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Samsung Galaxy S22 Series Is Still Getting Timely Security Updates — August 2026 Patch Arrives

The post Samsung Galaxy S22 Series Is Still Getting Timely Security Updates — August 2026 Patch Arrives appeared first on Android Headlines.

An iPhone Ultra stylus would be a colossal mistake

Macworld Apple founder Steve Jobs wasn’t a big fan of the stylus. “Who wants a stylus?” he asked at the original iPhone launch in 2007. “You have to get ’em and put ’em away, you lose ’em, yuck.” Nobody wants a stylus.” Instead, the iPhone’

Galaxy Z Flip 7 gets first One UI 9 beta update

The One UI 9.0 beta program is now expanding to the Galaxy Z Flip 7 as well. Samsung has released the first One UI 9 beta update for its 2025 flagship clamshell in South Korea shortly after releasing it to the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The beta prog

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Galaxy S27 and S27+ Are Not Getting Faster Charging — Here's the Proof

The post Galaxy S27 and S27+ Are Not Getting Faster Charging — Here's the Proof appeared first on Android Headlines.

Lenovo's Pen Pro for Googlebook Can Do More Than Just Write

The post Lenovo's Pen Pro for Googlebook Can Do More Than Just Write appeared first on Android Headlines.

Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 gets the One UI 9.0 beta update

After releasing the Android 17-based One UI 9.0 beta update for several high-end Galaxy phones over the past few days, Samsung has now rolled it out for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The update brings several new and improved

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Samsung opens One UI 9.0 beta program for Galaxy A57

Last month, we learned that Samsung could open the One UI 9.0 beta program for the Galaxy A57, allowing users of the phone to try the new software before the company releases its stable version. That has finally turned out to be true. Samsu

I never have to type my phone PIN ever again after discovering this Android feature

I skipped typing passwords and it saved me countless hours

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Apple's iPhone Ultra Crease Fix Set for Android Foldables Next Year

The Elec reports that Google, Oppo, and Vivo plan to adopt ultra-thin glass (UTG) in their foldable phones next year, following Apple's lead. Apple's book-style iPhone Ultra, expected to be unveiled next week, reportedly uses two UTG layers

5 new Android features rolling out in September that you need to know about

Google’s September Android Drop is bringing a handful of new features designed to make everyday smartphone use a little more convenient. The latest additions cover misplaced belongings, motion sickness, accessibility, and messaging, giving

The Next Tri-Fold Smartphone Is Coming September 7

The post The Next Tri-Fold Smartphone Is Coming September 7 appeared first on Android Headlines.

Windows 11 Is Telling Users Their Antivirus Is Off — It's a Bug

The post Windows 11 Is Telling Users Their Antivirus Is Off — It's a Bug appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple's iPhone Ultra isn't for you. Here's who it's really for

From advantages and trade-offs to price, Mark Gurman has shared some interesting details about the iPhone Ultra.

Samsung is building Exynos 2700-powered Galaxy S27 Ultras, insiders claim

Samsung may be changing course at the 11th hour – development of the Galaxy S27 Ultra is nearly complete, but now insiders are saying that the company will dual-source chipsets for the new flagship. The original plan was for the S27 Ultra t

Samsung releases first One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra launched running One UI 9 (Android 17) out of the box, and now, Samsung is bringing the same software experience to Galaxy Z Fold 7 users via the One UI 9 beta program. The first One UI 9 beta u

The Huawei MatePad Air (2026) is launching in China next week, may bring some upgrades

Reversing the traditional dynamic, the Huawei MatePad Air (2026) was announced for the global market back in July and will only launch in China next week on September 7 (Monday). This will happen at the event for the tri-folding Huawei Mate

Your Android Auto launcher is a mess, but these 4 tweaks fix it

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CrowdStrike and the FBI are dismantling Sality after 23 years

Sality has been infecting computers since 2003, making it older than the iPhone, Facebook, and much of the security industry now working to dismantle it. US law enforcement and CrowdStrike began taking it apart this week, Reuters reported.

