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Garmin Extends Fenix 9 Software to Older Watches, Shaping a Unified Platform
technology6 hours ago

Garmin Extends Fenix 9 Software to Older Watches, Shaping a Unified Platform

Garmin plans to back-port most Fenix 9 software features to existing Fenix 8 models and other GarminOS watches (e.g., Forerunner 970/570, Venu X1), unifying firmware across the platform. Highlights include Epic events, Stamina analytics, rucking-related metrics, and Garmin Messenger updates—enabled on many devices—while the Fenix 9 Pro’s newer hardware accelerates mapping. Some mapping features and ArcheryX remain hardware-limited. Rollout timing isn’t publicly defined yet, marking a major shift away from model-by-model feature drops toward broad, cross-device updates.

via DC Rainmaker|
#fenix-8#fenix-9#garmin
Samsung Extends Update Lifespan for Flagship Galaxy Tabs While Budget A9 Loses Android Support by 2027
technology3 days ago

Samsung Extends Update Lifespan for Flagship Galaxy Tabs While Budget A9 Loses Android Support by 2027

Samsung will extend software and security updates for its newer Galaxy Tabs, prioritizing long lifespans for the Tab S10 lineup (through 2031–2032) while the budget Galaxy Tab A9/A9+ will lose Android updates in October 2026 and security patches in 2027; other models see major Android updates end between 2025–2027 with some exceptions, and security updates continuing into 2028 for many devices.

via bgr.com|
#android-updates#galaxy-tab#samsung
Apple Warns Mercenary Spyware Is Real and Demands Swift Action
cybersecurity10 days ago

Apple Warns Mercenary Spyware Is Real and Demands Swift Action

Apple warns that mercenary spyware attacks are highly sophisticated and targeted, so if you receive an Apple threat notification you should take it seriously: enable Lockdown Mode, contact the 24/7 Digital Security Helpline, and install the latest software updates, while remaining cautious of unknown links and enabling multifactor authentication.

via CNET|
#apple-threat-notifications#cybersecurity#digital-security-helpline
Rivian Aims for 2027 Full Point-to-Point Autonomy
technology10 days ago

Rivian Aims for 2027 Full Point-to-Point Autonomy

Rivian outlined an Autonomy+ roadmap indicating point-to-point assisted driving will roll out in limited form later this year and expand to all owners by 2027, with the system remaining an eyes-on, driver-supervised setup. The company cites a shorter gap between Universal Hands Free and Point-to-Point, the Large Driving Model, and fleet miles behind the scenes as reasons for the timeline. The update also adds Lane Change on Command to all roads and displays traffic signals, signs, and cones on the driver screen, but details on who gets access first, target vehicles, or geographic rollout remain unclear.

via RivianTrackr|
#autonomy#point-to-point#rivian
Galaxy S23 Era Ends as Samsung Confirms Final Major Update
technology17 days ago

Galaxy S23 Era Ends as Samsung Confirms Final Major Update

Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S23 lineup (including the S23 FE) will receive One UI 9.0 based on Android 17 as their last major software update, effectively concluding the four-year update promise. A future One UI 9.5 update is unlikely, with expectations that Samsung’s next big update cycle will begin with the Galaxy S27 line. The article notes the end of an era for S23, alongside ongoing deals on older Samsung models.

via PhoneArena|
#android-17#galaxy-s23#one-ui-9
Samsung confirms One UI 9.0 will be the final major update for Galaxy S23 lineup
technology17 days ago

Samsung confirms One UI 9.0 will be the final major update for Galaxy S23 lineup

Samsung has officially confirmed that the Galaxy S23 series (S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, and S23 FE) will receive four major Android OS upgrades, with Android 17 and One UI 9.0 slated as the final update; the devices are currently on One UI 8.5 (Android 16 QPR2) and are reportedly in testing for the new software, per a screenshot of Samsung's reply shared by tipster Tarun Vats.

via SamMobile|
#android-17#galaxy-s23#galaxy-s23-fe
Apple tests iOS 26.6.1 as iPhone updates speed up
technology18 days ago

Apple tests iOS 26.6.1 as iPhone updates speed up

Apple is testing iOS 26.6.1 for iPhone after the public release of 26.6, with evidence from 9to5Mac and MacRumors; internal tests don’t always become public, but if released the update would likely focus on bug fixes or security improvements as Apple accelerates iPhone software updates, with iOS 27 still in beta for a likely next-month rollout.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#ios#iphone
No downgrade: Samsung’s S23 OS updates still cap at Android 17
technology19 days ago

