operating system based on Android
Gems, Skills, Spark, Scheduled Actions: a field guide to renamed features - Read more! ⬇️
Read More ➡️ Google is renaming Gemini again; here's what each feature does now
The Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, Alexa Tablet 11, and Alexa Tablet 8 have arrived — and they finally swap Fire OS for full Android 👏 #amazonalexatablet12pro #amazon
Flipping the switch delivered the punchy color my gallery needs - ICYMI, read more! ⬇️
ICYMI, read more! ➡️ I was convinced my Google Pixel camera shoots dull photos until I toggled this hidden setting
Bye bye Fire OS: Amazon switches to Android on new tablets: Fire OS is a thing of the past, at least on Amazon's new tablet computers, they are now built around ...
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2026/10/11/bye-bye-fire-osamazon-switches-to-android-on-new-tablets
OnePlus 15 gets Color OS 17 Open Beta ahead of OPPO’s global launch: OPPO will unveil Color OS 17 globally on October 13, but OnePlus 15 users can now sign up to ...
androidauthority.com/oneplus-15-coloros-17-open-beta-3721053/
Departure from Fire OS: Amazon introduces its first true Android tablets: The Fire OS flame is extinguished: Amazon is no longer relying on its own Android ...
spiegel.de/netzwelt/apps/amazon-stellt-seine-ersten-echten-android-tablets-vor-a-930f40f6-ebe8-45db-bb36-77fd1be6c9cf
I finally found the phone of my dreams that challenges mainstream devices: The Enough Phone is everything I want
androidpolice.com/i-finally-found-the-phone-of-my-dreams-that-challenges-mainstream-devices/
I switched Pixel Watch faces every day for a month; these are the 6 I keep coming back to
androidpolice.com/i-switched-pixel-watch-faces-every-day-i-keep-coming-back-to/
After trying every free ad blocker on Android, here's the setup combo that actually stuck
androidpolice.com/ad-blocker-android-private-dns-brave/
Skip the Boox Picco and buy these 3 tiny e-readers instead: The Picco may be tiny, but it's far from unique
androidpolice.com/skip-the-boox-picco-and-buy-this-tiny-e-reader-instead/
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K launches with more power, new remote: Amazon überarbeitet sein Streaming-Portfolio und veröffentlicht einen neuen Fire TV Stick 4K ...
winfuture.de/news,161646.html
The platform currently supports 29 games. - Read more! ⬇️
Read More ➡️ Android Auto's game library is about to grow significantly with new titles
I stopped worrying about huge data charges on holiday by changing this one setting
androidpolice.com/i-stopped-worrying-about-huge-data-charges-on-holiday-by-changing-this-one-setting/
I finally found the phone of my dreams that challenges mainstream devices: The Enough Phone is everything I want
androidpolice.com/i-finally-found-the-phone-of-my-dreams-that-challenges-mainstream-devices/
Gizchina Sep 17
Xiaomi HyperOS 4 Stable Update: First Eligible Devices: Xiaomi HyperOS 4 is nearing its stable release according to recent info from Weibo ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/xiaomi-hyperos-4-stable-update-these-devices-could-get-it-first
Xteink just released a dirt cheap tiny e-reader: The X4 Classic is a hard bargain to pass up at $79
androidpolice.com/this-tiny-e-reader-is-now-on-amazon-and-theres-even-a-cheaper-version-available/
Gizchina Sep 02
OPPO Announces ColorOS 17 Launch and Developer Conference for September 2026: OPPO has announced the ColorOS 17 launch and developer conference for September 17 ...
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/oppo-announces-coloros-17-launch-and-developer-conference-for-september-2026
Gizchina Sep 03
ColorOS 17 Introduces New Progressive Motion Effects for Notification and Control Center
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/coloros-17-introduces-new-progressive-motion-effects-for-notification-and-control-center
What Anker revealed at IFA 2026 shows the brand is done playing it safe: AI makes its way into its newest product
androidpolice.com/anker-ifa-2026-roundup/
I traced my Pixel's random mobile-data drops to a single Private DNS setting: Full signal bars hid the real problem for months
androidpolice.com/traced-pixels-random-mobile-data-drops-to-single-dns-setting/
Ecovac’s Deebot X12S OmniCyclone tackles both dust mites and privacy fears: Removes 97.44% of dust mite allergens and 95.45% of dust mites from carpet
androidpolice.com/ecovacs-deebot-x12s-omnicyclone-tackles-both-dust-mites-and-privacy-fears/
After months with Bitwarden, I found a free offline password manager that works better
androidpolice.com/keepassdx-bitwarden-password-manager-comparison/
Gizchina Aug 28
ColorOS 16 August Update is Available - Full list of compatible devices: OPPO has started rolling out its August update for ColorOS 16, and this isn't one ...