Samsung Galaxy S24 series owners surprisingly get One UI 9 beta update too

Samsung expanded the Android 17-based One UI 9 Beta program to six Galaxy devices yesterday, including Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Galaxy S25 FE. It also released the One UI 9 beta update f

Xiaomi's 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max to launch on September 7 with the Xring O3

Xiaomi has confirmed 7 September for its autumn flagship event in China, where it will launch the Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max alongside three extended-range SUVs. Both devices debut the in-house 3nm Xring O3, a 10-core chip cloc

Leaked iPhone 18 Pro Parts Point to Three Color Options Excluding Black

Longtime leaker Sonny Dickson has shared an image of differently colored SIM card trays that he claims are for Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models, suggesting Apple's flagship lineup will again be available in a trio of colors: Silver, Da

I agree with Samsung users, the Galaxy S27 Ultra should come with both of these features to stand out

Samsung can, and should, include both of these features to make the Galaxy S27 Ultra as unique as possible.

Dell has an answer for the MacBook Neo with the colorful 14S

The post Dell has an answer for the MacBook Neo with the colorful 14S appeared first on Android Headlines.

Xiaomi 18 Fold gets its first official look ahead of September 7 launch

Xiaomi confirmed last week that its wide-screen foldable will launch in September with the Xring O3 chipset. Now, the company has officially revealed the Xiaomi 18 Fold’s design and confirmed its launch date. The Xiaomi 18 Fold will launch

Forget Galaxy Z TriFold: The world’s first tri-fold phone just got a successor

You can't get the Galaxy Z TriFold anymore, but the original triple-folding device just got a successor. Behold the Huawei Mate XT 2.

This new rugged phone has a 16,000mAh battery, thermal imaging, and a slimmer design than you might expect

The Oukitel WP70 Ultra combines an enormous battery with solid specs and some eye-catching features for adventurers.

Apple CEO Ternus reportedly calls September 9 iPhone Ultra event "phenomenal" in internal memo

The "Surprise and shine" event will unveil several Apple devices including the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

HyperOS 4 May Skip More Xiaomi Phones Than We Expected

Xiaomi is already working on HyperOS 4, but some older phones may never get the update. New test data suggests Xiaomi could keep HyperOS 4 for phones that also move to Android 17. That would be a big change. Xiaomi has often brought a new H

Exynos could make a comeback to Samsung’s Ultra phones after a five-year gap

After the lackluster performance of the Exynos 2200 chip in the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Samsung stopped using Exynos processors in its flagship phones. Every Galaxy S Ultra phone released from 2023 to 2026 exclusively featured Snapdragon chips. H

Huawei certified 8560mAh battery for Kirin 8000 chip phone

Amid the preparation of new launches, Huawei has certified a new 8560mAh battery on the 3C database, probably for a mid-range phone. A new piece of information is surfacing on the internet, showing the company’s ambitions for bigger batteri

Oukitel unveils a gaming phone with dual fan cooling, a phone with a built-in lighter and more

Oukitel arrived at IFA with suitcases full of rugged hardware. There’s a rugged gaming phone, an “ultra-endurance” flagship and even a phone that has a built-in electric lighter. Oukitel WP70 Ultra The Oukitel WP70 Ultra claims to be the sl

Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra said to feature MagSafe charging

Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone, rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra, at its September 9 event. Ahead of the launch, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has revealed details about its features and pricing in an interview with To

Xiaomi is ready to launch their first Mid-Fold smartphone

Xiaomi has given us our first proper look at the 18 Fold - finally I should add. Along with it comes a name for the whole design approach: "mid-fold." Xiaomi's own video confirms a 5.38-inch cover display and inside a main screen, measuring

Full changelog for the Galaxy S24’s One UI 9.0 beta update is here

In a surprising move, Samsung released the One UI 9.0 beta update for the Galaxy S24 series today. The update went live even before arriving on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7, both of which were explicitly listed in Samsung's recen

What Android Users Should Check Before a Gaming App Install

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Xiaomi launches new motion sensing night light with 8-month battery life

Xiaomi is updating its night light lineup with the new Mijia Night Light 4. It follows the Mijia Night Light 3 from 2024, which has dual sensing and up to eight months of battery life. The new model keeps the long battery life but upgrades

One UI 9 beta update released for the Galaxy S24 series

After opening the One UI 9.0 beta program for the Galaxy S25 series yesterday, Samsung has released the One UI 9.0 beta update for the Galaxy S24 series as well. The company had not listed the Galaxy S24 series in its beta program expansion

Samsung Galaxy S27 and S27+ bag 3C certification, charging speeds revealed

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S27 lineup has been the subject of several leaks in recent weeks. Now, the base Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+ have appeared on China’s 3C certification website, revealing details about their charging capabilities. Acc

Samsung's unsuccessful Galaxy S25 Edge will no longer be ignored at these lower-than-ever prices

If you've disregarded the ultra-thin 6.7-inch powerhouse until today, now's the time to... stop doing that and strongly consider purchasing it instead.

