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Android’s Potential NameDrop Rival: What We Know About Google’s New Contact Exchange Feature

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For years, Apple users have enjoyed tightly integrated ecosystem features, from Handoff and AirDrop to NameDrop—its quick, NFC-based contact-sharing gesture. Google has been steadily catching up, but certain gaps still exist. One of the biggest? A truly intuitive, tap-to-share contact system on Android. That may soon change. Recent discoveries inside Google Play Services reveal the early construction of a new feature that could finally bring Android users something similar to Apple’s NameDrop. Here’s everything uncovered so far—and what it could mean for Android’s ecosystem. Early Clues Inside Google Play Services Android Authority was the first to spot evidence of Google’s upcoming contact-sharing feature. Code inside Google Play Services beta version 25.44.32 referenced several telling terms: Gesture Exchange ContactExchangeActivity ndef — likely referring to NFC Data Exchange Format These references paint a clear picture: Google is experimenting with an NFC-powered way to share cont...

OnePlus 15 Gaming Review: A Powerhouse Built for Players on the Go

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If you're a mobile gamer, you already know the thrill of playing anywhere—and the anxiety of watching your battery shrink with every battle, quest, and cutscene. That’s exactly why the OnePlus 15, with its massive 7,300mAh battery, is attracting so much attention. On paper, it promises marathon gaming sessions without the constant fear of draining your phone by midday. But the reality is more nuanced. While the OnePlus 15's power is unmistakable, pushing graphics and frame rates to their limits can still drain the battery fast. The good news? This isn’t a weakness—it’s the natural trade-off that comes with flagship-level performance. And performance is something this phone delivers in abundance. Let’s dig into everything the OnePlus 15 offers mobile gamers—from display quality to game responsiveness, benchmarks, controller compatibility, and more. A Massive Battery… With Big Ambitions The 7,300mAh battery is one of the largest ever seen in a mainstream flagship device. It’s des...

Google’s Refreshing Approach to AI: Useful, Thoughtful, and Finally Worth Getting Excited About

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For years, modern AI has shown up everywhere—sometimes as a helpful upgrade, other times as a feature nobody asked for. In many cases, it has felt like tech companies were adding AI simply for the buzzword appeal rather than meaningful user benefits. But recently, Google has been proving that AI doesn’t have to be intrusive. When used thoughtfully, it can genuinely improve everyday experiences in ways that feel natural and truly helpful. Two standout examples demonstrate just how much potential lies in this new era of smart features: Google Home with Gemini and the new Fitbit Coach. These upgrades show a different side of AI—a version that respects simplicity rather than complicating it. Google Has Always Been an AI Company—Just Not the Buzzword Kind Long before ChatGPT reshaped the way we talk about AI, Google was already using machine learning across Android, Maps, Photos, and more. The smart features people loved—like automatic photo categorization, predictive text, and Google Assis...

OnePlus 15 Goes Global: Pricing, Design, Camera Samples, and Industry Highlights

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The OnePlus 15 has officially arrived in global markets, marking one of the company’s biggest launches of the year. With shipments already underway, many users are eager to know how it stacks up against its predecessor and whether it delivers meaningful upgrades. Although full performance reviews and detailed benchmarks are still embargoed, early insights—including design reveals and camera samples—offer a promising look at what the new device brings to the table. Meanwhile, broader smartphone news adds even more excitement to the industry, from iPhone battery improvements to new chipset reveals. Let’s explore everything new, starting with global pricing and early impressions of the OnePlus 15. OnePlus 15: Global Pricing Breakdown OnePlus has kept pricing competitive, although shifts vary by market: United States: Same price as the OnePlus 13 Europe: 12GB + 256GB model: €50 cheaper 16GB + 512GB model: €50 more expensive India: Both memory variants are ₹3,000 higher These pricing adjust...