Nothing's latest OS update adds easy access to ChatGPT
Move over, Google and Samsung — Nothing has hopped on the AI bandwagon
Nothing is the latest Android OEM to integrate AI functionality into its software. The company has announced that Nothing OS 2.5.5, rolling out beginning today, will come with a number of new features intended to make ChatGPT easier to access on Nothing hardware, including new home screen widgets, integration with the system clipboard, and more.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: News, leaks, rumored price, and release window
Not interested in the latest mainstream smartphone? Sony's next flagship might be for you
When you think of the brands behind Android, Google and Samsung probably spring to mind first. If you're particularly tuned in, you might think of Motorola's selection of budget phones, or whatever the OnePlus flagship killer is. If you're an enthusiast, though — or, even more specifically, a camera enthusiast — you've got one company on the brain: Sony.
8 best podcast apps on Android in 2024
Our selection to listen to the news, captivating stories, or to learn something new
Listening to podcasts is a fun way of entertaining yourself on long commutes. It's easy to get lost in documentaries when you use one of the best noise-canceling earbuds. Google recently shuttered its Podcasts app, but there are others to choose from. If you're unsure which podcast app to pick, our list helps you decide which one works for you. You'll find apps based on price, ease of discovery, and playback features. They work on Android and iOS, so compatibility won't be a problem.
Sony's PlayStation Store refund policy can help you get your money back if you accidentally purchased something or aren't satisfied with a product. Different digital products have different refund policies, so familiarize yourself with these before you use the PlayStation Store. This guide explains the PlayStation Store's refund policy and rules and how to request a refund. Whether you enjoy games on your console or stream them via the Android PlayStation app to an Android gaming tablet, we help you avoid a library of unwanted games.
How to find your Amazon order history
No need to search through your emails since your Amazon purchase history is only a few clicks away
Amazon sells almost anything and accounts for nearly 40% of all e-commerce sales, so you may have a handful of their items. You get a receipt for every purchase, but revisiting your Amazon order history is handy when you want to buy something again, return an item, or see how much you spent on Amazon. Review your past purchases on your smartphone, PC, or Chromebook in a few clicks. You can't download your purchase history report for commercial purposes or to get a broader view. However, this guide simplifies viewing your order history.
Google Wallet adds 32 new US banks to its support list
More banks are cards are coming to Google Wallet in the US
As Charles Darwin's theory of evolution suggests, those who adapt to change have a higher chance of survival. This theory is mirrored in our current technological era. Our smartphones, once limited to calls and texts, are now poised to replace our physical banking cards. Imagine, in just 50 years, you might be regaling your grandchildren with tales of physical cards for payment, a concept they can't even fathom.
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All Android phones running Android 5.0 Lollipop or higher have the Google app and Google Assistant preinstalled. That should be enough for your digital assistant needs, especially considering that the Big G's solution is one of the best. However, budget and high-end Samsung Galaxy phones come with Bixby — bundled with One UI — on top of Google's defaults.
It looks like Google is testing a peculiar redesign of its Phone app. PiunikaWeb is reporting that code in the Phone app suggests Google is thinking about removing the tabbed navigation we're used to in favor of a decidedly dated alternative: a side navigation drawer, often colloquially referred to as a hamburger menu.
Meta’s upgraded AI comes to WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook
Meta AI gets more powerful with real-time image generation and more
Google and OpenAI are not the only companies dabbling in the AI chatbot space. Meta also launched its AI chatbot — aptly named Meta AI — in September 2023. Since then, the company has slowly but steadily improved the LLMs powering its chatbot. More recently, Meta AI rolled out to some WhatsApp users as an experimental feature. In a major Meta AI expansion, Mark Zuckerberg announced the chatbot's integration into WhatsApp, Messenger, Facebook, and Instagram. It's switching to the Llama 3 AI model as well, which is faster and smarter than ever.
Adobe is arguably the most popular content creation suite, known for our favorite photo editing apps on Android and a whole suite of video creation tools. Adobe Express is one of the apps in the company’s portfolio designed to make content creation swift and intuitive, irrespective of the desired output format. Adobe recently supercharged the app and Express web UI with Firefly generative AI tools.
YouTube's newest AI can help you cut through the clickbait
Ask questions about videos, get direct answers without the wait
To say that AI has taken precedence at Google would be an understatement. Aside from the effort being poured into Gemini, the company’s AI darling, it is continuing to find new ways to integrate the technology into existing products and services — even to the point of restructuring its Android and hardware divisions. One of these products is YouTube, which is now testing a new experimental AI feature that gives you quick answers about the video you're watching. Assuming users provide ample feedback, Google could be poised to make significant improvements to the YouTube viewing experience.
