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Getting personal
Trump's proposed travel rule demands social media history from tourists
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Google Home
Gemini for Home's early access program will now let anyone in within 24 hours
By Brady Snyder Published
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It's yours
Instagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expand
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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The purge begins
Samsung Health is axing popular fitness programs as a bigger redesign looms
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Preferred sources in Google Preferred sources go globalGoogle Search and Gemini will now do more to surface your favorite and subscribed news
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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Emergency SOS
Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
By Brady Snyder Published
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Alternative
New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Google Home
Gemini for Home's early access program will now let anyone in within 24 hours
By Brady Snyder Published
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Meta prompting
A Google DeepMind engineer just shared the secret to making the perfect Gemini prompt
By Brady Snyder Published
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Mixboard
Google's AI idea board now generates presentations with Nano Banana Pro
By Brady Snyder Published
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Betting on Google
I've tested Gemini 3, and it proves Google has what it takes to win the AI race
By Brady Snyder Published
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Gemini, plus ads
Amid rumors, Google assures Gemini users: 'no ads planned for the app'
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Upgraded AI model
Gemini 3 Deep Think is Google's 'most advanced reasoning feature' — and it's available now
By Brady Snyder Published
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AI IDE
Google Antigravity's rate limits are changing amid 'incredible' demand
By Brady Snyder Published
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Tech Talk
What is Nano Banana? Here's a breakdown of the Gemini image editor and how to use it
By Jerry Hildenbrand Published
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Google AI
Google Gemini AI: Gemini 3, Nano Banana, Live, best features, linked apps, and more
By Michael L Hicks Last updated
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Android Auto
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Gemini-fied
Gemini transforms Android Auto with new AI features for a smarter drive
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Bye, Assistant!
Gemini for Android Auto is starting to replace Google Assistant
By Brady Snyder Published
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Eyes on the Road
Google starts quietly rolling out an essential button on Android Auto
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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game over
Google may be pulling the plug on Android Auto’s in-car mini-games
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Alternative?
Samsung's alleged 'Auto DeX' leak is an Android Auto variant you might see
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Share songs n ride
Android users can now "Jam" together with this new Spotify feature
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published
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Coming soon
I tried Android Auto with Gemini at Google I/O, here's how it went
By Brady Snyder Last updated
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It's getting hot
Android Auto's UI for climate control support might look like this
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Might not happen
Latest Android Auto v14.2 seemingly dashes hopes of smart glasses navigation
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Android OS
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Emergency SOS
Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
By Brady Snyder Published
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Alternative
New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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New modes
How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically
By Brady Snyder Published
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Dark mode on
Gemini's refresh: Unveiling the new 'My Stuff' folder for seamless user navigation
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Revamp
Gemini's web redesign introduces 'My Stuff' folder for a streamlined user experience
By Nandika Ravi Published
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The Android 16 logo on a Google Pixel 8a outdoors. In-call safety arrivesAndroid now warns before you open banking apps during risky calls
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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The big shift
Android 16 finally fights notification overload and lets you kill ugly icons
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Unwrap the December drop: Google brings fresh updates for Android users
By Nandika Ravi Published
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More inviting
From Expressive to Accessible, Google's winter Android update makes the OS easy for all
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Gmail
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Get a preview
Gmail gives Android users a window into email attachments with this update
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Sleigh Bells ring...
Google brings a unified 'Purchases' tab to Gmail ahead of the holiday rush
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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new UX style
Gmail's new Material 3 Expressive design is secretly hitting some inboxes
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Quick reply
Gmail will now let you react to emails with emojis
By Brady Snyder Published
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Mail upgrades
Gmail's new search results prioritize relevant emails over recent ones
By Brady Snyder Published
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Gmail Mass email rejections Gone phishingGmail could start rejecting suspicious emails even before they reach your inbox
By Steven Shaw Published
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null How to recover lost Google contacts for Android
By Mick Symons Last updated
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Gmail guide 7 best Gmail for Android tips and tricks
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
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Gmail Inbox Hero How to set up out of office replies in Gmail
By Jeramy Johnson Published
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Google Assistant
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Bye, Assistant
Google Assistant could shut down for Android Auto in March 2026
By Brady Snyder Published
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New look!
Google's song search evolves with a modern Gemini-inspired UI on Android
By Nandika Ravi Published
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New look!
