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It looks like Google wants you to look at Nano Banana, not Pixel Studio, after this patch
Shifting focus Google reportedly started removing Gen AI tools from the Pixel Studio app.
Android 17 beta 2 is already here, and it's quietly a big update
Bubbles everywhere The update adds floating app bubbles, cross-device Handoff support, a privacy-focused contacts picker, and fixes for reboot and freezing issues.
Nano Banana 2 is now Google's default image generation model, and it's a big step up
A serious upgrade The upgraded model adds Pro-level quality with Flash-like speed, including 4K support and better text rendering.
Best Android apps: great apps in every category
App attack No matter the task at hand, there's an excellent Android app for it! Here are the best Android apps in every category.
YouTube Premium's cheap Lite tier gets a little more for 'most videos'
Lite, not compromise YouTube Premium Lite detailed an update for subscribers, which brings two welcome features to the plan.
How to install the Android 17 beta on your phone right now
Early access The latest version of Android is here in beta, and here's how you can get started before everyone else — installing Android 17 is about as easy as it gets.
Wear OS can now send life-saving earthquake alerts without your phone
Standalone protection The update allows Wear OS watches to deliver emergency alerts without being paired to a smartphone.
Circle to Search has 3 secret powers most people don’t know about
Big upgrades Circle to Search is a few years old now, but it has consistently gained features over its lifetime that make it a worthwhile tool to this day.
