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Galaxy AI is freeAndroid users can breathe easy as Samsung won't be charging for Galaxy AI
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Parental controlsPixel phones are getting even better parental controls
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Android & ChillThe evolution of Android: Decades of transformation
ByJerry HildenbrandPublished
An Android FutureGoogle's Sameer Samat says ChromeOS and Android could be one soon
ByNickolas DiazPublished
YouTube swapsYouTube is changing the way you scroll with its dynamic 'Charts'
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
New LifeGemini's new photo-to-video breathes animated life into your memories
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Testing, testingGoogle drops 'Android Canary Release Channel' to build the future of foldables
ByNickolas DiazPublished
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AI
- New Life
Gemini's new photo-to-video breathes animated life into your memories
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Gemini, foldables, Wear OS, Oh my!Gemini is the star of Samsung's Unpacked, but Google has more in store for Android
ByNickolas DiazPublished
AI ByteAI could harm your critical thinking skills. Should that change how you use it?
ByBrady SnyderPublished
A total GemGoogle's AI Gems start rolling out, giving your Workspace an 'expert' assistant
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Study Guides & MoreGemini empowers Google Classroom educators with new AI tools
ByNickolas DiazPublished
AI ByteThe NotebookLM app for Android keeps making me want to go back to the website
ByBrady SnyderPublished
A ChangeGemini blazes past the old Assistant with this useful setting change
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Gemini for the winGoogle Workspace gets a much needed boost with Gemini's new smarts
ByNandika RaviPublished
Quicker, ConvenientAI Mode in Chrome could gain a neat shortcut for quicker interactions like Gemini
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Android Auto
Alternative?Samsung's alleged 'Auto DeX' leak is an Android Auto variant you might see
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Share songs n rideAndroid users can now "Jam" together with this new Spotify feature
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Coming soonI tried Android Auto with Gemini at Google I/O, here's how it went
ByBrady SnyderLast updated
It's getting hotAndroid Auto's UI for climate control support might look like this
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Might not happenLatest Android Auto v14.2 seemingly dashes hopes of smart glasses navigation
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Truly Sci-fiAndroid Auto might let you navigate the road with smart glasses
ByNickolas DiazPublished
- Gettin' Chilly
Android Auto's next update could bring controls for a more comfortable car ride
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Rough around the EdgesThis could be how Gemini works with Android Auto, but it needs more time
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Finding the best route...Android Auto users report issues with TomTom GO, but devs say a fix is coming
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Android OS
- Galaxy AI is free
Android users can breathe easy as Samsung won't be charging for Galaxy AI
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
- Parental controls
Pixel phones are getting even better parental controls
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
- Android & Chill
The evolution of Android: Decades of transformation
ByJerry HildenbrandPublished
- An Android Future
Google's Sameer Samat says ChromeOS and Android could be one soon
ByNickolas DiazPublished
- Testing, testing
Google drops 'Android Canary Release Channel' to build the future of foldables
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Easy unsubscribingAndroid users can declutter their inboxes with Gmail's new 'Manage Subscriptions' tab
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Monthly updateGoogle rolls out July update for Pixel with security patches and bug fixes
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
lock screen bluesLatest Android 16 update sparks lock screen woes for some Android users
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
June 2025 security patchAndroid users pumped with features as the OnePlus 13 update arrives
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Gmail
new UX styleGmail's new Material 3 Expressive design is secretly hitting some inboxes
