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News and information for the company behind Android, Google. Latest news regarding Google inrelation to the Android platform and other mobile based products and projects.
Acer’s Spin 513 is the first Snapdragon 7c-powered Chromebook
Acer has announced its new Spin 513 Chromebook that is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7c platform, sporting an…
Uh oh: the Pixel 5 is apparently already coming apart for some users
Have we ever had a Google Pixel phone without some kind of controversy? I don't think so. This…
Google Nest Hub gets an interface overhaul (and yes, there’s dark mode)
Google is apparently working out a revamped UI for its recently rebranded Nest Hub, and it'll eventually come…
The Google Pixel 5 will sit through hold music for you
Hold music is probably one of the worst parts of most phone calls these days. You have to…
The new Chromecast with Google TV is officially on sale for $49/$89
Looking for a new media player? The new Chromecast with Google TV has just been unveiled, adding the…
Android 11 TV released, along with privacy, performance improvements and new features
Android 11 TV is arriving on the Android TV platform, enabling many features showcased during Google’s #11weeksofsummer virtual…
British retailers reveal black and white 128GB Google Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 models
British retailers’ websites were showing listings for the 128GB Google Pixel 4a 5G last week, with one also…
Android 11 has 117 new emojis so you don’t have to type out a message
Emojis are something that I never really notice unless I can't find one that matches what I want…
Google is bringing Android TV support for Duo video calls on the big screen
If you've been thinking that it would be nice to use the big screen in your room for…
Just received your new Pixel 4a? Sign up to the Android 11 beta here (Factory Image & OTA File available too)
Google's Pixel 4a launched back on August 3rd with orders in the US already having shipped and being…
Google will convert gifted Play Music subscriptions to YouTube Music and throw in some Play Store credit too, maybe
If you've been given a subscription for Google Play Music (GPM) and have found out that the service…
Google has introduced Meet for Chromecast, which is already being deployed to devices around the world
Google has introduced Meet for Chromecast, and it’s already started being rolled out to Chromecast devices. The new…
Is your Pixel 4a pre-order out for delivery yet?
After a much-delayed announcement, Google finally launched the Pixel 4a on August 3rd and while Europe has to…
Google’s fall Wear OS update brings a speed boost and a “beautiful new weather experience”
A lot has been said about Wear OS but it's likely that no one has ever said it…
Dark mode is finally rolling out to Google Chat
There is good news for G Suite users who communicate with team members via the Chat app in…
Android 11 is known as Red Velvet Cake within Google, but you probably won’t hear it called this
Android 11 is known as Red Velvet Cake within Google, but you probably won’t hear it called by…
You can now pre-register for Tom Clancy’s Elite Squad on the Play Store
Tom Clancy may have died a few years ago, but the gaming franchises using his brand and characters…
Google says that something special is coming today – likely the Nest smart speaker
After a week that saw the new Nest smart speaker make its debut in a certification image from…
Google is preparing Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), and Pixel 5 smartphones for launch (eventually)
Made By Google is preparing three smartphones for release later in 2020, believed to be derivatives of the…
Group Calling Now Available on Google’s Nest Hub Max
You may remember that nearly a year ago, Google began closing the gap between Google and Nest, presenting…
Android 11 for Android TV preview hints at Sabrina, a friendly new Google dongle
Google very recently released an unexpected developer preview of Android 11 for Android TV, only available for the…
Google rolls out Android 11 Beta 1.5 to fix issues caused by Beta 1
As with anything in life, the first attempt doesn't always succeed which means you need to try, try,…
The official Premier League app is now available on Huawei’s AppGallery
Soccer Football fans have suffered through more than three-months of COVID-19 lockdown, having to make do with watching…
Google Duo 32-person video calling is now live on the web
Google Duo is getting a little bit better for big friend groups today. The extremely expanded video calling…
Fitbit app hints at Google Assistant integration, because duh
Alphabet scooped up Fitbit a few months ago, but so far we haven't really seen much come out…
Google is knocking $10 off any game for all current and previous Stadia Pro users
If you've had your eye on any particular game on Google Stadia, now might be the time to…
Google’s little-known Pigeon app is shutting down on June 24th
Google is killing off another one of their smaller projects later this month. Surprised? No, probably not. To…
Here’s Google’s upcoming Android TV dongle with an overhauled interface
We've been hearing some rumors about an overhauled Android TV experience coming from Google, including an Android TV…
T-Mobile customers can grab a 3-month Stadia Pro subscription until June 9th
“T-Mobile Tuesdays” is the carrier promo that keeps on giving; if it isn't a free taco or subscription…
Stadia Pro’s June games are here and free-to-play!
The month of June is suddenly upon us which means that Google is throwing some free stuff your…
Google is giving out free Nest Minis to selected YouTube Premium and YouTube Music subscribers again
It's always good news when companies give out freebies and once again its the turn of YouTube Premium…
You can set up Google Duo without a phone number (but only on a tablet)
Last week Google Duo picked up a new feature that would allow people to find you on the…
First responder? Let Google help you find a COVID-19 responder hotel room
Many front line responders to the Covid-19 pandemic have found themselves face-to-face with this virus and they are…
Google’s Pixel 4a will reportedly ditch squeeze-based Google Assistant activation
It's been a feature of Google smartphones since the days of the Pixel 2 and 2 XL but…
Top 5 reasons why we’re excited for the Google Pixel 4a
With the Google Pixel 4a right around the corner it's looking like one of the most anticipated phones…
This third-party app allows 4K 60fps video recording on the Pixel 4
Google was criticized around the launch of the Pixel 4 because they weren't allowing 4K 60fps video recording.…