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/coloros-16-august-update-is-available-full-list-of-compatible-devices
Poco F9 Pro|Ultra: "Affordable" smartphones with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
stadt-bremerhaven.de/poco-f9-proultra-erschwingliche-smartphones-mit-dem-maechtigen-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5/
I tried the Boox Picco, a tiny e-reader that doesn't sacrifice a single feature: Boox has found the right approach for tiny readers
androidpolice.com/this-is-the-boox-picco-tiny-e-reader/
I tried Nothing OS 5.0 to see the improvements. Here are 5 ways it really impressed me
androidpolice.com/nothing-os-5-hands-on/
noypigeeks.com Aug 27
Nothing OS 5.0 new features and update schedule: Here are the new features and compatible devices of the new Android 17-based Nothing OS 5.0.
noypigeeks.com/android/nothing-os-5/
Gizchina Aug 31
ColorOS 17 Teased with Major Design Overhaul and Fluid Animations: ColorOS 17 is teased with a new global floating island navigation, fluid fusion animations ...
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/coloros-17-teased-with-major-design-overhaul-and-fluid-animations
Gizchina Aug 28
Xiaomi HyperOS Super Island Receives Significant Functional Upgrade: Xiaomi has updated its HyperOS Super Island with a three-finger swipe gesture to easily ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/xiaomi-hyperos-super-island-receives-significant-functional-upgrade
I traced my Pixel's random mobile-data drops to a single Private DNS setting: Full signal bars hid the real problem for months
androidpolice.com/traced-pixels-random-mobile-data-drops-to-single-dns-setting/
Android 17-based Nothing OS 5 beta roll out brings fresh look, AI tools: NothingOS 5.0 AI Feature Launch: Nothing OS 5.0, based on Android 17 ...
business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/android-17-nothing-os-5-beta-rollout-ai-features-126082600522_1.html
Gizchina Aug 26
OPPO Officially Announces ColorOS 17 Launch for Next Month: OPPO has officially announced that ColorOS 17 will launch next month, featuring upgraded system ...
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/oppo-officially-announces-coloros-17-launch-for-next-month
Gizchina Aug 26
HyperOS 4 May Skip Xiaomi Phones Still on Android 16: Xiaomi may skip HyperOS 4 for phones stuck on Android 16, even though some Redmi and POCO models still have ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/your-xiaomi-phone-may-have-years-of-support-left-but-still-miss-hyperos-4
Gizchina Aug 16
This 9-Year-Old Xiaomi Is Already Running HyperOS 4: Developers have ported HyperOS 4 to the nine-year-old Xiaomi Mi 6, with Soft Light Glass and Dynamic Island ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/this-9-year-old-xiaomi-is-already-running-hyperos-4
This tiny AI voice recorder does the work for you: It's even better at its new lower price
androidpolice.com/plaud-notepin-111-deal/
I switched from a smart TV to an Android box, and I actually own my entertainment now
xda-developers.com/i-switched-from-a-smart-tv-to-an-android-box-and-i-actually-own-my-entertainment-now/
Nothing: Phone (3), Phone (3a) series, Phone (4a) and Phone (4b) with updates: Nothing has initiated the distribution of updates for some devices in the ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/nothing-phone-3-phone-3a-serie-phone-4a-und-phone-4b-mit-updates/
I traced my Pixel's random mobile-data drops to a single Private DNS setting: Full signal bars hid the real problem for months
androidpolice.com/traced-pixels-random-mobile-data-drops-to-single-dns-setting/
noypigeeks.com Aug 15
Xiaomi HyperOS 4: New features and update schedule: Xiaomi has officially unveiled the new Android 17-based HyperOS 4.
