16 Across

NYT Daily • August 23, 2025

Galaxy program, e.g.

Answer:

ANDROIDAPP

Hint:

Think of a mobile platform where you might find software for Samsung or Google devices.

Explanation:

This clue hints at a type of software associated with the Samsung Galaxy line of devices. "Galaxy program" refers to an application designed for Android, which is the operating system used by Galaxy phones. The answer "ANDROIDAPP" combines "Android" (the OS) with "app" (short for application), making it a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay. Think of popular apps like Google Maps or Spotify—those are Android apps you’d find on a Galaxy device.

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