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Epic Games Trial Could Make Play Store Nest Other App Stores
If Epic Games gets its way, we could see the Play Store act as a hub for other app stores.
The Play Store “Account Deletion Available” Badge Goes Live
Reinstalling an app just to get rid of your account is tiring. You won't have to do that anymore.
Google Will Shun Samsung And Embrace TSMC For The Tensor G5
Google will get in bed with the more capable TSMC for the production of Pixel 10 chips.
The Play Store Will Let Someone Else Pay For Your Apps Now
Uncles, aunts, and parents beware. Children can now send you links to pay for apps or microtransactions.
Google Play Points Gets Upgraded Perks And New Experiences
Google is enhancing its Google Play Points reward program with improved perks and rewards, offering users the opportunity to win Pixel devices, gaming merchandise, attend gaming events, and more!
Finding Your Lost Google TV Remote Is About to Get Easier
Google TV is soon getting the long-requested "Find my remote" feature, thanks to the upcoming Android 14 for TV update. Here's how the feature will work.
Circle To Search Is Getting Some New Features
Circle to Search will soon allow partial screenshot sharing and present Google Lens-inspired features.
Ask Photos Is The New Way To Search In Google Photos
Google announced at its I/O 2024 event that the Photos app will soon get Gemini's AI capabilities for the new Ask Photos feature. Here's how it works.
Android 15 Beta 2 Is Out Now, Available On More Than Pixels
Android 15 Beta 2 is out, and now both Pixel users and phones from other manufacturers can give it a test.
Android Auto Is Getting A Bunch More Apps
Google has announced that it's bringing several new features and apps to Android Auto and its other in-car services. Checkout what all is coming.
Google Has Announced A Suite Of New Theft Protection Features
With how expensive smartphones are now, it's great Google is implementing new theft protection features.
That Chrome OS On Android Thing Was Just A Tech Demonstration
Chromebook lovers everywhere were excited when Google showed Chrome OS working on Android. Sadly, that won't be going anywhere.
Gemini 1.5 And Google Gemma Are Getting Major Improvements
Google has been betting big on AI. Its Gemini and Gemma models are getting some notable updates.
Pixel 8a’s First Software Update Includes AI Wallpaper Generator
Google's Pixel 8a receives its first software update, which includes the AI-powered wallpaper generator, a feature previously exclusive to the flagship Pixel 8 series.
Google’s AI Video Generator Will Create The Content You Imagine
Soon Veo will help you shoot a music video from your living room.
Apple And Google’s DULT To Alert You To Unauthorized Trackers
Apple and Google have jointly released a new industry specification for Android and iOS users to alert them of unwanted bluetooth trackers
Chrome OS On Android Could Be Final Piece In Pixel Jigsaw
Chrome OS may soon arrive on Android phones, giving an alterative desktop solution
Google Releases A Dockless Pixel Tablet But It’s Not Worth It
Google has made the interesting choice of re-releasing its Google Pixel Tablet about a year after it launched, but just without the dock this time.
Pixel 8a Is Here With Face Unlock, AI, And 120Hz Display
The Pixel 8a is finally here with AI features and great cameras at a cheaper price.
Google Wants To Shortcut The New Phone Setup Process
You can currently transfer data from an old device either wired or wirelessly, while setting up a new phone. Google is working to fasten the process by combining both these methods.
Google Fit API Is Being Put Down In Favor Of Health Connect
Google Fit has been the first-party health platform for a while now, but its API is going to be put to bed in favor of Health Connect.
At Last, The Google Play Store Can Download Two Apps At Once
For as long as I can remember, Play Store downloads queue up and download one by one. Well, that has finally changed.
Google RealFill Could Be A New Approach To AI In Photography
Google RealFill will bring AI to Google's cameras; perhaps in the smartest way it's ever been implemented.
Google Plans To Sell A Dockless Pixel Tablet
Google's Pixel Tablet is back with a vengeance, ready to ditch the dock and "rock" the market with a stylus and keyboard combo.
You Can Install Gemini On Literally Any Pixel Phone
Google Gemini will now work on Pixels running at least Android 10, which means... potentially all Pixels.
Google Rolls Out Second Pixel Update With Tons Of Fixes
Here we go again. Google has released yet another update to fix an issue from a previous one.
There’s A Cool New Satellite Feature Coming To Google Maps
With satellite connectivity, Google Maps will be able to give you periodic updates on your location, even when you're offline or out of cellular range.
Google Gemini To Support Third-Party Music Streaming Apps
Google Gemini is about to take a little more from Google Assistant, and will soon be able to support requests related to third-party music streaming apps.
Using Google Wallet From A Smartwatch Will Get More Annoying
Using Google Wallet through your Wear OS smartwatch is supposed to make things easier for you, but the new PIN code requirement is about to make things annoying.
A Google Restructure Aims To Put AI Into All Google Products
Google has undergone a major restructure, and with this, the aim is to add speed and AI to many major Google products.
Pixel 9 To Get Emergency Satellite Connectivity
Google is about to introduce satellite connectivity on its upcoming smartphones, starting with the Pixel 9. Here's how it will work:
Google One’s VPN service Will Shut Down This Year
Google One VPN is ending sometime this year, according to an official email sent to its customers today.
You Can Now Give Android 15 A Try: The First Beta Is Here
For inquisitive Pixel users out in the world, you can now get an early taste of what Android has to offer next. The first beta for Android 15 has just been released.
OnePlus and Oppo Phones Will Get Gemini Ultra Later in 2024
Flagship phones from Oppo and OnePlus look set to adopt the Google Gemini Ultra model on their devices, and to be the first to do so.
Google Wallet Gets A Website; You Can Manage Passes On PC
You might be used to accessing your Google Wallet info through your Android smartphone, but now you'll be able to manage things on a brand-new website.
Google’s Magic Editor Is Coming To Everyone, Even iPhones
Google has announced that it is making certain Pixel-exclusive AI editing tools, including Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Cinematic Photos, and more, available to all Google Photos users for free.