noypigeeks.com/android/xiaomi-hyperos-4/
Gizchina Aug 15
Not Every Xiaomi Phone Will Get HyperOS 4's Best New Look: Xiaomi reveals which phones and tablets support HyperOS 4 Soft Light Glass ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/not-every-xiaomi-phone-will-get-hyperos-4s-best-new-look
I traced my Pixel's random mobile-data drops to a single Private DNS setting: Full signal bars hid the real problem for months
androidpolice.com/traced-pixels-random-mobile-data-drops-to-single-dns-setting/
T-Mobile finally shuts down its 2G network: The end of an era
androidpolice.com/t-mobile-2g-network-shuts-down/
Chrome pop-ups were killing me until I found a secret trick to stop them all: No, Chrome, I don't want notifications, ever
androidpolice.com/chrome-permission-pop-ups-killing-me-trick-stop-them/
I traced my Pixel's random mobile-data drops to a single Private DNS setting: Full signal bars hid the real problem for months
androidpolice.com/traced-pixels-random-mobile-data-drops-to-single-dns-setting/
T-Mobile finally shuts down its 2G network: The end of an era
androidpolice.com/t-mobile-2g-network-shuts-down/
How OS experience is shaping your next smartphone upgrade? | Hindustan Times: OPPO offers AI-driven organisation, seamless multitasking, and robust privacy ...
hindustantimes.com/genesis/how-os-experience-is-shaping-your-next-smartphone-upgrade-101779980871724.html
Chrome pop-ups were killing me until I found a secret trick to stop them all: No, Chrome, I don't want notifications, ever
androidpolice.com/chrome-permission-pop-ups-killing-me-trick-stop-them/
Gizchina Aug 06
ColorOS 17 Beta Just Expanded, Is Your Phone On The List?: Oppo just widened ColorOS 17 beta registrations to more OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme phones ...
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/coloros-17-beta-just-expanded-is-your-phone-on-the-list
The OnePlus 15 just got ColorOS beta: OnePlus has opened its first ColorOS beta for the OnePlus 15 and 15R, but the program is currently limited to India.
androidauthority.com/oneplus-15-coloros-beta-3695698/
OnePlus has pulled its phones from shelves in Europe and North America, ending sales in key markets. Existing users will still get software updates ... Show more
OnePlus devices taken off shelves in Europe, North America
OnePlus devices taken off shelves in Europe, North America
I'm done upgrading Fire TV Sticks after Amazon killed what made them special: Vega OS software restrictions actively hurt my personal user experience
androidpolice.com/done-upgrade-fire-tv-sticks-after-amazon-killed-them/
I finally stopped trying to make dark mode work for me: Here's why: Everyone assumes dark mode is the right choice
androidpolice.com/finally-stopped-trying-to-make-dark-mode-work-for-me/
I'm done upgrading Fire TV Sticks after Amazon killed what made them special: Vega OS software restrictions actively hurt my personal user experience
androidpolice.com/done-upgrade-fire-tv-sticks-after-amazon-killed-them/
Gizchina Jul 27
OnePlus 16 Is Coming in October With Sub-1mm Bezels, 9,000mAh Battery, and the New ColorOS
gizchina.com/oneplus-phones/oneplus-16-is-coming-in-october-with-sub-1mm-bezels-9000mah-battery-and-the-new-coloros
Nothing breaks its silence and denies market exit reports: I'd like to believe it
androidpolice.com/nothing-market-exit-not-true/
Waze gets an update to talk less and listen better: Less chatty mode lets you focus better
androidpolice.com/waze-gets-an-update-to-talk-less-and-listen-better/
OnePlus confirms exit from US and European markets, will replace OxygenOS with ColorOS
techspot.com/news/113152-oneplus-confirms-exit-us-european-markets-replace-oxygenos.html
Nothing breaks its silence and denies market exit reports: I'd like to believe it
androidpolice.com/nothing-market-exit-not-true/
Gizchina Jul 21
OxygenOS Is Dead — Here's Every OnePlus Device Getting ColorOS 17: OnePlus confirmed OxygenOS is retired globally — ColorOS 17 replaces it on 21 devices ...
gizchina.com/oneplus-phones/oxygenos-is-dead-heres-every-oneplus-device-getting-coloros-17
The e-reader that fits on the back of your phone just got a huge upgrade: The Xteink X4 Pro comes with one huge new feature
androidpolice.com/this-pocket-sized-e-reader-just-fixed-its-biggest-flaw/
Gizchina Jul 24
Realme UI Is Over — Here Are the Phones Getting ColorOS 17: Realme UI is being retired and ColorOS 17 is replacing it — here's every GT, number, P, C, Narzo ...
gizchina.com/realme-4/realme-ui-is-over-here-are-the-phones-getting-coloros-17
Gizchina Jul 20
These Xiaomi flagships are getting (now) the new HyperOS with Android 17: Xiaomi is pushing a 7.2GB update disguised as a security patch, bringing stable Android ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/these-xiaomi-flagships-are-getting-now-the-new-hyperos-with-android-17
Why Pebble Time 2 owners are scrambling to protect their watches from cracking screens
androidpolice.com/pebble-time-2-screen-cracks/
From Oxygen OS to Color OS: These OnePlus phones and tablets could make the jump: Oxygen OS is dead, and these OnePlus phones and tablets could make the jump to ...