Huawei Mate XT 2 and Xiaomi 18 Fold clashing on September 7

Huawei and Xiaomi are ready for a massive showdown on September 7 with their foldable phones – Mate XT 2 and Xiaomi 18 Fold. The two devices will launch on the same day next week, creating a dynamic buzz in the folding smartphone market. Su

Vivo V80 Lite 5G 10,000mAh variant’s RAM, storage and colors revealed

Vivo recently unveiled the Vivo V80 Lite 5G in some markets like Pakistan and Bangladesh. This phone is nothing but a rebranded version of the Vivo S2, which is available in India. The brand is also gearing up to unveil a new version of the

Qualcomm did something Tuesday that almost guarantees you'll pay more for Android or iPhone handsets

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon says Qualcomm cannot keep eating supplier price hikes.

Andy Lau will continue to be brand ambassador of Huawei Mate XT 2 tri-fold

Huawei has once again announced Andy Lau as the brand ambassador for its triple-foldable smartphone – Mate XT 2. The company has shared a new video on Weibo, starring the famous Hong Kong actor, singer, and film producer. Andy Lau is the of

Huawei to launch these smartphones and wearables on September 7

Huawei will debut the Mate XT 2 triple-foldable handset on September 7, but that’s not the only iconic creation coming; here are the details of smartphones and wearables that could make their way to the launch stage next week. Weibo tipster

iPhone 18 Pro Colors Leaked: Dark Cherry Replaces Cosmic Orange as New Hero Color

Apple went beyond the usual with the iPhone 17 Pro series and delivered the Orange iPhone 18 Pro Max. It quickly became a hero color for multiple brands in the smartphone market. This year, Apple will continue the "iPhone Pro colorization,"

Is Replacing Your Phone's Charging Port Worth It?

You may think your charging port is broken when lint, a bad cable, or a faulty adapter is responsible. Finding the cause can change whether repair makes sense.

Samsung Galaxy S27, S27 Plus bag major certification; January launch expected

The Galaxy S27 series is beginning to appear on certification platforms ahead of its expected debut. Samsung’s upcoming flagship lineup has now made an appearance in China’s 3C certification database. The listing offers an early look at the

Huawei MatePad Air 2026 to launch in China on Sept 7 with new colors

Huawei has confirmed another product for the Sept 7 launch event – MatePad Air 2026, which is now coming to China. The device will debut alongside the Mate XT 2 Ultimate Design triple-foldable in more new colors than the global variant. Mat

TECNO to Bring True Bezelless Concept Phone and Flexible MEGABOOK Laptops at IFA 2026

The post TECNO to Bring True Bezelless Concept Phone and Flexible MEGABOOK Laptops at IFA 2026 appeared first on Android Headlines.

Android stuck in Safe Mode? Here's how to turn it off

You're just a few taps away from getting your Android phone out of safe mode and back to normal.

[UPDATED] A Google Messages Bug is Sending Old Texts to Random Contacts

The post [UPDATED] A Google Messages Bug is Sending Old Texts to Random Contacts appeared first on Android Headlines.

How to change the background on iPhone Messages

How to change the background on iPhone Messages.

