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First look: Android 17 may finally let you remap buttons on your game controller
2026's big Android 17 update could bring some major new gaming features like support for remapping the buttons on your favorite gamepad.
I Tried the New Android XR Smart Glasses From Google and XReal. I Didn't Expect to Be This Impressed
Google's Android XR platform and XReal's Project Aura are bringing smart glasses closer to mainstream reality, offering developers powerful tools to create practical, everyday wearable experiences that go far beyond novelty gadgets.
Google rolling out Notification Organizer to Pixel
Following AI Summaries last month, Google is rolling out the Notification Organizer to Pixel phones with Android 16 QPR2.
Video: 15 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In December 2025
Metroid and Marvel and 'Mon, oh my!
LittleGuide's best bets for entertainment in Detroit area
Pebble's founder introduces a $75 AI smart ring for recording brief notes with a press of a button
After rebooting the Pebble smartwatch, founder Eric Migicovsky is expanding his company's device lineup with a new smart wearable: an AI-powered smart ring known as Index 01. Named for the finger where the ring is meant to be worn, the new $75 ring is not meant to be a competitor to the always-on, always-listening AI devices, like the AI pendant Friend, but instead offers a way to record quick notes and reminders with a press of a button on the ring's side. AI only comes into play via the open source, speech-to-text, and AI models that run locally on your smartphone, via the open source Pebble mobile app. That is, if the Ring's button is not being pressed, it's not recording. (And this is a press-and-hold gesture, too, which means you can't start the ring's recording and then let go to surreptitiously record a conversation.) You can wear the stainless steel ring while in the shower, washing hands, doing dishes, or in the rain, but you would have to take it off for other water-related activities, like swimming. At launch, it's water-resistant to 1 meter. The ring is also not a fitness tracker or sleep monitor. It doesn't record details about your heart rate or health. And it's not there to be your AI friend. "I'm not trying to build some AI assistant thing," Migicovsky told TechCrunch in an interview. "I build things that solve one main problem, and they solve it really well," he explains. "I think of as external memory for my brain...that's what this is. It's always with you." Plus, the ring has been designed to be highly reliable and privacy-preserving, he says, as all your thoughts are stored on your phone, not in the cloud. There is no subscription. Migicovsky has been wearing the ring for three months now and says he cannot imagine going back to a world where he doesn't always have a memory device with him. "The problem is that, during the day, I get ideas or I remember something, and if I don't write it down that second, I forget it," he says. The ring solves this problem, he adds, without becoming another device you need to charge. "The battery lasts for years," Migicovsky claims. Technically, the ring is said to support roughly 12 to 14 hours of recording. On average, the founder says he uses it 10-20 times per day to record 3-6 second thoughts. At that rate, he'll get about two years of usage. When the ring's battery dies, you can ship it back to the company for recycling. When using Index, you can record up to five minutes of audio, which can be saved to the ring and synced to your phone later. This makes sense for recording briefer, personal thoughts and notes, even when you don't have your phone handy, but it wouldn't work for recording a longer chat, like a presentation, meeting, or in-person interview of some kind. The ring also supports 99+ languages and has a bit of on-device memory, in case you're not in Bluetooth range of your device, where the recording is ultimately saved and transcribed. (The raw audio is retained, too, in case the speech-to-text is garbled due to loud background noise). If you own a Pebble smartwatch or one from another brand, your recorded thought can even appear on the watch's screen so you can verify it's correct. The ring works with Pebble's mobile app, which offers notes and reminders, but can optionally integrate with your phone's calendaring system, too, or other apps, like Notion. And the ring's software is open source, which makes it hackable by the community, the founder points out. Because of its open nature, the ring's button is already programmable. In addition to the press-and-hold gesture, you can program the ring to do other things with a single or double press, like play or pause your music or control the shutter on your phone's camera. You could use it to send a message through the universal chat app Beeper, which Migicovsky also created, or you could add your own voice actions via MCP. A new approach to hardware Migicovsky acknowledges that hardware can be difficult to get right -- as the previous exit of Pebble to Fitbit showed. (Fitbit, too, was later acquired by Google in 2021). "I didn't earn any money during Pebble -- we exited, but it was not a great exit," Migicovsky admits. This year, however, he decided to reboot the Pebble project after Google open sourced the PebbleOS, which opened up the door to new hardware. With his new company, Core Devices, Migicovsky plans to do things differently. Still, the founder doesn't regret his previous choices, he clarifies. "I wouldn't have gone back and changed anything. I loved what we built. I loved what we did. I love the company that we built, but it's not the only way to build a company," he told TechCrunch. " And, speaking as an ex-YC partner, there are -- there's a time and a place for building a venture-backed startup. Some companies are phenomenal when they raise money and build a big team, and I tried that...I think what I'm doing now is trying an alternative path, which is start from profitability," he says. The new company is a small team of five, self-funded, and focused on sustainability. So far, Core Devices has shipped the Pebble 2 Duo smartwatch with a black-and-white display. Its first run sold out, and the company is now preparing to ship the upgraded version, the Pebble Time 2. The newer device, which has seen 25,000 pre-orders, is a stainless steel watch with a larger, color e-ink screen. As for the Index 01, the ring's pre-order offer ends in March 2026. After that, the price increases to $99. It currently comes in silver, polished gold, and matte black and works with iOS and Android devices. Customers can select from eight ring sizes and three colors.
