Android 17 boosts network security by hiding domain names, lets carriers disable 2G

Google is out with a blog post today recapping new network security measures in Android 17.

Read more @ 9to5google

Latest posts

Google announces new Fitbit Air Special Edition with Pokémon Sleep [Hands-on]

The first follow-up to the Fitbit Air is a new Special Edition that integrates with Pokémon Sleep. Available in the US and Japan, it’s...

Galaxy S26 FE is $699 with last year’s specs, Android 17, and a few new features

Debuting with a higher price tag and effectively the same spec sheet, the Galaxy S26 FE might as well be a poster child for...

Galaxy S27 Pro has Ultra’s design as leak reveals just how much smaller it is [Gallery]

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S27 Pro is an Ultra-tier phone in a smaller package, and a new leak reveals both what it looks like, as...

Google Calculator rounds out gradient icon redesigns

Since we’re presumably still a few weeks away from Pixel Camera 11 rolling out to older phones, Google Calculator rounds out the icon gradient...

Plaud’s new AI recorder is a pair of earbuds

Plaud got its jumpstart in popularity with a view on agentic AI that centered around recording summaries for students and professionals. Now, it wants...

Google Store error rejecting trade-in credits for Pixel 10 owners upgrading to Pixel 11

The Google Store seems to have an ongoing problem that is causing Pixel 11 upgraders to get a failed trade-in with removed credits when...

Google Messages officially announces custom ‘Chat themes’ & backgrounds

After beta testing in recent weeks, Google Messages today officially announced custom chat themes and backgrounds on Android. Read more @ 9to5google

Deals: Last day Pixel 11 offers – $350 gift cards, FREE watch, smart display power bank $110 off, Echo displays, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the last to lock-in Amazon deals on Pixel 11 deals – enhanced trade values, $350 gift cards,...

Xiaomi’s new Redmi phone lasts for three days on a single charge

The Note 17 Pro Max also has a photochromic design, which is revealed by sunlight. The 9,210mAh dual-cell battery in the new Redmi Note 17...

Of course Samsung made a 1,100Hz gaming monitor

Samsung announced its upcoming lineup of Odyssey gaming monitors today at Gamescom, and says that several will feature "world-first innovations" across display speeds and...