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The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.

While we aren’t sure where 2026 has gone, one thing is set in stone: Amazon Prime Day is returning, and it’s coming up fast. Officially known as Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon’s major shopping event and prelude to Black Friday starts tomorrow, and runs Oct. 6-7. There will be sales on Samsung products, including the…

Release also extends Staking Tickets to SPINZ, broadens mobile-table support and improves lobby information.

Our top picks of the season, none of which require paying full retail price.Credit: Mashable Photo Composite | Apple Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Learn more about how we select deals. Best early Prime Day iPhone deals: Best iPhone deal overall iPhone 18 Pro (256 GB)$0(save $1,199.99)

New software updates are now available for Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones with foldable displays, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8.  These updates bring the October 2026 security patch.

The best early October Prime Day earbuds deals: Best Apple deal Apple AirPods 4$99(save $30.99)

Sony Interactive Entertainment quietly rolled out PS5 system software update 26.06-14.10.00 on October 1. From the looks of it, this firmware revision combats (or attempts to combat) the most recent PS5 jailbreak.

Early October Prime Day iPad deals at a glance: Best budget iPad deal Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB)$427(save $22) Best iPad mini deal Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB)$569(save $30)