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Galaxy S26 users in the US have received an update enabling Quick Share to work with Apple's AirDrop, allowing seamless file sharing between Samsung and iPhone devices.

The Galaxy A57 improves on the A56 with a Super AMOLED+ display, Exynos 1680 chip, 8GB RAM standard, Wi-Fi 6E, IP68 rating, and thinner design, but starts at €529/$549 versus the A56's €479/$499 launch price.
Nomad launches its first Android tracker, the Tracking Card Air, compatible with Google's Find Hub. It's touted as the thinnest and lightest option, costing $29.

vivo has revealed key specifications for the X300 Ultra ahead of its launch, confirming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 2K 144Hz display, 200MP triple camera system, 100W wired charging, and global availability.

Samsung has released the first One UI 8.5 beta update for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, beginning in India. The update, labeled Beta 2, primarily addresses minor issues and bug fixes. A wider regional rollout is expected to follow soon.

Samsung is developing the Exynos 2800 SoC for the Galaxy S28, expected in 2028. It will use a 2nm process, with a focus on design optimization and yield stabilization rather than annual size reductions.

Google's Gemini AI assistant for Android Auto continues to have an inconsistent rollout months after launch, with many users reporting they still don't have access to the feature despite the gradual deployment beginning approximately four months ago.

Samsung has expanded the One UI 8.5 beta beyond the Galaxy S25 series to include older flagships, foldables, and mid-range devices, offering users early access to the upcoming software update.

Noble Mobile is offering a $100 cash bonus for new customers who stay with their service for six months, adding to their existing program that rewards users with up to $20 monthly for using less than 20GB of data.

Comparison renders reveal the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide's dimensions versus the standard Fold 8, showing Samsung's new foldable variant will be noticeably wider.

OnePlus may be preparing to withdraw from several global markets, including Europe, as part of a strategic shift by parent company OPPO. This could significantly reduce competition for Samsung in critical regions where both brands compete in mid-range and flagship segments.

Oppo has officially announced the K15 Pro series will launch in China on April 1, succeeding the K13 Turbo models with metal frames, LED lighting, and rumored Dimensity 8500/9500s chipsets and massive batteries up to 7,760mAh.