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Contributor at Android Authority; finds new features in Google apps; covers Android features and app changes.

Perplexity Switches Wake Word to “Hey Perplexity” On Galaxy S26
SocialApr 7, 2026

Perplexity Switches Wake Word to “Hey Perplexity” On Galaxy S26

Perplexity is changing its wake word from 'Hey Plex' to 'Hey Perplexity' for Samsung Galaxy S26 Changes in the Perplexity Android app appear to confirm work on the new wake word. ✅ Details - https://t.co/eVFc2SQVvx https://t.co/OxmPQs3yyf

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Google Trials Material You Wallpaper Theming for Gemini
SocialApr 7, 2026

Google Trials Material You Wallpaper Theming for Gemini

Google is testing a visual update for Gemini on Android that introduces wallpaper-based theming (Material You) ✅ More details & screenshots - https://t.co/lFiFikb6Cv https://t.co/czOONK4REQ

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Google Play Drops Device Model Filter From Review Search
SocialApr 6, 2026

Google Play Drops Device Model Filter From Review Search

Google Play Store has removed the “This device model” filter from app reviews in the latest version You can now search reviews more easily, but you can't filter by your device model anymore. ✅ Details - https://t.co/uTTepcVK0t https://t.co/Odio8tXyjb

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Google Tests AI Enhance in Photos, Trims Options
SocialApr 6, 2026

Google Tests AI Enhance in Photos, Trims Options

Google Is Testing "AI Enhance I" and "II" in Photos—Here’s What’s Changing The new feature would limit the number of output options, so you don’t get exhausted by too many. ✅ More details & screenshots- https://t.co/e3j6IzSXB0 https://t.co/jT0TCfOSpu

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Samsung One UI 9 May Add MTE Toggle
SocialApr 6, 2026

Samsung One UI 9 May Add MTE Toggle

Samsung One UI 9 could introduce a Memory Tagging Extension (MTE) toggle directly in the Auto Blocker app Currently Pixel 8+ series allow you to enable MTE with advanced protection mode or through developer options ✅ Details - https://t.co/JQvyuOuoyz https://t.co/z98eEoLPOq

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Google Play Store Adds Searchable App Reviews
SocialApr 6, 2026

Google Play Store Adds Searchable App Reviews

🔍 Google Play Store now lets you search through app reviews for real answers Fixing the Play Store's needle-in-haystack problem with app reviews. ✅ More details - https://t.co/PoSZ2lvkuB https://t.co/WwBEtNbI8q

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Galaxy Weather Gets Sleek UI Overhaul, Compact Moon Tracker
SocialApr 3, 2026

Galaxy Weather Gets Sleek UI Overhaul, Compact Moon Tracker

Your Galaxy's Weather app just got a facelift Version 1.7.30.8 tweaks the UI across several cards, including a more compact moon phase tracker. ✅ Details/Screenshots - https://t.co/baoMYWOMcx https://t.co/69bX7zuPui

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ChatGPT App Adds File Picker for Easier Uploads
SocialApr 2, 2026

ChatGPT App Adds File Picker for Easier Uploads

ChatGPT app may make it easier to find all those files you uploaded during your chats ChatGPT could get a new file picker, share sheet, and more. ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/w2qDLhRfXk https://t.co/yjUo5HSxPw

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Pixel Theme Pack Adds Harry Potter and Japanese Art
SocialApr 2, 2026

Pixel Theme Pack Adds Harry Potter and Japanese Art

🎨 Google Pixel's next theme pack update will bring Harry Potter based themes Google’s also prepping some artistic theme options from HERALBONY in Japan ✅ Details - https://t.co/K9Sp5GWEnc https://t.co/z5prZ0sG3u

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Android 17 Adds Granular Notification Rules, Outpacing iOS
SocialApr 2, 2026

Android 17 Adds Granular Notification Rules, Outpacing iOS

🔔 Android could extend its lead on notification management over iOS with Notification Rules New code in Android 17 Beta 3 reveals granular controls for silencing or highlighting alerts from specific apps and people ✅ Details - https://t.co/7Y2CwLPofv https://t.co/Lubu5NjWfR

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Samsung Teases New SM‑U600 Galaxy Buds Model
SocialApr 2, 2026

Samsung Teases New SM‑U600 Galaxy Buds Model

Samsung may have a mysterious new pair of Galaxy Buds on the way With model name - SM-U600 ✅ Details - https://t.co/sZIUlWbBKw https://t.co/ZOIDLmkdXV

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One UI 8.5 Update Removes Custom Fonts on Samsung Devices
SocialMar 31, 2026

