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How to update Google Play Services on your Samsung Galaxy?

To update Play Services, go to Settings > Google services on your Galaxy device, tap All services, and look for System services under the Privacy and security section. Tap System services, where you’ll find out if there are any pending updates for Google Play Services. Restart your device if prompted to ensure the latest update is applied after installation.

Your Galaxy phone could lose a key Samsung Wallet feature if you don't update Play Services

What's behind the Android 16 VPN leak?

The leak stems from a flaw in how Android 16 handles QUIC connection shutdowns. According to Mullvad, apps can abuse a system function tied to the Connectivity Manager service to send specific traffic outside the VPN tunnel. This means a malicious app could reveal a user's real IP address to external servers, even if the device is configured to block all non-VPN traffic. Mullvad says the issue affects all VPN apps on Android 16 because the vulnerability exists within the operating system itself. The Sweden-based VPN also noted that GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused Android-based operating system,

This serious Android VPN bug can leak your internet traffic – here's what you need to know

Google finally explains why AICore uses so much storage

…AICore enables on-device AI features like text summarization, writing tools, and proofreading. Google’s AICore app is key for on-device AI on your Android phone , as it maintains and updates…

May 4, 2026 · Hadlee Simons

AICore is turning 128GB Android phones into a storage nightmare

…way Why does Android AICore eat so much storage? Android AICore is a background service that manages machine learning models stored on your phone. It helps run features like scam detection, audio…

May 16, 2026 · Ben Khalesi

Google is giving you more control over search history and personalization

…able to manage both those features independently through two new settings: “Search Services History” and “Personalized Recommendations.” Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority ? Set us as a favorite…

May 27, 2026 · Akshay Gangwar

Microsoft May 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 120 flaws, no zero-days

…6 Security Feature Bypass Vulnerabilities 31 Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities 14 Information Disclosure Vulnerabilities 8 Denial of Service Vulnerabilities 13 Spoofing Vulnerabilities When BleepingComputer reports on Patch Tuesday security updates, we only…

May 12, 2026 · Lawrence Abrams

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r/Android · u/MishaalRahman · 3w ago

New features, emojis, & security improvements: Here’s everything new coming to Android!

Hi Reddit, We just wrapped up The Android Show | I/O Edition, and a core theme of the show was how we’re making your phone more helpful so that you can spend less time looking at it and more time living your life. To mak…

Apple takes a step towards Android by opening up Siri to third-party AI in IOS 27

…Gemini across Android, Search, and its apps , aiming to make it a true assistant replacement instead of just a chatbot. If Apple allows deeper integration, Gemini could bring features like real-time…

Mar 27, 2026 · Jay Bonggolto

Gemini on Android gets a new icon, smarter audio sharing, and a 'Luminous' look

…Gemini was the center of attention at The Android Show: I/O Edition 2026, thanks to all the new features and UX coming as part of the Gemini Intelligence update . The Gemini…

May 15, 2026 · Aamir Siddiqui

Google Play Store could soon warn you about dead Android apps on your phone

…We’ll keep you updated when we learn more about this move. ⚠️ An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress…

May 26, 2026 · Aamir Siddiqui

RCS in iOS 18: What You Need to Know About Apple's Android Messaging Overhaul

…between Android and iOS devices with iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4. The updates introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages, a security feature that…

Mar 14, 2025 · Juli Clover

That old Gmail username? You can finally change it

…I have been writing for Android Police since 2021, covering news, how-tos, and features. You can find my previous work on Neowin , AndroidBeat, Times of India, iPhoneHacks, MySmartPrice, and MakeUseOf . When…

Mar 31, 2026 · Rajesh Pandey

I test VPNs for a living and these are my top picks for Android

…What is the best VPN for Android? NordVPN is our pick for the best VPN for Android. Not only does it have the fastest speeds and most extensive feature set, but it…

Apr 29, 2026 · By Sam Singleton

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