iFixit Launches Free iOS Repair App With AI-Powered FixBot
iFixit today announced the launch of a new iFixit app that's available to download from Apple's App Store (and the Play Store on Android devices). It includes all of the iFixit repair guides in a format that's ideal for mobile devices, along with a workbench that keeps track of repairs, a battery lifespan predictor, and an AI repair buddy called FixBot. The iFixit repair app is able to monitor an iPhone's battery in real time, providing graphs of how a battery deteriorates over time.
Detroit and Michigan face challenges with preterm birth rate
A new March of Dimes report shows stark disparities in infant health.
You can now download the One UI 8.5 beta on your Samsung phone, here's how
Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta is live, and you can download it on your Samsung phone right now. Here's how to get it.
UK Charts: Metroid Prime 4 Debuts Behind Mario Kart World And EA Sports FC 26
While Octopath Traveler 0 almost doesn't chart at all
Google and Apple team up to make switching between Android and iPhone easier
Taking your data from one ecosystem to another might soon become less painful.
Your Google Play Points might be hiding a secret $200 Pixel 10 Pro discount
Some Google Play Points users have discovered a secret $200 discount offer on the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL hiding in the Perks section.
Football: Northwestern to play Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl
In a season that saw Northwestern travel to New Orleans and Los Angeles, coach David Braun’s team will not have to travel far to finish off its campaign. The Wildcats (6-6, 4-5 Big Ten) will compete in Detroit’s GameAbove Sports Bowl against Central Michigan on Dec. 26, the team announced Sunday afternoon. The game is...
Scott: Sex-health ed changes have no basis in Elliott-Larsen Act
ELCRA protects against discrimination. It does not mandate curriculum.
Rogers Victor: Food, not pharma: A new path for Michigan’s health
"Food is Medicine" is an important movement, but only a culture-wide shift will turn around our poor diet-driven health trajectory.
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching
The latest build of Android's Canary operating system includes optional data transfer between Google and Apple smartphones.
Outgoing Detroit Mayor Duggan: 'I changed the politics in this city'
Speaking to the Detroit Economic Club, Duggan, who is wrapping up his third and final term in office, said he changed the narrative of "us versus them."
Apple and Google team up to make iPhone and Android switching easier
Apple and Google are teaming up to make it easier to switch between Android and iPhone devices. The two companies...
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching
The latest Android Canary is available today and it features work by Apple and Google to make switching between Android and iPhone easier.
Google is making playing PC games on Android XR as easy as opening an app
Want to play your PC games in XR? Google's making it easy with PC Connect for Android XR.
Central Michigan to face Northwestern at Ford Field for GameAbove Sports Bowl
The Central Michigan Chippewas will be in Detroit for the holiday season as they'll face the Northwestern Wildcats at Ford Field.
iPhone 18 Pro Leak Adds New Evidence for Under-Display Face ID
Apple is actively testing under-screen Face ID for next year's iPhone 18 Pro models using a special "spliced micro-transparent glass" window built into the display, claims a Chinese leaker. According to "Smart Pikachu," a Weibo account that has previously shared accurate supply-chain details on Chinese Android hardware, Apple is testing the special glass as a way to let the TrueDepth system's infrared sensors pass through the panel without distortion.
