A recent survey reveals that many Android users are considering switching to the new folding phone from Apple despite the high price and software limits.
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Apple Music 7.0 Beta Delivers Liquid Glass Redesign To Android Phones
Apple Music 7.0 beta brings the Liquid Glass design to Android devices. The update includes a floating bottom bar, translucent menus, and new artist pages.
Apple Battery Tech Could Bring 10,000 mAh Power To Android Flagships
Future Android phones could hit 10,000 mAh battery capacities by adopting the rigid steel casing technology originally developed for modern iPhones.
Gemini can call businesses and wait on hold for Pixel 11 users
Gemini can call businesses, navigate phone menus and wait on hold for eligible Pixel 11 users in a limited US public beta rollout this fall.
Google Photos adds a Redact tool to blur private details in images
Google Photos is adding a Redact pen that blurs sensitive details, plus new Markup controls, Moods filters and Remix templates in a global rollout.
Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy A18 images reveal design, 50MP camera and six OS upgrades
Samsung’s unreleased Galaxy A18 will feature a 50MP main camera, IP64 dust and splash resistance, and six generations of OS upgrades, according to marketing materials exclusively obtained by The Mac Observer. The images also reveal the phone’s design and three colour options ahead of its launch. The Samsung Galaxy A18, as shown in Samsung’s marketing…
Gurman Says iPhone Duo Will Push Android Makers to Invest More in Foldables
Mark Gurman expects the iPhone Duo to influence rival foldables long after Apple’s initial sales lead fades.
Apple's Trade-In Program Takes Old Android Phones and Ten-Year-Old Macs Too
Apple’s trade-in program is usually discussed as an iPhone-only conversation. It is not. The values recorded across Apple’s own trade-in categories cover Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, and, less widely known, phones Apple did not build at all: Android devices from Google, Samsung and OnePlus. Older MacBook models remain eligible for Apple's trade-in program well past…
Apple Takes a Pixel or Galaxy Toward an iPhone 18 Pro, and Publishes No Range for Either
Apple Trade In accepts Android phones toward an iPhone 18 Pro, and Apple publishes no credit range for any of them. The only range Apple states in its own words covers iPhones: customers trading in an iPhone 13 or later “can get $175 to $885 (U.S.) in credit instantly.” Nothing equivalent exists for a Pixel,…
WhatsApp Tests a New Scam Alert Feature For Beta Users
WhatsApp is testing a new Scam Alert feature for Android beta users. The on-device tool analyzes messages to protect users from unknown scam contacts.
Apple Finally Fixes Inline Text Replies to Android With iOS 27
iOS 27 lets iPhone users send inline threaded replies and proper emoji reactions to Android friends. Learn how the new RCS update works on your smartphone.
Sunbird Returns to the Google Play Store With Blue Text Bubbles
Sunbird has returned to the Google Play Store to offer blue text bubbles for Android users. Learn about its updated privacy claims and subscription fees.
Lumines Remastered Finally Brings Classic Puzzle Action to Mobile
Lumines Remastered is now available on iOS and Android. Experience the classic puzzle game with a free trial before unlocking the full version.
WhatsApp Is Testing A New Voice Message Widget For Your Home Screen
WhatsApp is testing a new home screen widget that lets users record and send voice messages without opening the app. Read about the upcoming beta feature.
WhatsApp Status Editing Feature is Coming Soon
WhatsApp is testing a new Android feature that lets users easily edit their status captions up to fifteen minutes after posting without deleting the update.
Apple Continues To See Steady Flow Of Android Switchers In 2026
New survey data shows 12 percent of US iPhone buyers in the March quarter switched from Android devices, highlighting a steady, predictable market trend.
Tech Giants Meet To Build A Universal 50W Wireless Charging Standard
Tech giants are working on a universal 50W Qi wireless charging standard for all phones. The new specification aims to bring faster charging to everyone.
Android 17 Adds 'Continue On' To Move Tasks Across Devices
Android 17 introduces a Continue On feature that lets you instantly move active tasks between your phone and tablet. Learn how this handy tool works.
Apple Increases US iPhone Sales While The Broader Market Shrinks
Apple grew its US iPhone sales in early 2026 despite an overall market decline, driven by strong device demand and delayed competitor launches.
Meta Releases Instants App For Quick And Casual Photo Sharing
Meta launched Instants, a new app for quick, disappearing photo sharing. It features unedited snaps and links directly with your close friends network.
Encrypted RCS Messaging Between iPhone and Android Is Now Live
End-to-end encryption for RCS messages between iOS and Android is officially live in beta. Discover how this update secures your everyday text conversation.
Google Denies Copying Apple's Liquid Glass Design For Android
Google denies rumors that the Android 17 update will copy the Liquid Glass interface from Apple after a brand new teaser video recently went viral online.
Instagram Tests New Instants App for Disappearing Photo Sharing
Instagram is testing Instants, a new standalone application for sharing disappearing, unedited photos that syncs directly with existing friend lists.
How to Download Apple Music for Windows 11
As Windows 11 users wait for an official Apple Music app, here are some alternative options that are worth giving a try.