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Google’s updated migration tool takes the pain out of iPhone to Android switching
Google's upgraded Android Switch tool adds support for app data migration, iMessage transfers, passkeys, eSIMs, and more as it rolls out to Android 17 devices.
Android will now warn you if someone is using AI to fake your contact’s voice on a call
Google has launched fake call detection for Android devices, using end-to-end encrypted RCS technology to verify the caller in real time.
Samsung One UI 9 will disable your fingerprint every time you open the power menu
Samsung's One UI 9 Beta 2 removes the manual lockdown button from the Galaxy power menu and replaces it with medical info.
Rivian thinks Apple CarPlay is already obsolete and AI is the reason why
Rivian says AI-powered vehicle assistants could eventually replace Apple CarPlay by offering deeper integration and more natural interaction inside future cars.
Motorola just leaked its next Android phone, and it could be the perfect mid-ranger for you
Motorola officially listed the Edge 70 Pro+ on its website ahead of its June 4 India launch, putting an end to rumors and speculations.
Your WhatsApp and Google Meet calls will show up in Samsung’s Phone app with One UI 9
Samsung's One UI 9 will display WhatsApp and Google Meet calls directly in the default Phone app's call log.
New leak paints the OnePlus 16 as the Android flagship you deserve… but might never get
A new Weibo leak from Smart Pikachu reveals the OnePlus 16 will feature a 185Hz display, 200MP 3x periscope telephoto camera, and a 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery.
Apple may borrow Android’s smartest anti-theft feature for future iPhones
Apple is reportedly developing a theft detection feature that automatically locks stolen iPhones using motion sensors, AI, and Apple Watch proximity data.
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro review: I swapped my trusty iPad for this and didn’t miss it at all
Xiaomi's Pad 8 Pro is a rare breed that balances build, performance, and meaningful perks without nuking your wallet or having you sorely regret not picking an iPad.
Smart glasses are back, and this time they’re pretending to be normal
Smart glasses are returning with better frames, softer branding, and AI tucked into something that looks almost normal. That may make them easier to wear, but it doesn't make face-mounted cameras any less socially awkward.
A developer built Quick Share from scratch for phones Google forgot, and it actually works
Bada is a new open-source Android app that implements Google's Quick Share protocol without needing Google Play Services.
Android 16 VPN bug turns apps installed on your phone into a leaky sink
Android 16 has a bug that lets apps route traffic outside your VPN tunnel and expose your real IP address, even with strict VPN settings enabled.
Magic Cue, one of the smartest Android features on the Pixel phones, is coming to more apps
Google confirmed at I/O 2026 that Magic Cue on Pixel 10 is expanding to third-party apps including Snapchat, along with a redesigned bottom-of-screen UI.
Google’s new tool will end the long wait for iOS apps to appear on your Android phone
Google’s Android Studio Migration Assistant can port iOS projects to native Android by converting features, assets, and interfaces through an agentic workflow.
Android 17 is finally getting Apple’s Handoff feature, and it’s about time
Android 17's new Continue On feature lets you start an app on your phone and instantly pick up where you left off on your tablet, with just one tap.
Google Play is getting TikTok-style app previews and AI-powered search
Google has announced its integrating Google Play with the Gemini app, enabling app and conten discovery. The company has also revealed Play Shorts, a short-form video feed for browsing apps, and Ask Play, a conversational AI search tool that can help users find the right apps.
Google and Xreal’s Project Aura smart glasses will ship later this year
Xreal's Project Aura smart glasses throw built-in display units into the mix with a wide field of view,
Google shows off Android audio glasses designed by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker
Google has finally given us first look at Android XR audio glasses, powered by Gemini and coming out later this year.
Android Halo could be the missing link between Android and AI agents
Google’s new Android Halo feature hints at a future where AI quietly works alongside you instead of demanding constant attention. The most interesting part is how little it tries to get in your way.
I’m not convinced Googlebook will be Google’s next big thing, or if it even deserves it
Google's Googlebook is an ambitious AI laptop with the right instincts, but unanswered questions about pricing, silicon fragmentation, and real-world performance make it a very expensive bet.
Google I/O 2026: What to expect from Gemini, Android 17, and more
Google I/O 2026 is expected to focus heavily on Gemini AI, Android 17, smart devices, and Google’s broader push toward an AI-first ecosystem.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 could finally fix the biggest problem with foldables
A new Galaxy Z Fold 8 leak suggests Samsung may finally improve foldable battery life alongside thinner designs and upgraded cameras.
Your Pixel phone might soon tell you when a caller is lying about who they are
Google is working on phone number spoofing detection for the Google Phone app. It could warn you when someone is pretending to call from a saved contact's number and even let you hang up instantly.
I’m weirdly excited about Android 17’s upcoming anti-doomscrolling feature
I thought I had tried every trick possible to stop doomscrolling, but Android 17’s new Pause Point feature feels surprisingly different. Instead of punishing screen time, it interrupts the habit before the scrolling spiral even begins.
Gemini Intelligence has strict requirements, and your phone may not qualify
Google’s Gemini Intelligence sounds like the next big leap for Android AI, but there’s a surprising catch hiding behind the hype. Even some recent flagship phones may not make the cut.
Your Android phone can now share files with any iPhone using a Quick Share QR code
Google is rolling out a new QR code sharing feature in Quick Share that lets Android users transfer files to iPhones without any extra app.
Samsung’s AI smart glasses lined up for July. And yes, Galaxy Glasses could be the name
Samsung may show Galaxy Glasses at Unpacked in July, pairing Android XR and Gemini with cameras, microphones, and speakers for a voice-first AI wearable tied to the Galaxy ecosystem.
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