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Quick replyGmail will now let you react to emails with emojis
ByBrady SnyderPublished
- Mail upgrades
Gmail's new search results prioritize relevant emails over recent ones
ByBrady SnyderPublished
Gone phishingGmail could start rejecting suspicious emails even before they reach your inbox
BySteven ShawPublished
How to recover lost Google contacts for Android
ByMick SymonsLast updated
7 best Gmail for Android tips and tricks
ByHarish JonnalagaddaPublished
How to set up out of office replies in Gmail
ByJeramy JohnsonPublished
How to download all of your Gmail attachments at once
ByNamerah Saud FatmiPublished
Google is restoring one of Gmail's useful features on the web
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Google Assistant
New voicesGoogle is spicing up its voice list on Search, according to a new leak
ByNandika RaviPublished
New Google AI plansNew Google AI Pro and $249/month Ultra subscription announced at I/O
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
- Easy-peesy
Google app on iOS gets a new feature that will 'Simplify' text online
ByNandika RaviPublished
ByeGoogle officially killed Driving Mode after stripping most of its features in 2024
ByBrady SnyderPublished
Google Vs DOJGoogle disagrees with US judge's ruling, says it could impact users at large
ByNandika RaviPublished
AI Mode gets Gemini-edGoogle's AI Mode gets Gemini's multimodal powers making it a visual search expert
ByNandika RaviPublished
Gotta catch 'em all!Google just turned your Search into a Pokédex for Easter
ByNandika RaviPublished
Spring cleaningGoogle is dialing back more Assistant features on Android and Nest devices
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
- Google Assistant
Google Assistant explained: Tricks, devices, and latest updates
ByMichael L HicksLast updated
Google Maps
Save from ScreenshotsGoogle Maps for iOS simplifies saving locations from screenshots
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Fake reviewsGoogle Maps doubles down on preventing fake reviews
ByNandika RaviPublished
now looking sharpGoogle Maps is giving your ETA screen a glow-up on Android
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
- Too soon?
Google Maps taps Gemini for an 'Ask about place' chip with directions and more
ByNickolas DiazPublished
More deetsGoogle Maps might predict more than just the traffic for you soon
ByNandika RaviPublished
Executive orderGoogle Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' following Trump executive order
ByNandika RaviPublished
- Enhanced navigation
Absolutely game-changing Google Maps update will cut down on wrong turns
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Faster route my a**Is anyone else sick of this unreliable Google Maps tool?
ByMichael L HicksPublished
- Earth Day
How to find eco-friendly routes and EV charging stops in Google Maps
ByMichael L HicksLast updated
Google Pay
Pay Your WayAndroid users get another option to pay later with Klarna on Google Pay
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Easier accessGoogle Wallet brings digital ID support to UK, more US states
ByNandika RaviPublished
- Now arriving at...
Google Wallet brings real-time train status alerts to Android, and teases I/O 2025
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Next stop is...Londoners can join the Google Pay 'Tube Challenge' for badges and city lore
ByNickolas DiazPublished
How to add vaccine cards and medical info to Google Wallet
ByMichael L HicksPublished
How to send and request money using GPay
ByJerry HildenbrandPublished
Google Pay: How it works, where it's available, and how it compares to Wallet
ByMark KnappPublished
Google Pay may add crypto cards to attract its 'Next Billion Users'
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Google Pay shouldn't be so terrible in 2022
ByJoe MaringPublished
Google Play Store
no more oops momentsGoogle Play Store’s new swipe gesture is here to save you from accidental buys
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Apps A PlentyMajor Google Play Store update grabs your attention with 'browse pages' and more
ByNickolas DiazPublished
- Gone for good!
Google Play Store just lost a ton of apps, but this is actually a good thing
ByNandika RaviPublished
- Safe space
Google Play Store will get more tools to protect users from scammy apps
ByNandika RaviPublished
Another bug?Play Store update 'bugs' several Android users with recurring notifications
ByNandika RaviPublished
Keep upHow to update Android apps on your phone
ByChristine PersaudPublished
The more you knowGoogle Play Services: What is it, and how does it keep your Android phone safe?