NFL Week 15 opening odds: Lions road underdogs at Rams
A look at the NFL Week 15 opening odds for Detroit Lions at Los Angeles Rams.
Forget Android vs iOS – this new privacy-focused Linux phone promises to be the alternative we need, but it still runs Android apps
Sailfish won't fish for your data
Breaking: Samsung kicks off One UI 8.5 beta program for Galaxy S25 series
Samsung has reportedly started the One UI 8.5 beta program, with the update now rolling out to the Galaxy S25 series.
SBA extends deadline for 2026 National Small Business Week Awards nominations
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) extended the 2026 National Small Business Week awards nominations deadline to Dec. 22.
Here's your first look at the slick animation for Android’s NameDrop-style contact sharing feature
Google is making steady progress on its NameDrop-style contact exchange feature for Android, and we have the proof.
Central Michigan headed to Detroit for bowl game
The game starts at 1 p.m. and will be televised by ESPN.
Central Michigan coming to Ford Field for GameAbove Sports Bowl vs Northwestern
Central Michigan is coming to Detroit to play Northwestern in the GameAbove Sports Bowl at Ford Field.
Detroit Bound: Wildcats to Meet Central Michigan in 2025 GameAbove Sports Bowl
The Northwestern Wildcats will take on the Central Michigan Chippewas in the GameAbove Sports Bowl on Friday, December 26. This year's game will kick off fro...
The Android password manager nobody talks about actually beats the giants
This invisible Android password manager crushes the competition
Metroid Prime 4 Runs Well on PC Emulators and Can Even Be Played in Stereoscopic 3D
Not only does Metroid Prime 4: Beyond run well on PC emulators, it can even be played in stereoscopic 3D with the right software and hardware.
This Android 16 tablet feature is making me consider replacing my iPad
The update that's making iPad owners nervous
Anbernic RG DS Gets Massive Overhaul with GammaOS Next
GammaOS Next is now available for the Anbernic RG DS, fixing screen issues, improving performance, and delivering a console-like Android 14 experience.
Stop Charging Your Android Watch Daily. Here Are 7 Tips for Longer Battery Life
From Samsung's Galaxy Watch to Google's Pixel Watch and other Wear OS models, these settings can add hours of extra battery life for sleep and fitness tracking.
Unlucky Red Wings try to right the ship at Kraken
Things haven't exactly been going the Detroit Red Wings' way recently.
NASA's astonishing find on asteroid Bennu breathes sweet, new life...
Metroid Prime 4 Has A Lot Of Vaginal Doorways In It
I mean, most of these doors look more like vulvas to me...
Business Engagement Grant Proposal Request
5ccd75f0-74a5-4f77-9019-a51e00f6e04cRequest: To provide workforce development services to businesses supporting talent placement, development, retention and advancement.Issuance Date: December 8, 2025Submittal Deadline: January 9, 2026 @ noonLetter of Intent Deadline: December...
Printable Metroid Prime 4 'Databook' Has Us Feeling Nostalgic For Instruction Booklets
Manual override
Big Sean, Usher invest $1M each to launch Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator for youth
Big Sean and Usher, both global entertainment icons and Boys & Girls Clubs alumni, have announced a $1 million investment each in Detroit youth through the creation of the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator.
Your Pixel phone can now be used as a webcam for the Nintendo Switch 2
Google Pixel phones can now be used as webcams for the Nintendo Switch 2. Initially, they were incompatible, but this issue was quietly fixed!
Samsung just leaked Galaxy S26 series designs via its software
Samsung itself just outed the Galaxy S26 series designs.
New Samsung One UI 8.5 leak hints at a bigger redesign than we first thought
In addition to broader UI redesign, Samsung's upcoming One UI 8.5 update could also bring a redesign for several system apps.
A new Android malware sneakily wipes your bank account
Another banking malware has struck Androids yet again
Detroit legacy businesses get $50k grants to boost growth, preserve history
Thousands of dollars in grants are being awarded to longtime Detroit companies, giving them a much-needed business boost. An exclusive celebration captured the moment’s excitement for recipients of the Detroit Legacy Business Project grants.
