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GenAI is here to stay!
GenAI is emerging, and it could make the phone's form factor feel irrelevant
By Nandika Ravi 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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In Moderation
YouTube's new timer stops you from doom scrolling into procrastination
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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IDC X AC
Exclusive: The road to AI — How it will transform our relationship with technology
By Shruti Shekar Published
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Declutter your keyboard
Android’s Gboard update lets you hide punctuation for a minimalist keyboard experience
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Solved
Google rolls out Android 16 Beta 3.1 to fix bootloop issues for Pixel users
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Explore Apps & Software
AI
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IDC X AC
Exclusive: The road to AI — How it will transform our relationship with technology
By Shruti Shekar Published
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Suunto My plan
Can the Suunto Coach replace your trainer with AI? I tested it to find out
By Brady Snyder Published
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Tell a story
Google's powerful Veo steps up its creativity in 3.1 version update for 'realism'
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Gemini vs. Apple Intelligence
Android vs. iPhone: Which platform is better for mobile AI?
By Brady Snyder Published
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Hanging On
Get ready—Samsung Bixby could be transforming with a sleek new look and AI upgrades
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Tech Talk
Tech Talk: How can AI translate text and speech in real-time?
By Jerry Hildenbrand Published
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Google Cloud + Gemini
Google Agentspace makes way for Gemini Enterprise, a new AI workplace platform
By Brady Snyder Published
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Get going!
Google Gemini's AI Pro plan is free for Canadian college students, so act fast
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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AI apps
Best AI apps for Android
By Brady Snyder Published
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Android Auto
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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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Truly Sci-fi
Android Auto might let you navigate the road with smart glasses
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Gettin' Chilly
Android Auto's next update could bring controls for a more comfortable car ride
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Android OS
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GenAI is here to stay!
GenAI is emerging, and it could make the phone's form factor feel irrelevant
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Solved
Google rolls out Android 16 Beta 3.1 to fix bootloop issues for Pixel users
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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The Android 16 logo on a Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Beta gets betterThe latest Android 16 QPR2 beta makes it easier to add app shortcuts to home screen
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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Spruced up!
Galaxy S23 FE sees major One UI 8 update: Customize your lock screen and more
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Your phone your rules
LineageOS 23 brings Android 16 to over 100 devices despite Google’s holdups
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Live Search
Google Search goes "Live" with this new feature that we didn't know we needed
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Put a party hat on my dog!
Google expands exclusive Pixel 10 feature to Android users in the US
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Android 16 review Spot the differenceAndroid 16 review: Same difference
By Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
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Switch it up!
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 lets you turn app icons into cookies
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Gmail
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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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Gmail hero How to download all of your Gmail attachments at once
By Namerah Saud Fatmi Published
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Google Assistant
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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 Vs DOJ
Google disagrees with US judge's ruling, says it could impact users at large
By Nandika Ravi Published
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AI Mode gets Gemini-ed
Google's AI Mode gets Gemini's multimodal powers making it a visual search expert
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Gotta catch 'em all!
Google just turned your Search into a Pokédex for Easter
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Google Maps
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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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now looking sharp
Google Maps is giving your ETA screen a glow-up on Android
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Too soon?
Google Maps taps Gemini for an 'Ask about place' chip with directions and more
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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More deets
Google Maps might predict more than just the traffic for you soon
By Nandika Ravi Published
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The Google Maps logo and "You've arrived" text at the Google Maps Street View Garage entrance Executive orderGoogle Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' following Trump executive order
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Google Pay
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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 Pay app Google Pay: How it works, where it's available, and how it compares to Wallet
By Mark Knapp Published
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Google Play Store
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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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More games, more prizes
Android users can unlock new rewards with Google's revamped Play Points
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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race against time
Google is scrambling for an emergency hold after Epic’s court victory
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Victory
Epic Games for Android will be available on Google Store following court ruling
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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no more oops moments
Google Play Store’s new swipe gesture is here to save you from accidental buys
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Apps A Plenty
Major Google Play Store update grabs your attention with 'browse pages' and more
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Gone for good!
