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Google issues second December Pixel update fixing battery, touch and cached content bugs
Google rolled out a second December 2025 Pixel update (build BP4A.251205.006) addressing faster-than-expected battery drain, intermittent touch unresponsiveness especially on Pixel 10, and problems accessing locally cached content after upgrades from Android 14 or earlier. Factory and OTA images for Pixel 8 and newer were published to allow manual installation while the staged rollout continues across carriers and regions
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Pixel factory and OTA images posted so users can sideload December patch
After initial over‑the‑air deliveries, Google published factory and OTA images for the December Pixel update so users can manually sideload the BP4A.251205.006 builds for global, Japan and EMEA variants. Reports indicate the OTA is small (~25MB) and the rollout is still reaching some carrier-locked devices
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Samsung pushes December 2025 security patch to Galaxy S21 series in US
Samsung began releasing the December 2025 security update for Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra carrier‑locked units in the US, delivering fixes that collectively address dozens of vulnerabilities (firmware G99xUSQSIHYL1). The S21 lineup remains on a quarterly update cadence and this patch resolves 57 security issues, per the report
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Samsung expands December updates across Galaxy lineup including S24 and A-series
Samsung has also deployed December 2025 security updates for other models including the Galaxy S24 family, S21 FE and A53 in the US, continuing its monthly/quarterly rollout depending on device class. These updates carry platform security hardening and carrier‑specific firmware revisions
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Holiday device launches and listings show multiple late‑December releases
Retail and tracking sites list several upcoming smartphone and wearable releases in late December — examples include the OnePlus 15R (expected Dec 22) and multiple Android tablets and phones with high‑capacity batteries and camera upgrades. Aggregators show manufacturers continuing year‑end product pushes and regional launch windows
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Best new gadgets and hi‑fi releases highlight audio hardware refreshes
Editorial roundups of new gadgets update weekly; recent picks include new hi‑fi components such as Pro‑Ject’s CD player and LG’s Dolby Atmos systems, reflecting strong holiday audio product activity. These posts curate notable hardware launches and seasonal buying recommendations
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Airport mobile performance outpaces Wi‑Fi, per Ookla analysis cited by RCR Wireless
Research highlighted by industry outlets shows cellular connections often outperform airport Wi‑Fi across many U.S. airports, underscoring mobile network improvements and increased traveler reliance on cellular for high‑speed access. The finding supports broader investment narratives for improved public‑space mobile coverage
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Mobile industry M&A and spectrum deals reshape carrier strategies in 2025
Coverage reviewing 2025 notes EchoStar’s turbulent year — including near‑bankruptcy and major spectrum sales to AT&T and SpaceX — as examples of transactions that altered the competitive landscape and influenced carrier spectrum holdings and strategy. Analysts say these deals impacted MVNO and boost brands’ trajectories
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Mobile infrastructure and green energy: Airtel’s data centre arm expands clean power purchasing
Bharti Airtel’s data centre unit Nxtra signed a green energy agreement to add 125.7 MW of solar and wind capacity to its operations, reflecting telecom infrastructure providers’ push to decarbonize data centre and mobile network power supplies. The move aligns with industry sustainability initiatives and operational resilience planning
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NASA explores 5G for air taxi communications in early research findings
NASA released early findings assessing whether 5G architectures can meet air taxi communications needs; initial results indicate 5G’s precise positioning and latency characteristics may suit urban air mobility control and navigation applications. The research informs standards and spectrum planning for beyond‑visual‑line‑of‑sight aerial services
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