Google's latest Home update fixes Nest camera headaches and upgrades Gemini
Google's latest Gemini for Home update finally fixes Nest Cam Live View issues and more.
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Phones
'A very well-considered follow-up' — 3 reasons the Honor 700 series could shake up the mid-range Android market
Screen time The Honor 700 series could compete with high-end flagships if it launches at the right price.
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Google's November Pixel Drop is massive, and older Pixel phones are getting some love
Packed Pixel Drop Pixel 10 owners just got some seriously good news.
Samsung Gallery can finally sync your photos directly to Google Photos
Better way to back up Samsung Gallery finally gets proper Google Photos backup integration.
Android 17
Android 17 QPR2 is here, and it’s more than just a Pixel makeover
More than cosmetic Android 17 QPR2 drops early to fix your status bar and themes, among others.
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Apps & Software
Galaxy AI may cost you in the future, but not even Samsung users are swayed by its value
The future of Galaxy AI? The Galaxy AI subscription leak isn't pleasing Samsung users, who say Gemini's value is ten times better.
Android 17 QPR2 is here, and it’s more than just a Pixel makeover
More than cosmetic Android 17 QPR2 drops early to fix your status bar and themes, among others.
Security issue: Chrome's Incognito mode struggles, but Safe Browsing could help
Protected Google reportedly prepares to enhance the browsing protections of Incognito mode to steer users away from malicious websites.
Samsung might serve Bixby some proper AI agent upgrades in One UI 9.5
Doing more Samsung's Bixby aspires to be like Gemini, with rumors suggesting "AI Agent" capabilities that might be in testing.
Wearables
Samsung patent suggests next Galaxy Watch could feature Visceral fat tracking
A wrist-sized MRI? Samsung could be one of the first companies to introduce this clinical tech feature for wearables.
Samsung upgraded its Sleep Apnea detection—Galaxy Ring, Watch 9 are receiving it now
Deeper Insights Get your Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Watch 9. Samsung's upgraded Sleep Apnea is offering deeper insights into breathing disruptions, and it's rolling out now.
Google confirms a nasty Pixel Watch battery bug — and a fix is rolling out
Battery drain, be gone Is your Pixel Watch battery draining too fast? Google finally has a fix
Samsung's 'Intelligent Eyewear' is now rumored to launch near Christmas
Pushed back...? Samsung's Android XR glasses, Intelligent Eyewear, are now rumored to debut in December in two major markets.
Accessories
Sennheiser keeps the Momentum going with great improvements over the True Wireless 4
Musical Momentum Solid sound and design choices make Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 their best yet
By land, by air: Amazon's 'Ring Robotics' debuts with a Rover and Drone Cam
Patrolling robotics Amazon's Ring Robotics unveils a new future in home security with patrolling Ring Rover and Ring Drone cams.
Problems find Google's Nest doorbells: users say Live is 'broken' and there's no clear cause
Problems upon problems Live View is failing for users with Google's older Nest Doorbells, and typical troubleshooting methods are failing for many.
Tablets
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle Plus, and Amazon is betting big on AI audiobooks
Bookbot Amazon rebrands Kindle Unlimited as Kindle+ and adds AI-narrated audiobooks.
Users find a weird issue with the Kindle 2026: Amazon says it was 'expected'
As planned...? Early Kindle 2026 users reported a "light bleeding" issue with the eReader. Amazon got candid about it, and it looks like this was always expected.
The Amazon Alexa Tablet series runs Android, and turns into a 'sanctuary' for Kindle readers
Alexa Tablet series The Amazon Alexa Tablet series is here, running Android to deliver full Play Store access, alongside accessories, a Nanomatte display, and more.
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