One UI 8.5 Update Removes Custom Fonts on Samsung Devices

Samsung Galaxy users lose custom fonts as One UI 8.5 and March update roll out ✅ Details - https://t.co/xr6FBplzkd https://t.co/gZ6Txzwbos

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Google Wallet Pass UI Might Get Vibrant Redesign
SocialMar 30, 2026

Google Wallet Pass UI Might Get Vibrant Redesign

Google Wallet's pass UI may soon get a fresh, colorful coat of paint Google is toying with the idea of a more colorful interface for passes ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/jChZx4fQ6o https://t.co/ArjNUOg4oI

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Pixel's Transit Mode and Commute Alerts Launch Widely
SocialMar 30, 2026

Pixel's Transit Mode and Commute Alerts Launch Widely

📍🚆 One of March's best Pixel features - Transit mode and commute notifications are finally rolling out widely ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/xSgUle3ncM https://t.co/gqWvOHqfCZ

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Android Auto Learns to Stop Unwanted Autoplay Music
SocialMar 30, 2026

Android Auto Learns to Stop Unwanted Autoplay Music

Android Auto might soon get smarter about disabling autoplaying music Android Auto can soon detect when you've grown tired of autoplaying music and issue an appropriate prompt. ✅ Details & Screenshots - https://t.co/xJVk5FHECO https://t.co/zkrgAcDVV5

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Gboard to Support Bluetooth Earbud Mic for Dictation
SocialMar 30, 2026

Gboard to Support Bluetooth Earbud Mic for Dictation

Gboard may soon let you use your Bluetooth earbuds' mic for voice typing, making dictation much more convenient ✅ Details - https://t.co/Fzq4Ejd7wA

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Android May Soon Get AirDrop‑style Tap‑to‑share Feature
SocialMar 30, 2026

Android May Soon Get AirDrop‑style Tap‑to‑share Feature

📲 Exclusive: Android could soon get its own AirDrop-style 'tap to share' feature We've tracked the feature across Samsung's One UI 9, Google Play Services, and Android 17 system-level code. ✅ Details - https://t.co/7MmeVwMihm https://t.co/GOia3jEUkZ

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Instagram Plus Adds Rewatch Insights, Viewer Search, New Story Tools
SocialMar 29, 2026

Instagram Plus Adds Rewatch Insights, Viewer Search, New Story Tools

Instagram Plus rolling out with rewatch insights, viewer search, and more Story tools ✅ Details - https://t.co/zrgS5z9816 https://t.co/FHfxnP5677

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Google Adds Auto‑populate Home Screens to Pixel
SocialMar 27, 2026

Google Adds Auto‑populate Home Screens to Pixel

First look: Google's working to make managing Pixel home screens easier The feature would let users create home screens that automatically populate with apps of a specified type, as well as rearrange and delete individual home screens ✅ Details and more screenshots...

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One UI 9 Adds Raise‑to‑Talk and Bixby File Sharing
SocialMar 27, 2026

One UI 9 Adds Raise‑to‑Talk and Bixby File Sharing

Samsung’s One UI 9 Leak Reveals 'Raise to Talk' Gesture and File Attachments for Bixby on Galaxy Devices No need to use hotword or buttons. ✅ Details - https://t.co/m9ZRQSzULw

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Netflix Plans Real-Time Voice Chat for Its Games
SocialMar 27, 2026

Netflix Plans Real-Time Voice Chat for Its Games

Netflix could be working on a Voice Chat feature for Games App code reveals a new real-time voice chat integration that could make the streaming giant's games more social ✅ Details - https://t.co/T0iLzupaaD https://t.co/aUX1ZrluLo

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One UI 9 Introduces Built‑in Repair Support Hub
SocialMar 27, 2026

One UI 9 Introduces Built‑in Repair Support Hub

🛠️ One UI 9 could simplify Galaxy phone repairs with a new built-in support hub We spotted a new Warranty & care app in One UI 9, that could unify all elements of repairs and support ✅ More details with screenshots -...

