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I found a hidden Android tool that solves all my tiny text troubles

ZDNet

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. When the print on your Android display is too small to read, and the pinch-to-zoom feature isn't working as expected, try this. Jack Wallen is what happens when a Gen Xer mind-melds with present-day snark. Android has a built-in magnifier to help you see the screen better. This feature has been around since Android 15.


Samsung's new SmartTag 3 debuts with next-gen Bluetooth โ€“ and one big problem

ZDNet

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. The Galaxy SmartTag 3 supports emerging Bluetooth tracking tech, but it's not a match for Samsung's OS exclusivity. Jada Jones is a journalist based outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag 3 is now available for purchase in the US, promising a smaller, lighter design than previous generations, compatibility with iOS devices, 550 days of battery life, an NFC-powered Lost Mode, Left Behind Alerts, and an IP67 dust-and water-resistant rating. Though the Galaxy SmartTag 3 is compatible with iOS devices, the features available to Apple fans are limited, with Ring Phone, Left Behind Alerts, and Compass View reserved for Galaxy users.


Android is getting my favorite iOS tracking feature โ€“ what to expect

ZDNet

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. 'Notify when left behind' is making its way to Android - but to limited devices for now. Jada Jones is a journalist based outside of Atlanta, Georgia. "Notify when left behind" appears in Google's Find Hub. It notifies you when registered devices are left at an unsaved location.


I tested the RedMagic 12 Pro โ€“ and it's the fastest Android I've ever seen

ZDNet

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. I tested the RedMagic 12 Pro - and it's the fastest Android I've ever seen If it's possible to release a flagship phone while at the same time making it appear more like a midrange phone, Red Magic has found a way. Jack Wallen is what happens when a Gen Xer mind-melds with present-day snark. The RedMagic 12 Pro is an elite Android phone. Outperforming all current Pixel devices, this thing is a beast.


Stop data brokers from selling your info with this 95 Surfshark bundle

PCWorld

The Dell Laptop Buying Guide UK: Which Dell Laptop Should You Buy? When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Get a VPN, antivirus, breach alerts, and Incogni data removal with a one-year Surfshark One+ subscription for $95, on sale for 62% off. AI tools make it easier than ever to pull your name, address, and phone number from data broker sites into one profile, and those sites sell that information to anyone who pays. A one-year Surfshark One+ subscription with Incogni gets your data removed from more than 420 of those sites and alerts you if it shows up in a breach -- and it's on sale for $95 (reg.


Android lets you 'bubble' apps for easy access now โ€“ how it works

ZDNet

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Android lets you'bubble' apps for easy access now - how it works Keep your most-used apps accessible with this new feature. Artie Beaty is a freelance writer, based just outside Charlotte, with a passion for smart home tech and tech news. Android 17 has introduced app bubbles. You can isolate an app so its icon is always on top.


WhatsApp like a pro with these 7 expert tricks and hidden features

Popular Science

There's lots to dig into in this hugely popular messaging app. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Have we got some tips for you. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. When it comes to the mobile app heavyweights, few can beat WhatsApp.


Amazon's new Alexa tablets will have full access to Google Play

Engadget

Amazon's tablets have always ran a forked version of Android with its own ecosystem, apps and app store. It's been that way since the company launched the original Kindle Fire way back in 2011. The company's latest Alexa Tablets also run custom Android, and they come preloaded with Kindle, Prime Video, Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Quick and Amazon Luna. However, unlike their predecessors, they have full access to the Google Play store and all the apps you can download from it, as well. Previous Amazon tablets only had access to the Amazon Appstore, which has a much smaller number of applications.


7 Best Smartwatch Models: Apple, Google, Garmin (2026)

WIRED

These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected. It elevates your outfit and makes you feel good. The best smartwatch can do even more, from tracking your workouts and heart rate to serving as a notification hub and accessing voice assistants. You can leave your phone in your pocket and use your wrist for simple tasks. Like many consumer gadgets today, wearables have gotten pricier, driven by several factors, including rising component costs and supply chain pressures. There are plenty of solid options, in various styles, at a range of prices, and with different levels of smarts. Below is a roundup of the best smartwatches I've tested. While not a major upgrade from its predecessor, the Apple Watch Series 12 is the best everyday smartwatch for most iPhone users.


Got an Android Phone? Google Thinks You'll Probably Want a Googlebook Laptop

WIRED

Apple lovers have long enjoyed seamless connectivity between their iPhones and Macs. Apple's hardware synergy means you can launch iPhone apps right from the macOS desktop, respond to texts without picking up your iPhone, and even copy text on one platform and paste it on the other. That kind of seamless connectivity does not natively exist for Android phone owners at the operating system level. Google's trying to change that with Googlebooks, a new class of laptop. First teased in May, the company finally shared more details about the new OS at a media-only event in New York City last week.