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Here’s how to build a crease-less foldable, according to Oppo Oppo Find N6 might just be the first foldable to finally eliminate the display crease and, in its latest teasers, the company is detailing how it managed to build a crease-less foldable display. more…

Here’s how to build a crease-less foldable, according to Oppo

Honor Magic V6 now available in China with an even bigger 7,150 mAh battery Following its announcement at MWC 2026 earlier this month, the Honor Magic V6 is now available in China and with an even bigger battery than the global release. more…

Honor Magic V6 now available in China with an even bigger 7,150 mAh battery

Galaxy S26 series is already getting its first update, and it’s still sort of late The Galaxy S26 series is getting its first update, but it isn’t the one Samsung just released for March 2026. more…

Galaxy S26 series is already getting its first update, and it’s still sort of late

Some early Galaxy S26 buyers report ‘this device isn’t Play Protect certified’ error A strange issue is hitting some early Galaxy S26 buyers, with Google Play Protect certification apparently not working out of the box and, in turn, breaking support for some apps. more…

Some early Galaxy S26 buyers report ‘this device isn’t Play Protect certified’ error

Here’s why Sonos killed its Google TV Streamer competitor Sonos’s sitting CEO, Tom Conrad, reveals why the rumored streamer codenamed “Pinewood” never made it to production. Even if it did, it was supposedly going to cost four times as much. more…

Here’s why Sonos killed its Google TV Streamer competitor

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: Meadowfell, HEAVEN SEEKER, Slaps and Beans 2, more Your Tuesday lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll alongside all of today’s Mario Day deals and announcements. Highlights include Wilderless: Meadowfell, HEAVEN SEEKER, Slaps And Beans 2, White Room, Tower Defense Legend 5 Pro, Hero of the Kingdom III, and more. Just remember, today is your last chance at the Galaxy S26 deals – Up to $900 off, FREE Galaxy Buds, exclusive store credit, and more. Head below for the Android apps. more…

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: Meadowfell, HEAVEN SEEKER, Slaps and Beans 2, more

Google expands Gemini DoD partnership with Gem-like agents for unclassified projects Google’s Gemini AI model will start incorporating specialized AI agents into the Department of Defense’s operations. For the time being, it will be limited to unclassified applications. That may soon change. more…

Google expands Gemini DoD partnership with Gem-like agents for unclassified projects

YouTube will alert civic leaders and reporters to deepfakes that involve their likeness AI video generation is a real concern. Even in an era where AI videos tend to sport attributes that give the game away — like Coca Cola’s rapidly-transforming semi-truck in last year’s Christmas ad — it’s often good enough to fool audiences, which is why some platform owners are trying to get ahead of any potentially problematic deepfakes. more…

YouTube will alert civic leaders and reporters to deepfakes that involve their likeness

It’s not just you, YouTube Studio is partially down in outage If you’re trying to access YouTube Studio right now and running into problems, you’re not alone, as a widespread outage appears to be affecting the platform. more…

It’s not just you, YouTube Studio is partially down in outage

Sonos returns to making speakers with the $300 portable Play and a cheaper Era 100 SL It’s been a rough couple of years for Sonos, but after nearly two years of attempts to make up for an awful app relaunch and with a fresh CEO at the helm, the company is ready to return to its bread and butter. more…

Sonos returns to making speakers with the $300 portable Play and a cheaper Era 100 SL

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL: Same phones, different year [Video] Is the Samsung and, in particular, the Galaxy S26 Ultra still the benchmark for Google’s Pixel 10 Pro XL? You know the deal; it’s time to work it out. more…

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL: Same phones, different year [Video]

Deals: Last day for Galaxy S26 pre-order offers – up to $900 off, FREE Galaxy Buds + Anker Smart Display power bank $105 off, more Alongside all of the official Mario Day 2026 Switch game deals and new product announcement, we are kicking off today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break with your last chance at the Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-order deals – FREE Galaxy Buds 4, up to $900 off, and more (many of these discounts are likely to end later today). We also have a deep $105 price drop on Anker’s 26,250mAh Prime Power Bank with Smart Display joining the ongoing Google Pixel offers – most affordable unlocked Pixel 10 hits best price of the year at $200 off and Pixel Watch 4 models at Amazon all-time lows. Head below for a closer look at the details. more…

Deals: Last day for Galaxy S26 pre-order offers – up to $900 off, FREE Galaxy Buds + Anker Smart Display power bank $105 off, more

This $3 ChromeOS Flex stick will revive old and outdated computers ChromeOS is a very lightweight operating system and, on top of being a solid option for low-end computers, it’s also a great way to breathe new life into an older laptop or computer. A new partnership with Google will make that process even easier with an inexpensive $3 USB stick that can inject outdated machines with ChromeOS. more…

This $3 ChromeOS Flex stick will revive old and outdated computers

YouTube for Android TV now shows Premium family plan members at account switcher A while back, YouTube for Android TV introduced an account switcher at login or after cold boot, but it is now changing once again by showing any and all family members part of an existing Premium family plan. more…

YouTube for Android TV now shows Premium family plan members at account switcher

Here’s how hard it is to make a cheap Android phone during the RAM shortage The increased cost of memory components is having the expected effect on devices, raising their costs for consumers. An interesting report points out some nuance to that, predicting that cheap Android devices will get hit much harder than your standard flagship. more…