Google's voice and song search gets a major overhaul on Android after years
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Stay in the know
Google introduces new tools to help users fight against evolving phishing scams effectively
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Google Outage
Google, Gmail, and Meet hit by widespread outage, causing login issues
By Nandika Ravi Published
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New voices
Google is spicing up its voice list on Search, according to a new leak
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Running Gemini Advanced on a Google Pixel 9 Pro New Google AI plansNew Google AI Pro and 249ドル/month Ultra subscription announced at I/O
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published
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Easy-peesy
Google app on iOS gets a new feature that will 'Simplify' text online
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Bye
Google officially killed Driving Mode after stripping most of its features in 2024
By Brady Snyder Published
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Google Maps
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Let's go there
Google Maps gets a major upgrade with Gemini for smooth navigation on Android and iOS
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Let's go there
Google Maps gets a Gemini boost to help you navigate the roads like a pro
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Double Rainbow
Here's what the redesigned Google Photos and Maps icons look like
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Real-time lane intelligence
Google Maps and Polestar fix the worst part of highway driving
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Google Maps driving mode black bar ETA at a glanceGoogle Maps is adding a nifty chip to show how long it'll take you to get home
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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Assistant is out
Your next Google Maps navigation could be planned by Gemini
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Smoother EV driving
Rivian partners with Google Maps for enhanced EV navigation experience
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published
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Save from Screenshots
Google Maps for iOS simplifies saving locations from screenshots
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published
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Fake reviews
Google Maps doubles down on preventing fake reviews
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Google Pay
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No more drain
Android’s next update is finally addressing your phone’s biggest battery hogs
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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On Time
Google Wallet is helping Android users effortlessly catch their plane or train
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Quick Taps
Google Pay's fresh updates will unlock better shopping rewards for Chrome users
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Pay Your Way
Android users get another option to pay later with Klarna on Google Pay
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Easier access
Google Wallet brings digital ID support to UK, more US states
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Now arriving at...
Google Wallet brings real-time train status alerts to Android, and teases I/O 2025
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Next stop is...
Londoners can join the Google Pay 'Tube Challenge' for badges and city lore
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Google Wallet Covid-19 vaccination record How to add vaccine cards and medical info to Google Wallet
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Google Pay How to send and request money using GPay
By Jerry Hildenbrand Published
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Google Play Store
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Free cash
Here's when Google Play Store users will get an automatic cash settlement payout
By Brady Snyder Published
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You win!
Focus Friend and Pokémon TCG Pocket shine in Google Play's Best of 2025 awards
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Top Charts in the Play Store on the Galaxy S25 Ultra Find it fasterGoogle Play enhances search with new 'Where to watch' streaming feature
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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No more sifting
Google's upcoming review search feature might soon help you save time on the Play Store
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Gift cards go green
You can now send Starbucks and Disney gift cards straight from Google Play
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Epic v. Google
Google and Epic's settlement proposal could finally end the multi-year Play Store dispute
By Brady Snyder Published
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Ditch the scroll
Play Store’s new AI summaries could help you spot the best apps faster
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Top Charts in the Play Store on the Galaxy S25 Ultra Age checks go liveGoogle Play users must now verify their age to keep downloading certain apps
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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The Order Stands
US Supreme Court upholds Google Play Store changes amid ongoing Epic Games lawsuit
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Meta
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It's yours
Instagram hands you the keys to control 'Your Algorithm' in Reels, plans to expand
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Delayed
Meta reportedly pushes the release of new mixed-reality glasses to 2027
By Brady Snyder Published
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Early deals
Meta reveals its Black Friday offers early with Ray-Ban Meta and Meta Quest 3S deals
By Brady Snyder Published
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Trade-in deals
Meta is piloting a trade-in program for Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses — here's how it works
By Brady Snyder Published
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Shakeup
Meta's chief AI scientist is leaving the company after 12 years to create a startup
By Brady Snyder Published
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Ruled in favor
Meta cleared of monopoly claims as judge highlights competition with TikTok
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Not so fast
Got a 100ドル off code from Meta that didn't work? You're not alone — here's what happened
By Brady Snyder Published
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One inbox for all
You might soon message non-WhatsApp users — here’s how Meta plans to pull it off
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Finally!
Meta boosts older smart glasses with new Garmin and Strava features for fitness enthusiasts
By Brady Snyder Published
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Spotify
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Wrap it up!
