Google I/O Gemini needs a sidekick for Android XR to work, and it could be on your wrist Android XR relies on Gemini, gestures, and gamepads in different contexts. Android smartwatch controls should be added to the list. News Weekly: Motorola Razr 2025 arrives, Alphabet earnings soar, Meta's troubles, and more A round-up of the biggest Tech-related news that stood out this week. Android 16 could bring Identity Check to more smartphones It's working on a OnePlus 13 running the Android 16 beta. Latest about Google I/O New Google+ picks out your best photos By Alex Dobie last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google Play Music All Access unveiled By Alex Dobie last updated 22 October 18 Google Play Store Android 2.2 / Froyo to bring Bluetooth voice dialing By Dieter Bohn last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google Calendar update adds notification dismissal sync By Andrew Martonik last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google I/O Hunt is likely the nerdiest scavenger hunt you'll ever see By Andrew Martonik last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google announces Google Play for Education By Richard Devine last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google previews next major version of Maps for Android By Alex Dobie last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Dozens of developers on-board for multiplayer gaming By Andrew Martonik last updated 22 October 18 Gaming Google Play Music updated, includes UI overhaul and All Access subscription service By Sean Brunett last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software Google Play Game Services gets officially official at Google I/O and it's going cross-platform By Richard Devine last updated 22 October 18 Apps & Software 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives Be an expert in 5 minutesGet the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of AndroidContact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Our favorite Chromebook just scored a HUGE discount during Best Buy's Back To School sale2YouTube Music tests serving up fresh songs that match your vibe3News Weekly: Google teases Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Perplexity bids on Google Chrome, Samsung's XR glasses, and more4Samsung is finally selling the Galaxy Z Fold 5 'Certified Re-newed; on its website — but is the foldable phone still worth it?5Why the future of Chrome is at stake and who should own it
Google Calendar update adds notification dismissal sync By Andrew Martonik last updated 22 October 18
Google I/O Hunt is likely the nerdiest scavenger hunt you'll ever see By Andrew Martonik last updated 22 October 18
Google Play Music updated, includes UI overhaul and All Access subscription service By Sean Brunett last updated 22 October 18
Google Play Game Services gets officially official at Google I/O and it's going cross-platform By Richard Devine last updated 22 October 18
