Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy Tab S12 appeared in a Google app list, hinting at software prep before a possible late-summer launch.

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Samsung’s $1,199 Galaxy Z Flip8 adds a thinner design, expanded FlexWindow tools, and new AI controls while retaining the same battery and rear cameras.

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Researchers found Chinese and Russian SDKs in Android apps marketed to U.S. military users, highlighting software supply chain and enterprise privacy risks.

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Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 fixes Gemini-related reboots, Bluetooth failures, and missing notifications while ending beta support for the Pixel 6 series.

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Motorola's Edge 70 Max pairs a 7,100mAh silicon-carbon battery with built-in Qi2 magnetic charging, flagship hardware, and a slim design in its India debut.

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EU rules will make Google share anonymized search data and give rival AI assistants broader access to Android features across Europe.

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Google Play will open catalog access to third-party US Android app stores on July 22, following a court order tied to Epic Games’ antitrust case.

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Leaked Pixel Watch 5 renders reveal every color, both case sizes, and Google's familiar design ahead of the Made by Google event on August 12.

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Microsoft is reportedly testing deeper Windows 11 phone integration, including Start menu activity, system tray controls, file sharing, and SMS.

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RedHook malware uses fake banking and government apps to steal data and control Android phones, with attacks confirmed in Vietnam and Indonesia so far.

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Google’s July 2026 Pixel update fixes Android 17 boot loops, app crashes, display issues, and navigation problems across supported devices.

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A Pixel 11 pricing leak suggests Google may drop 128GB storage and start all models at 256GB, potentially raising entry prices.

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Rising DRAM and NAND prices are forcing Android phone makers to cut specs, raise prices, and rethink budget smartphones, according to Omdia.

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Google’s July Play services update improves Google One purchases, adds Wear OS work profile support, and expands Android developer tools.

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Pixel 6 may miss Google’s next Android kernel upgrade, but security patches and Android 17 are still expected through October 2026.

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