Google may soon let Gemini explain anything on your screen… without circling it

Google is developing a new Gemini feature that can analyze and summarize whatever is on your phone’s screen, potentially replacing Circle to Search.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 27

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta update appears right around the corner for Galaxy S25 users

Samsung is expected to begin rolling out the One UI 8.5 public beta in early December, starting with Galaxy S25 users in select regions.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 27

Your future Chromebook might run a new Android-based Aluminium OS

Google’s next-generation desktop platform, Aluminium OS, has surfaced through a new job listing, revealing an Android-based, AI-driven operating system that may eventually replace ChromeOS.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 27

Google is supercharging Circle to Search with AI Mode, giving you better follow-up answers

Google is upgrading Circle to Search with AI Mode, delivering richer, more context-aware follow-up answers and making visual search far more useful on Android devices.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 26

The new Snapdragon chip could deliver top-tier gaming performance on the upcoming OnePlus 15R

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 brings faster CPU performance, smoother gaming, and smarter on-device AI to the upcoming OnePlus 15R, making it a standout midrange option.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 26

Google clarifies Gmail’s Smart Features don’t use your data to train the Gemini AI model

Google has denied claims that Gmail uses your emails to train Gemini AI. The company clarifies how Smart Features work and reassures users that their data remains private.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 25

Chrome is testing a new feature that prevents websites from knowing exactly where you are

Chrome for Android is testing a new toggle that lets websites access only your approximate location. Here's why it matters for your privacy and everyday browsing.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 25

Check this new social app which lets you spoil your favourite TV shows and books

Phictly brings niche, spoiler-safe discussion clubs for books and TV to mobile, capping membership and tailoring pacing for deeper fan communities.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 24

OnePlus 15R is now official… But you can’t pre-order it until December 2025

The OnePlus 15R is now official with an expected 8,000 mAh battery, but global pre-orders won’t open until December 17, 2025. Here’s what’s coming.

Phones     Shikhar Mehrotra     November 24

Chrome and Safari aren’t the best mobile browsers. I tried one that truly works for you

I tried Perplexity's Comet browser on Android, and it has dramatically changed how I explore information and get web-based work done on my phone.

Phones     Nadeem Sarwar     November 24

Your Snapdragon phone is about to play nicely with iPhones

Qualcomm says all phones with its Snapdragon chip will soon support Android’s Quick Share feature that links directly to Apple’s AirDrop system, making cross-platform file sharing easier than ever.

Phones     Varun Mirchandani     November 23

Chrome on Android now lets you pin tabs and it’s oddly satisfying

Google Chrome on Android has added the ability to pin tabs, letting you keep key pages locked in place while you browse the rest. It’s a small upgrade with big convenience.

Phones     Varun Mirchandani     November 23

Android wants to copy Apple’s best copy-paste trick

Code found in Android 17 hints at a built-in “Universal Clipboard” feature that syncs clipboard content across your Android phone and PC. It's a long-requested tool that mirrors features iPhone users have had for years.

Phones     Varun Mirchandani     November 23

Perplexity debuts mobile version of Comet Browser with voice and ad blocker

Perplexity’s Comet browser lands on Android with AI-powered search, voice queries, tab summaries and ad blocking, signalling a new chapter in mobile browsing.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 22

Google Phone App tests ‘Call Reason’ feature to label urgent calls

Google Phone app will allow users to specify call reasons and override Do Not Disturb for urgent tags.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 22

Android phones can finally share files with iPhones over AirDrop

Starting the Pixel 10 series smartphones, Android devices will finally be able to wirelessly share files with iPhones using the Quick Share-AirDrop bridge.

Phones     Nadeem Sarwar     November 20

Gemini arrives on Android Auto with smarter navigation, quicker replies, and perfect music picks

Android Auto is getting smarter with Gemini, letting you talk naturally to find stops, answer messages and create playlists without touching your phone. The update replaces Google Assistant and transforms everyday drives into smoother, more helpful journeys.

Phones     Manisha Priyadarshini     November 20

YouTube is making it easier to share videos with friends and waste their time, too

YouTube is trialing native private chats, allowing users to share videos and discuss them without switching apps. The test could expand globally if successful.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 19

Your AirPods can act like AirPods again on Android, but there’s a catch

LibrePods is a free Android app that tricks your AirPods into thinking they are talking to an iPhone, unlocking noise control, gestures, and battery stats, as long as you are willing to root.

Phones     Paulo Vargas     November 18

How to use Android Recovery Mode to fix your phone or tablet

Recovery mode is often indispensable for solving phone problems. This guide explains what it is and precisely how to access it on most major Android phones.

Phones     Simon Hill     November 17

Google Play just solved a huge hassle for streaming films and TV shows

Play Store now offers a built-in card that reveals which streaming apps host your searched title, simplifying discovery and app installs.

Phones     Moinak Pal     November 17

Galaxy Z TriFold moves closer to your pocket with fresh US firmware tests

Samsung has reportedly started testing firmware for the unlocked Galaxy Z TriFold in the US, hinting that its first tri-fold phone might be edging toward shelves, even if the launch date and markets are not confirmed.

Phones     Paulo Vargas     November 17

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