Usher and Big Sean invest $1M in entertainment production facility for Detroit youth
Usher and Big Sean have come together to invest in an entertainment production facility that will benefit Detroit youth. They've invested $1 million in the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator, which will offer a virtual production studio, a creators lounge, and mentorship and seed funding to people ages 14 to 24.
Winter Meetings could define the Tigers’ future with Tarik Skubal
Detroit must decide whether to build around Skubal or risk losing its window.
The GOP Still Can’t Agree on a Health Plan
Senate Democrats were promised a vote by mid-December on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, but Republicans still can’t decide whether they want to put forward their own alternative or what that might include. Meanwhile, the CDC and FDA are roiled by debates over vaccines. Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Joanne Kenen of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Politico Magazine, and Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more. Also, Rovner interviews KFF Health News’ Aneri Pattani about her project tracking opioid settlement payments.
Usher & Big Sean Team Up to Invest $1 Million in Entertainment Production Facility for Detroit Youth
The Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator will be housed in the Michigan Central Boys & Girls Club.
Republican pitches health savings accounts 'on steroids' that Americans could use to buy insurance
Missouri Republican Rep. Eric Burlison envisions a super HSA that would let users buy health insurance and unprocessed foods with pre-tax dollars from employers.
After Years Of Waiting, Metroid Prime 4's Launch Trailer Is Finally Here
A long time coming
Metroid Prime Actor Confirms Identity of Mysterious Cut Intro Voice
Metroid Prime actor confirms identity of mysterious cut intro voice, and it isn't who you think.
Cowboys vs. Lions: Predictions, picks, best bets for Week 14's Thursday Night Football matchup
CBS Sports NFL expert Will Brinson shares his favorite bets and props for Thursday's contest between Dallas and Detroit
Weapons, drug compounds seized from Palm Bay business during raid
'Breaking Bad' on steroids is how Sheriff Wayne Ivey describing what was found in a raid carried out by federal and local law enforcement agents.
Metroid Prime 4 Has Optional Music Locked Behind $30 Paywall
Want to choose the music you listen to in the desert of Viewros while riding your Vi-O-La? Then you'd better buy a Samus Aran Amiibo.
Lions vs. Cowboys Prediction, Odds, Picks for Thursday Night Football
Preview the Week 14 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.
Samsung could finally upgrade its rugged smartwatch with Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
A new leak suggests the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is in development for a 2026 release alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup.
Emulating PC games on Android is easier than ever, and you can thank Valve
Valve, the company behind Steam, recently spoke of its contribution to making PC games easier to access on Android devices.
You can finally use lock screen widgets on your Pixel phone, here's how
The latest Android 16 QPR2 update added lock screen widgets to Pixel phones — and they're great! Here's how to use them.
Random: Samus Is Joined By Doom Slayer's Voice Actor In Metroid Prime 4
The collab some fans have been waiting for
Through the lens: Four decades of arts & entertainment with photojournalist Roger Mastroianni
For more than 40 years, photojournalist Roger Mastroianni has chronicled Cleveland's arts, healthcare, and corporate landscapes—capturing everything from Cleveland Orchestra performances to hospital operating rooms.
Red Wings open six-game excursion against Blue Jackets
The Detroit Red Wings are starting a lengthy road trip and coach Todd McLellan looks forward to the journey.
Google just announced 2025’s best Chrome extensions — which ones are you using?
In 2025, Chrome behaves more like an AI-powered operating system, with extensions driving most of the upgrades.
New Android update aims to stop scammers from screen recording your bank apps
Protection we all need
Cowboys-Lions Preview
DETROIT (AP) The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are the top two teams in the hunt for an NFC wild card and are still holding on to hopes of competing for division championships.
Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Stage shows, holiday shopping events, concerts and more are on deck around town this weekend, Dec. 5-7.
Don't wait for the Galaxy Z TriFold, buy this other Samsung foldable right now instead
Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold might be the most interesting launch of 2026, but I think you should get the Galaxy Z Fold 7 instead.
YouTube Recap not showing up? Here's how to find yours right now
YouTube Recap is finally here. But what if it isn't showing up for you? Here's how to find YouTube's end-of-year recap feature.
Check out the first droolworthy pictures of the upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Ultra flagship!
Now this looks like a very different kind of Android high-ender than what we're normally used to.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is getting a day one update with version 1.1.0, and here are Nintendo's patch notes.
