I just tried Google's Android XR glasses — and Meta and Apple are in trouble Google Glasses done right Tom’s Guide · Dec 8, 2025
I tried both of Google's AI glasses and spoke to Android XR's senior product director about the different types of smart glasses we can expect and the challenges developing them — Here's everything I learned Google and Samsung will launch smart glasses in 2026 and 2027. I tried out prototypes of both, and learned more about their hardware and apps. Android Central · Dec 8, 2025
OnePlus officially confirms a massive battery upgrade for its next handset Smartphone batteries are about to go stratospheric. T3 · Dec 8, 2025
How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically The newest Android Canary release suggests Google will add a "Transiting" mode to a future version of Android. Android Central · Dec 8, 2025
Samsung Qi2 charger leak suggests a MagSafe rival could finally come to the Galaxy S26 Galaxy S26 could go full MagSafe as Samsung’s 25W Qi2 charging dock surfaces. Android Central · Dec 8, 2025
Forget Android vs iOS – this new privacy-focused Linux phone promises to be the alternative we need, but it still runs Android apps The Jolla Phone runs Sailfish OS 5 and puts privacy first, while still working with Android apps. TechRadar · Dec 8, 2025
Looking for better Android smartphone battery life? I’ve adjusted these 5 settings to get my phone to last longer Is your Android phone not lasting as long as you think it should? Improving your phone's battery life could come down to adjusting these settings. Tom’s Guide · Dec 8, 2025
After a decade spent using Android, the new 'cheap iPhone' might finally tempt me over to Apple The rumoured iPhone 17e could bridge the gap between budget Android and iOS polish... without the flagship price. Digital Camera World · Dec 8, 2025
I enjoyed testing the Doogee S200 Ultra rugged phone - it gets almost everything right but the price The Doogee S200 Ultra is yet another evolution of its S200 line of rugged smartphones TechRadar · Dec 8, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Leak Reveals Battery Letdown — Power Users Left Wanting More Recent leaks about upgrades to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, due to be released early next year, indicate no change to the battery size, which is already disappointing Android consumers. International Business Times UK · Dec 8, 2025
You can now use a Google Pixel as a Nintendo Switch 2 webcam for GameChat Google Pixels are some of the few Android phones to support USB webcam functionality by default, and that now works with the Nintendo Switch 2. Android Central · Dec 7, 2025
I tried Huawei's strange Pura X foldable, and it's made me rethink every other flip phone I've spent several months with Huawei's Pura X foldable, and it's convinced me that flip phones should be mini tablets. TechRadar · Dec 6, 2025
Tech News Wrap: Inside Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold launch and Google’s new Android innovations This week, Samsung finally shows off its Galaxy Z TriFold, Google Pixel and Android users get useful features, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. in a massive $83 billion deal, intel on Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and One UI 8.5 update leaked in full. Android Central · Dec 6, 2025
Think phones are boring? Here are 4 reasons why 2025 was a big year for smartphones, and none of them are AI Smartphones in 2025 are far from boring, with massive Apple redesigns, big competitive moves, and Google stealing iPhone features. TechRadar · Dec 6, 2025
Android Central · Dec 5, 2025 Chrome's enhanced autofill features arrive to simplify your holiday planning Google Chrome is bolstering its autofill features to include more data types, and they can come in handy while prepping for holiday travel.
T3 · Dec 5, 2025 This Android phone costs over £100,000 –and claims a 'world first' too Vertu's Agent Q is apparently the first 'AI Agent Phone'
T3 · Dec 5, 2025 Samsung Galaxy S26 looks more likely to snag a charging upgrade Samsung could pull Qi2.2 charging into the Android mainstream.
International Business Times UK · Dec 5, 2025 Android 2025 Update: Key Features Designed to Help You Focus on What Truly Matters Android 16 QPR2 update offers a set of new features that boost productivity and substantial improvements, with advanced features geared towards Pixel phones.
TechRadar · Dec 5, 2025 Android vs iPhone: here’s what TechRadar readers prefer The results are in: Android beats iPhone for TechRadar readers.
Tom’s Guide · Dec 4, 2025 Billions of Chrome users at risk from 13 security flaws including four high-severity ones — update your browser right now Google has issued fixes for 13 Chrome security flaws, and four of them are high-severity vulnerabilities.
Android Central · Dec 4, 2025 Opera wants to save you from the chaos of switching between AI apps Opera's latest Android update lets users switch between AI models and search engines directly from the search bar.
International Business Times · Dec 4, 2025 Google Fi Web Finally Gets RCS Messaging: Is This the Upgrade Android Users Have Been Waiting For? Google Fi users can now access RCS messaging on the web, enabling richer Android texting, but is the new dual-site setup seamless enough?
Windows Central · Dec 4, 2025 The official Xbox app finally gets a wishlist — here's what else is coming to Android and iOS with a UI that 'seems faster' The Xbox app is finally becoming more complete, with a proper store, synced wishlisting, and a faster overall experience for users testing the latest update.
Tom’s Guide · Dec 4, 2025 New Android banking trojan lets hackers stream a live feed from your phone and control it in real time — how to stay safe The new Albiriox banking malware can already impersonate over 400 financial apps while giving hackers remote control over infected smartphones.
TechRadar · Dec 3, 2025 The Galaxy S25 FE has all the looks of the Galaxy S25 Plus, but none of the snap The Galaxy S25 FE is a solid phone that struggles to stand out as the Galaxy S25 Plus and other rivals offer a better experience.