Android XR chief on the moment he realized 'Things have changed. This is very different. This is very new. It's very powerful.'
https://clarion.today/article/android-xr-chief-on-the-moment-he-realized-things-have-chang-2025-12-08
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https://clarion.today/article/android-xr-chief-on-the-moment-he-realized-things-have-chang-2025-12-08
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Samsung will make a continuous zoom lens for smartphones
https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-make-continuous-zoom-lens-smartphones/
https://redd.it/1phxzd2
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https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-make-continuous-zoom-lens-smartphones/
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SamMobile
Samsung will make a continuous zoom lens for smartphones
Tecno has unveiled two optical zoom lens systems for smartphones and revealed that they will be made by Samsung and Largan.
Google confirms Pixel 9 Pro display faults, announces free repairs - Android Authority
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-9-pro-extended-repair-program-3623411/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-9-pro-extended-repair-program-3623411/
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Android Authority
Google will now repair your faulty Pixel 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold for free
Google has announced an Extended Repair Program for display issues affecting the Pixel 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold.
Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta for Next-Level Ease of Use
https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-launches-one-ui-8-5-beta-for-next-level-ease-of-use
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https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-launches-one-ui-8-5-beta-for-next-level-ease-of-use
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Samsung Global Newsroom
Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta for Next-Level Ease of Use
Latest version of One UI brings enhanced productivity, privacy and performance across the Galaxy ecosystem
Galaxy S26 Ultra's chipset is confirmed, and it won't be skimp on performance - Android Authority
https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s26-ultra-fcc-certificate-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5-3623566/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s26-ultra-fcc-certificate-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5-3623566/
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Android Authority
Galaxy S26 Ultra's chipset is confirmed, and it won't be skimp on performance
The latest Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals key details about the chipset powering the Android flagship across all regions.
Load any APK package onto devices you control
https://www.opensourceprojects.dev/post/f1166a3b-d28e-469b-b04b-575f037eeba6
https://redd.it/1pidwa3
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https://www.opensourceprojects.dev/post/f1166a3b-d28e-469b-b04b-575f037eeba6
https://redd.it/1pidwa3
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Open-source Projects
Load any APK package onto devices you control
Google rolling out Notification Organizer to Pixel
https://9to5google.com/2025/12/09/google-pixel-notification-organizer/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/12/09/google-pixel-notification-organizer/
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9to5Google
Google rolling out Notification Organizer to Pixel
Following AI Summaries last month, Google is rolling out the Notification Organizer to Pixel phones with Android 16 QPR2.
New AI-powered gestures and Smart Reply updates for Pixel Watch
https://blog.google/products/pixel/pixel-watch-4-gestures-smart-reply-updates/
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https://blog.google/products/pixel/pixel-watch-4-gestures-smart-reply-updates/
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Google
New AI-powered gestures and Smart Reply updates for Pixel Watch
Learn more about Google’s latest updates for Pixel Watch 4, including AI-powered additions.
First look: Android 17 may finally let you remap buttons on your game controller
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-17-gamepad-remapping-rumor-3623718/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/android-17-gamepad-remapping-rumor-3623718/
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Android Authority
First look: Android 17 may finally let you remap buttons on your game controller
2026's big Android 17 update could bring some major new gaming features like support for remapping the buttons on your favorite gamepad.
5 new video editing tools in Google Photos
https://blog.google/products/photos/new-video-editor-templates-custom-text/
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https://blog.google/products/photos/new-video-editor-templates-custom-text/
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Google
5 new video editing tools in Google Photos
Learn more about how you can use Google Photos to create videos using the app’s new, redesigned video editor.
Android 16 QPR2 removes this handy way to save pictures from apps [Recents Image Saving/Sharing]
https://www.androidauthority.com/qpr2-recents-screen-3623672/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/qpr2-recents-screen-3623672/
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Android Authority
Android 16 QPR2 makes the Recents screen more one-hand friendly (Updated)
Android 16 QPR2 has moved around a few options from the Recents screen, while the Canary release has lost some functionality. Check it out!
