Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A reported Google Family Link bug is blocking outgoing calls on supervised devices, while incoming calls and messages still work normally. Some users have found temporary workarounds, such as toggling supervision on and off, but these fixes are inconsistent and not available for accounts under 13. The issue has … Read More “Family Link bug is blocking outgoing calls — these fixes might help” »
TL;DR New details regarding the Pixel 11 Pro Fold have leaked. The leak suggests that the Fold will have a new main camera with the codename “chemosh.” The foldable could get a battery with a minimum capacity of 4,658mAh, which would be a downgrade. Back in March, we were treated to CAD renders of the … Read More “Pixel 11 Pro Fold leak hints at a concerning downgrade” »
TL;DR A new leak suggests the base Pixel 11 could receive a significant hardware boost with a new 50MP primary sensor. Leaked specs for Pixel 11 “cubs” include a 2,450-nit OLED screen and a 4,840 mAh battery. The flagship may launch in four colors with 12GB of RAM, though an 8GB version remains possible. The … Read More “Pixel 11 leak reveals a big camera upgrade is finally coming” »
Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority TL;DR A leaker has claimed that Samsung is testing a 200MP main camera with a variable-aperture lens. This would enable more granular control over depth-of-field effects and light capture. A variable-aperture 200MP main camera could also excel at macro photography. Samsung debuted a 200MP main camera on its smartphones back … Read More “The Galaxy S27 Ultra’s 200MP main camera might not be boring after all” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Roku and TCL are being sued after firmware updates allegedly bricked TVs. The class action suit claims both companies pushed updates without proper quality checks. Affected models include Roku Select and Plus Series, plus TCL 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-Series TVs. A routine software update should improve your tech, … Read More “Smart TV update gone wrong sparks lawsuit against Roku and TCL” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Gemini is getting a major UI redesign, with animated backgrounds, a cleaner layout, and a more dynamic, responsive feel. The update also reorganizes core features into a single menu, making tools like images, camera, and deep research easier to access. The redesign has been spotted on iOS first, … Read More “Gemini’s new UI is out now, but Android users are left waiting” »
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR A Pixel 7 Pro owner narrated their harrowing experience while trying to get a battery replaced. After three frustrating trips, the owner was asked to pay $250 for a $68 repair, citing unrelated display issues. Had the owner chosen to repair it themselves, it would have cost them … Read More “This Pixel 7 Pro’s $68 battery replacement turned into a $250 nightmare” »
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR New leak shows off Xiaomi’s Smart Band 10 Pro in black and white colors. The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro could feature a 1.74-inch rectangular AMOLED display, an aluminum casing, Bluetooth 5.4, 50m waterproofing, 21-day battery life, and optional NFC support. While global leaks show black and white colors, … Read More “New leak reveals a promising, low-cost Fitbit alternative” »
Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR The ARMSX2 emulator has just received a hefty update that brings better support for devices with Mali GPUs. This is great news if you’ve got an older Pixel phone, a MediaTek-powered device, or a budget Samsung handset. The update also brings features like disc swapping, new internal resolution options, … Read More “ARMSX2 brings a big boost for PS2 emulation on many Samsungs and Pixels” »
TL;DR Samsung is now rumored to release a stable version of One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 later this week. It was earlier expected to release the update at the end of April, but that did not happen. The fresh rumors are based on release timelines supposedly shared by a carrier. Samsung’s One UI … Read More “When will Galaxy S25 get One UI 8.5? Tipster calls a new date after Samsung missed the last one” »
