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One UI 9 brings connection problems to some Galaxy phones
The stable One UI 9 arrived after months of beta testing. Many Galaxy users still report Wi-Fi and mobile data issues.
Full story at Android Police ↗ - Smartphones & apps
Apple starts its extended holiday return policy
Most products bought between November 6 and December 25 can be returned through January 8, 2027. Some items, including certain carrier-financed iPhones and iPads, are excluded.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
Google's Find Hub adds left-behind alerts
The new "Notify when left behind" feature alerts you when you move away from an item with a Bluetooth tracker. Apple has offered similar alerts through Find My for years.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - Chips & hardware · Smartphones & apps
Samsung launches SmartTag 3 in the U.S.
The Galaxy SmartTag 3 tracker is on sale with a slimmer design and long-range tracking. It adds Place Notification and Movement Detection Alert.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware
Samsung's Galaxy Buds On and SmartTag 3 go on sale in the US
The Galaxy Buds On cost $229 in the US, and the SmartTag 3 starts at $29. The tracker adds Proactive Alerts, an expanded compass view and iOS compatibility.
Full story at Droid Life ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Software & updates
Chrome for Android tests colorful Settings icons
Google is testing colorful icons in Chrome for Android's Settings, closer to the iOS version. The changes are in Chrome Canary behind a flag, with no word on a stable rollout.
Full story at Android Authority ↗
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