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40 stories from 6 sources Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 15:46 UTC
9to5Google

Galaxy SmartTag 3 hits Samsung online store as single tracker or four-pack

Samsung’s latest generation of item trackers for Galaxy devices is available online in two colors, starting at $29 . more…

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Sony WH-1000XM5 fall back to half-price on Amazon

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones drop to an all-time low of $198 on Amazon, with premium ANC and up to 30 hours of battery life.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

4 fresh AI apps and tools worth trying this week, including an Arc Browser replacement

A vibecoded mapping tool, a file-sending service, and a useful screenshot utility for Android also feature.

Nov 6, 2026
9to5Google

Big Google Antigravity update brings Remote Agents, Voice Mode, and redesign

Google is rolling out a big update to Antigravity this week that features a new design, Voice Mode, and Remote Agents. more…

Nov 6, 2026
9to5Google

I bought the knock-off Pixel Watch and Fitbit Air bands, and it’s crazy how good they are [Gallery]

I love swapping out the bands on my Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air, but Google’s official options are not cheap. It doesn’t take long to find a plethora of knock-off Pixel Watch and Fitbit Air bands around the web and, as it turns out, they’re actually really good. more…

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Leaker says OPPO may have suspended the Find X10 Ultra

The successor to one of the best camera phones in the business may have been cancelled.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Google’s November Pixel update is missing, and Android 17 QPR2 may explain why

November's missing update has sparked an intriguing theory.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra gets a big $450 Amazon price drop

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is 32% off on Amazon, cutting the price of Samsung's 2026 flagship by a big margin.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Latest Google app reveals Gemini Live’s offline mode requires an online setup

You should also brace for a limited experience compared to online Gemini Live.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Garmin Fenix E plunges $400 to record-low price

Garmin Fenix E drops to a record-low $399.99 on Amazon, bringing AMOLED, maps, and multisport tools for half price.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Samsung’s Galaxy Buds On and SmartTag 3 are now available in the US

Samsung's clip-on earbuds and new item tracker are finally here.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Leak: HONOR Robot Phone 2 is in the works, could launch next year

Fingers crossed for a global release, though.

Nov 6, 2026
9to5Google

Oppo confirms its next foldable will actually know what a ‘global’ release is

The Oppo Find N6 is a stunning foldable but, for the second year in a row, it really stretches the definition of what a “global” release means. Oppo Find N7, apparently, will fix that. more…

Nov 6, 2026
9to5Google

You can get a Philips Hue outdoor light strip for nearly 40% off right now

If you’re preparing outdoor lighting right now, a great deal on a Philips Hue outdoor light strip can save you both a ton of work, and a lot of dough too. more…

Nov 6, 2026
Android Authority

Motorola Razr Fold gets a much-needed software update, but still no Android 17

Cheaper and older Motorola phones have already beaten it to Android 17.

Nov 6, 2026
Android Central

Google's Find Hub just got a feature that could save you from losing your wallet

If you're constantly forgetting your keys or wallet, Google's latest Find Hub upgrade could be a lifesaver.

Nov 6, 2026
9to5Google

Big Googlebook November update rolling out with 31 fixes, improvements

Just over a month after the launch, Google is rolling out the “Googlebook November update” with “many bug fixes, stability improvements, and firmware updates.” more…

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

OnePlus sets Android 17 rollout dates, but there's a bigger change coming

OnePlus users are getting ColorOS 17, but they'll have to say goodbye to OxygenOS.

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Samsung's toughest Galaxy phone just got Android 17 — here's how to check

One UI 9 is rolling out to Samsung's Galaxy XCover 7 Pro with some welcome upgrades.

Nov 5, 2026
9to5Google

Google Find Hub rolls out ‘Notify when left behind’ tracker alerts on Android

As previewed in October , Google has added “Notify when left behind” alerts for Find Hub tags and trackers on Android. more…

Nov 5, 2026
9to5Google

Payday Aces High review: This year’s must-play multiplayer VR game

Join up with three other heisters and get revenge on the billionaire who sent you to jail in the first place in Payday Aces High, now available on Meta Quest, SteamVR, and Steam Frame. more…

Nov 5, 2026
9to5Google

Samsung brings back free doubled storage discount on Galaxy Z Fold 8

Samsung is running its much-loved “double the storage” promo on its Galaxy Z Fold 8 right now. more…

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Intelligent Eyewear: Samsung's Android XR glasses will start pre-orders in a week

Warby Parker says Samsung's Android XR glasses, Intelligent Eyewear, will begin pre-orders "in one week," and we're looking forward to it.