Here’s how hard it is to make a cheap Android phone during the RAM shortage

OnePlus and Oppo will raise prices for existing smartphone starting next week In the midst of frankly insane market conditions, Oppo and OnePlus have confirmed plans to raise prices of existing smartphones and other products starting next week. more…

OnePlus and Oppo will raise prices for existing smartphone starting next week

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is already surprisingly popular in the US Following its announcement last month, Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 series is set to hit store shelves tomorrow and, based on pre-order data, these phones are surprisingly popular in the US market, especially when it comes to the Ultra. more…

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is already surprisingly popular in the US

Google Drive adding AI Overviews as Gemini upgraded in Slides, Sheets  With new Gemini features, Google wants to transform Drive “from a passive storage container into an active knowledge base.” These updates are also coming to Google Slides and Sheets, starting today for AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers, as well as Gemini Alpha business customers for US-English.  more…

Google Drive adding AI Overviews as Gemini upgraded in Slides, Sheets 

Google Docs upgrades now let you co-edit with Gemini Gemini in Google Docs is getting a slew of new features that upgrade and better integrate the experience. The end result is a more Canvas-like experience that lets you co-edit with Gmail.  more…

Google Docs upgrades now let you co-edit with Gemini

Google Photos adding toggle to quickly swap between Ask Photos and classic search Google Photos is once again tweaking its search experience, with a new quick toggle rolling out that allows users to swap back and forth between the AI-powered Ask Photos experience and classic search. more…

Google Photos adding toggle to quickly swap between Ask Photos and classic search

Find Hub for Android removes biometric login After introducing the security measure in 2024, the Find Hub app (previously Find My Device) no longer requires biometric confirmation. more…

Find Hub for Android removes biometric login

These smart glasses are similar Meta Ray-Bans, but support Google’s Gemini As smart glasses continue to grow in popularity, we’re seeing more options and more features. Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses are perhaps among the most popular, and a similar pair of smart glasses from Rokid offers a very similar experience, now with Google’s Gemini assistant on call. more…

These smart glasses are similar Meta Ray-Bans, but support Google’s Gemini

The Sideload 025: Folding tablets and other MWC wishes Welcome to The Sideload episode 25, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Ben Schoon back to the show to discuss his week attending MWC 2026. From Qualcomm’s new wearable-focused chipset to Lenovo’s very promising concept gaming tablet, it’s a whirlwind exploration of everything Barcelona had to offer — and we still find time to dunk on Honor’s robot smartphone. Subscribe * YouTube Podcasts * Pocket Casts * Spotify * Apple Podcasts more…

The Sideload 025: Folding tablets and other MWC wishes

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: Breaking Gates, The House of Da Vinci 2, more Monday’s lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready for you, including titles like Breaking Gates, Old Man’s Journey, The House of Da Vinci 2, Motorsport Manager Mobile 3, SRPG Legna Tactica, Farming Simulator 20, RPG Rusted Emeth, RPG Silver Nornir, and more. There’s under 48 hours left to score the Galaxy S26 pre-order deals, we have new Amazon all-time lows Pixel Watch 4 models from $290, as much as $300 off Pixel 10 devices, and Pixel Buds Pro 2 at $60 off, but for now it’s all about the apps.  more…

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: Breaking Gates, The House of Da Vinci 2, more

UAG launches its first Android Find Hub tracker, priced at $45 Google’s Find Hub ecosystem is starting to get filled out as accessory brands like UAG are starting to release their first trackers compatible with the location database. UAG’s new tracker card for Android is already available for $45. more…

UAG launches its first Android Find Hub tracker, priced at $45

AAWireless TWO+ adapter with wireless Android Auto and CarPlay is finally back in stock Following its launch last year, AAWireless TWO+ is finally back in stock at Amazon after months not being available. more…

AAWireless TWO+ adapter with wireless Android Auto and CarPlay is finally back in stock

Oppo says crease-less Find N6 will launch globally – hopefully for real this time [Video] Oppo has been teasing a crease-less foldable in its upcoming Find N6 and, now, the company says that the device will be launching globally, and we really hope that’s true this year. more…

Oppo says crease-less Find N6 will launch globally – hopefully for real this time [Video]

Gemini is currently the fastest-growing AI website by a huge margin As AI tools continue to grow in popularity, Google’s Gemini is the fastest-growing one by a huge margin, new data reveals. more…

Gemini is currently the fastest-growing AI website by a huge margin

Google Home ‘Live Search’ uses AI to watch your home and answer questions in real-time [Gallery] Recent updates to Google Home have delivered a handy new feature for Nest Cam owners which allows you to ask questions and get answers based on Google’s AI watching your home in real-time. more…

Google Home ‘Live Search’ uses AI to watch your home and answer questions in real-time [Gallery]

Pixel 11 Pro Fold looks barely different and just barely thinner in first leak [Gallery] It’s already Pixel 11 leak season folks, with the first CAD-based renders of the upcoming Pixel 11 Pro Fold having just hit the web to reveal a device that, frankly, doesn’t look all that different. more…

Pixel 11 Pro Fold looks barely different and just barely thinner in first leak [Gallery]