Samus' death screams are no longer Jennifer Hale, as Dispatch actress takes over role for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has cast a new voice actress for Samus.
Flu shot protects against new variant, Michigan health officials warn
Michigan's chief medical executive says the vaccine 'reduces severe complications' of the flu, including hospitalization.
Eva Kaili to Mogherini: Belgium ‘not a safe place’ for politicians
Former MEP embroiled in Qatargate scandal speaks out on fraud probe involving EEAS and College of Europe.
Google is replacing Discover news headlines with laughably awful AI-generated titles
Google is replacing news headlines in Discover with downright awful AI-generated titles. Here's how bad they really are.
Google announces second Android 16 release of 2025 is heading to Pixels
The update is rolling out to Pixels starting today.
Google Phone adding ‘Urgent’ calling, Messages app getting ‘Unknown’ group chat alerts
In addition to Android 16 QPR2, Google is rolling out a pair of updates to the Messages (group chat warnings) and Phone (Urgent call reasons).
Android’s new ‘Call Reason’ flags important calls before you even pick up
When you really need to go get burritos.
Android 16 updates include AI-powered notification summaries and built-in parental controls
The new features will initially roll out on eligible pixel devices.
Android 16 adds AI notification summaries, new customization options, and more
The rollout of the new Android 16 features, which are first coming to Pixel devices, marks a new chapter in how Android updates work, as the company is shifting from a single yearly update to more frequent releases.
Android 16 QPR2 rolling out with December 2025 security update
With the December 2025 security patch, Google is rolling out the stable Android 16 QPR2 update for the Pixel...
Android 16’s latest update ushers in a more frequent release schedule
Switching up the release schedule could bring new features to third-party Android phones much faster.
Gemini is getting a ChatGPT-flavored tweak and new Maps features
Experimenting with the latest Google app beta, we managed to get a look at some new Gemini features, including handy Google Maps integration.
Netflix launches a mobile-friendly version of Red Dead Redemption
Red Dead Redemption is officially available for Netflix subscribers on iOS and Android Devices.
Red Dead Redemption Out Now on Netflix, iOS, Android, PS5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch 2
Experience John Marston's journey across the sprawling expanses of the American West and Mexico to hunt down the remaining members of the Van der Linde Gang in Red Dead Redemption along with his fight to stop a virulent zombie plague in Undead...
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Credits Reveal A Plethora Of Assist Devs, Including Next Level Games
And Samus has a brand new voice
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a technical marvel and game design nightmare
After a decade of development, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a beautiful but befuddling game full of misguided design decisions and annoying sidekicks.
Review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) - Samus Returns In Prime Form
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5 wallpaper apps you need to download now that MKBHD's Panels app is dead
MKBHD's Panels app is shutting down. Looking for a new wallpaper app to replace it? I found five excellent choices.
Google Patches 107 Android Flaws, Including Two Framework Bugs Exploited in the Wild
Google Patches 107 Android Flaws, Including Two Framework Bugs Exploited in the Wild | Read more hacking news on The Hacker News cybersecurity news website and learn how to protect against cyberattacks and software vulnerabilities.
Updated Android Security Bulletin sets stage for a weighty December 2025 security patch
With fixes expected to arrive soon.
Lions vs. Cowboys Injury Report
See who's in and who's out for the Week 14 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys on December 4, 2025.
SmartTube YouTube app for Android TV breached to push malicious update
The popular open-source SmartTube YouTube client for Android TV was compromised after an attacker gained access to the developer's signing keys, leading to a malicious update being pushed to users.
Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile
Charlie Puth will sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will perform “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones will sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Why Your Company Needs a Chief Data, Analytics, and AI Officer
Who should be in charge of data, analytics, and AI? While there are many possible divisions of responsibility and reporting structures, a combined role—the CDAIO (Chief Data, Analytics, and AI Officer)—will best prepare organizations as they plan for AI going forward. To succeed, this role needs a clear mandate that includes owning AI strategy, preparing for a new class of risks, developing the AI tech stack, ensuring the company’s data is ready for AI, creating an AI ready culture, developing talent and partnerships, and generating significant ROI on AI investments. Given the emphasis on business value creation, in most cases CDAIOs should be positioned closer to business functions than to technology operations.