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Here's what all of those Android status bar icons mean

Engadget

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July 7, 2026

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Here's what all of those Android status bar icons mean

There's a lot of info packed in the top area of an Android phone's screen

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MakeUseOf

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· Jul 10, 2026

Android secretly saves every notification you swipe away, and turning it on saved me twice

This is for everyone who swipes first and thinks later.

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 5, 2026

Samsung's Thank You Festival may boost Q2 earnings

Samsung Electronics' Device eXperience division may receive an unexpected second-quarter boost after its Thank You Festival drove stronger-than-anticipated demand for appliances, TVs and mobile devices in Korea, industry sources said Sunday. The DX division encompasses Samsung's smartphones, TVs and home appliance businesses. Samsung initially allocated around 400 billion won (262 million) worth of digital Onnuri gift certificates to the campaign, which ran from June 8 through Sunday, according

Digital Trends

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· Jul 6, 2026

Samsung is using Galaxy smartwatches to save workers from heat-related health woes

Samsung is using Galaxy Watches, environmental sensors, and predictive algorithms to warn managers when outdoor workers may be approaching dangerous levels of heat stress.

Mashable

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· Jul 7, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Whats actually new (and whats not)

From a brighter display and larger battery to a new Snapdragon chip, here's everything leaked so far about the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Heads-up of seconds in Venezuela: How Android smartphones turned into a network of earthquake alerts system

Because alerts travel as electronic signals, they can reach Android phones before seismic waves arrive. Those few seconds, Google says, can be crucial.

Engadget

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· Jul 7, 2026

Here's what the CE mark means on your electronics

Know when and why the CE mark appear on a label.

TechRepublic

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· Jun 23, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Watch Glucose Monitoring Apps: The Good, the Bad, and the Limitations

Compare the best Samsung Watch CGM apps and Wear OS tools for blood sugar readings, including Dexcom G6, Gluroo, and xDrip+. The post Samsung Galaxy Watch Glucose Monitoring Apps: The Good, the Bad, and the Limitations appeared first on TechRepublic.

Yonhap News Agency

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· Jul 7, 2026

(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on July 8)

Samsung Electronics posted operating profit of nearly 90 trillion won (58 billi...

CNET

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· Jul 9, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Rumor Roundup: What We've Heard Ahead of the July 22 Unpacked

Now that we know Samsung's planning a July Unpacked event, leaks are painting a clearer picture of the company's next flip phone.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 22, 2026

Alert List updated over suspicious activities

Alert List updated over suspicious activities

ZDNet

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· Jun 22, 2026

Samsung Galaxy vs. Google Pixel: I've used both brands extensively, and this one's better

Samsung and Google make some of the best Android phones right now, but there are some clear differences to consider if you're split between the two.

Korea Times News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Samsung Electronics projects record Q2 earnings with $58.4 bil. operating profit

Samsung Electronics projects record Q2 earnings with $58.4 bil. operating profit

Gizmodo

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· Jun 25, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: A Private Screen Only Goes So Far

After several months of testing, it's clear that the new Privacy display feature on the Galaxy S26 Ultra is nice to have, but not essential.

Legit.ng

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· Jun 22, 2026

Why WhatsApp rolled out new green dot feature for Android users

WhatsApp rolls out a green dot indicator for Android beta users, enhancing online status visibility while prioritising privacy controls during gradual implementation

NDTV

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· Jun 22, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Korean Variant Surfaces on Geekbench

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been sighted on various certification platforms lately, hinting towards its imminent arrival. While the South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to confirm its...

