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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.
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.
Google’s New Find My Device on Android Is Rolling Out
After months of holding back, Google has finally begun rolling out the new Find My Device network. It supports offline tracking, Bluetooth tags, and more.
Google May End Up Making Gemini’s Standalone App Redundant
Besides OpenAI, if there's any company that has been taking the AI wave as seriously, it's Google. Google's…
The Nest Hub Might Be Able To Use Its Radar To Detect A Fall
The Google Nest Hub might be able to detect falls in the future, thanks to coming equipped with a radar system.
Android 15’s Built-In Desktop Mode Will Be So Much Better
Samsung DeX may soon have competition built right into the operating system, with Android 15's Desktop Mode.
The Gmail App Will Be Getting A “Summarize” Button Soon
Don't have the time to read through what your boss is saying in a lengthy email? Gmail will help you summarize that.
AI-Powered Search Might Be A Paid Feature In Google’s Future
AI chatbots are becoming an avenue to get information from, rivaling traditional search engines. Google knows this, and might infuse AI in Google Search in the future.
Google Pixel’s Phone App Will Let You Lookup Unknown Callers
Apprehensive about picking up a call from an unsaved number? The Pixel's Phone application is about to get a Lookup feature.
Google’s Find My Device Network Will Launch In A Few Days
After waiting for Apple to hold up their part of the deal, Google has finally announced that their Find My Device network will launch in "three days".
Google Messages’ Satellite Messaging Could Work With Anyone
There've been whispers that Google Messages will soon support satellite messaging to emergency services, but it looks like the feature won't be limited to that.
Your Google Home Might Soon Work Offline
You'll be able to adjust thermostats and controls lights without internet connection in the coming days.
Google Will Delete Incognito Mode Data Collected In Chrome
We've all used Chrome's Incognito Mode at some point (for various reasons). But you might not know it's never been as "incognito" as you think. Fortunately, Google's about to delete all the data they stored.
Android 15 Could Fix The Pixel 8 Pro’s Janky Scrolling
Brace yourself. Your Pixel 8 phone's scrolling problem won't go away until Android 15 launches.
Android 15 May Let You Block Some Carrier Location Requests
Your carrier can send requests to your smartphone to obtain your exact location, and you can't do anything about it. Thankfully, this might change soon.
The Google Pixel 8 Will Be Getting Gemini Nano After All
Google is backtracking on their initial claim that only the Pixel 8 Pro would be getting Gemini Nano, and now telling us that the little Pixel 8 will be welcome too.
The Google Pixel 8a – What We Know So Far
The Pixel 8a, Google's upcoming mid-range smartphone, is preparing for its debut. Here's all we know about the phone and what it will look like.
Google Messages Is Going To Have Built-In Gemini Soon
Gemini will soon become a lot easier to use, once the upcoming Google Messages integration is complete, allowing you to message the chatbot straight from Messages.
Fitbit Premium Is Getting An AI Chat Bot
At The Check Up event 2024, Google Fitbit announced an LLM chatbot. It provides useful health tips using your Fitbit data.
Pixel 8a Could Get A Significant Display Upgrade
The Google Pixel 8a is about to grace us with its presence in a couple months and while we wait, here is some information on its specs and availability.
Google Simplifies Its Fitbit Rebranding
Google bids farewell to the old "Fitbit by Google" branding, renaming it as "Google Fitbit."