MediaTek's Dimensity 9500s, 8500 surge with power for even more Android phones MediaTek launched a pair of new Dimensity chips, both of which aim to bring stronger Android power to the premium markets. Android Central · Jan 15
Xreal takes legal battle with Viture to the US over patent infringement claims Xreal filed suit against Viture in Germany back in December, and now the company is taking the fight to another country in which it holds patents. Android Central · Jan 15
Good news: you won’t have to pay for basic Galaxy AI tools after all Samsung has confirmed that basic Galaxy AI features are free forever, though paid upgrades are still on the table. Android Central · Jan 15
Meet ChatGPT Translate: OpenAI's new tool rivals Google Translate OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Translate, a new tool aimed squarely at Google Translate. Android Central · Jan 15
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 makes Settings easier to navigate and squashes plenty of bugs The new beta aims to make Android 16 feel more stable to use ahead of wider rollout. Android Central · Jan 15
It's only been 30 days and this Galaxy Z TriFold's display is already busted A South Korean user reported damage to their Galaxy Z TriFold's display, which seemingly appeared out of nowhere. Android Central · Jan 15
One UI 8.5 seemingly preps its most impactful performance update for Galaxy A leak reported that Samsung upgraded the kernel version of its One UI 8.5 software, which could bring a massive performance update for Galaxy. Android Central · Jan 14
Android 17 leak hints at major Quick Settings revamp you'll actually use Android 17 leaks hint at a split notifications panel and the return of separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles. Android Central · Jan 14
Verizon confirms service is restored after millions were stuck in SOS mode A surprise nationwide Verizon outage left countless users stuck with SOS-only phones and zero service, while its MVNOs weirdly kept working fine. Android Central · Jan 14
Get Personal: Gemini's 'Personal Intelligence' uses your Google apps for answers that matter Google introduced Personal Intelligence for Gemini, a new way for users to gain personalized AI answers. Android Central · Jan 14
How to set up and use Android AI notification summaries Google's AI notification summaries are exclusive to Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 phones, and aim to clean up your list of notifications. Here's how to start using them. Android Central · Jan 14
Here's why OnePlus CEO Pete Lau is facing an arrest warrant in Taiwan Taiwanese prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant against OnePlus CEO Pete Lau over alleged illegal recruitment. Android Central · Jan 14
CES 2026 laid out a Black Mirror future of wearable AI that's always listening, watching, ready to help, and 'knows everything about you.' I'm not enthusiastic CES 2026 was crammed with AI rings, pins, necklaces, glasses, and other wearables designed to monitor and analyze your entire life. Is this the future we want? Android Central · Jan 14
Google's Nano Banana Pro hits key milestone, and it couldn't have come at a better time Nano Banana Pro hasn't even been out for two full months, and the image generation model already crossed a major threshold when it matters most. Android Central · Jan 14
Android Central · Jan 14 Nothing's CEO reveals why smartphones are about to get more expensive in 2026 Smartphone prices are set to rise this year, and yes, growing memory costs are to blame.
Android Central · Jan 14 Samsung has a lot to fix in the Galaxy S25 series' January security update Samsung rolled out a January security patch for its Galaxy S25 for users outside of its One UI 8.5 beta.
Android Central · Jan 14 Sneak peek: Google’s Android XR glasses app shows off AI features, camera, and display options A new deep dive into the Google smart glasses app hints at new features including conversation detection, and secure data management
Android Central · Jan 14 AYANEO hits pause on Pocket Play campaign as part of its 'Service Improvement Plan' After countless delays and issues, AYANEO has officially responded to the criticism, outlining how it aims to remedy concerns with future device launches. Surprisingly, one of the first changes the company is making is pausing the Kickstarter campaign for its first smartphone, the Pocket Play.
Android Central · Jan 13 Meta is reportedly slashing another 1,500 jobs, and it looks pretty bad for Meta Quest exclusives Reality Labs is reportedly seeing a 10% staff cut, mainly targeting VR development.
Android Central · Jan 13 OnePlus snuck out a Wear OS 5 update to the Watch 2, and it's been causing serious battery problems since OnePlus's Wear OS watches are best known for their excellent battery life, but this rushed Wear OS 5 update has caused serious problems in that area.
Android Central · Jan 13 Google Wallet on Android looks to be that one-stop shop for your purchase history Google Wallet was reported to have an update in the works to overhaul its transaction history on Android.
Android Central · Jan 13 Word on the street is the Pixel 10a is headed for shelves in February Early 2026 rumors for the Pixel 10a highlighted its potential launch date, which could surprise users.
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Android Central · Jan 13 Moto G Power 2026 vs. Samsung Galaxy A26: Everything depends on your priorities The Moto G Power 2026 has certified ruggedness, but the Galaxy A26 has a better display and much longer software update commitment. The choice is not easy.
Android Central · Jan 13 How to set up Android Parental Controls on your kid's phone With a recent Pixel Drop, Google added support for setting up Parental Controls straight from the Android Settings app. Here's how to get started.