… Will it be annoying to re-learn a new app interface, settings layout, etc.? Sure. But if the upside of that is a vastly richer and more secure texting experience, I think that’s a pretty fair trade. …
… Changes in the Perplexity Android app appear to confirm work on the new wake word. …
… You get a clean Android experience, useful Pixel-only features , and above all, faster software updates. But if there’s one Samsung app that stops me from making the switch, it’s Good Lock . It’s not just any OEM app — it’s more like a toolkit for power users. …
… But while I was enjoying my honeymoon period with that camera hardware, I found myself appreciating something far less flashy, but far more useful in day-to-day use: the default camera app It’s one of those features that doesn’t show up in spec sheets, yet it quietly changes how comfortable a phone… …
… The app is no longer known as Samsung Internet but rather Samsung Browser. We can confirm this change on our Galaxy S26 Ultra running version 29.0.4.45 of the app, and it is reflected in the new onboarding experience visible below . …
… While the update brings a bevy of changes, it also appears to be delivering a few bugs. Earlier today, we reported on an issue that’s causing the Voice Recorder app to crash . It appears that One UI 8.5 may also be causing issues with the Enhance-X app for some. …
… Some of these features are hidden in plain sight, whereas others are tucked away in the Settings app. Let’s go over these lesser-known Pixel features and see how you can use them to improve your Pixel experience. …
… Pixel phones get a lot right, and I’d happily recommend them to anyone who wants a clean, no-frills experience. But for me, Samsung makes the whole smartphone experience feel more capable, and frankly, a lot more fun. …
… References like “Upload photo” and “Your photos” strongly hint at a Google Photos integration, while options like “Theme Preview” and “Apply” indicate a more interactive customization experience. …
… One UI 9 lowers the friction of triggering Lockdown mode by making it easier, and while it adds some friction to the user experience by not returning users to their last-used app, it’s for their own good. Users can still access their last-used app after getting past the lock screen. …