Samsung’s Android 17-based One UI 9 beta expands to these Galaxy phones this month

Samsung is expanding its Android 17 / One UI 9 beta program to several new Galaxy smartphones this month, signaling that the stable release isn’t too far away. more…

Samsung is randomly deactivating some accounts for ‘security reasons’

A bizarre issue has left many Samsung Galaxy owners locked out of their Samsung accounts which were “deactivated for security reasons.” more…

Latest leak claims the iPhone 18 Pro lineup will launch in these new colors

There have been plenty of rumors surrounding the color options for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series, and now there’s another one to add to the list. The latest leak reiterates some previous rumors, but notes that the new iPhones will be av

iPhone 18 Pro’s Color Lineup Could Look Very Different This Year

The post iPhone 18 Pro’s Color Lineup Could Look Very Different This Year appeared first on Android Headlines.

iPhone 18 Pro revealed to come in three new retail colors

The rumored iPhone 18 Pro colors are certainly going to disappoint some people

Apple Rewind: Apple gets a new CEO, teen vibecodes macOS driver, iPhone-Windows copy/paste

This week on Apple Rewind: Apple confirmed the iPhone event date as its new CEO took charge. The is a new Polishing Cloth and other updates. Read more...

Ultrahuman Wants Ring Users to Share Sleep Data for New Studies

The post Ultrahuman Wants Ring Users to Share Sleep Data for New Studies appeared first on Android Headlines.

GrapheneOS Is Offering 7 Years Of Software Support For New Motorola Phones

Popular third-party software GrapheneOS is finally expanding its coverage to select Motorola phones, and it comes with a huge support window.

ARM CEO’s $800 Million Pay Package Could Face Shareholder Backlash

The post ARM CEO’s $800 Million Pay Package Could Face Shareholder Backlash appeared first on Android Headlines.

Pixel 11 series getting early September update, not Android 17 QPR1

We’re expecting the stable release of Android 17 QPR1 in September. Before that, Google is rolling out an out-of-cycle update to the Pixel 11 series with a September 2026 security patch. more…

Xiaomi's Mijia is "entering Europe at scale" at IFA later this week

Xiaomi is attending IFA for the first time this year, and the company is aiming big. It will have a press conference on September 3 at 10:30 AM local time in Berlin (that's 9:30 AM in London, 11:30 AM in Eastern Europe, and 2 PM in India).

Best smartphone chargers in 2026

It’s been quite a few years since smartphone brands like Apple, Samsung, and Google stopped including a power adapter in the box, arguing that you probably already have one. Nothing has followed the same strategy since the beginning. Meanwh

John Ternus hypes ‘huge launch next week’ in first memo as Apple CEO

Apple is hosting its iPhone release event next week, which is rumored to feature the first-ever foldable iPhone.

Foldable iPhone Ultra Likely Has MagSafe Charging

Apple's foldable "iPhone Ultra" will likely support MagSafe charging, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said in an interview with Tom's Guide. ‌iPhone Ultra‌ dummy models that surfaced in April didn't include a ‌MagSafe‌ ring, whi

The team behind Galaxy Z8's My FanCam explains how the feature works and what inspired it

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8 introduced a feature called My FanCam, which is also featured on the Galaxy S26 FE. The team that developed it shared their inspirations, thoughts and goals for this feature. (From left)

Sept. 2026 Android Drop: Find Hub ‘Remembered’ list, Motion Assist, & Keep in Google Messages

Google today is rolling out the September 2026 Android Drop with a number of major features. more…

Pixel 11 series can now join the Android 17 QPR2 Beta

Following the initial Friday release, Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 is now available for the Pixel 11 series. more…

Google Meet hardware dropping ChromeOS for Android

As we wait for consumer Googlebooks to launch, Google shared today that it is “transitioning [its] Google Meet hardware portfolio from ChromeOS to Android.” more…

Android Auto tests Quick Settings and hilarious ‘Jimothy’ weather Easter egg [Gallery]

Google has some interesting tests going on behind the scenes of Android Auto right now, but only one of them is likely to actually be released – a new quick settings menu. more…

Xiaomi Launches POCO X8 Globally Featuring Massive 8340mAh Battery and Snapdragon 6s Gen 4

Xiaomi has officially announced the global release of the POCO X8. It's a more affordable phone, but it comes with a surprisingly big 8340mAh battery and some solid hardware to go with it. The battery is probably the most interesting part o

Razer Prio is an Android and iPhone game controller that folds down to roughly the size of a credit card

Razer has just launched its new Prio game controller, a USB-C controller for your smartphone that folds down to the footprint of a credit card. more…

Pixel 11 Pro bug causing static sounds in recordings while using Video Boost, fix coming [U]

