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Samsung faces heat as Huawei rises in growing foldable market

Smartphone vendors betting big on the foldable smartphone segment. A new report indicates that Huawei continues to bolster its presence in the foldable segment, with Samsung facing heat despite dominating the market.
According to TrendForce, 15.9 million foldable phones were shipped globally in 2023, marking a 25% YoY increase. In particular, Samsung led the market with a whopping 60% share, while Huawei occupied nearly 20% of sales.
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Samsung continues to keep the crown in the market, but with shares sliding from 80% in 2022 to under 70% in 2023. Huawei’s shipments have risen to 12% in 2023, during the same period, with the February 2024 graph reaching ~ 20%. Vendors like Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo have kept their shares below 10%.
While Samsung is aiming to maintain its foldable phone market share at around 60%, consistent with its 2023 target, Huawei is aggressively boosting its foldable phone shipments, aiming for a market share that could surpass 20%, the report says.
While the foldable market continues to grow, the growth rate dropped last year. The biggest concern among consumers is frequent maintenance issues, leading to a lack of confidence in the product.
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Google hints at exciting Android updates at I/O 2025

Google has shared a fun teaser for Android ahead of its big I/O 2025 event happening on May 14. The short clip shows a 3D Android logo and a green pixelated ball bouncing between different Android versions, each labeled with past dessert names like Cupcake, Donut, and Eclair.
The teaser doesn’t give away many details, but it suggests that something exciting is planned for Android. Google could be teasing new design changes or special features for Android 15. In the video, the green Android ball changes into many different forms, showing a playful side that hints at more personalization and creativity coming to Android.
The animation is colorful and energetic, much like Google’s previous Android teasers. It reminds fans of Android’s history while building excitement for the future.
At I/O 2025, Google is expected to talk a lot about Android 15, AI improvements, Wear OS, and other new tools for developers. While Android 15 has already been tested in early versions, we can expect Google to reveal some cool new features at the event. Overall, this teaser is a fun reminder that big updates are on the way for Android fans. We’ll learn more when Google I/O kicks off soon!
Home panel now coming to Chromecast with Google TV

Google is bringing the Home Panel feature to Chromecast with Google TV. This update has started rolling out and lets users easily control their smart home devices straight from their TV screen.
The Home Panel first appeared on Pixel Tablets and the Pixel Fold last year. It gives a quick and simple way to manage lights, thermostats, cameras, and other smart devices without needing a phone. Now, this helpful tool is coming to Chromecast with Google TV.
After updating, users can open the Home Panel by holding the home button on their Chromecast remote. From there, you can quickly check cameras, change the temperature, switch lights on or off, and control other connected devices. The design is simple and easy to use, keeping the focus on important actions.
Google mentioned that this update is rolling out in stages, so it might take a little time before everyone gets it. However, once available, it will make controlling your smart home much easier, especially from the comfort of your couch.
This move shows Google’s goal to make Google TV not just for streaming shows and movies, but also a better tool for managing your smart home devices.
Google Account app getting a new design with expressive material theme

Google is rolling out a fresh look for the Google Account app on Android. The app now follows the new Expressive Material design, giving it a more colorful and modern style. This update makes the app match the latest design changes seen in other Google apps like Google Messages.
The new design keeps the main features the same but refreshes how everything looks. For example, the profile page now shows bigger icons and uses soft color accents based on your wallpaper, thanks to Google’s Material You theming. Settings and options are also arranged more neatly, making the app easier to use.
While the core functions of the Google Account app are unchanged, the visual improvements aim to make the experience more pleasant. You’ll still be able to manage things like your personal info, security settings, and connected devices easily.
Right now, the update isn’t available to everyone yet. It looks like Google is slowly testing it through a server-side rollout. If you want to try it early, you can download the updated APK from trusted sites like APKMirror. However, some users might not see the changes immediately, even after installing the new version.
Google is continuing its push to refresh its apps with the Expressive Material design, and the Google Account app is the latest to join the trend.
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