Samsung Galaxy Ring: News, leaks, and release window
Everything we know about Samsung's upcoming smart ring
Samsung tipped us off that it's working on a new wearable, the Samsung Galaxy Ring, at Unpacked back in January. In the weeks that followed, we picked up on some enticing rumors, and, eventually, some official info straight from the horse's mouth. Here's everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy Ring, plus what we hope to see.
Samsung’s latest software snafu is sinking customer trust
A display issue is impacting several Samsung Galaxy phones after a recent update
While some software updates are heavily anticipated, others fly under the radar when they are rolled out to address matters such as security or lingering bugs. That being said, updates are critical to keep devices functioning optimally long after release. Recently, Samsung released a software update to do just that — but device owners are finding that it’s causing an alarming issue.
Best Samsung Galaxy A35 deals: Save $300 with a new line or get a $40 gift card
These are the hottest promotions from retailers and wireless carriers
Samsung is best known for its flagship devices like the Galaxy S24 series or Z Fold 5, but it also offers plenty of great devices in the mid and budget range as well. Despite its global announcement back in March 2024, it was unclear whether Samsung would be bringing its latest mid-range Galaxy A35 to the US. Well, it looks like we now have our answer, as the brand has formally announced the release of the Galaxy A35, which is great news for anyone who is looking to buy a new and affordable smartphone in 2024 that offers lots of bells and whistles.
Best cheap Android tablets in 2024
Versatile, affordable Android tablets great for entertainment, work, and communication
It's safe to say the Android tablet experience has never been better, with manufacturers like Samsung leading the way with high-end slates. Plus, there's an ever-increasing developer focus on optimizing apps for tablets' hardware and form factors. In fact, until recent years, finding a truly satisfying non-smartphone Android device — without breaking the bank — proved downright difficult. Thankfully, we're now seeing an arms race of midrange tablets great at introducing new users to the Android tablet space.
Best Google Pixel 7a cases in 2024
Whether you want a slim, colorful, thick, or MagSafe-compatible case, one of these will protect your new Pixel 7a
The Pixel 7a shows Google has come a long way from the first Pixel A-series smartphone, the Pixel 3a, released back in 2019. Sharing the same design as the Pixel 7, albeit a tad smaller, the Pixel 7a is one of the best budget Android phones you can get your hands on, at least before the Pixel 8a arrives later this year. Like its predecessor, the Pixel 7a has a glass front, aluminum frame, and a plastic back. It also comes in four colors, including an attractive coral hue.
Acer updates its reliable Chromebook 514 line with a beefy new processor
Fresh Chromebook Plus dropping in two weeks!
When it comes to Chromebooks, there aren't as many options out there as there are for Windows laptops. Thankfully, for those of us who find value in the Chromebook ecosystem, the OEMs making the machines we love are pretty reliable about putting out suitable hardware at affordable prices, and there are lots of good choices. Even with the plethora of awesome Chromebooks out there, there's always cause for celebration when we hear a new high-end model is coming out, and that's just what Acer is giving us.
The Sony Xperia 1 VI could arrive sooner than you think
An Xperia Special Event is going down next month
Sony may not be at the forefront of Android OEMs, but that doesn't stop it from making exciting phones that hit unque niches other manufacturers ignore. This is why the Xperia line stands out, so we've been hotly anticipating the arrival of the Xperia 1 VI. Well, Sony just announced on its Japanese website that it will hold a Xperia Special Event this May. While the site is scarce on details, it does mention a product experience (as in it will launch some new hardware) so there's a good chance Sony will debut the Xperia 1 VI.
Nothing’s newest earbuds pack some meaningful upgrades
The Nothing Ear is the company’s latest flagship earphones
Nothing made a name for itself with its wireless earbuds, the Nothing ear (1), in 2021 before jumping onto the smartphone bandwagon. In 2023 year, it launched the Nothing Ear 2, packing some much-needed improvements and audio upgrades for $149. For 2024, the company is launching not one but two earbuds: the Nothing Ear, its new flagship earphones, and the Ear (a).
You'd think developers designed mobile games to be played on the go, yet many of the best Android games don't support offline play. Unfortunately, the Play Store doesn't reveal which games require an online connection, so choosing titles to play during your commute or when away from a Wi-Fi source can become fairly challenging. To help alleviate the pressure, AP rounded up some of the most intriguing offline Android games, from classic RPGs like Final Fantasy VI to long-lasting city-building games like Pocket City 2, all to ensure everyone's tastes are covered.