Google continues to improve on video quality with each new Pixel release, but a bug on the Pixel 11 Pro series causes static audio issues when using the Video Boost feature. more…

iPhone 18 Pro Colors Apparently Include Black, But Skip Silver

iPhone 18 Pro colors could include Dark Cherry, Sky Blue, and Black, with a Silver option unlikely to make the final lineup, according to the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital." In a new post on Weibo, the leaker "Fixed Focus Digital" sa

John Ternus starts his first day as Apple CEO with a foldable iPhone on deck and a long list of problems to solve

Ternus is regarded inside Apple as a leader who can move between broad product planning and the technical details of a device, a skill Tim Cook highlighted when he announced the succession. His test now is whether he can apply that hardware

Android Auto 17.6 update rolling out with redesigned logo [Gallery]

Google is giving Android Auto a very slight refresh in its 17.6 update, with the app’s logo getting a new look that you’ll only see in a couple of locations. more…

Huawei launches Band 11/11 Pro in South Korea, countering Xiaomi

Huawei has launched the Band 11 and Band 11 Pro in South Korea, and this move could attack Xiaomi’s progress in the country. Both companies have unveiled their budget-friendly wearables to take over the “leading brand” tag in the market. On

Honor Magic 8 series and Power 2 seeing a major jump in prices

Apart from Huawei, Honor has adjusted prices for the Magic 8 phones and the Power 2 device. Unlike the Mate phone maker, the company has slightly raised the cost of its handsets. At the same time, these adjustments hint at what to expect wi

Why Your Expensive iPhone Still Charges Slower Than a Xiaomi

Apple has improved iPhone charging over the years (or so they say), but the gap with Chinese phones is still huge. The iPhone 17 Pro Max supports up to 45W wired charging, while Xiaomi phones have been offering 120W for years. And the diffe

Before You Buy Apple’s $2,000 Foldable iPhone Ultra, Check the Screen Repair Cost

According to leaks and rumors, Apple will finally disclose its very first foldable smartphone this year in the form of the iPhone Ultra. The device marks the company's entrance in the segment, and considering Apple's trend-setting power cou

One UI 9 Beta Is Coming to More Galaxy Phones - Is Yours on the List?

Samsung launched the One UI 9 beta back in May, but only Galaxy S26 users have been able to try it so far. That could change very soon. New test builds have appeared for several older Galaxy phones, including the Galaxy S25, S24 and even so

Major Flagship Smartphone Releases Confirmed for September Launch

September 2026 will be filled with new flagship phone launches. Apple, vivo, OPPO, Huawei, Xiaomi, and Honor are all preparing releases within a few weeks of each other. Now thats a bit dumb no? But atleast now i know why they call it Techt

Lilbits: More phone-sized E Ink gadgets

The number of smartphones and smartphone-sized gadgets with E Ink displays continues to grow. The latest additions come from eReader companies PocketBook and HiBreak, as well as modular IoT company M5Stack. Here’s a roundup of recent tech n

Lilbits: GrapheneOS coming to Moto phones in 2027, Apple launches Mac Mini with M6 and Mac Studio with M5 Ultra, Lenovo launches a handheld for game streaming

Earlier this year we learned that Motorola was working with the folks behind the security-hardened version of Android called GrapheneOS. Now it looks like the fruits of that labor are expected to ripen next year. While Motorola isn’t expect

Elecrow ThinkNode M9 is a phone-like mesh communicator with a 2.4 inch sccreen, QWERTY keyboard, and LoRa

At first glance, the Elecrow ThinkNode M9 looks like a smartphone from an alternate universe where all phones are descended from BlackBerry and Palm Treo devices rather than iPhones and Android phones. But it’s not really a phone at all. In

Zinwa Q27 smartphone with BlackBerry-style design now available for pre-order

The Zinwa Q27 is a smartphone that combines modern features with classic BlackBerry design. In fact, it looks a lot like the BlackBerry Classic that was released in 2014. But the Zinwa Q27 is an Android phone with a MediaTek Dimensity 7300

Lilbits: Samsung’s wider-screen foldable, AYANEO’s $3000 handheld, and Pebble Watch faces on smartphone’s second screen

Samsung has expanded its smartphone lineup with three new Galaxy Z foldables, including one model with a wider-than-usual display. After suspending orders for a high-priced handheld gaming PC earlier this year due to unsustainable pricing (