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![A top-down view of the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2vXgVwBSheC5gBJiL2pC9Z-320-80.jpeg)
There could be a bidding war for EssilorLuxottica smart glasses, but Meta is poised to win
By Brady Snyder published
Friendly competition EssilorLuxottica currently makes Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, but Google may want the company to develop a Gemini-powered alternative.
![The Google Play Store super weekly prizes announcement at the July 2024 Google Play event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TpfaPW8PThtu5GRrPYRPJ4-320-80.jpg)
Google Play Points is handing out Pixel devices and more prizes
By Jay Bonggolto published
Want a Pixel? New Google Play Points rewards include chances to win Pixel devices, Razer gaming products and more.
![Alphabet Results Numbers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ywJ8qzf8keR6er2edFzD8b-320-80.jpg)
Alphabet reports 14% increase in revenue for Q2 2024, meets most analyst expectations
By Shruti Shekar published
Earnings Alphabet met several of Wall Street analysts expectations and saw a 14% increase in revenue in Q2 2024 earnings.
![The Google Pixel 9 Pro.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9buZxQrsjgWuGrwLRNrBmB-320-80.jpg)
Are Google's 22 reasons for upgrading to the Pixel 9 Pro convincing enough?
By Brady Snyder published
Cryptic teaser Google released a teaser with 22 reasons to upgrade to the Pixel 9 Pro, but there isn't much substance in the cryptic YouTube Short.
![Google Chrome Tabs Lifestyle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SZwAiKj7aUnHzWrtMr62FK-320-80.jpg)
Web links made with Google URL Shortener will stop working soon
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Killed by Google Google launched its URL Shortener in 2009, and links created through it will finally stop working on August 25, 2025.
![The Google Gemini app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QUuejB6p5fokJUFyse3swb-320-80.jpg)
Google Gemini is about to sound totally different
By Jay Bonggolto published
breath of fresh air Google is experimenting with a fresh voice for its Gemini app on Android.
![A set of leaked renderings depicting the Pixel 9 Pro.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZxiHmfnXbqMA72gzmEB5tP-320-80.jpg)
Google is sweetening the Pixel 9 Pro pre-order deal with a limited-edition bonus
By Jay Bonggolto published
early bird promo Pre-order the Pixel 9 Pro in select countries, and Google will toss in a special limited-edition collectible.
![Pixel Watch 3 XL renders](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3Fq8N942PMXLkxn5MTBC4k-320-80.jpg)
Forget budget-friendly, the Pixel Watch 3 price rumors are brutal
By Jay Bonggolto published
lookin' pricier Get ready to shell out an extra €50 to €100 for the next Pixel Watch compared to the Pixel Watch 2.
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