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Google Pixel 10a vs. Motorola Edge 2025: Can Google top Motorola's mid-ranger?
By Brady Snyder published
Budget battle Google's upcoming Pixel 10a might debut earlier than expected, and it could be a slam dunk purchase over the Motorola Edge 2025.

Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 8a: What's changing two years later?
By Brady Snyder published
Time to upgrade? The Google Pixel 10a is set to debut earlier than usual — is it already time for Google Pixel 8a owners to upgrade? Here's how the two phones should compare.

Pixel theme packs are coming back, and I hope they’re the upgrade your home screen needs
By Jay Bonggolto published
Wicked era is over The Wicked era is over, but Google is already teasing fresh Pixel theme packs that'll give your phone a total one-tap makeover.

Gemini may have just had its biggest month of updates yet — here's everything you need to try
By Brady Snyder published
January 2026 Gemini Drop Gemini had a major month in January 2026 — these are all the top feature additions and announcements you need to try right now.

Google Home just leveled up, and I’m convinced this is what users needed all along
By Jay Bonggolto published
Automations go pro Google Home's update finally brings smart automations, button support, and reliable cameras, making your home feel truly proactive.

Ah, bummer: Google is putting an end to the free YouTube background playback loophole
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Fun's over Google says background playback will remain a YouTube Premium feature.

Google Messages might restore edit history, and I couldn't be more relieved
By Jay Bonggolto published
Feature revival Google is likely restoring the RCS message edit history feature, a tool for transparency that was removed during a 2025 app redesign.

Should you wait for the Google Pixel 10a?
By Brady Snyder published
Patience The Google Pixel 9a is an excellent phone that finally differentiates itself from mainline Pixels, but there are strong reasons to wait for a new model.

I'm thankful for Google TV's update that puts 'Free' tab, 'Shop' on the main screen
By Nickolas Diaz published
Time to chill Google TV users reported noticing two tabs appear on the home screen, which may help find content to watch.

Google takes down an invisible network that was secretly using your phone's internet
By Jay Bonggolto published
Proxy army dismantled Google just crippled IPIDEA, freeing millions of hijacked devices and cutting off a major cybercrime pipeline.

My walks just got a lot better, as Google says 'Gemini in Navigation' supports more
By Nickolas Diaz published
Out on a walk Google expands a hands-free Gemini navigation feature in Maps to help more users who are walking or cycling.

I feel like these new Pixel Buds 2a color rumors are calling my name
By Nickolas Diaz published
New Flavors A report alleged that Google has two new colorways en route for its Pixel Buds 2a.

Samsung confirms its next-generation AR glasses will arrive this year
By Sanuj Bhatia published
AR is coming This marks the first time Samsung has shared a release window for its AR glasses.

Google just supercharged Chrome with Gemini, and it makes me a little uneasy
By Jay Bonggolto published
No longer just a browser Google's new Gemini AI transforms Chrome from a basic browser into a proactive, time-saving sidekick.

Our first look at Google's Android desktop makes its Chrome OS replacement feel real
By Sanuj Bhatia published
This is happening Screen recordings reveal Android's desktop-style interface running Chrome and the Play Store.

I hate fumbling with cards, so this rumored Google Wallet home screen rework might be nice
By Nickolas Diaz published
Quick Swipe Google Wallet was purported to have a rework on the way to make access to users' "favorite" cards easier.

AI Overviews are just getting smarter with Google's Gemini 3 addition for a refined experience
By Nickolas Diaz published
Ask a question Google announced new features in AI Mode, thanks to its Gemini 3 integration.

Google AI Plus costs just $8 per month — it's still not the best subscription tier
By Brady Snyder published
Google One Google's cheaper AI Plus subscription is now available in the U.S., although it's still not the best-value Google subscription tier.

Google’s new theft protection makes your phone a much harder target, and it's the peace of mind I’ve been waiting for
By Jay Bonggolto published
The 'Hard Lock' evolution Google’s new Android theft protection turns your phone into a brick for criminals — before, during, and after a theft.

Gemini keeps asking me to turn on Personal Intelligence, but I'm keeping it off — sort of
By Brady Snyder published
Personal Intelligence Personal Intelligence is a new Gemini feature that leverages various data types in the Google ecosystem, from emails to photos. Is it a privacy risk?
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