ByNamerah Saud FatmiLast updated
App managementUninstalling Android apps on other devices is about to become a lot easier
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Google Play: Everything you need to know
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Meta
DMs on ThreadsThreads ups its game with DMs, distancing itself from Instagram's shadow
ByNandika RaviPublished
35 Unread MessagesWhatsApp gives users 'Message Summaries' for when those texts pile up
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Making MovesWhatsApp unlocks new revenue streams, rolls out paid subscriptions, and more
ByNickolas DiazPublished
No more app switching as Threads begins testing DMs in some regions
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Sigh, finally!Better late than never? WhatsApp finally arrives on iPad for more seamless messaging
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Insta-3DMeta beats Android XR to the punch by making Instagram scrolling spatial
ByNickolas DiazPublished
- Secret Reels club
Instagram is trying out password-locked Reels, and The Weeknd is first to test it
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Blend goes widerInstagram's latest Blend Direct Messages feature is seeing a wider rollout
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
EarningsMeta's Q1 2025 earnings show major AI priority shift, Ray-Ban success
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Spotify
Happy 10!Spotify's Discover Weekly turns 10, but gifts you two big updates instead
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Skip the sync struggleSpotify just made it super easy to grab your favorite tracks on Wear OS
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Spotlight on CanadaCanadian artists thrive as Spotify hits record $10 Billion payout to music industry
ByNandika RaviPublished
DJ, play...Spotify's DJ takes song requests for music that fits what you want
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Up next...Spotify users get more control over their music with 'Queue' updates and more
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Gadget WeeklyI wish Spotify would augment Jam sessions with features like comments and reactions
ByNamerah Saud FatmiPublished
Free until it isn'tSpotify takes the fight to Audible with 200,000 'free' audiobooks, but there's a catch
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Spotify announces employee layoffs amid organizational restructuring
ByDerrek LeePublished
Spotify update brings support for the Android 13 media player
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Twitter is downIt wasn't just you — X (Twitter) resolved a major outage today
ByBrady SnyderLast updated
Whistleblower calls out Twitter for spambots and mishandling user data
ByDerrek LeePublished
What is free speech?
ByJerry HildenbrandPublished
Twitter makes it easier to search for Communities on the web
ByDerrek LeePublished
Massive Twitter outage ends after about 90 minutes
ByMichael L HicksPublished
House committee summons Meta, Alphabet, Twitter and Reddit over Capitol riot
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Twitter wants to turn the Explore page into yet another TikTok clone
ByMichael L HicksPublished
How to remove a follower on Twitter without blocking them
ByKeegan ProsserPublished
Twitter had the best reaction to Fleets still being up on shutdown day
ByDerrek LeeLast updated
Wear OS
Gemini on your WatchGoogle brings the might of Gemini AI to your Pixel Watch
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Wear OS WeeklyWill last-gen Galaxy and Pixel Watches die this year...and should they?
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Early warningThis new Android feature brings earthquake alerts right to your wrist
ByNickolas DiazLast updated
Healthier habitsAndroid users can now make healthier decisions as One UI 8 beta lands on Galaxy watches
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
Wear OS WeeklyWatchOS 26 and Wear OS 6 take different approaches to the same problems
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Hidden depthsCool Pixel Watch features keep trickling in from the Wear OS 6 dev code
ByMichael L HicksPublished
Wear thisBest Wear OS watch 2025
ByMichael L HicksLast updated
Android vet, watch newbieHMD Global is reportedly making a Wear OS watch with a camera
ByMichael L HicksPublished
FinallyGoogle patches an annoying Wear OS authentication bug affecting Wallet
ByBrady SnyderPublished
Youtube
- YouTube swaps
YouTube is changing the way you scroll with its dynamic 'Charts'
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
- Online Safety
YouTube ups minimum age for live streaming to boost child safety
ByNickolas DiazPublished
AI HighlightsYouTube tests its own take on AI Overviews with Premium users in search
ByNickolas DiazPublished
Sending songsYouTube Music is borrowing this handy feature from Spotify and Apple Music
ByBrady SnyderPublished
SlowdownYouTube allegedly slowing down videos to get you to ditch that ad blocker
ByNickolas DiazPublished
YouTube downYouTube seems to be experiencing a widespread outage
ByNandika RaviPublished
- superfan leaderboard
YouTube is testing a leaderboard to show off top live stream fans
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
Become your own DJYouTube Music
ByChristine PersaudPublished
- 'love it' button
YouTube is making playlist listening a bit more democratic
ByJay BonggoltoPublished
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- Testing, testing
Google drops 'Android Canary Release Channel' to build the future of foldables
ByNickolas DiazPublished
- Gemini on your Watch
Google brings the might of Gemini AI to your Pixel Watch
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished
- Easy unsubscribing
Android users can declutter their inboxes with Gmail's new 'Manage Subscriptions' tab
ByVishnu SarangapurkarPublished