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Android phones are finally getting a way to flag 'urgent' calls
By Jay Bonggolto published
Context before the ring Google is testing a new calling feature that lets callers mark calls as urgent, allowing important calls to break through Do Not Disturb.

This is everything in Google Translate's three big updates rolling out for Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
Better Understanding Google Translate's update dropped three major updates to boost its real-time translation capabilities and more for practice sessions.

Google's 'Disco' experiment is an AI browser that turns your tabs into mini apps
By Nickolas Diaz published
Get on the dance floor Google announced its AI experiment, Disco, which features custom apps based on your tabs called "GenTabs."

How to record calls on your Pixel phone
By Brady Snyder published
Call recording Google Pixel phones have a built-in call recording feature that can automatically record calls or record individual calls. Here's how to use it.

Gemini for Home's early access program will now let anyone in within 24 hours
By Brady Snyder published
Google Home Google is quickly expanding the Gemini for Home early access program, so if you haven't signed up, you can do so now and get an invitation almost immediately.

More Pixel 10a leaks suggest specs close to Google's last mid-range
By Nickolas Diaz published
No new tricks? Google's Pixel 10a reportedly leaked after cell service certification, suggesting specifications similar to its past-gen mid-range.

Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
By Brady Snyder published
Emergency SOS Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.

The Pixel 9 and 10 just got a useful feature to silence junk notifications
By Jay Bonggolto published
Smart Content Filtering Google's Notification Organizer automatically sorts and silences your Pixel's notification spam, so you only see what actually matters.

Google Pixel 10 performance reportedly jumps after Android 16 QPR2 update
By Jay Bonggolto published
A quiet boost Google has reportedly boosted the Pixel 10’s speed through smart software updates.

Google’s new model stops Gemini from going rogue in Chrome
By Jay Bonggolto published
The gatekeeper Google's new "User Alignment Critic" vets Gemini's actions in Chrome to prevent malicious sites from hijacking your AI assistant.

A Google DeepMind engineer just shared the secret to making the perfect Gemini prompt
By Brady Snyder published
Meta prompting Should you prompt an AI model to generate prompt ideas for other AI models? That's exactly what a Google DeepMind engineer does, and here's why.

Google's AI idea board now generates presentations with Nano Banana Pro
By Brady Snyder published
Mixboard Mixboard is Google's experimental AI-powered idea and planning board. Now, it's leveraging Nano Banana Pro to turn your thoughts into rich visual presentations.

I've tested Gemini 3, and it proves Google has what it takes to win the AI race
By Brady Snyder published
Betting on Google OpenAI is old news — there are three things about Google's Gemini 3 rollout that have me convinced it can come out on top of the AI race.

Amid rumors, Google assures Gemini users: 'no ads planned for the app'
By Nickolas Diaz published
Gemini, plus ads Google is reportedly seeking to bring ads to its AI, Gemini, as reports claimed advertisers have been informed to make preparations.

Here's when Google Play Store users will get an automatic cash settlement payout
By Brady Snyder published
Free cash Google is settling a lawsuit over an alleged Google Play Store monopoly, and soon, you'll be able to cash in with an automatic settlement payment.

Google Drive update makes navigating PDFs and files effortless
By Jay Bonggolto published
A decade-overdue redesign Google Drive's old, clunky web file viewer is finally being replaced by a modern, useful interface.

How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically
By Brady Snyder published
New modes The newest Android Canary release suggests Google will add a "Transiting" mode to a future version of Android.

Google Wallet's new feature saves Android users from fumbling for passes
By Jay Bonggolto published
No more fumbling Google Wallet's new feature automatically shows your boarding pass, event ticket, or loyalty card on your lock screen when you arrive at the relevant location.
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