Explore Spotify Wrapped 2025: A year in music, top albums, and your unique listening age
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Pricey!
Spotify might raise prices again for US users in early 2026
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Easy switching
Spotify is making it easier to switch with in-app TuneMyMusic playlist transfers
By Brady Snyder Published
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Spotify Premium Platinum plan details in India Pay upSpotify lossless lands in India, and there's the inevitable price hike: it's 40% costlier than Apple Music, and I'm now paying 3x as much as my previous plan
By Harish Jonnalagadda Published
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Spotify sharing
Android users can now share their favorite Spotify songs through WhatsApp Status
By Brady Snyder Published
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Put you on repeat...
Spotify can now tell which songs Android users are addicted to
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Rocky Music
Spotify's having major issues on Samsung and Google phones—this is why
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Got a request?
Spotify's AI DJ takes requests in a new way on Android with prompts to get you started
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Step into lossless
How to enable Spotify Lossless audio on your smartphone
By Tshaka Armstrong Published
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Where are you?
X's new 'transparent' location labels for accounts have people questioning everything
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Partial outage
Facing trouble logging into X? You're not alone — here’s the scoop!
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Twitter is down
It wasn't just you — X (Twitter) resolved a major outage today
By Brady Snyder Last updated
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Twitter Logo on a Pixel Whistleblower calls out Twitter for spambots and mishandling user data
By Derrek Lee Published
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Elon Musk at the TED2022 conference What is free speech?
By Jerry Hildenbrand Published
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Twitter logo on a Pixel 4 XL Twitter makes it easier to search for Communities on the web
By Derrek Lee Published
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Twitter Logo Header Massive Twitter outage ends after about 90 minutes
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Social Media Apps House committee summons Meta, Alphabet, Twitter and Reddit over Capitol riot
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Twitter Explore Tiktok Twitter wants to turn the Explore page into yet another TikTok clone
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Wear OS
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AOD upgrades
Google Pixel Watch update adds always-on display support for more Clock features
By Brady Snyder Published
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UI boost!
Galaxy Watch 5 and Pro users await One UI 8 Watch update after beta concludes
By Brady Snyder Published
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Watch 5 + Watch 5 Pro
One UI 8 Watch update expected soon for Galaxy Watch 5 and 5 Pro users
By Brady Snyder Published
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News Weekly
News Weekly: Early look at the OnePlus 15R, Wear OS 6 lands on older Galaxy watches, Android Auto gets Gemini's tricks, and more
By Nandika Ravi Published
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A close-up view of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and its default watch face. Wear thisBest Wear OS watch 2025
By Michael L Hicks Last updated
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Wear OS Weekly
Wear OS 6 is one of the best parts of the Pixel Watch 4
By Michael L Hicks Published
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The Google Pixel Watch 3 showing the Weather tile, with an hourly forecast for the evening. Pixel Weather takes overGoogle is phasing out the Wear OS Weather app, but for something better
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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Future of Wear OS
Wear OS 6: One UI 8 Watch, Material 3 Expressive, Gemini, & more
By Michael L Hicks Last updated
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Wear OS Weekly
Custom watch faces for the Galaxy Watch 8 and Pixel Watch 4 are fantastic — Here's where to find them
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Youtube
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The safety paradox
YouTube cut off: Australian teens are losing logins under new age law
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Android Central's YouTube homepage AI everywhereYouTube might soon let you tweak your suggested content with AI prompts
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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DM feature is back
YouTube revives in-app direct messaging in surprise test
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Targeted tracks
YouTube Music might finally fix its biggest playlist headache for a long time
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Piling on
Why YouTube is not working for users of Opera GX with Ad blockers
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Piling on
YouTube's not working for users with ad blockers, at least for this one browser
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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YouTube on Pixel 7 Pro AI gets it wrongYouTube's age verification system is back to calling adults kids
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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YouTube Premium homepage on Android Old videos, new lifeYouTube will soon use AI to make low-resolution videos look sharper
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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A Pop of Fun
YouTube's new 'Like' button animations bring a playful twist to your viewing experience
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Alternative
New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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The gatekeeper
Google’s new model stops Gemini from going rogue in Chrome
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Meta prompting
A Google DeepMind engineer just shared the secret to making the perfect Gemini prompt
By Brady Snyder Published
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