androidauthority.com/oneplus-color-os-17-eligible-devices-3689604/
The $600 Withings BodyScan 2 is a smart scale that knows your body better than you do
androidpolice.com/withings-bodyscan-2-smart-scale-knows-your-body-better-than-you-do/
Gizchina Jul 18
Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 Just Appeared in Live Photos Running HyperOS 4: Live photos show the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 running HyperOS 4.0 on Android 17 — the lhasa codename ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/xiaomi-mix-fold-5-just-appeared-in-live-photos-running-hyperos-4
Gizchina Jul 19
Forget Transparent Cards on ColorOS 17: OPPO Explains Why This Trend Won't Reach its OS
gizchina.com/oppo-phones-2/forget-transparent-cards-on-coloros-17-oppo-explains-why-this-trend-wont-reach-its-os
Gizchina Jul 17
The Poco X8 Was Cancelled — Now It's Back, With a 9,000mAh Battery: Poco X8 resurfaces in HyperOS code as a rebranded Redmi Note 17 Pro — 9 ...
gizchina.com/poco/the-poco-x8-was-cancelled-now-its-back-with-a-9000mah-battery
OnePlus leaves Europe: Oppo confirms withdrawal of the smartphone brand: OnePlus is officially withdrawing from Europe with immediate effect ...
winfuture.de/news,160024.html
The smart thermostat everyone's buying on Amazon is finally worth the price at $79
androidpolice.com/google-nest-thermostat-lowest-price-in-nearly-two-years/
T-Mobile offers a free year of DashPass, but it won't offset the carrier's latest price hike
androidpolice.com/t-mobiles-giving-away-a-year-of-free-dashpass/
Gizchina Jul 07
HyperOS 4 Is Dropping in August: HyperOS 4 is confirmed for August 2026 with a Rust core, 40% smoother performance, offline AI via Mimo and Miclaw ...
gizchina.com/xiaomi-phones/hyperos-4-is-dropping-in-august
Upgrade your TV audio with a full surround setup this Prime Day. The Sony HT-S40R system is now 25% off ⬇️
More info here 👇 #deals Amazon.com: Sony HT-S40R Heimkino-Soundbar-System mit 5.1-Kanal, Schwarz : Elektronik & Foto
Still time to grab a solid everyday speaker. The Soundcore 2 drops to $28.47 (was $44.99) for Prime Day ⬇️
check it out here 👇🏻 #deals Amazon.com: Anker SoundCore 2 Tragbarer Bluetooth-Lautsprecher mit besserem Bass, 24-Stunden-Spielzeit, Bluetooth-Reichweite: 20 m, IPX5, wasserfest, eingebautes Mikrofon, kabelloser Doppel-Treiber-Lautsprecher : Elektronik & Foto
Prime Day is almost over, but this is an easy upgrade for calls and streaming. The Logitech Brio 101 is now $23.49 (was $39.99) 👇
More info here 👇 #deals Amazon.com: Logitech Brio 101 Full HD 1080p Webcam für Meetings, Streaming, Desktop, Laptop, PC – Integriertes Mikrofon, Auslöser, funktioniert mit Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Nintendo Switch 2 neuer GameChat-Modus : Elektronik & Foto
I built a custom Home Assistant dashboard that runs my entire home with one tap: I swapped a cluttered collection of smart home apps with a custom Home Assistant ...
androidpolice.com/i-built-a-custom-home-assistant-dashboard-that-runs-my-entire-home-in-one-tap/
Automate your cleaning with strong suction and smart mapping. The roborock Q7 L5 is now over half off for Prime Day ⬇️
More info here 👇 #deals Amazon.com: roborock Q7 L5 Saugroboter und Wischmopp Combo, 8000Pa Saugkraft, Upgrade von Q5 Pro, Dual Anti-Tangle System, LiDAR Navigation, Multi-Level-Mapping, Selbstaufladender Roboterstaubsauger, Schwarz : Gewerbe, Industrie & Wissenschaft
Light up your outdoor space with smart color and scenes. The Govee S14 string lights are now 42% off for Prime Day ⬇️
check it out here 👇🏻 #deals Amazon.com: Govee S14-Glühbirnen-Lichterkette für den Außenbereich, 29,3 m, intelligentes RGBIC warmweißes Licht mit 30 LED-Lampen (2 Seile à 14,6 m), 111 Szenenmodi für Terrassendekoration, IP66 kompatibel mit : Baumarkt