Google has released the Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 update, a few days after the first release. The update is rolling out for eligible users, and you can install it via the Settings app. It’s a follow-up to the last build and hence, includes mainly fixes and optimizations. We haven’t seen the stable Android 17 update, but Google is already previewing the next Feature Drop based on Android 17. It means the stable build is ready, and perhaps will start rolling out during the I/O event. Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 update changelog Meanwhile, the current release is available for…
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Samsung has just released the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, just a few hours after it began rolling out the update for the Galaxy S25 series phones and S25 FE. The rollout is limited to South Korea and those who participated in the beta program. It seems the One UI 8.5 beta program has ended with this stable rollout now available for multiple phones. Interestingly, these phones did not start the beta program at the same time, but they are receiving the stable build simultaneously. We may see a stable rollout…
Samsung has finally begun rolling out the Galaxy S25 FE stable One UI 8.5 update. The rollout is currently live for the Galaxy S25 series, but it is limited to those in South Korea. It is the same for the Galaxy S25 FE users, and only those who participated in the beta program are receiving the upgrade. Details of the Galaxy S25 FE stable One UI 8.5 update Galaxy S25 FE stable One UI 8.5 update is rolling out with a firmware version S731NKSU6BZDP. It is coming with all the anticipated features, but is already available for beta testers. If…
Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update. The rollout is currently available for select users and just a single region. We expect expansion to other countries in the coming hours, in the absence of any bugs. As expected, the stable One UI 8.5 update is rolling out for the Galaxy S25 users. This means users of the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra can install the update. However, you must be living in South Korea to receive the update at the time of this report. Usually, Samsung will extend the rollout to Europe, Asia,…
Android has always been an open system where users can customize their device however they want. Unfortunately, Google and other smartphone companies have been limiting these privileges. It’s not the first time we’ve seen a smartphone company raise its requirements for bootloader unlocking, and with the May 2026 update, it becomes impossible for some Pixel phones to roll back to older Android versions. Google has released anti-rollback measures with the latest security patch update. However, these restrictions are for the Pixel 10 series phones. It includes the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel Fold. These…
Google has just released the May 2026 security patch update, and as expected, it comes with bug fixes and system optimization. Prior to the release, there have been reports of slow wireless charging and battery drain that started after the March security patch, but it seems that only the issues have been resolved. Google fixes the Slow wireless charging issue with the May 2026 security patch According to the May 2026 security patch update changelog, a “Fix for slow wireless charging speeds when the battery level is between 75% and 80% in certain conditions” is included in the package. That’s…
Google has released the May 2026 security patch for Pixel phones. It’s a global release, meaning all the eligible devices are receiving the upgrade in every region. The May 2026 security patch update for Pixel phones is rolling out with a firmware version CP1A.260505.005. It bumps the Android security patch level to May and patches all security vulnerabilities reported before the release. That means only a single security issue was resolved in the Android 16 May patch dated 2026-05-01. Additionally, the update comes with many bug fixes and optimizations. We recommend installing it when prompted, or you can check for…
The May 2026 Google Play system update has just been announced. As usual, the rollout has yet to start and will likely take a few weeks before it becomes available on eligible phones. With the release note, we know what will be coming with the build when it finally starts hitting eligible devices. Google Play system update is not for phones; it is also available for Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Android Auto, and PC. However, some features are exclusive to developers while others apply to end users. We always recommend installing the update as it comes with new features, optimization,…
It has been months since Samsung started testing the One UI 8.5 build, but it has yet to release the stable update. While the company never announced a release date, reports hinted at April 30. Of course, that did not happen as the stable One UI 8.5 has yet to start seeding. Meanwhile, a new release date has been tipped, and we might finally see the release this week. According to recent reports, Samsung will start rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update on May 8. The rollout will start with the Galaxy S25 series phones, Galaxy Z Fold…
Instagram is one of the most popular social media apps in the world at the moment. It is the home of millions of videos. However, you can not view them anonymously, even if you try, as the platform does not offer such a feature. Of course, many third-party websites claim to allow you to watch someone’s Instagram story without them knowing. While that might be true, you risk losing your account as it goes against Instagram policy to use a third-party website to access your account. Nevertheless, there are ways to view IG stories anonymously and without putting your account…