Samsung details new Auto Blocker security on One UI 6

Samsung details its new "Auto Blocker" security, aimed at giving users more control over the protection of their devices.

It's a bad look for AT&T as it shuts the 'AT&T Thanks' rewards program

AT&T has closed its customer rewards program called AT&T Thanks claiming that the program was a "limited-time offer."

Google is working on a fix for the Pixel 8 Pro's weird Always On Display tint

Google states it will look to fix the Pixel 8 Pro's odd AOD tinting issue in an upcoming software patch.

One UI 6 update brings several AI camera enhancements to Galaxy phones

While the rollout of One UI 6 appears to have begun on the Galaxy S23 series, Samsung announces new tips to expect from the latest update.

Samsung releases official Galaxy S23 FE unboxing video amid a weird anamoly in pricing

Samsung released an official unboxing video for the Galaxy S23 FE (Fan Edition) which features 8GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of storage.

Does the OnePlus Open include stylus support?

The OnePlus Open has a generously sized 7.82-inch main display when unfolded, which opens up so many possibilities for how you can use it.

Will wireless Bluetooth headphones work on Quest 3?

Issues with latency and performance mean you shouldn't use Bluetooth headphones wirelessly, but there are alternative methods to consider.

Google will alert you when your personal data appears online and will remove it from Google Search

Google has a tool that can help alert you when your personal data has been found online and help have it removed.

Is the OnePlus Open waterproof?

So many premium phones nowadays come with waterproof or water-resistant ratings. But when it comes to foldables like the OnePlus Open, you need to be particularly careful.

Court testimony reveals how much Google paid Apple to be Safari's default search engine

Google paid $26.3 billion to various phone manufacturers, websites, and platforms in 2021.

Amazon UK makes the amazing Beats Studio3 headphones just irresistible with another price cut

The headphones have great sound, a stylish design and are now even more tempting

VR news of the week: SteamVR 2.0, hidden Quest 3 tricks, and Steph Curry in XR

All of the VR, AR, and XR news for the week of October 22nd that we weren't able to fully cover.

Only one major smartphone manufacturer increased its shipments year-over-year during Q3

During the third quarter, only one major smartphone manufacturer shipped more phones than the same quarter last year.

Android Central's Most Wanted: tech deals we hope to see during Black Friday 2023

Looking to buy the hottest devices this holiday season? We can tell you what we think might be going on sale soon.

The cheapest Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 model is now cheaper than ever before

Amazon has a 40mm GPS-only Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 on sale at a completely unprecedented and totally irresistible 22 percent discount from an already fairly reasonable price of $299.99 right now.

X (Twitter) rolls out Video and Voice calls for users behind its Premium paywall

X (Twitter) is rolling out an experimental version of video and voice calling for Premium users in direct messaging.

OnePlus Open vs. Google Pixel Fold: Which foldable is worth your money?

Both OnePlus and Google released their first foldable phones this year, but one is clearly the superior choice. Which one's best for you? We let you know.

Apple releases watchOS 10.1 to fix the Weather app

Apple released watchOS 10.1 which fixes a bug in the Weather app and debuts DoubleTap on certain models.

Microsoft CEO says company could have made Windows Phone work

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella thinks giving up on Windows Phone was a mistake.

Amazon 'Explore with Alexa' launches with a new Echo Pop Kids for $50

Amazon launched "Explore with Alexa" alongside a new Echo Pop Kids smart speaker.

Apple to hold "Scary Fast" event October 30th; will we see updated iPads surface?

Apple will hold one last event for the year on October 30th which it has dubbed "Scary Fast." Mac upgrades are expected to be on the menu.

OnePlus 12 slated to add the 11's biggest missing feature

We gave the OnePlus 11 4.5 stars, but the missing wireless charging was a problem for some buyers. Now, OnePlus is set to rectify this with the model coming out in December.

Database suggests that Mix Fold 4 will be the first Xiaomi foldable with a global variant

A listing in an IMEI database indicates that the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 could be the first Xiaomi foldable with a global variant.

Samsung may pack more AI into the Galaxy S24 series to take on Google

Rumors suggest Samsung is interested in bringing more AI software to its Galaxy S24 series to compete with the Pixel 8.

Best waterproof smartwatches 2023

A smartwatch with at least a 5ATM water-resistant rating is technically waterproof in that you can swim with it and get it wet, and these fit the bill.

How to use Magic Editor on the Pixel 8

Make the most of your flagship Google phone by learning how to use Magic Editor on the Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro. Swap faces, erase people, change skies, and more!

New iPads expected to come this March with new iPad Pro tablets arriving later in 2024

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman sees Apple releasing a slew of new tablets next year including two new iPad Pro models.

