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Android is copying one of the most underappreciated iPhone features

In the recently-released 2510 build of Android Canary, Google has added in an upgraded flashlight brightness slider UI within Quick Settings.

Close up of the OnePlus 13s' rear design
The OnePlus 15T might be the Android flagship to beat next year

The OnePlus 15 is expected to launch soon, but the OnePlus 15T might be the phone to watch out for.

OnePlus 13R beauty shot
If you have a OnePlus phone, your text messages might be at risk

A major OnePlus phone vulnerability has been identified, potentially leaving user SMS and MMS texting data exposed - a fix is on the way, thankfully.

Google Pixel 7 Pro hero image
Pixel 7 series owners have a new battery issue to keep tabs on

Another day, another reportedly troublesome Google Pixel battery pack issue.

Galaxy Z Fold 7 Cover Display.
Samsung starts One UI 8 rollout on Galaxy S25 series, more devices on the way

Samsung's One UI 8 update is officially here.

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The iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max debut with a new design and improved thermals

At its 'Awe dropping' hardware keynote on September 9, Apple announced its next-generation Pro iPhone models - the 17 Pro and the 17 Pro Max.

A side view of the iPhone Air.
Apple's ultra-thin iPhone Air is finally here, and it looks surprisingly cool

The new iPhone Air is just 5.6mm thick.

Apple's iPhone 17 line
The iPhone 17 debuts with a long-overdue display upgrade

Apple just unveiled the iPhone 17, and it finally has one of the best features from the Pro iPhone lineup.

Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro
Google's new Pixel protection program isn't cheap, but it offers peace of mind

Coinciding with the launch of the Pixel 10, Google is introducing a new protection program called Pixel Care Plus - a replacement for Preferred Care.

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Samsung to reveal its latest devices at Galaxy Unpacked event on September 4

Galaxy Unpacked is returning virtually on September 4, where Samsung will unveil new Galaxy devices.

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Samsung's latest money saving program slashes the price off an entire Galaxy of foldables

The tech giant is offering over $600 in savings on foldable Galaxy smartphones through its Certified Re-Newed program.

Leaked Pixel 10 Pixelsnap case from NieuweMobiel
Yet another Pixel 10 leak shows off what appears to be Pixelsnap magnets

With less than one week to go before the Made by Google keynote, yet another Pixel 10 leak has surfaced - once again confirming magnetic Qi2 support.

The homescreen of the Google Pixel 9 Pro, outdoors.
In its quest to secure Android, Google might have broken fast charging

A new USB Protection feature is set to make it more difficult for bad actors to inject malware into your Android phone, but it might come at a cost.

Google Pixel 10 Soon trailer screenshot
Google enlists Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg in new Pixel 10 ad targeting Apple

The Pixel 10 keynote is still over two weeks away, but Google is already advertising the phone -- while throwing shade at Apple in the process.

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Apple Intelligence
Apple is reportedly working on "stripped-down" AI chatbot

The current version of Apple's Siri isn't even close to as capable as ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, but that could soon change.

Connecting to T-Mobile network
T-Mobile wants you on a Go5G Plus plan, and you might have no choice

T-Mobile is automatically switching some of its users to its Go5G Plus plans starting August 13, and the reception is already mixed.

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iPhone 17 Pro render based on leaks.
The iPhone 17 Pro might have just been spotted in the wild

The iPhone 17 Pro might have made its public debut, if this X post is to be believed.

Renders of a black, blue, light purple, and yellow Pixel 10 with their backs facing towards the camera.
New Pixel 10 renders showcase triple camera array, striking color tones

A new set of exclusive Pixel 10 renders have been published by Android Headlines, corroborating previous reports of a triple camera and new colors.

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Pixel 10 series set to debut next month

Google has announced its next Made by Google event for August 20, where its expected to show off the Pixel 10 series.

OnePlus 2-in-1 charging cable.
OnePlus just made charging simpler, and Apple should be taking notes

OnePlus has released a new 2-in-1 charging cable for simultaneously charging its phones and smartwatches.

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