The BBK Group, Huawei, and Xiaomi have apparently entered into a cooperation to break away from Google’s services. Xiaomi’s Hyper OS3 is based on Android, but will be launched on the market without Gmail, Maps, and Play. However, the risk for manufacturers would be significant.
iOS 19 is widely anticipated to bring major UI overhauls and iterations, but it could also introduce small yet significant features. According to a new report, one such feature might involve cross-device Wi-Fi network syncing between iPhones and other Apple devices.
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If you’ve been waiting for a good deal on the Google Pixel Tablet with charging dock, now might be the best time to buy. The Android tablet that transforms into a smart display for your home is back to $399 from $499 on Amazon. This means you can save $100 on the bundle price.
While the Sony Xperia 1 VI, or Mark 6, may not be as mainstream as other flagship devices, it boasts a top-tier and versatile camera setup, a significant strength, particularly for enthusiasts. The Japanese brand has teased the launch of a new Xperia next week, and while not fully confirmed, strong hints suggest it will be the Xperia 1 VII and will incorporate its Alpha branding.
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While Google is set to announce the Android 16 release date in the coming weeks at I/O 2025, Pixel devices are now receiving the May Android 15 update. This update includes the latest security patches along with fixes for a few prominent bugs. The firmware also introduces a new bootloader to older Pixel models, disabling the option to downgrade.
Over the past few years, Microsoft has rapidly integrated AI into its core services and is now bringing new AI features to Windows 11 settings. Notably, an upcoming AI agent will enable contextual input for settings adjustments. This feature, alongside enhancements to Click to Do, will first debut on Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon processors before expanding to other models.
Samsung’s adoption of Android 15 hasn’t been the swiftest compared to other Android manufacturers, largely due to the initial delays with One UI 7. However, the company has now begun to make significant progress. Potentially aiming to compensate, Samsung might also release One UI 8 earlier, aligning with the accelerated timeline of Android 16.
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Google’s Material Design has been one of the most significant visual changes it introduced across Android and its other product platforms. Since its inception, the core design system has seen relatively few major alterations. However, Google appears poised to unveil a substantial upgrade to the Android design language with the upcoming Material 3 Expressive, which the company seemingly leaked accidentally ahead of I/O 2025.
The rollout of One UI 7, Samsung’s update based on Android 15, has been very chaotic. After several delays and interruptions, the first Samsung smartphones have finally been updated. But their batteries have also reportedly been knocked out. Several tech sites have reported user complaints about the battery life of their Galaxy S24 or Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is said to have dropped drastically after installing One UI 7. But there’s no need to panic.
Samsung seems to have been left behind by its Chinese competitors, Honor and Huawei, in terms of foldable smartphones. However, the Koreans are not throwing in the towel and are preparing a range of new models that could be presented as early as July.