Facebook and Instagram are testing themed icons for their Android apps

Facebook and Instagram are testing themed icons for their Android apps

Galaxy S24 Ultra could feature a new bottom speaker design

Tipster Ice Universe says that Samsung is going to change the design of the bottom speaker on the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Google Pixel 8 vs. Google Pixel 7a: Go big or go budget?

The Google Pixel 8 is one of the newest devices, but the Google Pixel 7a offers premium features at a non-premium price. What are the trade-offs, and is it worth opting for the newer model?

Bonkers report says 2024 iPad Pro models will use LCD displays, not OLED

A strange report from DigiTimes says that Apple will equip the 2024 iPad Pro tablets with LCD displays instead of OLED.

Google is willing to ship you a new Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro if your phone arrives with this mistake

Some Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro units are being shipped with an unlocked bootloader and Google will replace these units.

Sony WF-1000XM5 review: Still doing the right things

Sony proves it's still got it for top class wireless earbuds, but others are closing the gap fast.

Google makes some changes to the At a Glance widget on the Pixel 8

Google has rolled out a new feature for its At a Glance widget while also unifying its settings menu.

Google tightens workspace security by disabling "Nearby Share" in Android Work Profiles

Google tightens workspace security by disabling "Nearby Share" in Android Work Profiles

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) review: Setting the standard, again

It might not be the flashiest device, but the Fire TV Stick 4K Max gets a lot right. Provided that you're willing to put up with Amazon's onslaught of ads.

Pixel's At a Glance widget adds new shopping feature to Pixel 8 series phones

Google is adding a new feature to the Pixel's At A Glance widget called "At a store" that delivers shopping lists and Google Pay reward cards.

YouTube gives news stories a boost with a new watch experience

YouTube details a new dedicated news page for stories users can dive into for short-form and long-form content.

Step streaks and more are coming back to the Fitbit app

Fitbit details several features returning to its mobile app following user feedback to its simplified redesign.

Google Clock update adds new features, including alarm syncing with your Pixel Watch

Google Clock update adds new features, including alarm syncing with your Pixel Watch

The best Black Friday smartwatch deals (so far) — discounted Garmin, Samsung, Fitbit, and more

Black Friday is weeks away, but smartwatches are getting discounts now! Check out the best active deals with this guide.

Pixel 6 owners face a critical storage bug with Android 14

Owners of a Pixel 6 series device have started reporting a serious storage bug following Android 14.

Gboard appears to be broken on Galaxy Watch devices with Wear OS 4

Samsung Galaxy Watch owners are reporting problems with Google's Gboard and several apps on Wear OS 4.

Apple's iPhone profit margins shrink as it pays more this year for parts

A teardown reveals that Apple is paying $558 or 12% more than last year for the components needed to build the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Google Wallet starts rolling out new photo option for digitizing passes

Google Wallet has started receiving its "Photo" QR and barcode pass digitizing feature on Pixel devices.

No need to drop serious money on flagships when Pixel 7a is so affordable

The Pixel 7a offers all the core Pixel features for $250 less than the Pixel 8.

Productivity powerhouse 11-inch iPad Pro gets $200 lopped off its price

Performance beast 2021 11-inch iPad Pro with 5G is on sale.

Apple to update iPhone units inside Apple Stores without opening the boxes

Apple has reportedly created a technology that allows it to update iPhone units in inventory without opening the boxes.

Apple could be introducing three new iPad models this coming Tuesday

A source "familiar with Apple's media plans" says that the company will be introducing three new iPad models on Tuesday.

Threads gains an 'edit' button with no paywall

Threads has started rolling out its new "edit" button and a Voice recording feature for mobile.

China might be licking its lips as Canon reveals tech that could produce 2nm chips without EUV

Canon has announced its NIL technology that can currently be used to produce circuitry patterns on wafers for 5nm chips.

The impressive Prime Day discount on the awesome OnePlus Nord N20 is still live; save on one now

The phone has good performance and is a real bargain, especially at its current discounted price

The Quest 3’s mixed reality isn’t just the gimmick you think it is

Meta’s making a push for MR gaming with the Quest 3, but is it just a temporary fad?

Pixel 8 series to receive support for lossless audio via USB in a 'later release'

It looks like Google's Pixel 8 series will receive lossless USB audio in a future update.

Samsung's earlier use of a transistor technology could give it an advantage over TSMC at 2nm

Samsung Foundry continues to push ahead toward 2nm chip production even as TSMC focuses on a steady capacity for its 3nm node.

Android users may soon get a two-page document view layout in Google Drive

Android users may soon get a two-page document view layout in Google Drive

The OnePlus Open grand reveal set for October 19

OnePlus announces October 19 as the date consumers can get a clear look at its first foldable, the Open.