No downgrade: Samsung’s S23 OS updates still cap at Android 17

A viral claim that Samsung reduced Galaxy S23 OS support to Android 17 is incorrect. Samsung’s policy has long promised four major Android OS upgrades for the S23 lineup, from Android 13 through Android 17. The confusion came from a support-agent mix-up about the launch version; if the start is assumed to be Android 14, counting four upgrades would imply Android 18, which is not the policy. Mid-cycle updates like One UI 8.5 don’t count as major OS upgrades, so Android 17 remains the final major upgrade, after which Samsung will continue security patches for a year or two. There’s no announced policy change from Samsung.

via sammyfans.com|
#android-17#galaxy-s23#one-ui
Galaxy Watch 9 gains five major Wear OS upgrades, extending support through 2031
wearables1 month ago

Galaxy Watch 9 gains five major Wear OS upgrades, extending support through 2031

Samsung has extended software support for the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 to five major Wear OS upgrades plus five years of security updates, likely thanks to the new 3nm Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, meaning updates through 2031; the watches ship with Wear OS 7/One UI 9, start at $380 (Watch 9) and $700 (Ultra 2), and go on sale August 7.

via Android Central|
#galaxy-watch-ultra-2#samsung-galaxy-watch-9#snapdragon-wear-elite
Trump Mobile T1: Big storage, dubious updates, questionable value
technology1 month ago

Trump Mobile T1: Big storage, dubious updates, questionable value

Hands-on with the Trump Mobile T1 shows a $499 Android mid-ranger with a 6.8" OLED, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 12GB RAM/512GB storage, 50MP triple cameras, a 3.5mm jack and microSD, and a 33W charger in the box. Yet it’s built with questionable quality, runs Android 15 with no clear update roadmap, includes preinstalled Doctegrity and Truth Social apps, and offers little value against rivals like the Pixel 10a or Nothing Phone 4a Pro. Overall, the review deems the T1 poor and potentially the worst phone of 2026 so far.

via Android Authority|
#android#review#smartphones
Samsung and Google Pixel Dominate Android Longevity, Users Say
technology1 month ago

Samsung and Google Pixel Dominate Android Longevity, Users Say

Online discussions crown Samsung and Google Pixel as the most reliable Android phones, thanks to solid hardware and long, consistent software support (Samsung reportedly up to seven years of updates; Pixel with a similar lifecycle). OnePlus and Motorola are seen as credible contenders but generally offer shorter update cycles (OnePlus four major OS updates for flagships; Motorola around three years of security), making Samsung and Pixel the clearest choices for longevity.

via bgr.com|
#android#google-pixel#samsung
Longevity playbook: 7 must-haves for a phone that lasts years
technology1 month ago

Longevity playbook: 7 must-haves for a phone that lasts years

A practical checklist for buying a phone that stays usable for years: prioritize a long update policy (top brands offer up to seven years of OS/security updates), check battery cycle ratings (Samsung leads with around 2,000 cycles, Pixel about 1,000), opt for a large battery (5,000mAh+), ensure ample storage (256GB base recommended, with microSD where available), demand solid performance (modern chips and 8GB RAM or more), consider durability (strong glass like Victus and solid IP ratings), and verify repairability/spare-parts access (official repair networks or easy DIY options).

via Android Authority|
#battery-life#durability#repairability
MacBook Longevity: Pro and Air Endure About the Same
technology2 months ago

MacBook Longevity: Pro and Air Endure About the Same

Both MacBook Pro and MacBook Air are portrayed as durable choices with lifespans around seven to ten years, depending on usage; Apple Silicon helps maintain software support longer, and even after Intel-era updates end, security patches can extend usefulness for years; in practice, longevity comes down to what you do with the laptop, so pick based on budget and needs rather than just durability.

via bgr.com|
#apple#apple-silicon#macbook-air
Razr Ultra 2026 vs Galaxy Z Flip 7: bigger battery and faster charging clash with updates and price
technology2 months ago

Razr Ultra 2026 vs Galaxy Z Flip 7: bigger battery and faster charging clash with updates and price

In a hands-on comparison, Motorola’s Razr Ultra (2026) leads with a larger battery and faster charging, but Motorola lags on software updates; Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 undercuts on price, adds edge-to-edge cover screen and DeX support, and offers longer software support, making the two devices a trade-off between longevity and upfront value.

via PhoneArena|
#battery-life#foldable-phones#motorola-razr-ultra-2026