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One issue some Googlebook users are seeing is that their Pixel phones refuse to pair with the new laptops. Colleague Paul Jones and I are also seeing this issue on our Googlebooks. Fortunately, Google has now confirmed the cause of the issue and outlined a solution.

Smartphone makers finally seem ready to experiment beyond thinner phones and bigger camera bumps. Wider displays seem to be gaining popularity, especially after Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold 8. We’ve since seen Apple take a similar approach with the iPhone Duo, followed by Xiaomi’s 18 Fold and Motorola’s Razr Flex. Now, OPPO appears to…

Google has confirmed that Android app support varies across its initial lineup of Googlebook laptops. In a statement sent to Android Authority, the company shared that most Android apps run smoothly on both Intel and Qualcomm models, but a small number of complex apps and games may need developer tuning to run best on Intel-based…

Press and hold the right side of a status to speed it up in WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.40.4

The Galaxy Watch 9, Samsung’s newest model, is currently $60 off while most shoppers rush to Amazon to snatch up Prime Day deals. This might be a better option.

Following initial teasers surrounding the OriginOS 7 teaser features and official launch date, Vivo has officially detailed its rollout roadmap for OriginOS 7 in India. Built on top of Android 17, the update promises a massive leap forward in day-to-day smartphone performance, fluid system animations, and deeply integrated artificial intelligence.

Amazon revealed today three new Android-based Alexa tablets made from premium materials and with the company’s next-gen Alexa+ assistant built-in. The three new tablets start at $229.99 for the 8-inch version with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and Amazon also designed a range of new accessories including a detachable keyboard and a pen.

Android 17 was reported rolling out to the Moto Razr Ultra 2026 in the United States on October 6, 2026.

Bitdefender’s security researchers have identified a malware campaign (dubbed Midnight Mimosa) running on low-cost, multi-brand Android devices built on MediaTek platforms.

Amazon just revealed its all-new Alexa Tablets. The new tablets feature ”world-class hardware, personalized intelligence from Alexa+, full Google Play Store access,” and are nowavailable for purchase from $230.