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Pixel 10 Won’t Change Much, But The New Colors Might Win You Over
The Pixel 10 is the Pixel 9 rebranded in design. But hey, at least we’re getting new colors and one (possible) extra camera lens.
Google Launches AI Ultra Subscription and New Gen AI Media Tools
For those who weren't getting enough AI in their lives already, Gemini's new subscription is for you.
Say I Do To YouTube’s New Premium Plan For Two
YouTube is testing a cheaper two-person Premium plan in select regions to offer more flexibility.
Google Gemini’s Image Generation Has Just Been Supercharged
Google Gemini's image generation hand gains some very impressive magic tricks.
You Can Now Add Your Government ID to Google Wallet in the UK
Cheers to your digital ID being able to buy you a beer soon... and of course, other important stuff.
YouTube Is 20 and Celebrates With New Features for Premium Users
It's been 20 years since the first YouTube video, that infamous one at the zoo, was published.
Gemini Live Screen and Camera Sharing Launch to All Android Users
Your conversations with Google's talking AI have just gone multimodal.
Google Messages Is Giving Long Texts the Space They Deserve
It's about time Google expanded the text box in Google Messages. Now you have all the room needed to express yourself.
Pixel 10 Pro Fold Leaks Reveal an Unchanged Look From Last Year
This might be an April Fool's prank, but the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 9 Pro Fold are twins in a new leak.
Google Now Lets You Use Its Smartest Gemini Model for Free
If AI tools like Gemini are a big part of your daily workflow, you'll be a fan of Google's benevolence.
Pixel Users Face Nightmare as Google Clock Fails to Wake Them Up
Something is seriously off with Google's software this month.
Pixel Watch 3 Users Battle Bugs After Wear OS 5.1 Rollout
You may want to step away from that update button on your Pixel Watch 3. Wear OS 5.1 can wait.
Google Assistant’s Days Are Numbered as Gemini Takes Over
Google is replacing Google Assistant with its other assistant that’s more of a yapper than helper.
Google Rolls Out a Chromecast Fix After Users Found Their Own
You probably regret performing that factory reset when Google said not to.
Google Releases Android Games on PC As Microsoft Drops WSA
Android gaming is getting bigger and now works officially on computers too.
Google Might Part with Chrome Despite Presidency-Pleasing Efforts
Google donated a lot of money to Trump's inauguration fund, but that didn't seem to yield any favors.
Chromecasts Aren’t Working Right; But Don’t Factory Reset
All across the world, Chromecasts are unusable. Google is aware of the problem.
Welcome YouTube Premium Lite; Watch “Most” Videos Ad-Free
For those for whom YouTube Premium was too expensive comes YouTube Premium Lite.
Google and Qualcomm Make 8 Years of OS Updates a Possibility
A smartphone staying up to date for nearly a whole decade is a crazy thought.
Google I/O 2025 Now Has a Date; Set Your Calendars for May
Google's annual event is just about 100 days away, packing plenty of software and developer-focused news.
Google’s AI Shift: From “Don’t Be Evil” to Defense Contractor?
Google's AI ethics shift to hint at military involvement. Turns out their principles are conveniently flexible.
Google Expands Gemini 2.0 Models With Flash, Pro, and Flash-Lite
Google launched Gemini 2.0 models with expanded availability and better efficiency. Pricing varies by model, with Flash-Lite as a cheaper option.
Google Erases Old Pixel 4a Updates Amid Battery Issues
The Pixel 4a’s battery program made some batteries worse, and now Google has scrapped older updates. You either get a new device or replace your battery.
You Can Now Transfer iPhone Burst Stacks To Android
Google finally adds burst photo transfer support to Android Switch. Maybe next, they'll fix the Pixel's clunky Top Shot feature.
Android 16 To Regulate AI Writing With This New Developer feature
Google thinks we’ve become too lazy with AI writing everything for us. Now, Android 16 may force you to think before you type.
Google Introduces Android XR; Samsung Will Be First In Line
Google is ready to bet big on XR headsets and glasses, with a custom-built OS for them.
Google Introduces Expressive Captions to Conversations and Media
Google's new Expressive Captions bring emotions to every conversation. AI adds tone and feeling to make them lively and real.
December Pixel Update: Bug Fixes, And Pixel 6 Lives Again
Google's December update fixes bugs and extends Pixel support. Pixel 6, 7, and Fold will get two more years.
Soon, Devs Can Use Gemini To Analyze Entire Folders Of Code
Now Gemini can figure out why your software isn't working, instead of giving yourself a headache.
Soon, Android Will Allow Data Transfer From Old Phones Post-Setup
The Pixel 9 series, and other phones in 2025, will support transferring data from your previous device, even after the setup wizard.
Google Turns Away From Tablets; Pixel Tablet 2 Will Be The Last
The third tablet from Google will not be happening. Could you call that a "dead Pixel"?
If US DOJ Has Its Way, Google Might Need To Sell Off Chrome
This all stems from Google being considered a monopolist in thye search business.
Android 16’s First Developer Preview is Now Available
Android 16’s first Developer Preview is out, with the full launch set for Q2 2025. Test it now with Android Studio or wait for the Beta in early 2025.
Pixel Tablet 2 May Arrive in 2025 After a Long Wait
After what feels like forever, the Pixel Tablet 2 may finally be on its way.
Wait, Ads In YouTube Premium? What Is Google Thinking?
YouTube Premium's whole crusade is "death to ads", so why are Premium subscribers seeing ads?
Google’s Tensor G6 Will Trim Specs for Efficiency
Google wants to solve Pixel phones' overheating and battery issues. But not without removing some serious features to save money.