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Google Maps bug causes issues with music controls, but a fix is on the way
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Missing controls The convenient music playback controls, which allowed users to manage their streaming apps directly within Google Maps navigation, have disappeared in recent Android updates.

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3 packs Google’s newest round of bug fixes
By Jay Bonggolto published
Google is pushing out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3 to Pixels now.

Looks like the Pixel Watch 4 won't hit your wallet as hard as people thought
By Jay Bonggolto published
no need to panic The Pixel Watch 4 might actually keep its price tag steady, which is a relief for everyone worried about a jump.

Garmin Vivoactive 6 vs. Google Pixel Watch 3: Casual smartwatches, compared
By Brady Snyder published
Garmin or Google? Garmin's new Vivoactive 6 is marketed for mainstream fitness-curious users, but is the Wear OS-powered Google Pixel Watch 3 the better buy? Let's find out.

Pixel Watch 4 could finally tackle what’s been holding Google’s wearables back
By Jay Bonggolto published
Much-needed upgrades Looks like Google is making the Pixel Watch 4 way easier to repair.

Google is giving OpenAI more computing power to keep up with everyone’s AI cravings
By Jay Bonggolto published
Talk about unexpected Even the AI giant can’t go it alone, and now it’s leaning on its biggest competitor just to keep up.

Should you wait for the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold?
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Now that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has been announced, you might be wondering whether to upgrade now or wait for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. So let's go over a few reasons why you should, and shouldn't, wait.

Google Phone app's simpler layout is now hitting more devices
By Jay Bonggolto published
Big Makeover The minimalist Google Phone look is rolling out to more users, whether you like it or not.

Fitbit suffered a major app services outage, but stability is returning
By Nickolas Diaz published
Fitbit Down Fitbit users reported a severe outage with its services this morning; however, stability is seemingly returning.

Google Search's AI Mode just turned into your personal assistant
By Nickolas Diaz published
Here to help Google detailed a massive AI-focused update for Search and AI Mode, rolling out to users.

Turns out Gmail's AI email summaries aren't as secure as we thought
By Jay Bonggolto published
Gemini’s Blind Spot Hackers can apparently hijack Google Gemini to spit out fake email recaps and pull off phishing tricks.

Pixel Watch 4 might stick with the same chip as its predecessors
By Jay Bonggolto published
no major upgrade The Pixel Watch 4 might just be recycling the same old chip again.

Google is doubling down on cybersecurity using AI
By Jay Bonggolto published
AI Powerhouse Google’s AI quietly steps up cybersecurity — here’s how it’s staying a step ahead of hackers.

Google's alleged 'Gemini Spaces' leaks again with more details
By Nickolas Diaz published
Seen Early An early Android build reportedly surfaced more information on Google's alleged "Gemini Spaces."

Google stocks 'featured notebooks' on NotebookLM shelves for curated topics
By Nickolas Diaz published
Researching... Google detailed "featured notebooks," which is rolling out for NotebookLM.

Take a trip down memory lane with Android Rewind
By Andrew Myrick published
Revisiting the past Paying tribute to the past with the help of the future

Google's Sameer Samat says ChromeOS and Android could be one soon
By Nickolas Diaz published
An Android Future An interview between Google's Sameer Samat and TechRadar highlighted where the company sees Android going.

Gemini's new photo-to-video breathes animated life into your memories
By Nickolas Diaz published
New Life Google started rolling out photo-to-video generation tools for users in Gemini.
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