Samsung Galaxy S23 and Fold 5's One UI 6.1 update with Galaxy AI goes live
One UI 6.1 is rolling out for Samsung’s 2023 flagship phones
Samsung has been teasing the release of One UI 6.1 for its 2023 flagships for a while now. The skin launched with the Galaxy S24 series in late January, marking the debut of Galaxy AI, packing useful features like real-time phone call translation, generative photo editing, and more. Earlier this week, Samsung confirmed the Galaxy S23, Fold 5, Flip 5, and the Tab S9 series will get One UI 6.1 starting March 28th. Right on schedule, the firmware has gone live for the Galaxy S23 and Fold 5 in Europe, the US, and other parts of the world.
Samsung Galaxy S25: News, leaks, rumored price, and release window
The Galaxy S25 trio is coming early next year — here's what we know
Gadgets don't stay new forever. Sure, that shiny Galaxy S24 Ultra you're reading this on right now feels like the hottest smartphone around, but in less than a year, it'll be replaced by something newer, faster, and — presumably — better. If you're holding off for Samsung's next round of non-foldable flagships, the Galaxy S25 already has plenty of rumors floating around. Whether you're after the smallest of the bunch or an experience worthy of the "Ultra" branding, here's everything we know about the Galaxy S25 series.
5 Android phones that perfectly fill the gap left by the Galaxy A55
These mid-range Android phones are just as good
In a surprising move, Samsung has decided not to launch the Galaxy A55, its most powerful mid-ranger of the year, in the US, at least for now. While the Korean giant's mid-range phones were never known for their performance or value for money, they were still the default choice for many because of their wide availability and good software support. With the Galaxy A55 not coming to the US, here are five Android phones that perfectly fill the gap left by it and are worthy of your money.
Best Pixel 7a deals: Top discounts from retailers and wireless carriers
Don't miss out on these fantastic deals to save big
Google's Pixel 7a is one of the best budget Android phones you can buy in 2024. It offers the perfect combination with plenty of style, features, and most importantly, comes in at just the right price at $499. Of course, even at retail, it's affordable, but it never hurts to check around to see whether there are any good deals available that can lower the price further.
No self-respecting tech company would be caught dead without a dark mode in its app in 2024 — after all, Google added system-wide support for dark mode in Android 10, and Apple did the same with iOS 13, both of which were released back in 2019. The Wyze app, meant for controlling smart doorbells, security cameras, and other goodies, was a little late to the party, but did add burgeoning dark mode support back in January. Now, it's going one step further.
What is a neural network?
Learn about a computational model inspired by the interconnected structure of brain cells
A neural network is a computational machine-learning model that follows the structure of the human brain. It consists of networks of interconnected nodes or neurons to process and learn from data, run complex tasks, and arrive at conclusions. It mimics how biological neurons work in a human brain and develops an adaptive system that continuously improves based on past mistakes.
Smartphones and Windows PCs have come a long way, but the interconnectivity between them isn't as good as it should be. Intel Unison bridges this gap. It unites your phone with your Windows PC so that your PC can take on some functions and content from your phone.
How to use vertical orientation in Google Slides
Make your Google Slides presentation mobile-friendly
While your presentation shows up thoroughly on a laptop, TV, monitor, or projector, the default landscape orientation doesn't play well on smartphones. If you plan to give a quick presentation on a smartphone or want to add a touch of novelty to stand out, use the steps below to use vertical orientation in Google Slides.
If you recently got one of the best AT&T phones but need to swap numbers or are an existing customer looking for a change, AT&T makes getting a new phone number reasonably simple, especially compared to other service providers. This includes porting an existing number to your AT&T account as well, whether it's currently held by another carrier or is associated with another AT&T account. Here's how to get started.
8 simple Citymapper tips to get you out of traffic and on your way
Discover everything you can do in the Citymapper app
Citymapper is a powerful navigation app comparable to the best navigation apps for Android. It's only available in select cities, but it offers an astonishing amount of detail for navigating these cities, including up-to-date transport information, ride-share costs, maps, and more. It's easy to open the app, create a route, and use the app's most powerful features. We rounded up the best tips and tricks for using the Citymapper app. These help you navigate cities safely, quickly, and reliably. Citymapper is available on Android, iOS, and smartwatches, so grab one of our favorite budget smartwatches to navigate from your wrist.