Is Samsung Bringing Back Custom CPU Cores for Exynos Chips?
https://www.samflux.com/2025/12/is-samsung-bringing-back-custom-cpu.html
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https://www.samflux.com/2025/12/is-samsung-bringing-back-custom-cpu.html
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SamFlux
Is Samsung Bringing Back Custom CPU Cores for Exynos Chips?
Samsung may revive custom CPU cores for future Exynos chips. Here’s what the new development means.
Google Photos for web offers two choices on how to handle RAW image editing
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-photos-web-raw-file-editing-3623800/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/google-photos-web-raw-file-editing-3623800/
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Android Authority
Google Photos for web offers two choices on how to handle RAW image editing
Google has announced that it is updating how Photos handles RAW images on the web, giving users two choices for editing.
Samsung Galaxy S26 to reuse Galaxy S25’s cameras
https://www.gsmarena.com/report_samsung_galaxy_s26_to_reuse_galaxy_s25s_cameras_-news-70642.php
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https://www.gsmarena.com/report_samsung_galaxy_s26_to_reuse_galaxy_s25s_cameras_-news-70642.php
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GSMArena.com
Report: Samsung Galaxy S26 to reuse Galaxy S25’s cameras
Samsung’s cost-cutting measures may also lead to a delayed mass production for the S26 and S26+. Samsung has kept a consistent approach to cameras on its...
Google Pixel 10a specs emerge in listing
https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_10a_specs_emerge_in_listing_-news-70645.php
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https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_10a_specs_emerge_in_listing_-news-70645.php
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GSMArena.com
Google Pixel 10a specs emerge in listing
Don't expect any major changes compared to the Pixel 9a. The Google Pixel 10a is expected to launch in early 2026, and we now have some additional specs...
This smartphone adds a microSD slot, removable battery, and more, but removes... Android?
https://www.androidauthority.com/new-jolla-phone-3623421/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/new-jolla-phone-3623421/
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Android Authority
This smartphone adds a microSD slot, removable battery, and more, but removes... Android?
It's rare to find a smartphone with a microSD card, removable battery, and notification LED. But this phone combines all three, with a catch.
Android 17 may add a native App Lock feature for Pixel users
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-17-app-lock-rumor-3623814/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/android-17-app-lock-rumor-3623814/
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Android Authority
Android 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting for
Google is working on a native App Lock feature, and it could arrive as early as Android 17 next year. Here's how it might work!
Share live video with emergency services to get the help you need
https://blog.google/products/android/emergency-live-video/
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https://blog.google/products/android/emergency-live-video/
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Google
Share live video with emergency services to get the help you need
During an emergency call or text, a dispatcher can send a request to your Android phone to share live video.
Samsung will let you use the Galaxy Z TriFold as a secondary monitor for your PC
https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-z-trifold-second-screen-3624144/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-z-trifold-second-screen-3624144/
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Android Authority
Samsung will let you use the Galaxy Z TriFold as a secondary monitor for your PC
The Galaxy Z TriFold can be used as an additional monitor for your Windows PC thanks to Samsung's Second Screen feature. Here's how.
Google rolling out Android Emergency Live Video sharing
https://9to5google.com/2025/12/10/android-emergency-live-video/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/12/10/android-emergency-live-video/
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9to5Google
Google rolling out Android Emergency Live Video sharing
Google is introducing Android Emergency Live Video today to let users in three countries share their camera feeds with dispatchers.
Google rolling out Android Emergency Live Video sharing
https://9to5google.com/2025/12/10/android-emergency-live-video/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/12/10/android-emergency-live-video/
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9to5Google
Google rolling out Android Emergency Live Video sharing
Google is introducing Android Emergency Live Video today to let users in three countries share their camera feeds with dispatchers.