You can now troubleshoot battery and network issues on the Google Pixel 8 series via a new app

You can now troubleshoot battery and network issues on the Google Pixel 8 series via the new Pixel Troubleshooting app

Google's AI-powered Search experience gains new image generation tools

Google is rolling out a few additional features for SGE participants for image generation and brainstorming.

Google Home is set to pick up a ton of long-awaited upgrades

Google is listening to its users and adding new functionalities to the Home app that people actually want.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Review: More AI tricks and gradual improvements all around

The Pixel 8 Pro is the best phone yet by Google. It has a brighter screen, faster chip, upgraded cameras, Android 14, and AI sprinkled all over it.

Google Pixel 8 initial review: Impressive AI, irksome limitations

With the Pixel 8, Google is showing what's possible with on-device machine learning and AI. With a suite of exciting new AI-based features and meaningful upgrades, this may just be the phone you're looking for.

Patent win over Sonos reinstates multiple speaker groups for Google Nest & Chromecast smart speakers

The latest patent win over Sonos has prompted Google to reinstate multiple speaker group support on its smart speakers

My favorite Pixel 8 case is only $14 for Prime Day

A good phone case can be hard to find, and that's why we love Caseborne cases. Thankfully, this amazing Pixel 8 case is on sale for Prime Day!

Amazon's second Prime Day sale of the year brings the first-ever outright OnePlus Pad discount

The first-of-its-kind OnePlus Pad is discounted for the very first time with no bundled accessories or any other strings attached... apart from a predictable Amazon Prime subscription requirement.

The five Raspberry Pi accessories I'm buying on Prime Day

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days means it's time to grab some of the things that make a Raspberry Pi extra cool.

Best October Prime Day Kindle deals

So far, you'll find deals on the Kindle Scribe, Paperwhite Signature Edition, and Paperwhite Kids, as well as several Fire HD tablets if that's more your speed.

Epic Games vs. Google antitrust witness list includes Sundar Pichai

The witness list for Epic Games' antitrust case against Google's anticompetitive practices has been revealed.

Top phones from Apple, Samsung, and Google compete in drop test (VIDEO)

Allstate performed drop tests on four expensive phones to see whether they could survive a dunk test and six-foot falls.

Here's what's brewing at Nothing

Nothing has turned an April Fool's Day joke into a real product as it launched Beer (5.1%) in the U.K.

Why wait for Prime Day? The Galaxy Watch 6 is its lowest-ever price!

10% off may not seem like a huge deal, but it's rare to save much on a watch that's less than two months old. And the Galaxy Watch 6 is already affordable compared to most flagship watches.

Amazon cuts the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic's price by 43%, making it the top choice for Galaxy users on a budget

The watch is still worth it and is a real steal at its current price

Days before the Pixel Watch 2 is released, Google updates the app

Google has updated the Pixel Watch app days before the expected release of the Pixel Watch 2.

It's not too late to snatch the 2022-released Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at a discount on Amazon

The 2022-released Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is available at a discounted price on Amazon. Take advantage while you can.

The top-tier Bose Headphones 700 can now be yours for less on Amazon

The headphones have great sound, good ANC, nice battery life and are worth every single penny spent

You can still treat yourself to the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra at Amazon UK and save big

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is still available at a lower price on Amazon UK. Get one and save while you still can.

Why the Pixel 8's Face Unlock upgrade is a big deal

One of the biggest upgrades in the Pixel 8 didn’t even get a mention during Google’s keynote: Face Unlock now works with banking apps and Google Wallet.

Pixel 8 Pro: The AI Android gives Samsung and Apple a lesson on making exciting phones

Apple and Samsung aren't ready for the first AI Android phone but Google is. Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro make iPhone and Galaxy users super jealous!

We could see a 432MP camera on a Galaxy S Ultra handset in the near future

An X tipster says that Samsung is working on a pair of ISOCELL HW sensors that support resolutions up to 432MP.

Press render and specs leak for the foldable OnePlus Open (aka Oppo Find N3)

A press render and specs were leaked for the OnePlus Open book-style foldable also known as the Oppo Find N3.

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile no longer launches in 2023

Introduced last year, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile was supposed to make its debut later this year, but that’s not going to happen.

One UI 6/Android 14 beta comes to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5

Samsung has rolled out the first One UI 6/Android 14 beta for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5.

Take a guess! How many Pixel units have been sold since the OG series launched in 2016?

Google has sold nearly 38 million Pixel units since it first launched the line back in 2016.

OnePlus Pad Go launched as an even cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Tab S9 FE

OnePlus ventured into the tablet segment early this year with the OnePlus Pad, and a budget alternative now goes official in India.

WhatsApp tests new text formatting tools and secret codes for locked chats

WhatsApp tests new text formatting tools and secret codes for locked chats

Spotify's 'Supremium' tier might arrive sooner than you think

A new round of leaks gives a little more insight into what Spotify's "Supremium" tier may deliver.

