2+ mon, 2+ week ago (449+ words) Millions of creators can now dub videos to reach a global audience. YouTube's frustrating language barrier is officially gone as the platform's multi-language audio feature is now available to millions of creators. Starting now, millions of YouTube creators can add multi-language audio to their videos, YouTube announced in a blog post. The feature, fine-tuned over a two-year test phase, is built to help them tap into a bigger global audience. The full rollout should wrap up in the next few weeks. The feature relies on Google's Gemini AI in order to recreate the creator's voice and emotions for translations that feel genuine. Creators have two dubbing options: manual or automatic. With manual dubbing, they can upload their own voiceovers or bring in professional talent. Automatic dubbing, on the other hand, uses machine translation and synthetic voices to create new audio…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago (448+ words) Samsung's next Ultra model could finally solve your public-screen anxiety. Samsung is reportedly working on a clever new privacy trick for its next big software update, and all signs point to the Galaxy S26 Ultra being first in line to show it off. A recent teardown of supposed One UI 8.5 builds, thanks to Android Authority, has uncovered code strings referencing something called Private Display or Privacy Display. This potential feature is presumably designed to limit how much of your screen can be seen from side angles. The idea is simple but smart: if you're on a bus or standing in a crowded line, the person next to you shouldn't get an eyeful of your banking details or private chats. According to the leaked code strings, Private Display isn't just a manual toggle. Samsung is baking in some intelligence here. The feature…...

3+ mon, 2+ day ago (452+ words) Only developers who verify their identity will be able to let users sideload their apps. Forget the old days of a free-for-all for side-loading, as Google is shaking things up with how apps get on your Android phone. Starting next year, any app you want to install, especially from outside the Play Store, will have to come from a developer who has gone through a new verification process. Instead of policing app content, Google is introducing a system that verifies the identity of developers before their apps can be sideloaded or installed on certified devices. Google wants you to think of it as showing ID at airports rather than getting your bag searched, as per the company's blog post. Starting in September 2026, this verification step will be required in select regions, including Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, where Google says…...

7+ mon, 1+ day ago (422+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - Google One device backups currently include text message data, but not SIM information. - In a future update, Google could add the ability to save SIM data, likely for eSIMs. - This addition could simplify the process of backing up and restoring Android phones. Google could be developing a way to…...

8+ mon, 1+ day ago (407+ words) Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand. What you need to know - Fitbit has reportedly started sending emails to its users about its upcoming Google Account merge deadline, which is now February 2, 2026. - Users who do not merge their Fitbit data with their Google Account will lose all of their stored health, fitness, and wellness information. - Fitbit kickstarted the merge during the summer of 2023; however, it's original deadline was 2025, but that has now been moved. Fitbit is reportedly providing an extension on its upcoming account merge; however, it also comes with a warning to its users about a risk…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago (746+ words) Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand. What you need to know - Google is reportedly working on changing up its Home app UI to give users an easier experience. - The company is seemingly working on adding a convenient QR scanner to its Devices tab while also adding a search bar to its Favorites. - In December, Google ran an important Public Preview test for its "Help me create" AI-powered feature, that lets users leverage its software to automations. Google is reportedly working on a few UI changes for its smart home app to make managing it easier. A post…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago (411+ words) Nandika Ravi is an Editor for Android Central. Based in Toronto, after rocking the news scene as a Multimedia Reporter and Editor at Rogers Sports and Media, she now brings her expertise into the Tech ecosystem. When not breaking tech news, you can catch her sipping coffee at cozy cafes, exploring new trails with her boxer dog, or leveling up in the gaming universe. What you need to know - Samsung's initiative "Coral in Focus" has been helping marine researchers restore coral reefs in in Fiji, Indonesia, and the United States. - The company developed an exclusive camera feature called "Ocean Mode" on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which improves images captured underwater. - In collaboration with Seatrees, a non-profit, a total of 11,046 coral fragments were planted to restore 10,705 square meters of coral reef habitat. Samsung has been working with marine researchers across three regions,…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago (408+ words) Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand. What you need to know - Rumors highlight Samsung's previously rumored Pro-level rugged XCover phone, which may arrive as the XCover 7 Pro. - The device may continue to feature the U.S. military's MIL-STD-810H endurance standard with a 6.6-inch LCD, and a larger 4,350mAh battery. - Rumors from late 2024 suggest the next XCover Pro model could arrive in mid-2025. After staying mostly silent, rumors now claim to have discovered Samsung's next rugged smartphone. Information obtained by Android Headlines claims users should look out for the Korean OEM's next XCover, the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro. Staying tough and durable throughout…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (415+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - Google is moving to the google.com domain for Search around the world. - Previously, Google used country-coded domains for regions outside the U.S. - The experience of using Google Search won't change, as Google has been using physical location to localize Search since 2017. Google has long used country-coded domains for non-U....

7+ mon, 5+ hour ago (414+ words) After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child." For a little perspective, this deal knocks the price of the Cream version of the watch down to its lowest point ever, while the Green variant hasn't seen a discount this good since the Black Friday sales last fall. I don't know why Amazon has decided to unleash such a compelling price drop right now, but I'm certainly not complaining. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is a near-perfect smartwatch,…...