A tech enthusiast tested whether an eight-year-old Google Pixel 3 XL could be reused as a home security camera and as an Android TV replacement instead of being discarded. Using the AlfredCamera app paired with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 as viewer, the Pixel served as a low-latency camera node with motion detection and two-way audio. The author found the security camera use case worked well, while the Android TV box conversion was less successful, though specific limitations of that experiment weren't detailed.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-26
Multiple Samsung Galaxy device owners, mostly using the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, report that YouTube videos freeze with audio still playing after switching away from the app and back. The issue has been discussed for weeks on a Korean Samsung community forum, with some users of the standard Z Fold 8 and Galaxy S26 Ultra also reporting similar problems. Samsung has not publicly responded to the reports.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-25
Amazon is currently selling Samsung's Galaxy A57 5G for $449.99, down from its $549.99 list price, an 18% discount. The phone features a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a triple-camera system, and a 5,000mAh battery, and carries a 4.4-star customer rating.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-25
Google Messages is widely rolling out a redesigned long-press menu to users on the stable app, moving action items like Reply, Forward, Copy, Star, Delete and Info into a floating list near the selected message instead of a top toolbar. The update also adds selective text copying, letting users drag selection handles to copy only part of a message rather than the whole thing. The feature had previously been available only to beta testers since August, and reports suggest it now appears on both Pixel and Samsung devices.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-25
Android Authority's three-week test of the Galaxy Watch 9 found a comfortable design, bright display, and expanded health and fitness tracking features. The reviewer notes pricing has risen about $30 over the Watch 8 at each tier, and there is no Watch 8 Classic successor this year, leaving the rotating bezel model available only in last year's Galaxy Watch 8 Classic. Battery life remains the standout weakness, requiring nightly charging to use the watch's features fully.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-25
Samsung confirmed that a firmware update pushed through its SmartThings app this week caused many Bespoke AI Family Hub refrigerators in South Korea to lose power and go offline, showing an update error on their screens. The company said the update was mistakenly released during internal testing and has since halted its distribution while preparing a fix. Affected owners reported spoiled groceries, with some losing large amounts of food during the Chuseok holiday period.
techspot.com
· 2026-09-24
Amazon has cut the price of Samsung's 27-inch Odyssey G3 gaming monitor by 33%, from $229.99 to $154.99. The 1080p display offers a 180Hz refresh rate, 1ms MPRT response time, AMD FreeSync Premium support, and gaming aids like Black Equalizer and Virtual Aim Point.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-24
New leaked images published by Android Headlines show close-up renders and apparent marketing material for Samsung's unannounced clip-on earbuds. The design features two rounded bulbs joined by an arched bridge, with a wider flat piece that hooks behind the ear and a rounder speaker unit that sits near the ear canal, plus a visible microphone.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-24
Android Authority's review of the Google Pixel 11 finds the $899 phone doubles base storage over its predecessor and pairs a larger 48MP main camera with a slimmer all-glass camera bar. The reviewer reports the Tensor G6 chip underperforms rivals and, lacking the vapor chamber in Pro models, causes real overheating and stuttering during everyday use.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-24
A faulty test firmware update pushed by Samsung to some smart refrigerator models in South Korea left units frozen mid-update, disabling features like auto-open doors, interior lighting and temperature control. The malfunction struck days before the Chuseok holiday, when many households had stocked up on food, and repair technicians were reportedly unable to reach some customers until October 1 or 7 due to the holiday schedule.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-09-24
Samsung mistakenly pushed internal test software to SmartThings-connected refrigerators in Korea, causing some units—mainly newer Bespoke AI four-door models—to lose power, freeze up, and stop cooling. Owners reported spoiled food, and Samsung said it is prioritizing emergency service through its centers, though some customers were told repairs might not happen until after Chuseok or even October.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-23
The triangle symbol appearing on some Samsung Galaxy phones indicates that Data Saver mode is active, a feature found in Settings > Connections > Data usage that is off by default. When enabled, only the app currently in use can access the internet, while background apps lose their connection and cannot perform tasks like uploading video.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-23
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