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Android's sideloading changes, the big Visual Studio Code update, better Linux phones, and more: News roundup

Everything you may have missed from the past week.

Android Auto’s new media controls are finally rolling out

And you may not like it ...
Android Police

Immersive Navigation is Google Maps' biggest upgrade in a while

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the weekend news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade with multiple publications, including the likes of Times Internet, ...
Android Authority

Google's Android boss talks Android 17, sideloading drama, and why he hates phone cases

Every year, MWC (Mobile World Congress) in Barcelona helps set the tone for the tech industry. It may no longer be the event where the smartphone calendar officially begins — that distinction now ...
KTLA

Iconic ‘Brady Bunch’ house in Studio City declared a historic landmark

The Los Angeles City Council has declared the “Brady Bunch” house in Studio City as a historic-cultural monument. The council voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve the landmark designation for the ...
WOOD-TV

New Pilates studio opens in Byron Center area offering classic, reformer classes

BYRON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — A new Pilates studio has opened in the Byron Center area. The new Bodybar Pilates location at 2324 64th St. near Byron Center Avenue in Byron Township celebrated its ...
Android

Android Boss Speaks Out on Sideloading Fears and Android 17's Big Shift

Google’s Android chief Sameer Samat spoke at MWC 2026, addressing Android 17 and sideloading concerns. Android 17 is shifting from a traditional OS to an “intelligent system,” with Gemini handling ...
KTLA

Armed robbery suspects open fire on victims in Studio City

Police are searching for three robbery suspects who opened fire on their victims overnight in Los Angeles’ Studio City neighborhood. Officers responded to reports of a shooting on the 4100 block of ...
Yahoo Style UK

Android App Sideloading Is About To Completely Change (Again), And I'm Worried

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sideloading has always felt like something of a guarantee with Android. In fact, some argue it's one of the primary appeals of ...
The Verge

Apple’s new Studio Display XDR adds a Mini LED upgrade

The $3,299 Studio Display XDR has Mini LED backlighting and 120Hz refresh rate. The $3,299 Studio Display XDR has Mini LED backlighting and 120Hz refresh rate. is a senior editor following news across ...
heise online

Android Chief on Sideloading and Registration: "The warnings are insufficient"

Since August 2025, it has been clear that from autumn 2026, only applications on certified Android devices will be installable in the first countries, provided their publishers have previously ...
The Verge

BenQ’s new Mac monitor could be a cheaper alternative to Apple’s new Studio Display

The new 27-inch 5K BenQ MA270S is $600 cheaper than Apple’s latest entry-level Studio Display. The new 27-inch 5K BenQ MA270S is $600 cheaper than Apple’s latest entry-level Studio Display. is a ...