Google is working on “microfuchsia,” a stripped down version of the company’s Fuchsia operating system that runs on the Google Nest Hub.

The Pixel 9 series is now rumored to adopt an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. Since the Pixel 6’s switch to an under-display fingerprint sensor, people have complained about unlock performance being a regression from the days of Pixel Imprint. Performance has improved over the years, but the Pixel 9 series is now rumored to adopt an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 are set to copy the clever dual-screen translation mode that Google launched on Pixel Fold.

With a full spec sheet, a new leak confirms Samsung's plans to add dust resistance to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 for the first time.

In our APK teardown, we discovered strings of code that suggest Google Messages will automatically upgrade MMS chats to RCS.

According to a new report, Google's Tensor G5 chip has reached the "tapeout" stage at TSMC, signaling the design is nearly finalized.

Details of this month’s security fixes can be found on the Android Security Bulletin: https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel

What’s included

The July 2024 update includes bug fixes and improvements for Pixel users – see below for details.

Camera

• General improvements for camera stability under certain conditions *[2]

System

• General improvements for system stability and performance in certain conditions *[3]

User Interface

• Fix for back gesture navigation not working in certain conditions *[1]

Device Applicability

Fixes are available for all supported Pixel devices unless otherwise indicated below. Some fixes may be carrier/region specific.

*[1] Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet
*[2] Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8
*[3] Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8, Pixel 8a

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