Google is widening the rollout of a redesigned Google Wallet card selector that replaces the horizontal card carousel with a vertically stacked list of saved debit and credit cards. The new layout opens as a separate screen, leaving transit cards, loyalty cards, and passes accessible from the main Wallet screen as before. Android Authority says the interface, previously seen only by a small number of users, has now appeared on Pixel phones used by its own team.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-07
Code strings found in a new Google Messages beta build indicate the app will remove the ability to turn off RCS for individual conversations, forcing users back to SMS/MMS only on a conversation-by-conversation basis. The strings show an in-app banner warning that the 'Only send SMS & MMS messages' setting is going away, offering users the choice to switch to RCS now or have it switched automatically.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Android Authority surveyed 2,252 readers on whether they'd buy the upcoming OnePlus 16 if it were sold in their market. 61% said they'd buy it without question, 32% said it would depend on price, and only 7% said no. OnePlus plans to launch the phone in China this month with wider availability expected in November, after exiting the North American market.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Amazon has reduced the XREAL xbx a01 Plus AR glasses to $254, marking the first price cut since their launch and saving buyers $45. The lightweight glasses, weighing about 62 grams, feature a bright display of approximately 1,600 nits and are designed for portable gaming, travel, and media consumption. The deal is exclusive to Amazon Prime members during Prime Day.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Amazon is offering the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB at a discounted price of $1,179.99, down from its original $1,599.99, representing a 26% reduction. The device features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, with additional enhancements like AI features and improved stabilization.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Amazon is offering the Google Pixel 11 Pro at a record-low price of $849, down from its usual $1,099, marking a 23% discount. The device features a 6.3-inch display, high-end hardware, advanced AI capabilities, and a robust camera system, making it a compact flagship option. The deal requires an Amazon Prime membership to access the discount.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Amazon is offering the Nothing Headphone (a) at a discounted price of $129, down from $199, representing a 35% savings. The over-ear headphones feature a 135-hour battery life with ANC off, adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC, Hi-Res Audio, and USB-C audio, along with tactile controls and IP52 splash resistance.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Googlebook OS's Chrome browser does not support multiple user profiles, a feature available on Chrome OS and iOS. Users can only access account settings through the profile icon, with no option to switch profiles directly within the browser. Google has acknowledged the absence and indicated that a feature request has been submitted.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Anker's compact 100W GaN charger with three ports is now available at Amazon for $45.99, down from $69.99. The device features two USB-C ports capable of delivering 100W each and a third lower-power port, along with a smart display showing real-time charging data. The deal is exclusive to Amazon Prime members and includes an 18-month warranty.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Google is testing a redesign for Search Live in the Google app that allows users to minimize and reposition the camera feed, reducing screen clutter. The update also removes the glow effect around the video feed and may relocate the transcript button, which has currently disappeared in beta versions. These changes aim to shift focus from the camera view to the answers provided by Search Live.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Google has temporarily suspended accepting vulnerability reports through its OSS VRP after experiencing a significant increase in automated submissions, many of which are invalid. The company plans to revise the program in early 2027 to address the issue, citing that most recent reports are not genuine bugs. This move follows earlier warnings about a rise in AI-generated, sometimes hallucinated, vulnerability reports.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
Amazon has reduced the Google Pixel Watch 5 (41mm, Wi-Fi) to $334.99, marking its first discount since launch and saving buyers $65 from the original $399.99 retail price. The smartwatch features a compact design, Wear OS, enhanced GPS, health tools, and Fitbit integration, with a 30-hour battery life and a 4.6-star rating. The deal requires Amazon Prime membership, available with a free trial.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-06
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