Earlier this year, Google introduced new AI features that first appeared on Samsung Galaxy and Pixel devices. Now, after several months of exclusivity, a new leak suggests that some of these features will soon arrive on other Android devices, starting with Xiaomi's upcoming budget flagship, the Xiaomi 14T.
After introducing the “About this image” tool to Circle to Search, Google has announced plans to expand this feature to more services, including Search and YouTube. This update will use a new verification standard to help users tell the difference between AI-generated images and real ones.
Updating an iPhone or Apple device to the latest operating system is not always a smooth process for everyone as there might be instances that users face a stuck or bricked handset. Following the launch of over-the-air system recovery to the Apple Watch, the feature has expanded to the latest iPhone 16 via iOS 18, enabling a more convenient solution than before.
With the release of watchOS 11, Apple has also received approval from the FDA for a new sleep apnea detection feature. In addition to the feature itself, Apple explained how it works on the Apple Watch, which might be the most interesting part.
iOS 18 is one of the biggest updates for iPhones yet. It's already rolling out to compatible models, but not all new features will work on older devices. While some advanced features are reserved for newer models, older iPhones will still receive a few key iOS 18 updates. Below is a breakdown of the features that won’t be available on older iPhones.
The iPhone 16 series features larger battery capacities (except for the Plus model) and faster charging speeds. However, beyond these upgrades, it appears that battery replacement has become more expensive, especially for the iPhone 16 Pro models.
Also read: How to check the battery status of your Android phone
For most Android skins, app notification icons on the status bar and lock screen are shown in white glyph icons, with very few apps and tools being colored. However, with the latest Android developments, Google may bring full-color and dynamic icons back in one of the future Android 15 updates.
Learn more: Meaning of status symbols on your Android phone
This year's iPhone event by Apple was a little jam-packed, with the new AirPods 4 and iterated AirPods Max. Apart from the AirPods refresh, Apple also introduced a new hearing aid feature to the current AirPods Pro 2 that was said to be added in the future via software update once they get FDA approval. Seemingly, it didn't take long for Apple to receive the authorization.
Google has introduced updates to Chrome aimed at improving both performance and user security. The latest update adds new features to help users better manage notifications and control website permissions.
When was the last time you performed an app audit on your smartphone? Do you think it is time to spruce things up? Perhaps it needs a new game or productivity app, and if so, you've come to the right place. Each week, we conjure a list of five top-notch app and game suggestions that we have personally tested on both Android and iOS platforms. Needless to say, anything that does not pass the minimum standards would be weeded out.
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