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ICYMI ⚠️ Amazon says it's protecting users and creators, but Fire TV's crackdown will hit all piracy apps (yes, sideloaded versions included)

https://www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv/amazon-fire-tv/fire-tv-cracking-down-piracy-apps
Fire TV will now block piracy apps, no matter how you installed them
The crackdown has begun in France and Germany and will soon expand globally.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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😮 The 10-year-old Nvidia Shield TV just picked up another software update

https://www.androidcentral.com/streaming-tv/nvidia-shield-tv/nvidia-shield-tv-update-november-2025
Ten years on, the Nvidia Shield TV continues to get new updates
Nvidia's latest Shield Experience 9.2.2 update adds stability and quality-of-life improvements to its TV box.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Google's AI shopping tools promise a seamless holiday experience for savvy shoppers

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/googles-new-ai-shopping-features-arrive-just-in-time-for-a-hassle-free-holiday-season
Google's AI shopping tools promise a seamless holiday experience for savvy shoppers
Agentic calling, 'Buy for me,' and shop with Gemini.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Scammed? Not on Google's watch! The tech giant takes down 'Lighthouse', a global phishing scheme that has duped millions! #ScamAlert #CyberSecurity

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/google-takes-legal-action-against-major-usps-phishing-network-targeting-millions
Google takes legal action against major phishing network targeting millions
It's a lawsuit against 'Lighthouse' for the first time.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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The OnePlus 15 is here! Featuring three 50MP cameras & lightning speeds! US fans face an agonizing wait! ⌛#OnePlus15 #TechRevolution

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-15-debuts-early-worldwide-but-us-fans-have-a-longer-wait
OnePlus 15 debuts early worldwide, but US fans have a longer wait
Three chipsets, a massive 7,800mAh battery, and a game-changing 165 Hz refresh rate await.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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ICYMI 🚨 Google’s November Pixel update fixes a critical issue with emergency calls

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/pixel-bug-fixes-november-2025-update
The November Pixel update addresses a serious emergency calling problem
Google's November 2025 update fixes a critical bug affecting emergency calls on Pixel devices.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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🔋 Google Maps just got a new Power Saving mode, but it only works on one Pixel phone for now

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/google-maps-power-saving-mode-limited-pixel-10
Only one Pixel phone is getting Google Maps' new Power Saving Mode
Power Saving Mode works only on the Pixel 10 series.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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👀 Pixel users could soon get more home screen freedom. A new Android build adds a toggle to hide the At a Glance widget

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/google-allow-pixel-remove-at-a-glance-widget-home-screen
Google might finally let Pixel users remove the At a Glance widget
More homescreen customization is incoming.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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Stuck in an endless verification loop on X? You're not the only one!

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/twitter/facing-trouble-logging-into-x-youre-not-alone-heres-the-scoop
Facing trouble logging into X? You're not alone — here’s the scoop!
Log-in troubles, 2FA verification loops keep users locked out.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Google Drive now turns your PDFs into playable audio summaries

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-drives-new-ai-audio-summaries-make-pdfs-effortless
Google Drive can now summarize and read your PDFs aloud
Gemini now turns long documents into 10-minute audio summaries.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Even Realities' G2 and R1 are wearables that finally know when to shut up (in a good way)

https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/even-realities-new-smart-glasses-and-ring-aim-to-make-everyday-tech-less-distracting
Even Realities’ new G2 and R1 prove smarter tech doesn’t have to be loud
Even Realities’ G2 glasses and R1 ring redefine what wearables should feel like.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3 arrives with a single fix for a lockscreen issue that's been frustrating Pixel owners

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/android-16-qpr2-beta-3-3-fixes-annoying-pixel-lock-screen-freezes
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3 rolls out for Pixel phones with key fixes
The Android 16 Beta 3.3 update is now live on the Pixel 6 and up.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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🚨 The Galaxy Z TriFold might actually be here soon. Samsung's first tri-fold phone is reportedly launching next month in select Asian markets

