Android Authority found that Google is developing a UI change for the Phone by Google app that would move the Contacts tab back into the bottom navigation bar, alongside Home and Keypad. The feature was uncovered in beta version 240.0.986973448 and enabled through manual tinkering, not yet a public rollout. Currently, Contacts sits in a sidebar menu after Google's Material 3 Expressive redesign removed it from the main navigation last year.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-25
Google is updating Chrome so that tabs sent between devices now retain the exact scroll position and any partially filled forms, letting users resume reading or complete forms seamlessly across desktop and mobile. Gemini in Chrome is also expanding its ability to analyze, summarize, and quiz users on podcasts and non-YouTube videos, in addition to documents and webpages it already supports.
theverge.com
· 2026-09-24
Leaked marketing renders, reproduced via Gemini from watermarked Samsung materials, show the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Tab S12 Ultra in gray with aluminum unibody designs. The Plus reportedly has a 12.6-inch display, dual speakers and a 10,600mAh battery, while the Ultra keeps its display notch, quad speakers, dual rear cameras and an 11,600mAh battery. Both are said to use MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 chip, with US prices reportedly starting at $1,200 and $1,400 respectively.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-23
New render images from leaker Evan Blass show the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra retains last year's design, including its small notch and dual separate rear cameras. Separately, leaker Roland Quandt shared purported Samsung EU Energy Labels for the Tab S12 Plus and Ultra, listing model numbers SM-X840 and SM-X846B and rating the Ultra for nearly 89 hours of battery life versus just over 80 hours for the Plus, with both tablets carrying IP68 protection. Leaks point to an October 7 debut for the lineup.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-23
The TCL TAB A1, an 11.1-inch Android tablet, is currently discounted to $179.99 on Amazon, down $40 from its $219.99 list price. That 18% cut ties the device's lowest recorded price. The tablet ships with Android 16, a promised upgrade to Android 17, and Gemini integration.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-22
A software utility lets users replace their browser's default new tab page with a personalized dashboard for organizing bookmarks and frequently visited sites. The tool works across most major browsers, not just Chrome, giving users a consistent launchpad experience regardless of which browser they use.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-20
A detailed leak from Winfuture has disclosed complete specifications for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Ultra tablets, both powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip. The Plus reportedly gets a 12.6-inch display and up to 12GB RAM with a 10,600mAh battery, while the Ultra features a larger 14.6-inch screen, up to 16GB RAM, and an 11,600mAh battery. Both tablets are said to launch on October 7 in silver and gray color options.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-18
Android Authority found new code in Google Photos version 7.93.0 that adds direct Copy and Download options to the app's QR code sharing screen for albums. Currently, the app only lets users take a screenshot of the generated code to share it, but this hidden feature would let them save or copy the code directly instead.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-17
Apple has released an early version of its redesigned Health app to developers testing iOS 27.2, ahead of a planned public rollout later in 2026. The update adds an Insights tab summarizing sleep, fitness and readiness trends, plus a Longevity tab featuring a 'Health Age' score and movement assessments for flexibility, strength and balance, with commentary from health experts tied to user data.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-16
Apple released iOS 27.2 beta 1 to developers, skipping version 27.1, bringing the revamped Health app it teased at its September event. The update adds an Insights tab powered by Apple Intelligence and a Longevity tab featuring Health Age and AI-driven movement assessments for flexibility, strength and balance.
9to5mac.com
· 2026-09-16
Apple's redesigned Health app appeared in the first iOS 27.2 developer beta, adding an Insights tab with Apple Intelligence-driven suggestions, a Longevity tab showing a Health Age and readiness score, at-home movement assessments, and eventually blood panel ordering through Quest Diagnostics. Apple says some features, including personalized summaries and recommendations, will roll out gradually across future betas ahead of a full public release in late 2026.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-16
Apple has released the first developer beta of iOS 27.2 featuring its overhauled Health app, first unveiled at last week's event by VP of Health and Fitness Sumbul Desai. Key additions like an AI-powered Insights tab, a Longevity tab with Health Age scoring, readiness metrics, at-home movement assessments, and Quest Diagnostics blood panel ordering will roll out gradually across future betas rather than all at once. Apple says the full public release is expected in late 2026, with beta feedback shaping the final version.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-16
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