Google preps more Connected Apps for users and new ways to build for devs
Better connected Google is preparing more Connected Apps for users in Gemini and Search through expanded partnerships, while developers gain a new platform preview.
Phones
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Android 17
Android 17 beta tackles a security loophole thieves could exploit
Theft-Proof-ish The latest Android 17 beta release finally makes it harder for thieves to disable your Pixel’s tracking.
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Apps & Software
Google Chrome will let you know if a website 'doesn't seem right' with these updates
Staying safe Google detailed several ways Chrome has stepped up its defenses against suspicious and "known" dangerous websites on desktop and Android.
Anthropic’s Claude Duet wants to do your job while you’re offline
Bossing around your bot Move over, OpenAI Dots: Anthropic’s new proactive agent is coming for your to-do list.
Android 17 beta tackles a security loophole thieves could exploit
Theft-Proof-ish The latest Android 17 beta release finally makes it harder for thieves to disable your Pixel’s tracking.
Google's new 3D emojis are starting to roll out to older Pixel phones
Emojis get a glow-up The emojis on your Pixel smartphone are getting upgraded.
Wearables
Smart ring battle: Oura and Ultrahuman are in court again over a 'patent infringement'
Back in court Oura has reportedly sued Ultrahuman for allegedly infringing on two of its patents regarding ring design and "internal components."
Galaxy Watch user wakes up to an awful blister after apparent 'burn' overnight
Burning hot A Galaxy Watch user reported a painful blister and skin burn after the device overheated while they were resting.
Samsung Galaxy Fit 4 leaks in three colors, and it's a familiar sight
Playing it safe again Samsung’s Galaxy Fit 4 may look the same, but here’s what could change.
Accessories
Google Home Speaker is downloading huge amounts of data, and users need it to stop
Hungry, hungry speaker Users noticed their Google Home Speaker consuming an enormous amount of data in the background without a clear reason. Google responded, and a fix should arrive soon.
Your dusty Nest and Home speakers just got a surprise firmware lifeline
Dust off your Mini Google’s latest Home update gives aging Nest speakers a reason to stick around.
CMF's speakers are colorful cartons of fun—you can even 3D print your own designs
I want one CMF gets colorful and unique with the Speaker S and Speaker M. One opts for portability, while the other boasts deeper bass; however, it's the milk carton design I can't get enough of.
Tablets
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle Plus, and Amazon is betting big on AI audiobooks
Bookbot Amazon rebrands Kindle Unlimited as Kindle+ and adds AI-narrated audiobooks.
Users find a weird issue with the Kindle 2026: Amazon says it was 'expected'
As planned...? Early Kindle 2026 users reported a "light bleeding" issue with the eReader. Amazon got candid about it, and it looks like this was always expected.
The Amazon Alexa Tablet series runs Android, and turns into a 'sanctuary' for Kindle readers
Alexa Tablet series The Amazon Alexa Tablet series is here, running Android to deliver full Play Store access, alongside accessories, a Nanomatte display, and more.
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Get ready for MW4: RayNeo's GT Max reloads with Call of Duty for a striking limited edition
Breaching! RayNeo's GT Max gets a stellar black-and-gold paint job in the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 collaboration.
Xreal One Pro Plus is official: Here's what changed from the One Pro
Brighter than ever The Xreal One Pro Plus is here for $599.
If you're forgetful, Amazon's Bee Frontier, Bee Eclipse use AI to remember for you
Bee! Amazon launched two new Bee products: the Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse. Each wearable AI device listens in on your conversations to remember and save info for you.
More Nothing smart glasses rumors suggest we might see two variations
Nothing Glasses Nothing smart glasses rumors return, claiming the company is working on two pairs, and one lacks a camera.
