Update, March 3, 2019 (11:51PM): KaiOS representatives have clarified the technical underpinnings of the feature-phone platform. The company told us that it doesn’t have an Android base, but uses the Android kernel. KaiOS is derived from the FireFoxOS platform, the company (and Android Authority) previously noted. The Mozilla-owned platform was discontinued in 2015, after two years on the market. Original article, March 1, 2019 (12:01PM): Android and iOS might be duking it out in the mobile world, but a far less technologically advanced platform is quietly challenging Google and Apple‘s efforts.

Ultra-hard 2D platformer Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers has finally arrived on Android (for good). Nerf Game’s acclaimed title is now available for free from the Google Play Store. While the iOS favorite has technically hit Android devices in the past thanks to a Humble Bundle offer, today marks Lost Socks’ debut on the Play Store. Unlike previous incarnations, the version on offer is free-to-play with optional in-game microtransactions (up to $15.

Heads up, Verizon Galaxy S3 owners! A new software update – non JB, before you ask – is heading your way. The update will bring some improvement and fixes that should help make your time with the phone more enjoyable. Here’s the complete change log for the new IMM76D.I535VRALG7 software build: Improved stability and connectivity with Back Up Assistant Added support for viewing the Guided Tour video over cellular network Enhanced customer support with Verizon Remote Diagnostics Improved data connectivity when using S Beam NFC (TecTile) tagging issue resolved to ensure pre-programmed text messages are accurate “No SIM” pop up issue has been resolved The Remote Diagnostics tool could come in handy if you encounter some problems that require Verizon’s assistance, but don’t have time to make a visit to their stores.

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR A leaker contends that the rumored OnePlus 10 Ultra might land as a OnePlus 10T. This is confusing because, so far, there hasn’t been a OnePlus 10. It’s possible this leaker is incorrect, but the fact we believe it could happen shows just how confusing OnePlus’ lineup is today. When OnePlus first started selling phones, it had a pretty reliable naming scheme.

TL;DR Sony has confirmed some details regarding the PlayStation 5 storage options. At launch, the PS5 won’t support expanding or replacing the internal storage. However, it will support USB-C external storage drives on launch day and will eventually support expandable internal storage. With the launch of the PlayStation 5 only a week away, buyers are starting to get clarity on a lot of unanswered questions. Today, Sony confirmed to The Verge that there will be certain restrictions related to storage options for the PS5.

Did you heart skip a beat when you read yesterday that theHTC One X on Telus is finally getting its Android 4.1 update, hoping that the same Jelly Bean goodness will come to your device? If you’re sporting any of the three smartphones listed below, it looks like the wait is almost over. According to the latest software updates schedule that Telus has posted online, the HTC One S, the Samsung Galaxy S2 X 4G and the Samsung Galaxy Note will all get the software package soon.

Wi-Fi is everywhere Earlier this year, an important expedition took place in the Himalayas at the foot of Mount Everest. The goal was not to summit the world’s highest peak, but to provide internet access to the climbers and their guides in the form of Wi-Fi. Yes, base camp on the Khumbu Glacier in Nepal now offers Wi-Fi, like any civilized place should. Wi-Fi has come a long way since 802.

Update, January 29: Eager to see how Final Fantasy IX looks on mobile? A gameplay video has been posted on a Square Enix Japan YouTube channel (via FinalFantasyUnion). Enjoy! Original post, December 31: Square Enix has been working to bring just about every Final Fantasy game to mobile devices for the past couple years, and it has just announced its next re-release that’s coming to mobile. Final Fantasy IX, one of the best Final Fantasy games of all time, is coming to Android, iOS and PC sometime in 2016.

Despite being two diligently different companies, both HTC and BlackBerry share some surprising similarities: (1) both are established players in the mobile game, (2) both have found their fortunes are no longer the same, and (3) both have released new flagship hardware this month. In the case of HTC, the contentious One A9 is being offered, and in the case of BlackBerry, we have the Priv, nee Venice. To be sure, both devices are solid pieces of hardware, with the Priv occupying the high-end spec segment and the A9 going for more middle-ground.

AT&T ignited a storm of controversy several weeks ago after it started rolling out fake 5G icons to select Android smartphones on its network. Now it would appear that the carrier is pushing its faux 5G network indicator to iPhones as well. According to MacRumors, some users who have the iOS 12.2 beta two update on their iPhones are receiving the fake 5G logo.  The U.S. carrier subsequently confirmed the roll-out to the publication.