Investing.com

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· Jul 5, 2026

Standard Lithium falls 48% after InvestingPro overvaluation warning

Standard Lithium falls 48% after InvestingPro overvaluation warning

iPhone in Canada

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· Jul 4, 2026

WhatsApp Tests New Green Dot Online Indicator for iPhone Users

WhatsApp is rolling out a new visual feature for its iOS beta app to help users quickly see when their contacts are active, according to its latest beta version. The latest update introduces a small green dot next to a user’s profile photo inside the chat info screen, reports WABetaInfo. The new indicator is designed [] The post WhatsApp Tests New Green Dot Online Indicator for iPhone Users first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

Middle East News 247

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· Jul 13, 2026

Samsung Galaxy AI Call Screening Now Available in Arabic

Samsung Gulf Electronics is announcing the latest update to its Galaxy AI-powered Call Screening feature, now available in Arabic. The update brings one of Galaxy AI’s most practical everyday tools to Arabic-speaking users across the region, making it easier to manage incoming calls with greater confidence and context. With GCC residents receiving dozens of unknown [] The post Samsung Galaxy AI Call Screening Now Available in Arabic appeared first on Middle East News 247.

The Next Web

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· Jul 6, 2026

Samsung’s appliance workers plan a rally over the bonuses going to chip staff

The workers who build Samsung’s phones, televisions, and washing machines are about to make their unhappiness visible. Their union says several thousand of them will gather near the company’s Suwon headquarters on 16 July to protest the bonuses their colleagues in the chip division have won, a grievance that has been building since the semiconductor pay [] This story continues at The Next Web

MobileSyrup

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· Jul 8, 2026

Official renders of Samsung’s new Galaxy lineup leak ahead of Unpacked: report

Official renders of Samsung’s next Galaxy lineup have seemingly been leaked. Android Headlines has shared renders of the alleged upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. First, we see the Z Flip 8 in three colours: ‘Cream’ white, ‘Graphite’ []

OneIndia

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· Jun 27, 2026

Security alert in Delhi and Uttarakhand after email warns of possible terror threat

Security alert raised in Delhi and Uttarakhand after an email warned of possible attacks; religious sites, government offices and police units are on watch.

Yen.com.gh

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· Jun 22, 2026

WhatsApp introduces new feature that could forever transform real-time communication

WhatsApp introduces a green dot indicator for online status, enhancing user experience by showing active contacts while maintaining existing privacy controls.

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Related coverage for "Here's what all of those Android status bar icons mean": MakeUseOf — Android secretly saves every notification you swipe away, and turning it on saved me twice. The korea Herald News — Samsung's Thank You Festival may boost Q2 earnings. Digital Trends — Samsung is using Galaxy smartwatches to save workers from heat-related health woes. Mashable — Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Whats actually new (and whats not). Hindustan Times — Heads-up of seconds in Venezuela: How Android smartphones turned into a network of earthquake alerts system. Engadget — Here's what the CE mark means on your electronics. TechRepublic — Samsung Galaxy Watch Glucose Monitoring Apps: The Good, the Bad, and the Limitations. Yonhap News Agency — (EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on July 8). CNET — Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Rumor Roundup: What We've Heard Ahead of the July 22 Unpacked. Borneo Bulletin — Alert List updated over suspicious activities. ZDNet — Samsung Galaxy vs. Google Pixel: I've used both brands extensively, and this one's better. Korea Times News — Samsung Electronics projects record Q2 earnings with $58.4 bil. operating profit. Gizmodo — Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: A Private Screen Only Goes So Far. Legit.ng — Why WhatsApp rolled out new green dot feature for Android users. NDTV — Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Korean Variant Surfaces on Geekbench. Investing.com — Standard Lithium falls 48% after InvestingPro overvaluation warning. iPhone in Canada — WhatsApp Tests New Green Dot Online Indicator for iPhone Users. Middle East News 247 — Samsung Galaxy AI Call Screening Now Available in Arabic. The Next Web — Samsung’s appliance workers plan a rally over the bonuses going to chip staff. MobileSyrup — Official renders of Samsung’s new Galaxy lineup leak ahead of Unpacked: report. OneIndia — Security alert in Delhi and Uttarakhand after email warns of possible terror threat. Yen.com.gh — WhatsApp introduces new feature that could forever transform real-time communication