Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s been working on a colorful new design for the interface you see when accessing your passes. Compared to our first look at this refresh, Google has now added even more color, as well as sorted out some irregular screen elements. We’re also seeing this new look in preparation … Read More “Google Wallet’s colorful new passes UI looks nearly ready” »
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Netflix is reportedly testing a new AI-powered voice search feature in the US. Users can use natural language queries to find relevant shows and movies on the platform. The feature is currently only available to a small set of users. If you’ve had just about enough of using … Read More “Netflix is testing a new AI-powered voice search in the US” »
TL;DR BOOX has launched Tappy, a Bluetooth remote for turning pages and more. The accessory works across reading, browsing, and listening modes on both BOOX tablets and smartphones. Tappy is available now for $25.99 on Amazon or directly through BOOX. BOOX launched a new accessory for streamlining interactions without touching your device. Called Tappy, the … Read More “BOOX just added the one accessory Kindle users keep begging for” »
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a built-in camera shortcut for the Android Photo picker, as spotted in the latest Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2. The addition could reduce UI fragmentation by eliminating the need for app developers to build separate camera entry points if they are already using the Photo … Read More “Android’s Photo picker may finally fix its biggest missing feature” »
TL;DR Sony has confirmed the Xperia 1 VIII will be announced on May 12 at 10:00 PM ET. The phone is expected to feature a major camera island redesign. It is also expected to be more expensive than its predecessor. Days after the Xperia 1 VIII was accidentally listed on Amazon, Sony has confirmed that … Read More “Sony confirms Xperia 1 VIII launch date, hints at new camera bump” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google is expanding Gmail’s upgraded AI writing tools to more Workspace and Google One AI Premium users. The updated “Help me write” tool now adapts to your personal writing style based on past sent emails. Eligible Workspace Business, Enterprise, Education, Frontline, and Google One AI Premium users are included … Read More “Google opens its smartest Gmail writing feature to basically everyone” »
Oliver Cragg / Android Authority TL;DR Nintendo is increasing the price of the Switch 2 across multiple regions, with the US price rising from $449.99 to $499.99 starting September 1, 2026. The price hike is also affecting Canada, Europe, and Japan, where even older Nintendo Switch models are becoming more expensive. Nintendo apologized to customers … Read More “Nintendo Switch 2 now costs as much as the PS5 did at launch” »
TL;DR YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has taken a knife to the orange OPPO Find X9 Ultra, revealing that it has a plastic back. Plastic is more durable and lighter than glass, but glass is typically viewed as a more premium material for smartphones. Otherwise, the Find X9 Ultra passed the channel’s bend test with flying colors. … Read More “JerryRigEverything teardown reveals this ~$2,000 Ultra phone has a plastic back” »
Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR ChatGPT is getting a new “Trusted Contact” feature. It allows adults to add a trusted contact that ChatGPT can alert for support in moments of crisis. OpenAI is also using human reviewers to determine whether a conversation hints at safety concerns. ChatGPT is one of the most popular AI … Read More “ChatGPT can now alert your ‘Trusted Contact’ in critical moments” »
TL;DR Google has announced that it’s dropping a ton of Fitbit features as part of the switch to Google Health. The Google Health app won’t offer badges, a variety of social options, sleep profiles, sleep animals, and more. The new app also drops several key features for diabetics and others who want to track their … Read More “Google is killing all these Fitbit features as part of Google Health transition” »
