Vishnu Sarangapurkar
Vishnu works as a freelance News Writer for Android Central. For the past four years, he's been writing about consumer technology, primarily involving smartphones, laptops, and every other gizmo connected to the Internet. When he is away from keyboard, you can see him going on a long drive or chilling on a couch binge-watching some crime series.
Latest articles by Vishnu Sarangapurkar
![Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 cover screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sSwB5kvappiGvkSaAyJ5Xo-320-80.jpg)
Galaxy Z Flip 6 proves resilient in JerryRigEverything's torture test
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Survived! Samsung recently launched its Galaxy foldables, and the Z Flip 6 was put through hell by JerryRigEverything's Zack Nelson.
![OnePlus Open review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7uJPeVbiugCGu73uNo9eL-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Open 2 is rumored to pack in a massive battery capacity
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Massive Battery? OnePlus might have its next foldable in the pipeline, and an exciting leak reveals what to expect.
![Mix Flip](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/deBjtjAS3iT7u6EufEqr8k-320-80.jpg)
Xiaomi debuts its first clamshell Mix Flip phone next to Mix Fold 4
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
First Clamshell Xiaomi has released new foldables in China to take on the latest Samsung Galaxy Z foldable smartphones.
![Google Play Store on OnePlus 9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rqNR9WF3NtKSHhQjGZgYqM-320-80.jpg)
Latest Google Play System update adds improvements to Android services
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
System improvements The July Google Play System update rollout has benefited Google Play services, Play Store, Android TV, and Android core services.
![Google Chrome Tabs Lifestyle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SZwAiKj7aUnHzWrtMr62FK-320-80.jpg)
Web links made with Google URL Shortener will stop working soon
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Killed by Google Google launched its URL Shortener in 2009, and links created through it will finally stop working on August 25, 2025.
![OnePlus Nord 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5h4VJsd7X6yWSTN9QKp829-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Nord 4 packs in a full metal body design and Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Affordable Nord phone OnePlus launched its new Nord phone alongside a pair of Nord Buds, the OnePlus Watch 2R, and the OnePlus Pad 2.
![Honor Magic V3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YHd6g3quGA2ox9ZtSEoK8B-320-80.jpg)
Honor Magic V3 and Vs3 are the thinnest foldables currently confined to China
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Thinnest foldables Honor has all new foldables for the Chinese region, which are likely to expand to other markets later this year.
![OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dbmCuuo8p4QYamHm9cGVM6-320-80.jpg)
The new OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro promise flagship-level sound for just $79
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Nord Buds OnePlus released a new pair of Nord buds next to the Watch 2R and OnePlus Pad 2 in the U.S.
![Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL leak](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gQe2QFvxZbXQaQaLT2CVad-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL revealed in full on TikTok
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Another Pixel Leak After witnessing the Pixel 9 in Pink, a new leak confirms the design of its two other siblings.
![The old Android logo at Google's Pier 57 building in New York City](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WQk3wnfMLVZ4KYWqQr5sqL-320-80.jpg)
Google officially suspends support for Android Lollipop after a decade
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Bye Bye Lollipop After axing Android KitKat last year, Google will discontinue the Lollipop operating system this year.
![Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Editon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PwwJwyqRjDawssQSDv2U38-320-80.jpg)
Samsung greets athletes with a new Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Olympic Edition Foldable Samsung just unveiled its latest foldable phones — the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Z Flip 6. The latter already has a new special edition.
![Google Circle to Search new updates](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qDJWfJoLC74ZiZuRCWsvyX-320-80.jpg)
Google expands its Circle to Search capabilities on new Galaxy foldables
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Circle to Search While Samsung just unpacked a host of new devices, Google shared the AI benefits that came with those devices at the event.
![OnePlus Nord 4 teaser](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wZKGvtTYTCjACuVZozThr5-320-80.jpg)
Massive OnePlus leak spoils the fun for the upcoming Summer Event
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Massive leak OnePlus has a July 16 event planned to showcase many new products; however, a new leak indicates what to expect and how they look.
![Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RstMRJKVa8UK2UGF2PBXGM-320-80.jpg)
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro feature a whole new edgy design and built-in AI
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Hello, Galaxy Buds! Samsung has unveiled the new Galaxy Buds 3 series along with several other Galaxy products, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.
![Nothing OS 2.0 home screen on the Nothing Phone 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/A4jNceWRzrygtnXSzBpH37-320-80.jpg)
Phone 2 gets Nothing OS 2.6 with new features and bug fixes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
New Nothing features As we wait for Phone 3, which seems unlikely to happen soon, Phone 2 has a new operating system update.
![OnePlus 12 home page against colorful background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eTYvoXTAaPFaaDtW2nksDG-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open get the latest security patches
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Improvements It is that time of the month when we expect security patches to roll out to Android devices, and some of the OnePlus devices are getting them this week.
![CMF Buds Pro 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8HXWLJQgTouoNLhFiZuNK5-320-80.jpg)
Nothing introduces the new CMF Buds Pro 2 with a sleek smart dial case
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Hello Again Orange Buds The CMF Buds Pro 2 are the latest set of earbuds that are offered with a 43-hour battery life on a single charge.
![Galaxy Buds 3 Pro real life images leak](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xka8bNA79JfrUELCnMqnjP-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro leaked images showcase them in action
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Pro Buds are Real After witnessing a major leak of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, here's the first real-world look at the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.
![An alleged look at a live photo of the entire Pixel 9 series.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xgvtt3MTWkd3FCeurfaaXT-320-80.jpg)
Pixel 9 series likely to go ultrasonic with Galaxy S24 Ultra's fingerprint sensor
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Ultrasonic FTW Google relied on optical fingerprint sensors until now, and it is good to see that the search giant is making the shift.
![OnePlus Nord launch event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S2EfWsWEwjb2cnoRwgk8KE-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Nord 4 is likely to have a global launch soon
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
New Nord phone? Other reports suggest we might also see the OnePlus Buds 3 Pro and a new OnePlus Watch 2R.
![Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 leaked ad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CSom5dg8CxhaAtufTCjsFg-320-80.jpg)
Full specs of Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 leak leaving nothing to imagination
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Nothing to Anticipate Samsung has an Unpacked Event scheduled for July 10; however, a week earlier, we have everything to look for — thanks to the leaks.
![Pixel 9 in Pink](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vE9k7SeZt6PtqfmELNDvgX-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel 9 again leaks in another video, giving us a closer look
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Pixel 9 in Pink As we approach the Pixel 9 series launch, more leaks surface, giving us what to expect.
![Google's Pixel 6 Pro on a fence with Autumn trees in the background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a5DWzv3aX96VzFXqn8Hejb-320-80.jpg)
July Pixel update brings camera improvements and bug fixes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
July update The latest July security patch brings several improvements to the camera and system alongside fixes for the user interface.