Hold Me, Thrill Me, Xiaomi

Oct 1, 2025

Dive into the latest in the Android universe as Google announces its plans for Android on PCs by 2026. Discover Amazon's shift to its new Vega OS for Fire TV and the quirky saga of a Samsung Galaxy Ring battery mishap. Get the scoop on leaks for OnePlus 15 and Xiaomi's impressive 15T series. Plus, learn about the upcoming graphical support for Linux apps on Android and how F-Droid is reacting to new app store regulations. Don't miss insights on Proton Mail's redesign and Google Photos' AI features!

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Android As A Desktop Is Coming

Google is rebaselining Chrome OS onto Android to create a unified desktop OS and accelerate AI features on laptops.
Michelle expects a developer preview in 2025 but not a full competitive launch until later.

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Amazon Ships Fire OS Off Android

Amazon confirmed a move off Android for Fire TV by shipping Vega OS, their new Linux-based OS, on new Fire Stick hardware.
This cements Amazon's multi-year strategy to control TV software independently of Android.

ANECDOTE

Galaxy Ring 'Spicy Pillow' Incident

YouTuber Daniel Rotar had a Galaxy Ring battery swell while worn, requiring hospital removal and travel disruption.
Samsung collected the ring, paid expenses, and offered replacements while investigating the issue.

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