Hack-for-hire group caught targeting Android devices and iCloud backups

Security researchers exposed a spying campaign by a hack-for-hire group that used Android spyware and phishing to steal iCloud credentials and hack victims’ devices.

You can now turn 2D apps into 3D while using the Galaxy XR headset
You can now turn 2D apps into 3D while using the Galaxy XR headset

Android XR is getting a new feature that turns 2D apps, websites, images, and videos into “3D experiences.” The feature, which Google calls “auto-spatialization,” was initially announced last year, and it’s launching on Tuesday as an experimental feature for Samsung Galaxy XR headsets. Here’s a video from Google that gives you an idea about how […]

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is $200 off for the first time
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is $200 off for the first time

My colleague Allison Johnson loved the Privacy Display in her review of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The display feature, which blocks onlookers from getting a peep at what’s on the screen when viewed from the side, is worth getting the S26 Ultra for if you are serious about privacy during your commute or elsewhere. […]

Google Photos rolls out AI Enhance and video playback speed controls

Google Photos adds AI Enhance and video speed controls on Android, bringing faster edits and more flexible playback, though rollout timing still varies across devices and regions

Your favorite apps might be watching you — the FBI’s warning isn’t as obvious as it sounds

No, this isn’t a dramatic breakup speech asking you to uninstall every app and go live off the grid.

Restaurants are forcing us to put phones away, and I’m not complaining

Restaurants are asking diners to ditch phones, creating more meaningful, distraction-free experiences at the table.

Your next Android flagship may get a big Gemini Nano 4 boost

Google is prepping Gemini Nano 4 for Android flagships, promising faster on-device AI and better efficiency while giving developers early access to build and optimize apps ahead of launch.

Android 17’s new notification rules could finally tame your alert overload

Android 17 may introduce notification rules that let you control alerts by app and contact. The feature points to smarter filtering, better prioritization, and fewer unwanted interruptions in everyday use.

Google Photos wants to stop you from accidentally ruining your snaps

Google Photos is redesigning its editor to reduce accidental changes, replacing gesture shortcuts with a more deliberate workflow that prioritizes precision, stability, and fewer unintended edits across Android devices.