Pixel 8 gets aggressive price drop that knocks $229 off
This is now the lowest price we've seen for one of our favorite phones
The Google Pixel 8 is one of the best smartphones you can buy in 2024. The device has everything you'd want in a phone, with its powerful processor, impressive display, excellent software and fantastic cameras. While it normally retails for $699, it can now be had for far less, with a massive discount of $229 that brings the price down to just $469.99. If that price point sounds good, be sure to grab it quickly, because this deal won't last.
Google Slides helps you make impressive presentations with its diverse template library, collaboration options, and seamless integration with Google apps. You can use it on your Android phone, iPhone, desktop PC, laptop, or affordable Chromebook. Your audience might lose interest if your slides appear uninspired. Break the monotony by including an occasional GIF or sticker. This tutorial shows you how to add GIFs and stickers to Google Slides.
Google Keep is testing a new feature you may have already seen in Calendar
A new floating action button may debut soon in the note-taking app
While app navigation is something you might not think about regularly, it’s often on the minds of developers who want to provide a seamless experience. Without being able to easily navigate your way around an app, you may decide to leave it for an alternative. For this reason, Google pays attention to these nuances, as seen in its recent work on the Keep app — a navigation bar recently appeared in beta, altering the user experience. Now, it seems that the company has changed its mind.
Google Pixel 9: News, leaks, rumored price, and release window
The Pixel 9 series is Google's biggest mobile shakeup since Tensor — here's what we're expecting
With the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro having established themselves as some of the best Android phones you can buy today, it's time to look forward to what's on the horizon. You could pick up last year's Google flagships — they're pretty good, especially on sale — but imagining what's around the corner is more fun. The Pixel 9 series will be here before you know it, and unsurprisingly, we already know a lot about this year's lineup. This year, that's extra exciting, as we're looking at three different phones coming to a carrier near you this fall. Here's everything we know about the Pixel 9 series.
When we tested the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5's battery life, we found it could last all day, but heavy use can force you to top up the phone during the day. The Galaxy Z Flip 5's charging speed is only 25W, so this isn't always a viable option. Carrying a portable power bank is one solution. You can also improve the Galaxy Z Flip 5's battery life by adjusting its settings and changing your habits.
Don’t trust Google Assistant to turn off alarms for you on a Pixel phone
Ironic as it sounds, the issue is affecting several Pixel users
Google Assistant feels like a superpower on Android, giving you effortless voice control for connected smart devices, music playback, calling, messaging, and several other device functions, including alarms. Unfortunately, a recent discovery reveals several people using Pixel phones should avoid controlling alarms with their voice assistant, or risk losing them all.
From IP ratings to military spec: What do all these phone ruggedness ratings mean?
Just how tough is your phone?
Your phone is an integral part of your daily life, helping with communication, directions, purchases, and more, so you need it to be durable and reliable. That's why the best Android phones feature IP ratings, and some have MIL-STD-810 ratings. A phone with good durability ratings can be the difference between a harmless accident and losing your phone and a large amount of data.
A Google Photos shortcut is making it easier for Android users to share images
An easy-access button lets you manually share pictures with your favorite person in one tap
Google Photos is a valuable tool that can help you keep all of your images organized and accessible in the cloud. However, it might require more than one tap to share these images with people on your phone. As recently as 2023, Google was seen testing features that could simplify the sharing process for app users. Now, it seems that at least one of them is being rolled out for Android device owners.
A tablet can be a valuable addition to any parent's arsenal, but you can't just hand a toddler unfettered access to the World Wide Web. Instead, you can choose from a handful of slate PCs that keep children in mind, with thoughtfully curated kids' content services, carefully designed restrictions, and thorough parental controls.
Samsung Bixby: What it is and how to use it
Samsung's digital voice assistant is impressive, with deep system settings and third-party app integration
Bixby is Samsung's version of Google Assistant and Apple Siri voice assistants. It's available on most Samsung devices, including TVs, refrigerators, phones, and tablets. Don't confuse it with Galaxy AI, Samsung's generative AI technology found in the latest Samsung devices, such as the Galaxy S24 Ultra.