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Samsung Browser to Auto‑Apply Discounts at Checkout
SocialMar 27, 2026

Samsung Browser to Auto‑Apply Discounts at Checkout

🛍️ Samsung Browser could soon save you some money while shopping Upcoming "Smart shopping" feature could automatically find and apply discount codes at checkout for you. ✅ Details - https://t.co/ytAqjxp4HW https://t.co/uoS5snu2cl

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Google Tests Priority Charging to Speed Up Battery
SocialMar 27, 2026

Google Tests Priority Charging to Speed Up Battery

🔋⚡ Android 17 Beta 3 reveals Google is testing a new 'Priority Charging' feature Called 'Priority Charging,' the feature pauses background activity to speed up charging ✅ Details - https://t.co/JCZ5W00w4v https://t.co/Ke3NV12Yqq

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Android 17 Beta 3 Enables Per‑App Dark Theme Control
SocialMar 26, 2026

Android 17 Beta 3 Enables Per‑App Dark Theme Control

Android 17 beta 3 You can now turn on/off expanded dark theme for specific apps https://t.co/LZ99uWTjN8

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Android 17 Beta 3 Lets Pixel Hide App Names
SocialMar 26, 2026

Android 17 Beta 3 Lets Pixel Hide App Names

Android 17 beta 3 on Pixel devices now offers an option to hide app names from Pixel Launcher https://t.co/E7sKAdrGeO

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RCS 4.0 Launches Native Video Calls and Rich Media
SocialMar 26, 2026

RCS 4.0 Launches Native Video Calls and Rich Media

From Rich Text to Video: RCS Universal Profile 4.0 has arrived • Native support for video calls within the messaging app • Rich text and higher-quality media for more expressive RCS messaging • Video streaming and link optimisation in...

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Pixel Adds Built‑in Bluetooth Diagnostics to Troubleshoot Connections
SocialMar 26, 2026

Pixel Adds Built‑in Bluetooth Diagnostics to Troubleshoot Connections

Your Pixel phone can now help you fix frustrating Bluetooth issues A new Bluetooth diagnostics submenu in Settings offers a built-in way to diagnose Bluetooth accessory connections ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/S5pXL9udMy https://t.co/iqVokNPE6A

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Quick Share Adds Sender Confirmation After Acceptance
SocialMar 26, 2026

Quick Share Adds Sender Confirmation After Acceptance

Sending files via Quick Share could get a little inconvenient, but it might be for a good reason The sender will be required to confirm the transfer even after the receiver accepts the transfer ✅ Details/Screenshots - https://t.co/sILgw8nAJA https://t.co/6BA93dLtZQ

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Android Canary Upgrades Linux Terminal with Modern UI
SocialMar 25, 2026

Android Canary Upgrades Linux Terminal with Modern UI

Android Canary blesses the Linux Terminal with a modern UI, new features • You can now set memory limit (RAM) • An option to keep the device awake for specific period. ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/631v1BS21G

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Pixel Adds Custom Voicemail Greetings for Missed Calls
SocialMar 25, 2026

Pixel Adds Custom Voicemail Greetings for Missed Calls

📞 Take a Message feature on your Google Pixel is almost ready for easy custom greetings This lets callers hear a personalized voice message when you miss or decline a call. ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/8piv69TNAj

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Pixel Watch May Soon Support Google Calling Cards
SocialMar 25, 2026

Pixel Watch May Soon Support Google Calling Cards

Pixel Watch support for Google's fantastic Calling Cards could be just around the corner Google has updated its support page for creating a Calling Card, adding a section for compatible Wear OS devices ✅ More details - https://t.co/qTHWL9f8t4

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Exynos Galaxy Phones Crash on Fairphone Site
SocialMar 25, 2026

Exynos Galaxy Phones Crash on Fairphone Site

Some Samsung Galaxy phones with Exynos chips reportedly reboot when opening this Fairphone website ✅ Details - https://t.co/FNcElomv9N https://t.co/vdx1AfeHoV

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Google Messages Restores Ultra HDR, Adds Voice Transcript Copy
SocialMar 24, 2026

Google Messages Restores Ultra HDR, Adds Voice Transcript Copy

Google Messages may bring back Ultra HDR support, and do it right this time There's also a new copy function for voice transcripts ✅ Details & screenshots - https://t.co/2ZaKFNvFrh https://t.co/QU6Ku8Rflt

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Google Adds Chat Import to Switch From ChatGPT to Gemini
SocialMar 24, 2026

Google Adds Chat Import to Switch From ChatGPT to Gemini

Don’t start from scratch: Here's how Google is making it easier to move from ChatGPT to Gemini with the import chats feature ✅ More details & screenshots - https://t.co/tj5zHgHo6c https://t.co/we7ewGMoYw

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Gemini to Clone Users Into 3D Avatars via @Me
SocialMar 24, 2026

Gemini to Clone Users Into 3D Avatars via @Me

Gemini could soon digitally clone you into a 3D avatar The feature might allow you to insert yourself in the AI Generated images/videos by just typing @ me ✅ Details & more Screenshots - https://t.co/q8J3XJeW9j https://t.co/RcXpHzKKic

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Pixel's Vibrate/Silent Bug Causes Missed Calls
SocialMar 24, 2026

