Contrary to popular belief, Android users experience significantly fewer scam texts than iPhone users according to new research. Google’s on-device AI and robust call screening capabilities are outperforming Apple’s walled garden approach in scam prevention.
Google has released an unexpected late-October update for most Pixel devices, excluding only the Pixel Tablet. The 30MB update appears focused on security fixes rather than user-facing features, raising questions about Google’s update strategy.
Microsoft’s latest Xbox ecosystem update delivers dramatic performance improvements for PC and handheld gaming. The October refresh includes advanced shader delivery that makes games launch up to 10x faster on Xbox Ally devices while optimizing download speeds across the platform.
Apple’s November plans reveal a strategic software push with iOS 26.1 and beta testing for 26.2. The company may also refresh key products ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Google’s new Play Store age verification system requires users to submit sensitive documents or biometric scans. While aimed at protecting minors, this creates significant privacy and security concerns that demand closer examination.
Microsoft has launched App Builder, an AI agent that creates apps through conversational prompts in minutes. This ‘vibe coding’ approach could democratize app development but raises questions about code quality and security.
Samsung’s enterprise-focused Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro has begun receiving the One UI 8.0 update in Europe. The update brings significant interface improvements and marks the first of four promised major software updates for the rugged tablet.
Nintendo is bringing Animal Crossing: New Horizons back to life with a Switch 2 edition and substantial free update. The move represents a major strategic shift for the company’s second-best-selling Switch title.
Adobe is evolving beyond AI content generation with new conversational assistants for Photoshop and Express. These tools enable natural language editing and layer manipulation, representing a fundamental shift in creative workflows.
Samsung is officially launching its web browser for Windows with Galaxy AI integration. This marks a strategic shift toward cross-platform ecosystem building, but faces significant challenges in a crowded market.
According to Thurrott.com, Samsung is launching a beta version of its web browser fo
