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Lava Agni 4N Enters UK Market, New Contender in the Budget Smartphone Segment
Indian brand Lava launches the Agni 4N in the UK, a £199 Snapdragon 695 model challenging Samsung and others.
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Weighing a Purchase After OnePlus's European Withdrawal
OnePlus has exited Europe and North America, moving its software to ColorOS. Existing devices stay supported, but new purchases are hard to recommend.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Review: New Design Dramatically Advances Foldable Usability
Android Police reviews Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. The wider design and balanced hinge mechanism greatly improve foldable smartphone usability.
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Pixel 11: Is 16GB of RAM Overkill? Concerns Over Rising Costs
An Android Police journalist questions the need for 16GB RAM in the Pixel 11 amidst rising memory prices driven by AI demand.
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Open Minis Goes Fully Open Source, Democratizing Smartphone AI Agents
The smartphone AI agent "Open Minis" has released its full code as open source for iOS and Android, ushering in a new era where AI directly operates devices through an embedded Linux environment and browser automation.
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Pixel 10 Pro XL Overheats to 118°F: Cooling Mistakes and Correct Countermeasures
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL overheated to 118°F (approx. 47.7°C) inside a car on a scorching day. Android Police's reporter shares her experience with overheating, debunks common cooling myths like using a fridge, and explains proper steps to take.
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Hisense A10: An Innovative Smartphone Combining E Ink and Detachable LCD
Hisense has unveiled the A10, featuring a 6.13-inch E Ink display and a detachable 5-inch LCD on the back. Powered by the MTK Dimensity 8300, it will launch in the Chinese market for approximately $590.
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Pixel 11 Colors and 12GB RAM Revealed in Amazon Error
An Amazon listing error has revealed the Pixel 11 series' color options, 12GB RAM, battery capacities, and compatibility with Google Pixel Tag.
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Pixel Incoming Call Silence Bug Emerges as a Serious, Unexplained Issue
A bug in Pixel smartphones is preventing ringtones from sounding, causing users to miss incoming calls. Links to Scam Detection and Call Screening features are suspected, but changing settings doesn’t always resolve the issue.
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Qi Wireless Charging to Move Towards 50W Standard, Targeting 2028 Launch, WPC in Discussions
The Wireless Power Consortium has started discussions to raise the Qi wireless charging output to 50W, aiming for a 2028 product launch with Xiaomi and others. This would double the current 25W limit for iPhone and Pixel devices.
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The Real Reason Behind the Pixel 10 Pro's Blurry Camera: Default Settings
The cause of the Pixel 10 Pro's blurry camera quality isn't dirty lenses but the default setting locked to 12MP. Here's how to unlock its full potential.
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Commodore Slashes Price of Retro Phone Callback 8020 by $100
Commodore has reduced the price of its privacy-focused flip feature phone, the Callback 8020, by $100. All models, except the Founders Edition, are now priced at $399. This strategic price revision, enabled by the use of secondhand memory and the removal of standard earphones, raises questions about its implications.
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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Review: A New Star with a 7,000mAh Battery
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion, equipped with a massive 7,000mAh battery, stands out in the mid-range smartphone market. Priced from £380 in the UK, this article delves into its strengths and challenges.
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Nothing Cancels New CMF Phone Release Due to Rising RAM Prices
Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis announced on X that the successor to the CMF Phone 2 Pro will not launch in 2026 due to soaring memory costs. The impact of rising RAM prices on the entire tech industry is becoming increasingly evident.
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Quick Cursor Improves Usability on Large-Screen Android Devices
Quick Cursor is an accessibility app that lets you use the screen like a trackpad, enabling one-handed access to the top of ever-enlarging Android smartphones.