Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR A Reddit user gained early access to a “Gemini Omni” model within the Gemini app, described as Google’s new AI video generation tool. Early tests show impressive logical reasoning in a math-themed video, though a more complex dinner scene revealed common AI glitches, such as objects appearing out of … Read More “Early look: Gemini Omni generates realistic AI video in new leak” »
TL;DR Walmart may be preparing an even cheaper Google TV streaming stick after recently launching its new Onn 4K Streaming Stick. A newly spotted “Onn Full HD Streaming Device” passed through the FCC and appears nearly identical to Walmart’s 2023 $14 HD stick. The biggest changes seem to be a new manufacturing partner and production … Read More “Walmart’s next Google TV stick could be even more affordable than the new 4K model” »
Brady Snyder / Android Authority TL;DR Google Home is rolling out new Gemini for Home early access updates and Google Home app 4.16 improvements. Gemini can now connect saved household details, like a nanny’s name, to camera-history questions, with timers and alarms also getting speed improvements. Smart displays are getting thumbs-up/down feedback buttons for voice … Read More “Google Home is getting better with context and easier to complain about” »
Andy Walker / Android Authority Swipe to add to queue. TL;DR Spotify has confirmed that it’s probing a bug that causes Chromecast and Nest speakers to disappear from Spotify Connect on Android. The issue is specific to Spotify, as Tidal, YouTube Music, Plex, and other apps still detect Cast devices normally. If you’ve tried sending … Read More “Spotify’s Google Cast bug is breaking casting for Android users” »
TL;DR The Xperia 1 VIII has leaked in a new render. The render showcases the phone in three colorways: Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, and Garnet Red. It’s turning out to be a busy day for Sony leaks. Earlier today, leaked renders provided a new look at the company’s super premium headphones, known as the “1000X … Read More “Sony Xperia 1 VIII launches soon, but you can already check out its colorways” »
TL;DR High-quality renders of Sony’s super premium “The ColleXion” headphones have leaked. The renders show off the headset in both white and black. At this point, it’s not much of a secret that Sony plans on releasing a super premium pair of headphones to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the WH-1000XM. In fact, the new … Read More “Need another peek at Sony’s super premium headphones? This leak has you covered” »
TL;DR Samsung has reportedly raised May production plans for the Galaxy S26 and S26 Ultra. The report suggests S26 demand is still holding steady around two months after launch. Galaxy A17 production is also reportedly increasing, while Samsung is trimming plans for the A57 and A37. As nonplussed as some may have been about this … Read More “Samsung’s phone plans may be shifting at both ends of the lineup” »
Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto users are experiencing a UI bug when using Audible. It’s reported that playback works fine, but the side panel UI gets stuck in a loop. The problem appears to be connected to the Android Auto beta program. Google recently opened the beta program for Android Auto, giving … Read More “Android Auto users report Audible UI looping bug” »
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR End-to-end encryption for RCS messaging is rolling out in beta to iPhone users running iOS 26.5. iPhone owners will need to be on a supported carrier’s network to have access to the feature. Android owners will need to have the latest version of Google Messages installed. Android users have … Read More “Android and iPhone owners can finally text each other securely” »
Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is making it easier to sign up for its T-Sat service for those who don’t use T-Mobile as their standard mobile phone provider. You can now sign up fully online without needing to go in-store or talk to a customer rep at all. The pricing remains quite low … Read More “T-Mobile is making it easier for non-customers to sign up for T-Sat” »
