Android is 17 years old

Android will be 17 years old next month. My first Android device was in 2011. I had a T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4G, Android changed a lot with better security but it’s getting closer to iOS in some ways on Google Pixel.

Android was known to do anything and have freedom, things started to changed a little bit now but still the best phone OS in my opinion. Let us know what you think 17 years later, I hope you enjoying your Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Galaxy S25 Ultra....

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Found a hidden Samsung app that records audio. Signed by Samsung. No way to remove it. Found during system log inspection.

While analyzing a system audio recording on my Samsung device, I uncovered a hidden app (com.samsung.android.audiomirroring) that appears to record or route live audio, even when no visible app is open.

It’s signed by Samsung, impossible to uninstall, not shown in the launcher, and behaves like a background listener.

I wrote up a full report with screenshots, links, and findings. Check out the link.

I’m not a conspiracy theorist — I’m just asking for transparency.

Has anyone else seen this o...

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Nano Banana is coming to Google Search, NotebookLM and Photos.
https://blog.google/technology/ai/nano-banana-google-products/

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Do you think Google's APK restrictions will be abandoned like their "Web Environment Integrity" API?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Web\_Environment\_Integrity...

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American Airlines now finally supports Google Wallet for boarding passes (x-post /r/GoogleWallet)
https://www.reddit.com/r/GoogleWallet/comments/1o5mled/american_airlines_now_finally_supports_google/

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Hackers can steal 2FA codes and private messages from Android phones | Malicious app required to make "Pixnapping" attack work requires no permissions.
https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/10/no-fix-yet-for-attack-that-lets-hackers-pluck-2fa-codes-from-android-phones/

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Vivo X300 Pro: Hands-on video unveils battery capacity of European model, Zeiss camera comparison with Vivo X200 Ultra
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Vivo-X300-Pro-Hands-on-video-unveils-battery-capacity-of-European-model-Zeiss-camera-comparison-with-Vivo-X200-Ultra.1137700.0.html

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The most affordable Galaxy S25 has cut corners in the wrong area - Samsung Galaxy S25 FE smartphone review
https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-most-affordable-Galaxy-S25-has-cut-corners-in-the-wrong-area-Samsung-Galaxy-S25-FE-smartphone-review.1136160.0.html

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GrapheneOS could break Pixel exclusivity in 2026 with "major OEM" partnership
https://piunikaweb.com/2025/10/13/grapheneos-ending-pixel-exclusivity-new-oem/

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[Dev] Introducing Media Bar - Control media playback from your status bar with swipe gestures!

Hi all! I've been working on something I think you'll find useful. **Media Bar** transforms your Android status bar into a functional media controller and progress indicator.

**What does it do?**

Instead of pulling down notifications or switching apps to control your music/podcast/video, you can now:

* **See media progress** as a thin colored bar along your status bar
* **Swipe left/right** on the status bar to scrub through your media
* **Tap, double-tap, or long-press** three invisible regi...

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Google tried to break the app that enables VoLTE and VoWiFi on Pixel phones, but the developer already found a workaround
https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-ims-update-fix-3606811/

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Motorola Moto X70 Air unveiled: 6mm thick with a 4,800mAh battery
https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_x70_air_unveiled_6mm_thick_with_a_4800mah_battery-news-69907.php

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MY PIXEL 10 PRO FOLD EXPLODED -- CAUGHT LIVE ON CAMERA! (JerryRigEverything)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uS90jakOuw

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Exclusive: A wider launch for Galaxy Z TriFold is confirmed
https://www.sammobile.com/news/exclusive-galaxy-z-trifold-wider-launch-confirmed/

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Google Keep reminders now saved to Tasks
https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2025/10/google-keep-reminders-now-saved-to-tasks.html

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Best Android phone so far this year?

Apple guy for 3 years wanting to go back to Android....

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Vivo X300 & X300 Pro hands-on review [gsmarena]
https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x300_and_x300_pro_hands_on-review-2892.php

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Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro Impressions: Checking the Boxes! | TechNick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG2_xl7S0Qg

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Honor Magic 8 Pro (Global) Review: 200MP Periscope & AI Rigmarole - ben's gadget reviews
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=NfXbcdwlyQix1Ova&v=RxfeXrL1zBY

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vivo OriginOS 6 goes global - here's what's new
https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_originos_6_goes_global_whats_new-news-69918.php

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Why there aren't more phones that support Qi2, according to Nothing

>The sad reality is it's down to legal, red tape, industry politics, and a whole load of bullshit. Even though Qi2 is a wireless standard that anyone can use, the magnet configurations that optimally support Apple compatible wireless chargers are patented and restricted. The only way to get around this is to develop your own magnetic wireless charger to work with your device, but because the magnets in your device are not the exact same configuration as Apple's Magsafe, there's a good chance the...

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