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Gemini’s new blurred UI is finally reaching Android phones

By Jay Bonggolto Published 1 August 26

Gemini enters the blur era Gemini’s new Android overlay adds a slick background blur for a cleaner, more integrated feel.

Never lost: rumors claim a 'Pixel Tag' is on the way from Google to keep tabs on your stuff

By Nickolas Diaz Published 1 August 26

Tracking... Google is rumored to have a tracker on the way called the "Pixel Tag" to help users keep track of their belongings.

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 is here, and Pixel users get a much-needed audio fix

By Jay Bonggolto Published 1 August 26

Pixel audio redeemed Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 finally fixes the Pixel audio bug that plagued testers for months, making the preview far more usable as Google gears up for the stable September release.

Pixel 11 Pro Fold renders surfaced, and Google is sticking to what works

By Jay Bonggolto Published 30 July 26

Green Never Folded Better Leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold renders suggest Google is sticking with a familiar design, adding a refined camera bar, a new Pine finish, and a larger flash.

Set the tempo: Google's Lyria 3.5 debuts with updates to AI musicality in Flow Music

By Nickolas Diaz Published 29 July 26

Catch the rhythm Google launched Lyria 3.5 in Flow Music, with detailed upgraded tempo, vocal, and musical control for users.

Google Photos fixes a stupidly annoying step for AI edits

By Jay Bonggolto Published 29 July 26

Shoot. Edit. Share. Google Photos now lets you snap pictures directly inside its AI creation tools, saving you the hassle of app-switching and gallery search just to make a quick edit.

Google Play services update brings seamless wrist payments and a revamped storefront feed

By Jay Bonggolto Published 28 July 26

Hidden improvements Google's latest Play services and Play Store updates quietly improve Wallet, Wear OS, Play Games, and app discovery.

Daily Brief 'Tuning' could be what Google has planned next for Gemini's morning digest

By Nickolas Diaz Published 27 July 26

Tune it A Gemini Daily Brief leak suggests "tuning" for specific proactive assistance could be heading to Android devices.

Gemini gets better memory: smart home update refines automations and more

By Nickolas Diaz Published 25 July 26

Toiling away Google continued to work on Gemini's conversational memory in a late July update, adding automation guidance and more.

Fitbit Air’s newest update brings nothing new except invisible bug fixes

By Jay Bonggolto Published 24 July 26

Fixes Without Receipts Google's latest Fitbit Air update focuses on bug fixes and reliability, but its vague changelog leaves users guessing what's actually improved.

EU hits Google with another $1B fine as Search and Play Store face fresh antitrust crackdown

By Jay Bonggolto Published 24 July 26

DMA finally slaps back The EU just hit Google with a $1 billion fine, accusing it of favoring its own Search services and restricting Play Store developers.

Google's 'Selfie Video' literally turns your face into a key for your account

By Nickolas Diaz Published 24 July 26

Use your face Google announced Selfie Video for users: an alternate sign-in method for their account if they're ever locked out.

Gemini at Unpacked: Google announces major AI updates for foldables, glasses

By Nickolas Diaz Published 22 July 26

Unfolding new AI Google announced a few important Gemini updates alongside Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked.

Gboard could have a huge accessibility feature on the way for sign language

By Nickolas Diaz Published 21 July 26

An important one Google is allegedly working on a significant accessibility feature for Gboard and users who communicate via sign language.

Google's latest Android 17 beta fixes Bluetooth headaches and Gemini crashes

By Jay Bonggolto Published 21 July 26

Pixel polish over pizzazz Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 is here, fixing Bluetooth, Gemini, and touch bugs on Pixels, though Pixel 6 users are officially reaching the end of the beta road.

Android Auto is finally getting the Google Maps feature drivers have wanted

By Jay Bonggolto Published 20 July 26

Android Auto gains speed Android Auto is finally getting a live, color-changing speedometer in Google Maps after years of waiting, but you'll have to sit tight while this long-overdue update slowly rolls out.

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 fixes a few problems Pixel users reported for months

By Nickolas Diaz Published 16 July 26

Lucky number 7 Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 focuses on issues that have plagued Pixel users for months, as reports piled up on Issue Tracker.