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Motorola went full premium: the Signature 27 is here, and it's making a statement

The Motorola Signature 27 is here with a 7,000mAh battery, full GrapheneOS support, and a stellar set of cameras, all at a truly premium price.

Nov 5, 2026
9to5Google

Pixel 11 and Pixel 10 at up to $350 off are great phone deals that will only be harder to find in RAMageddon

As RAMageddon’s impact squeezes smartphones more and more, great deals on a new smartphone are going to get harder to find. Right now, Google’s Pixel 11 series and the Pixel 10 are $200 off, and that’s absolutely worth a look. more…

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Honor's battery plans look stunning—tests might've started with 15,000mAh capacity

Honor's alleged battery tests sound like they want a mini power bank inside a phone. A future phone could sport a 15,000mAh cell.

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Samsung's new Galaxy S27 Pro could come with one disappointing compromise

Samsung's Galaxy S27 Pro could miss out on one of the Ultra's biggest upgrades

Nov 5, 2026
Android Developers Blog

From in-app agents to the Android intelligence system: What’s new in intelligent apps at the Android Developer Summit

In the intelligence era, users are no longer just tapping through apps, they express high-level goals and expect AI agents like Gemini to complete multi-step workflows, sometimes across multiple apps on their devices.

Nov 5, 2026
Android Central

Motorola could be bringing back a familiar Android phone after five years

Motorola is reportedly reviving a phone series from years ago.

Nov 4, 2026
Android Central

Google is redesigning Messages again, and heavy texters might hate it

Google Messages is making pinned chats bigger, and that's not necessarily better.

Nov 4, 2026
Android Central

Qualcomm and SpaceX ink a deal to begin working on a Starlink 5G network for 2027

Qualcomm reaches a deal with SpaceX to begin developing a Starlink 5G network to advance the service in 2027 for U.S. consumers.

Nov 4, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Build for every screen with the latest Jetpack Compose updates from Android Developer Summit

The Android ecosystem is a multi-device reality that spans phones, foldables, tablets, wearables, in-car displays, XR, and Googlebook. In this landscape, adaptive development is foundational to reaching users wherever they are.

Nov 4, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Developing for Today: 50+ New Developer Sessions on Building Apps Today

Over 900 attendees joined our event spaces for a keynote about our outlook on the future, demo sessions, dozens of workshops, a hackathon, and for community discussions focused on ideas and feedback on Android platform.

Nov 2, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Agentic and Flexible: A next era of Android development

Today, at the Android Dev Summit, we are announcing the broad availability of many tools and APIs designed to remove everyday friction and give you more flexibility to build great Android apps.

Oct 28, 2026
Android Developers Blog

What's new in Android developer tools and performance at Android Dev Summit

This year at Android Dev Summit we shared how Android's developer tools are evolving to help you be more productive alongside your agents.

Oct 28, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Your favorite agents are now integrated in Android Studio

Android Studio Rabbit 2 is now stable and ready for you to use in production. This release includes key features to improve your development such as Bring Your Own Agent, new XR Emulator features, a LeakCanary update, a new agent skills manager tool, AI code review, and more.

Oct 28, 2026
Android Developers Blog

A more reliable way to add and edit contacts on Android

Apps that target the upcoming Android release will no longer be able to directly write to contacts with the WRITE_CONTACTS permission.

Oct 21, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Grab Reduces ANRs by 32% and improves startup time by 35% with R8 and Profile guided optimization

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp, offering deliveries, mobility, and financial services to millions of users across eight countries through a single app.

Oct 19, 2026
Android Developers Blog

Bringing our latest frontier model to Android Developers

As agentic development accelerates, Android engineering is reaching an exciting new frontier: moving from assistive code completion to agents executing end-to-end under your direction. You have total choice and flexibility in the models and agents you use.

Oct 13, 2026
Android Developers Blog

New ways to drive smarter discovery, deeper engagement, and business growth on Google Play

Today, we shared how we’re taking our “more than a store” vision into its next chapter. From You tab, now the personal home base for over 250M monthly active users, to our unified gaming platform connecting over 700M gamer profiles, Google Play is meeting users wherever they are.

Oct 13, 2026
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