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Galaxy S26 Ultra users facing new screen issues
Users have started to see dots and reddish patches along the edge of the display after screen calibration
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This Android app may be why you're always charging your phone
Struggling with excessive battery drain? An app you'll find on almost every Android phone could be the culprit
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Watch out for the Android Trojan that's bypassed Google Play Protect
A new type of Trojan is targeting Android users and stealing banking data. Here’s what you need to know and how to protect your phone
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Has the Pulse app appeared on your Android? Here's what it is
Google installed a new Android app on millions of phones. You can't opt out. You can't access its data. Here’s why
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When is the next Google Pixel Drop update coming out?
Curious to know when the next Pixel Drop might appear and what Google intends to include with the update? We've got you covered
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Google's new travel feature catches Pixel up to iPhone
Motion Assist anti-sickness feature now starting to appear on Google Pixel phones running Android 17
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PSA: Android apps may soon shut down if they use too much RAM
If you have memory-intensive apps on an Android phone, take note. Google is limiting RAM used by apps and may force close-them if they use too much
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I switched off these 5 Android settings and never looked back
What information are you sharing without realising? Check these Android settings to make sure your phone is locked down
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Pixel 11 is out – but existing models will get big upgrades
You may be tempted to buy a new Pixel 11 phone, but hold off until you see the new features coming to older models
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Android 17 customisation upgrades coming to Pixel phones
The latest Android 17 beta includes a major reimagining of the Quick Settings panel. And it looks set to debut on Pixel phones
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Google confirms dedicated Googlebook launch event
Instead of getting overshadowed at a huge tech show in Berlin, Google will unveil its Googlebook Android laptop strategy in New York City
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Yet more upgrades are coming to Pixel phones
Handy software features tipped for future Pixel Drop, upgrading older Pixel devices for nothing
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Beyond Pixel 11: Why a Googlebook launch event is likely
Google’s August event may have delivered the Pixel 11, but I don't think its huge new laptop category is going to get buried in Berlin
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Samsung’s July update is breaking Galaxy phones
Some Samsung Galaxy smartphones have been experiencing problems with the latest security patch, including battery drain and overheating
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Google's "fixed" Pixel 9 & 10 battery bug is still broken for some people
Google claims its July update has patched one of Pixel phones' longest-running issues. Plenty of users aren't so sure
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Galaxy S25 Ultra & S24 Ultra hit with triple whammy of update bugs
It's not just you: hordes of S25 Ultra and S24 Ultra owners are reporting significant issues after installing One UI 8.5's July update
How-To
Left behind? How to safely install Android 17 on unsupported phones
Is your smartphone no longer receiving updates? Custom ROMs bring the latest versions of Android to older devices and the switch is easier than ever
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Samsung users beware: Making this mistake will lose all your data
Samsung has introduced a change to the way its smartphones are unlocked, ensuring that users must take greater care with their PIN. Otherwise, they risk losing all their data.
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Will your OnePlus phone get the ColorOS 17 upgrade?
Though OnePlus won't sell more devices in Western markets, existing users will be moved to ColorOS and this is the likely list of eligible phones and tablets
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