The mystery behind why Samsung, Apple, and Google don’t significantly increase battery sizes has been solved
https://x.com/UniverseIce/status/1940683407358583209?t=cTSSWVyYJWggsCoUbD4sug&s=19

https://redd.it/1lqlf59
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Samsung is ready to start making tri-fold phones in September, launch expected later this year, says report
https://www.pcguide.com/news/samsung-is-ready-to-start-making-tri-fold-phones-in-september-launch-expected-later-this-year-says-report/

https://redd.it/1lqsb8h
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Android 16's Live Updates won't work with your favorite music player, and that's a bummer
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-live-updates-music-player-3573487/

https://redd.it/1lqvn6m
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One UI 8 will let any app show a Live Notification in Samsung's Now Bar
https://www.androidauthority.com/one-ui-8-live-updates-support-3573794/

https://redd.it/1lqvnaz
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@UniverseIce on X: "Samsung One UI 8 dynamic photos are more fun, but it seems useless."
https://x.com/UniverseIce/status/1940629738877604197

https://redd.it/1lqr7lh
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Why Is 3D Face Unlock Still Missing from Most Android Phones?

I’ve been wondering for quite some time, why don’t we see more Android flagships using proper 3D face unlock like Apple’s Face ID? Apart from a few Honor devices, most Androids still rely on basic 2D front camera systems, which often fail in the dark or can’t even tell the difference between a real face and a photo (which is… idk mildly concerning). Is there some patent Apple’s holding onto, or is it just too expensive or space-consuming to implement?

Maybe Android skips 3D face unlock because ...

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Hey Oneplus! Your computational RAW is broken on OP13 and this is why you should fix it.

As a photography enthusiast who owns a very capable mirrorless camera and a matching set of lenses, I swear by the old saying, “The best camera is the one you have with you.”

Since I consider myself a power user and needed a new phone, the OP13 seemed the right candidate. Western software, unlockable bootloader, flagship specs, and pretty good camera hardware.

One key aspect that stood out from the reviews that I’ve read is how “master mode” could be used to shoot natural-looking images and ho...

https://redd.it/1lr0ys8
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Exclusive: Official Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Accessories Leak
https://www.androidheadlines.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-7-case

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Exploiting the IKKO Activebuds "AI powered" earbuds, running DOOM, stealing their OpenAI API key and customer data.
https://blog.mgdproductions.com/ikko-activebuds/

https://redd.it/1lr4j37
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China Q2 2025 Smartphone Sell-through: Huawei, Apple Enjoy Strong YoY Growth in Muted Market
https://www.counterpointresearch.com/insight/china-smartphone-market-q2-2025

https://redd.it/1lrl7el
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Japan Xperia 1 VII sales halted due to the device shutting down, rebooting, or not waking
https://www.sony.jp/xperia/support/software/update/info/20250704_xperia1vii.html

https://redd.it/1lrllht
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Retailer leak: First information on Google Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2A
https://winfuture.de/news,152023.html

https://redd.it/1lrnsvr
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Android abandoned Earthquake Early Warning in the Philippines

It's been months since I've received an Earthquake Early Warning from Android. It's disappointing because it gave us 5-20 seconds to do before the earthquake strikes. But now, nada. Nothing. Especially with the recurring earthquakes in the Philippines we've felt last few months.

Typical Google killing the products and program that works. So disappointed....

https://redd.it/1lrk6vj
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How outdated regulations are hindering smartphone battery development in Europe and the US
https://www.notebookcheck.net/How-outdated-regulations-are-hindering-smartphone-battery-development-in-Europe-and-the-US.1051947.0.html

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📱 Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 – From Apple to Motorola - My Honest Review After a Few Days of Real-World Use


📱 Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 – My Honest Review After a Few Days of Real-World Use

Switched from an iPhone expecting something fresh, fun, and usable. I’ve owned Androids before (even preferred them at times), but this phone has been... brutal. Here's a breakdown after a few days of trying to make it work as a daily driver:

✅ THE GOOD:

It flips. That’s the big “wow factor.”

Closed screen looks sleek and definitely turns heads.

If you’re into the “conversation piece” phone vibe, this does tha...

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Built an NFC-Powered Social Media Blocker App - Open Source & Coming to Play Store!

I just finished building a unique social media blocker app that uses NFC tags for unlock mechanism. Thought this community might find it interesting!

🎯 How it works:

\- Blocks Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, etc.

\- When you try to open blocked apps → Full-screen blocking overlay appears

\- Only way to unlock: Tap your registered NFC tag/card

\- Get 1 minute of access, then automatically blocks again

\- Requires conscious NFC interaction every time = mindful usage...

https://redd.it/1lsbpjg
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I built Orbit—a genuinely free, unlimited music streaming app—no ads, no paywalls, no catch.

Hey Everyone. I’m a solo dev who built Orbit, a simple React Native music streaming app that’s 100% free—every feature is unlocked, unlimited streaming and skips, no trial periods or subnoscription traps.

🚀 What sets Orbit apart:

\- Fully free: No hidden fees—everything from skipping tracks to creating playlists is completely free.

\- Unlimited skips: Skip as much as you want. Seriously.

\- Offline playback: Download your favorite songs for offline listening—with no limits.

\- Download songs ...

https://redd.it/1lsenza
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The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Review | iFixit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXseyTdynCo

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AOSP and Google's "shift" Rant

if these sources are to be believed, the Android Open Source Project is going to become even worse for 3rd parties to contribute to.

Sources:
https://www.fonearena.com/blog/449673/google-shifting-android-development-in-house-report.html

https://www.silicon.co.uk/mobility/mobile-os/google-android-open-606092

https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/s/KsRbiBgAaa


My rant:
I hate some parts of Android more than I do the equivalent iOS implementations, but I used to take solace in the fact that one da...

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As Trump pushes Apple to make iPhones in the U.S., Google’s brief effort building smartphones in Texas 12 years ago offers critical lessons (2013 Moto X)

https://fortune.com/2025/07/05/what-apple-trump-can-learn-google-motorola-moto-x-made-in-america-smartphone/ ...

https://redd.it/1ltelik
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Open TV, an ultra-fast open-source IPTV app, is finally availaible on Android!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.fredol.open_tv

https://redd.it/1ltro5u
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