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Galaxy Ring gets FDA clearance for sleep apnea
Samsung's Galaxy Ring has received FDA clearance to detect signs of sleep apnea, a first for smart rings on the market. The feature analyzes blood oxygen levels and motion during sleep for users over 18.
Full story at Droid Life ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Operating systems
Xiaomi reveals global HyperOS 4 rollout plan
Xiaomi has announced its global rollout roadmap for HyperOS 4, covering over 80 devices in three waves starting in early November. The update introduces a glass-inspired redesign, new customization options and Android 17-based improvements.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
watchOS 27.3 adds new audio features
The beta introduces Live Rewind and Siri Recap for Apple Watch, powered by the S11 chip. This lets users replay or get a summary of missed conversation moments.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Software & updates · Smartphones & apps
Apple expands Health app language support
Apple's redesigned Health app now supports more languages. This brings personalized health insights to a wider global audience.
Full story at apple.com ↗ - Operating systems · Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps
iOS 27.3 beta launches Apple Intelligence in China
Apple is testing select Apple Intelligence features in China in the iOS 27.3 beta. They integrate Alibaba's Qwen model, after Apple won approval from Chinese regulators.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware
Samsung rolls out better sleep apnea detection
Samsung's upgraded Sleep Apnea feature has been cleared by the FDA in the U.S. and the MFDS in South Korea. It is rolling out in the app for the Galaxy Ring and Watch 9, with deeper insights into breathing disruptions.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - IT industry & companies · Smartphones & apps
Apple posts record iPhone quarter
Apple reported US$57.58 billion in iPhone revenue for the fourth quarter, up 17 per cent year over year. It did so with a smaller-than-usual phone lineup.
Full story at MobileSyrup ↗ - Smartphones & apps
Daylight saving end throws Google Nest devices off
The end of US daylight saving time is causing problems on some Nest Hub and Nest Learning Thermostat devices. Users in areas without DST say clocks moved back an hour, leaving alarms, automations and schedules off.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Operating systems
Google confirms Pixel Watch battery bug
Google confirmed a battery drain bug affecting a small number of Pixel Watches, with some reporting around 12 hours of life. A fix is rolling out, and users should update all apps via the Play Store.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
iOS 27.3 brings new StandBy features to older iPhones
According to Apple, iOS 27.3 extends StandBy features first introduced on the iPhone Duo to all compatible iPhones, including iPhone 11 and newer. They include updated Analog and Digital Clock faces.
Full story at MacRumors ↗
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