google Google Completely Cancels Annual I/O Developer Conference Over Coronavirus Google cancels its massive I/O developer conference entirely, making it the first major tech company to scrap its event rather than move it online.
samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Impresses But Remains a Costly Gimmick Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip delivers excellent performance and a satisfying flip-phone design, making it the best foldable available. However, high price tags and lingering durability issues keep it from being a recommended purchase.
blackberry BlackBerry Ends Android Smartphone Era as TCL Partnership Concludes BlackBerry officially discontinues all current Android smartphones, ending sales by August 2020 as its partnership with TCL comes to a close.
samsung Leaked Specs Reveal Major Upgrades for Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G A new spec leak details the differences between the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra 5G, showing how the Ultra model significantly outclasses its smaller siblings with superior cameras and storage.
ring Ring Doorbell App Secretly Shares User Data With Multiple Trackers An EFF investigation reveals that the Ring Android app sends highly personal user data to four major marketing and analytics companies without meaningful consent.
google assistant Google Assistant Gains Scheduled Actions and Article Reading at CES 2020 Google unveils new Google Assistant features at CES 2020, including scheduled smart home commands and natural article reading in 42 languages. The update also brings expanded Interpreter Mode and easier access to privacy controls.
google Google Unveils New Assistant Features at CES 2020 Google focuses its CES 2020 presence entirely on Google Assistant, introducing handy new capabilities like webpage reading and digital sticky notes.
netflix Netflix Introduces Smart Downloads to Automatically Manage Offline Episodes Netflix rolls out a new Smart Downloads feature that deletes watched episodes and automatically grabs the next one. The tool aims to save storage space and help users binge-watch offline without manual file management.
google Google Search Adds Watchlist Feature for Movies and TV Shows Google Search now allows mobile users to save movies and TV shows directly to a Watchlist. The new feature makes it easier to track and access entertainment options across various platforms.
google Leaked Google Pixel 4a Renders Reveal Hole-Punch Display Upcoming Google Pixel 4a leaks show a budget phone with a modern hole-punch screen that outshines the flagship Pixel 4's display. The device makes compromises with a single rear camera and a fingerprint reader instead of facial recognition.
rcs Google Rolls Out RCS Messaging to All US Android Users Google releases its RCS messaging upgrade for all Android users in the US ahead of schedule. The new protocol brings iMessage-like features to the default messaging app.
rcs Google Completes US Rollout of Next-Generation RCS Texting Google confirms that RCS messaging is now available to all Android users in the US. The feature brings iMessage-like capabilities to Android Messages but currently lacks end-to-end encryption.
google Google Expands AI Voice Recorder App to Older Pixel Devices Google brings its impressive AI-powered voice recorder and real-time transcription app to older Pixel phones. The app stands out by processing audio entirely offline directly on the device.
qualcomm Qualcomm Makes 5G Mandatory With New Snapdragon 865 Chip Qualcomm unveils the Snapdragon 865, a major smartphone processor that requires 5G connectivity for all flagship Android devices. This move forces manufacturers to adopt 5G as the new standard for premium phones.
android Pre-Installed Android Apps Hide Serious Security Vulnerabilities A new study by security firm Kryptowire reveals that pre-installed apps on Android devices from 29 vendors contain 146 security vulnerabilities. These hidden flaws allow attackers to silently install apps, record audio, and alter system settings.