Pixel's Vibrate/Silent Bug Causes Missed Calls

Google Pixel users missing calls due to a bizarre vibrate/silent mode bug (workaround inside) ✅ Details - https://t.co/IW0hDcPMkF https://t.co/9JeahUls6S

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Google Translate Adds Pronunciation Training Feature
SocialMar 21, 2026

Google Translate Adds Pronunciation Training Feature

🗣️ Google Translate appears to be working on a new pronunciation training mode Users will be able to listen to voice samples, then record their own attempt ✅ Check details and more screenshots - https://t.co/aClNiHLTFY

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Android Canary Adds Sleek Background Blur Launch Effect
SocialMar 20, 2026

Android Canary Adds Sleek Background Blur Launch Effect

Android Canary has a slick new app-launch effect which blurs the background when launching an app ✅ Details and demo video - https://t.co/4C1rew8y2z

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Android 17 Introduces Automatic SIM Lock Protection
SocialMar 20, 2026

Android 17 Introduces Automatic SIM Lock Protection

First look: Here's how Android's automatic SIM lock protection works The feature could be available for users with Android 17. We spotted it earlier in Android 17 beta 2. ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/pYFvbx2twB https://t.co/3767pTzPYr

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Android 17 Adds Hearing‑aid Friendly Alert Controls
SocialMar 20, 2026

Android 17 Adds Hearing‑aid Friendly Alert Controls

Android 17 could introduce new accessibility options specifically designed to improve the experience for users with Bluetooth hearing aids. The options prevent sudden alerts for notifications or alarms from blasting in the users’ ears. ✅ Details & screenshot - https://t.co/zuYB2JNdn7

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Android March Canary Brings App Lock, Bubbles, New UI
SocialMar 19, 2026

Android March Canary Brings App Lock, Bubbles, New UI

Android's March Canary update is live and here's everything we've spotted so far The update introduces several new features. • App lock • App bubbles • New screen recording UI • Blur for widget picker • Separate wifi/mobile QS tile ✅ More details here with screenshots -...

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Google Details New Advanced Sideloading Flow for Android
SocialMar 19, 2026

Google Details New Advanced Sideloading Flow for Android

Google reveals details about the advanced flow for sideloading apps on Android from unverified developers https://t.co/wv1k3Sujzz

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ChatGPT to Incorporate OpenAI's Sora Video Model
SocialMar 19, 2026

ChatGPT to Incorporate OpenAI's Sora Video Model

It looks like those rumors of ChatGPT adding Sora integration were right Evidence mounts that OpenAI’s Sora video model is being folded into ChatGPT ✅ Details - https://t.co/h7EweDaPYo #ChatGPT #AI https://t.co/T8cuCiwoc8

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Spotify to Add Play and Save Receipts for Shared Songs
SocialMar 19, 2026

Spotify to Add Play and Save Receipts for Shared Songs

No more ghosting: Spotify may soon let you see if your friends actually played the songs you shared Spotify is working on "Played Receipts" and "Saved Receipts" for its in-app message conversations ✅ Details - https://t.co/PaRW7qrYXm #Spotify #Music https://t.co/OBXjQfZyc2

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Google Maps Adds New FAB for Easy Location Sharing
SocialMar 19, 2026

Google Maps Adds New FAB for Easy Location Sharing

📍 Google Maps making it easier to share your current location with a new FAB Google is also testing changes to the additional options UI while navigating with Maps. ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/mnADVnow0D https://t.co/SJjhX9Kuob

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Google Tests Discover Tab and UI Overhaul in Gemini
SocialMar 18, 2026

Google Tests Discover Tab and UI Overhaul in Gemini

Google is quietly testing a Discover tab in Gemini app, alongside a host of UI changes We found changes to the sidebar, overlay controls, and how Gemini shows its thought process in our latest APK teardown. ✅ Details & screenshots - https://t.co/Nvgp3p6CTS...

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Google Rolls Back Photos Editor Changes, Tests TikTok‑style Feed
SocialMar 18, 2026

Google Rolls Back Photos Editor Changes, Tests TikTok‑style Feed

Google is reversing some of the changes it made to the photo editors inside the Photos app Along with the re-redesign, Google is also testing a new Explore feed inspired by TikTok. ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/B39U55g3IN

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Samsung S26 Ultra Cases Fail 25W Wireless Charging
SocialMar 18, 2026

Samsung S26 Ultra Cases Fail 25W Wireless Charging

Samsung's own S26 Ultra cases can't reliably deliver the 25W wireless charging it advertises, claims dbrand ✅ Details - https://t.co/eDbr8A7clm https://t.co/8RcwPC1y4b

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