Robert Triggs / Android Authority The day has finally come — Apple is working on a foldable iPhone. Well, we’re not close to seeing the fruits of that labor, which might be two or more years away, but at least we know it’s coming. In fact, a recent report suggests that the Cupertino-based company has … Read more
TL;DR A website has posted a variety of Pixel 9 Pro Fold renders, showing the device in Porcelain and Obsidian colors. The images also show off the two screens and the overall design. Google will launch the Pixel 9 Pro Fold on August 13. We’ve seen loads of leaked Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold images … Read more
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Xiaomi has explained why it only offers separate panels for notifications and quick settings. The company claimed 90% of users chose separate panels when it allowed users to choose between the two styles. Samsung is expected to adopt separate panels in the upcoming One UI 7 update. Samsung is … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR WhatsApp now has 100 million US users, accounting for over a quarter of mobile subscribers. While iOS’ upcoming adoption of RCS may slow WhatsApp’s growth, the app will likely remain relevant for certain US users. The shortcomings of RCS on iOS include the lack of end-to-end encryption and incompatibility … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Several viewers have spotted another sexually suggestive ad on YouTube, highlighting the platform’s never-ending porn-ad problem. This is the fourth time such ads have been spotted on the platform, and the second time this month. Google has shared a statement on this matter. Update, July 26, 2024 (04:29 AM … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Some YouTube viewers with ad-blocking extensions are now seeing black screens for a few seconds before a video plays. These black screens could be ads that haven’t been completely blocked by browser extensions. This news comes after reports that YouTube was working on new ad-injection technology. YouTube has been … Read more
Adam Birney / Android Authority Smartphones are lasting longer, and users hold onto them for many more years, too. We’ve seen the best smartphone makers acknowledge this, strengthening their focus on long-term software updates. However, that promise also needs long-term hardware support, especially for consumable items like batteries. Modern phone batteries are undoubtedly far more … Read more
Damien Wilde / Android Authority TL;DR Apparent Samsung One UI 7 screenshots have leaked online, showing more rounded visual elements throughout the software. The images also seem to show separate quick settings and notification panels, along with the ability to transfer video calls to a different device. The Samsung One UI 7 beta program is … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has confirmed to Android Authority that it’s switching to Google Messages as the default messaging app on phones. The company said it was making this move to “accelerate the adoption” of RCS and to deliver a “more robust and engaging” messaging experience. The Galaxy maker added that this … Read more
Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR Xiaomi’s new Mix Flip won’t be stuck in China, with sales confirmed for at least 5 European markets. Bulgaria is set to get the Mix Flip beginning on August 15, in “limited quantities.” It’s still unclear which hardware configuration Xiaomi intends to make available internationally. Last week, Xiaomi joined … Read more