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Samsung officially launches One UI 7 based on Android 15 in beta (9to5google.com)

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Samsung has released its first One UI 7 beta on the Galaxy S24, bringing Android 15 to its flagship ahead of a full release next year.

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Samsung finally spills the beans on One UI 7, here are the new features! (www.androidauthority.com)

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Samsung's One UI 7 has been detailed on the company's Spanish website. The update will bring a refreshed look to Galaxy devices, and more!

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Pixel 9 long-term review: No longer the best base model (9to5google.com)

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Thanks to Google’s decision to get ahead of the curve and drop new devices in August, we’re almost 100 days into the life of the Pixel 9. The big drop of Android 15 means the final piece of the puzzle has been added, but does that make the entry-level model a better buy?

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More Galaxy S25 Ultra leaked images show off S Pen slot and One UI 7 (9to5google.com)

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Following a hands-on video leak, more hands-on images of an alleged Galaxy S25 Ultra have hit the web, showing off the new S Pen and the software.

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OnePlus Open long-term review: How does 2023's best foldable hold up a year later? (9to5google.com)

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The OnePlus Open was easily the best foldable released in 2023, clearing a relatively low bar left by its competition. How does it hold up a year later?

Source: Google is working on the Pixel Tablet 2 along with a keyboard by BookSwiftieAndrew in c/android@lemdro.id

[-] BookSwiftieAndrew@kbin.earth 1 points 2 weeks ago

The Pixel Fold sort of falls into the mini tablet category, albeit significantly more expensive.

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Android 16 release schedule set, Beta starts in January (9to5google.com)

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With the release of Android 16 DP1 today, Google shared the schedule for the Developer Preview and upcoming Beta.

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Here’s everything new in Android 16 Developer Preview 1 (9to5google.com)

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The first developer preview of Android 16 is available today, and we are looking at DP1 to find what new features have been introduced.

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Google launches Android 16 Developer Preview for Pixel (9to5google.com)

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With Android 16 set to launch in the second quarter of 2025, Google is starting the Developer Preview for Pixel devices today.

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Source: Google is turning Chrome OS into Android to compete with the iPad (www.androidauthority.com)

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A source within Google has told Android Authority that Google plans to basically turn Chrome OS into Android.

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Source: Google is working on the Pixel Tablet 2 along with a keyboard (www.androidauthority.com)

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Google is working on the Pixel Tablet 2 unsurprisingly, and it could pick up some big productivity upgrades including a keyboard accessory.

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Here's how Health Connect will back up your health and fitness data (www.androidauthority.com)

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An update to the Health Connect app adds a backup and restore feature. Here's how to access it to export your health and fitness data.

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Here’s everything new in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 (9to5google.com)

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Google today is rolling out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices.

Huawei will launch a tri-fold smartphone with 10-inch display next week by BookSwiftieAndrew in c/android@lemdro.id

[-] BookSwiftieAndrew@kbin.earth 1 points 3 months ago

I've been using the original Pixel Fold for almost a year now, and so far it's held up really well. The build quality hasn't degraded any despite daily use, and it's even held up surprisingly well against abuse.

I've fumbled the device on more than one occasion, and even once dropped it straight down on hard tile from about five feet, but surprisingly it came out just fine without a crack, dent, or scuff in sight. Granted, I do have a case on my fold since I'm accident prone, but I've not had any issues at all with the durability of the folding display.

However, I would still recommend getting Preferred Care or some other protection plan in addition to the standard warranty, because if the screen does break, and it's not covered by the standard warranty, you're kind of on your own. And it's real expensive to get them repaired.

Stylus for Surface Duo? by BookSwiftieAndrew in c/android@lemmy.world

[-] BookSwiftieAndrew@kbin.earth 3 points 3 months ago

Sorry for replying twice, my server glitch out for a second and I accidentally posted the same reply twice. 😅

Stylus for Surface Duo? by BookSwiftieAndrew in c/android@lemmy.world

[-] BookSwiftieAndrew@kbin.earth 5 points 3 months ago

If you're just needing a stylus for normal touch-input, then any passive stylus should work fine. However, if you also want it for handwriting features or anything beyond basic touch-input, then you'll need one of the Surface Pens as they're the only styluses compatible with the Surface Duo. The standard Surface Pen, the new Slim one, and even the big Hub 2 Pen all work, and they can usually be found on eBay for around $35.