Google Play Store just lost a ton of apps, but this is actually a good thing
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Safe space
Google Play Store will get more tools to protect users from scammy apps
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Another bug?
Play Store update 'bugs' several Android users with recurring notifications
By Nandika Ravi Published
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Meta
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More Protections
Meta preps AI Safety update for teens that lets parents breathe easier
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Threads levels up
Threads is rolling out group chats and expands messaging to the EU
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Reels first
Instagram tests a 'Home' tab with short-form content before anything else
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Meta AI app has a new 'Vibes' feed, full of AI-generated videos you can remix
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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IDC x AC
Exclusive: Meta's new smart glasses are great and everyone should be worried
By Jitesh Ubrani Published
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Stay in touch
WhatsApp's new translation feature bridges language barriers in chats
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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A display of Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) glasses in various styles. VersusRay-Ban Meta (Gen 2) vs (Gen 1): Do you need to upgrade your smart glasses?
By Brady Snyder Published
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AI on patrol
Instagram's AI now detects and protects teens, even if their profile says they're adults
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Connecting the dots
Meta Connect 2025 live: the big Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses news, how to watch, what to expect, and everything from the big show
By Michael L Hicks Last updated
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Spotify
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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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Just ask ChatGPT
Spotify in ChatGPT lets Android create entire playlists without lifting a finger
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Leadership shuffle
Spotify's top leadership changes hands as Ek exits CEO role
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Musically Upgraded
Spotify just gave free users a major upgrade, and it's rolling out now
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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No sound lost
Spotify 'Lossless Listening' lets Premium subscribers hear every refined note
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Talk about Music
Spotify gets its own DMs for music-lovers sharing tracks and podcasts
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Increased to Innovate
Spotify prices are going up for Premium subscribers in these regions
By Nickolas Diaz 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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Twitter Logo Header How to remove a follower on Twitter without blocking them
By Keegan Prosser Published
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Twitter Fleets Twitter had the best reaction to Fleets still being up on shutdown day
By Derrek Lee Last updated
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Wear OS
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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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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
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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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic resting on a blanket showing a custom Facer watch face of Spongebob Squarepants. Fun facesFacer officially returns to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 in massive update
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Gemini on your Watch
Google brings the might of Gemini AI to your Pixel Watch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch 4 both screens on sitting atop keyboard Wear OS WeeklyWill last-gen Galaxy and Pixel Watches die this year...and should they?
By Michael L Hicks Published
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Early warning
This new Android feature brings earthquake alerts right to your wrist
By Nickolas Diaz Last updated
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Youtube
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In Moderation
YouTube's new timer stops you from doom scrolling into procrastination
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Much improved
Like Android, YouTube gets more 'expressive' as an overhauled video player rolls out
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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breaking language barrier
YouTube Music breaks the language barrier with real-time lyrics translation
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Love it or hate it
YouTube is testing bold mobile UI changes, and users are split
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Videos in the Lab
Android users will now be able to test an unreleased YouTube AI feature
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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Android Central's YouTube homepage AI vs. AIYouTube is giving creators more tools to tackle AI deepfakes
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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language barrier no more
YouTube's new trick automatically re-dubs any video into your native tongue
By Jay Bonggolto Published
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Small update
YouTube Music freshens 'Now Playing' with a dual-view rework for next songs and more
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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YouTube Premium homepage Netflix déjà vuYouTube is pulling a Netflix with stricter Premium family plan rules
By Sanuj Bhatia Published
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Solved
Google rolls out Android 16 Beta 3.1 to fix bootloop issues for Pixel users
By Nickolas Diaz 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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More Protections
Meta preps AI Safety update for teens that lets parents breathe easier
By Nickolas Diaz Published
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