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsungs-trifolding-phone-could-launch-dec-2025
Galaxy Z TriFold leak hints Samsung's trifolding phone is almost here
December 5 might be the big day
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November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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OnePlus is said to be targeting a 240Hz dynamic refresh rate for a future phone, potentially the OnePlus 16 or 17

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/oneplus-reportedly-eyes-a-240hz-display-while-fans-demand-better-cameras
OnePlus could be chasing a stupid-fast screen nobody asked for
OnePlus is once again chasing features no one actually wants.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Soon, Google Play will warn you about power-draining apps

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-pay/androids-next-update-is-finally-addressing-your-phones-biggest-battery-hogs
Google is cracking down on Android apps that drain your battery
Google Play will soon flag apps that chew through your battery.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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The Galaxy S26 Ultra could feature the widest Infinity-O cutout ever on an Ultra model

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-leak-points-to-a-polarizing-design-pivot
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a bigger selfie camera cutout
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra might aim for better group selfies with a bigger front camera hole.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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⚡🔋 Samsung might finally speed things up. The S26 Ultra is tipped to get major boosts to both wired and wireless charging

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/galaxy-s26-ultra-big-upgrades-wired-and-wireless-charging
The Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a serious boost to its charging speeds
The Galaxy S26 Ultra could deliver 60W wired and 25W wireless charging for the first time.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Google’s November Pixel Drop packs AI upgrades, scam alerts, and a Wicked makeover

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/pixel-owners-get-a-whole-host-of-new-features-with-the-november-pixel-drop
Pixel's November update fights scams, fixes photos, and tames notifications
This one is as good as it gets.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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It's November, and OPPO's phones and tablets are letting autumn bring ColorOS 16 to all eligible users #OPPO
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oppo-phones/oppo-serves-up-its-android-16-update-to-several-past-gen-devices-this-week
OPPO's ColorOS 16 heads for its past-gen phones in November
Even more of the Chinese OEMs' phones are getting in on its huge ColorOS 16 upgrade.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Start checking your Google TV Streamer, Gemini is rolling out for it, and it's bringing some huge improvements #Google
https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/samsung-galaxy-watch/gemini-for-tv-tosses-the-old-ai-for-effortless-binge-watching-on-the-tv-streamer
Gemini for TV gets in on binge-watching for the Google TV Streamer
The TV Streamer's time is here, but a few more devices are still waiting in the wings.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Galaxy Watch 5 joins the One UI 8 Watch beta program, bringing Wear OS 6 upgrades

https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/samsung-galaxy-watch/samsung-expands-one-ui-8-watch-beta-to-galaxy-watch-5-series
Galaxy Watch 5 series picks up One UI 8 Watch beta, US launch imminent
The Galaxy Watch 5 finally joins One UI 8 Watch beta, but Samsung’s rollout is still sluggish.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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Google Play Store might be finally letting you search app reviews

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-play-store/googles-upcoming-review-search-feature-might-soon-help-you-save-time-on-the-play-store
Google Play Store might finally get the review search bar everyone needs
Google Play Store is apparently set to introduce a new way to search app reviews.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Leaked CAD renders reveal the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus design! It will likely feature a 6.7" AMOLED display. Here's more on what to expect

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/leaked-cad-renders-give-first-look-at-samsung-galaxy-s26-plus-design
Leaked CAD renders give first look at Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus design
Not much of an upgrade, if you ask us.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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A report claims that Samsung is reportedly making moves to begin creating its own credit card for the U.S. #Samsung
https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-seemingly-shows-interest-in-a-credit-card-for-the-us-to-rival-apple
A 'Samsung Card' is rumored to be in the works for the US
Samsung wants a credit card of its own, and it's already brainstorming the perks U.S. consumers could get.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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⏰ The Galaxy S26 series might launch earlier than expected, but don’t be shocked if prices go up a bit

https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/galaxy-s26-series-might-arrive-jan-2025
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra might launch early, and get pricier too
A late January launch tipped
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November 10, 2025 at 1:50 PM