Google Japan creates QWERTY keyboard cap you can wear and type with

Google Japan will give you all the directions you need to build a working Gboard cap that can input letters on your devices.

Android 14 statue unveiled upside down with a piece of cake

The tradition of unveiling Android series statues continues this year but with a droid doing a handstand.

The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro's 7 years of software support will also extend to repair parts

The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro's 7 years of software support will also extend to repair parts

X, formerly Twitter, now removes headlines from articles

Elon Musk is making another tweak to the social platform formerly known as Twitter that is likely to frustrate users.

Google's Pixel 8 hardware support matches its seven-year update plan

Google details its relaxed approach to the Pixel 8's seven-year update plan as it seeks quality in its patches.

Wear OS 4 is finally coming to the original Pixel Watch

Wear OS 4 is finally coming to the original Pixel Watch "later this year"

The first Pixel Watch is getting Wear OS 4 later this year

The Pixel Watch 2 already ships with Wear OS 4, and it is good to see Google supporting the first iteration smartwatch.

Pixel 9 series rumored to stand taller than the Pixel 8 next year

A new rumor has suggested Google could offer larger Pixel phones next year.

Google Pixel 8 vs Pixel 7: post-event expectations

The Google Pixel 8 is coming in the last quarter of this year. Will it be an improvement over the Pixel 7? Or is it a better idea to grab the Pixel 7 at a discount?

Google Pixel Watch 2 hands-on: Finally fit to replace Fitbit

The Google Pixel Watch 2 packs in a brand-new processor, a slew of new health sensors, and an updated suite of software that's fit to replace Fitbit's best watches.

Rumored Meta layoffs hint at struggles amid Quest 3 launch

Meta had ambitions to develop its own custom silicon and operating system for Quest headsets, but that now looks increasingly unlikely.

Forget Titanium! Galaxy S24 should steal this new iPhone 15 Pro camera feature

Samsung needs to lift advanced sensor cropping techniques straight from the iPhone 15 Pro and put them on all Galaxy S24 phones next year. The camera sensors and application processors will by all means be powerful enough, so the only thing left is for Samsung to prioritize this hot new camera tech.

Made by Google event 2023 live blog: Pixel 8, Watch 2, and everything we expect to see

Google is set to announce a bunch of new devices and Android Central will be closely watching to see what comes out! Follow along!

The next iOS 17 update could improve the battery life on your iPhone

Recent iPhone models have seen the Geekbench battery test score for their model decline with the release of iOS 17.

YouTube Music now lets you automatically download new podcast episodes

Saving podcasts for offline listening could be easier than ever on YouTube Music.

Preliminary screen sizes, dimensions, weights leak for the iPhone 16 series

Even though we won't see these phones until next September, preliminary dimensions and weights for the iPhone 16 line have leaked.

The OnePlus Open has been confirmed to be the same device as the OPPO Find N3

The OnePlus Open has been confirmed to be the same device as the OPPO Find N3

OnePlus Open gets an early hands-on video

OnePlus shows off its first foldable phone, which it developed alongside OPPO.

Files by Google gains Smart Search for easier sorting and faster discovery

Files by Google starts rolling out its Smart Search feature, giving users an easier time managing their most crucial documents.

Official Google silicone cases for the Pixel 8 Series leak and show very colorful options

In a new leak, we now see full sized images of the official Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro cases expected to be officially unveiled during the event.

More Pixel 8 videos leak ahead of this week's launch

Google is gearing up to release the Pixel 8 series this week, and ahead of the release, we already have unboxing videos getting surfaced online.

Quest 3 will succeed at fitness where the Quest 2 fell short

People love to burn a few calories playing Beat Saber. But for VR headsets to become proper at-home workout tools, you need to do more than punch, swipe, and dance. That's where the Quest 3 and mixed reality come in.

Leaked Pixel 8 ad shows how easy it is to keep your apps and data when switching from iPhone

A leaked ad from Google shows iPhone users how easy and seamless it is to switch to Pixel.

iPhone 15 Pro Max-Galaxy S23 Ultra drop test battle leaves one thought: "Buy a case"

A drop test battle between the iPhone 15 Pro Max and Galaxy S23 Ultra shows the importance of buying a case.

iOttie iON Wireless Duo charger stand review: The best Made for Google charging accessory

iOttie only makes the Made for Google version of its iON Wireless Duo charger stand. Is this wireless charger worth your while? Find out in our review.

The wonderful Galaxy Watch 5 is still available at a lower price on Amazon

The Galaxy Watch 5 is still available at a lower price. Get it now at Amazon and save big.

Apple might be ready to include its own search engine in iOS if Google loses to the DOJ in court

Apple's deal with Google to host the latter's search engine on iOS is in jeopardy thanks to a courtroom battle.