ROG Phone 9 and Zenfone 12 Ultra users can now upgrade to Android 16
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/asus/asus-rog-phone-9-and-zenfone-12-ultra-users-can-now-upgrade-to-android-16
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/asus/asus-rog-phone-9-and-zenfone-12-ultra-users-can-now-upgrade-to-android-16
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Asus ROG Phone 9 and Zenfone 12 Ultra users can now upgrade to Android 16
Here's everything included in the update.
Forget Oura: This new AI-powered smart ring records your thoughts, not your steps
https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/forget-oura-this-new-ai-powered-smart-ring-records-your-thoughts-not-your-steps
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/forget-oura-this-new-ai-powered-smart-ring-records-your-thoughts-not-your-steps
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Forget Oura: This new AI-powered smart ring records your thoughts, not your steps
Stream Ring is here to kill the health tracker hype—it just wants your voice notes and $10 a month.
Forget Oura: This new AI-powered smart ring records your thoughts, not your steps
https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/forget-oura-this-new-ai-powered-smart-ring-records-your-thoughts-not-your-steps
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/forget-oura-this-new-ai-powered-smart-ring-records-your-thoughts-not-your-steps
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Forget Oura: This new AI-powered smart ring records your thoughts, not your steps
Stream Ring is here to kill the health tracker hype—it just wants your voice notes and $10 a month.
Google is making it easier for Gemini app users to generate videos from photos
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/ai/google-is-making-it-easier-for-gemini-app-users-to-generate-videos-from-photos
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/ai/google-is-making-it-easier-for-gemini-app-users-to-generate-videos-from-photos
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Google is making it easier for Gemini app users to generate videos from photos
You can upload images to help nudge Gemini in the right direction.
Samsung reportedly tests Galaxy Z TriFold firmware ahead of expected US launch
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-reportedly-tests-galaxy-z-trifold-firmware-ahead-of-expected-us-launch
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-reportedly-tests-galaxy-z-trifold-firmware-ahead-of-expected-us-launch
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Samsung reportedly tests Galaxy Z TriFold firmware ahead of expected US launch
The folding phone could still be on track for a 2025 release.
Google's song search evolves with a modern Gemini-inspired UI on Android
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-assistant/googles-song-search-evolves-with-a-modern-gemini-inspired-ui-on-android
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-assistant/googles-song-search-evolves-with-a-modern-gemini-inspired-ui-on-android
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Google's song search evolves with a modern Gemini-inspired UI on Android
More animated, more vivid.
Got a $100 off code from Meta that didn't work? You're not alone — here's what happened
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/meta/got-a-usd100-off-code-from-meta-that-didnt-work-heres-what-happened
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/meta/got-a-usd100-off-code-from-meta-that-didnt-work-heres-what-happened
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Got a $100 off code from Meta that didn't work? You're not alone — here's what happened
Meta quietly confirmed it pulled a discount code that went out to users last week.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro leak shows a major redesign and wild new feature
https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/earbuds/samsung-galaxy-buds-4-pro-leak-shows-a-major-redesign-and-wild-new-feature
Source:https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/earbuds/samsung-galaxy-buds-4-pro-leak-shows-a-major-redesign-and-wild-new-feature
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro leak shows a major redesign and wild new feature
This looks like the real deal for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro.