Android Authority found new code strings in Android Canary 2609 revealing that Google's in-development AI clock feature will let users edit, delete, rate, and generate multiple custom lock screen clock styles. The strings also point to cloud backup and device-to-device transfer support, meaning custom clocks could carry over when someone switches to a new Pixel phone. The feature remains non-functional in current Canary builds, so it's still under active development.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-17
Numerous Android users report that YouTube's full-screen video player is being partially obscured by suggested 'watch next' videos, blocking the progress bar and preventing scrubbing. The issue has reportedly been occurring since at least April, with a fresh wave of complaints emerging recently, including from Android Authority's own staff who saw it appear and disappear intermittently. Google has not publicly acknowledged the glitch, leaving users uncertain whether it's a bug or a UI experiment.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-17
Apple's iOS 27 update introduces the ability to shrink or expand the clock on the iPhone lock screen, building on previous features like removable controls and movable widgets. Users can now toggle between a compact clock near the top and an enlarged version that takes up roughly a third of the screen, adjustable through the Wallpaper settings menu.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Casemaker dbrand has released a full set of accessories for Apple's newly announced iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro/Max, including the MNML minimalist case, the Ghost clear case with a lifetime no-yellowing guarantee, the grippy Grip case, the rugged Tank case, customizable Skin vinyl wraps, and the Prism screen protector. Pricing ranges from around $39 for MNML to $59.95 for Ghost, with some products supporting both new iPhone models.
9to5mac.com
· 2026-09-15
General Motors is rolling out a redesigned user interface for its trucks starting in 2027, developed with input from a designer who previously worked at Apple. Rather than following the industry trend of expanding touchscreen real estate, the new design restores physical controls that drivers can push, turn, and click alongside the display.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-15
Google is rolling out a Play Services update that lets a phone's IMEI number appear in emergency info accessible from the lock screen, without unlocking the device. The feature targets devices running Android 12 or newer and is meant to help identify a phone's owner if it's lost or found. Users can disable it through Settings under Security & Privacy, Lost Device Protection, and Theft Protection.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-15
Apple has officially launched iOS 27 alongside an iOS 26.7 update for users who haven't upgraded, both shipping the same day with over 120 security patches. iOS 27 introduces new photo editing tools, adjustable Liquid Glass visuals, simpler location sharing, weak-password replacement, revamped Screen Time controls, and an AI-driven version of Siri that can converse and complete tasks like ChatGPT or Gemini.
zdnet.com
· 2026-09-15
Apple's newly released 2027 operating system updates add a broader set of Screen Time and parental control tools tied to Child Accounts, which are mandatory for users under 13. New capabilities include simplified account setup, an 'Ask to Browse' option for requesting access to blocked websites, contact approval requirements, and customizable daily time limits and schedules for app categories like Games and Social Media.
9to5mac.com
· 2026-09-15
Apple's built-in Screen Time feature lets iPhone users restrict access to distracting apps through two main tools: Downtime, which blocks all but selected apps and contacts during set hours, and App Limits, which caps daily usage for specific app categories or individual apps. Users can customize schedules by day, receive warnings before restrictions kick in, and sync these limits across all Apple devices tied to their Apple Account.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-14
Yoto's Mini, a screen-free portable audio player for children, has been named winner of the Best Design Europe, Middle East, and Africa category at the 2026 Innovation by Design Awards. The device lets kids listen to stories and music without a screen or algorithm-driven recommendations, relying instead on physical cards to select content.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-14
iOS 27 introduces a slider in Settings under Appearance that replaces the old on/off toggles for the Liquid Glass interface, letting users choose between a more transparent or more opaque look, with a live preview shown on screen. The Lock Screen's glass intensity setting remains a separate control. iOS 27 is compatible with iPhone 11 and later models.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-13
Smartphones pick up significant grime through constant handling, with studies showing they can carry far more bacteria than a toilet seat. Despite this, cleaning experts caution against using Windex, compressed air, hydrogen peroxide or bleach on phone screens, since these substances can permanently damage the display's protective coating.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-13
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