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Gemini in Android Auto is Happening for Some

Kellen November 7, 2025 4

Android Auto is getting Gemini and the rollout to users like you and I may have begun. A handful of folks claim to have been given the option to switch to Gemini in their cars this week. We first heard about the switch to Gemini in Android Auto back in May...

TikTok Lite Made for Those With Suboptimal Internet

Tim November 5, 2025 4

TikTok, a very popular app here in the US, has a Lite version available on Google Play for Android users. Still delivering all of the core features that are offered by TikTok, the Lite version is designed to use less bandwidth to help protect your limited data...

Google’s Secret “Theme Packs” App for Pixel Phones Shows Up

Kellen November 5, 2025 4

A leak from a week ago suggested we might see Google give us a November Pixel Feature Drop with features like prioritized VIP notifications and animations out of Pixel Studio. Another potential feature was Theme Packs for Pixel devices, the first of which is...

Google Maps Gets Gemini Inside Navigation, Proactive Traffic Alerts

Tim November 5, 2025 4

Google Maps is getting a big dose of Gemini, with Google baking in all sorts of new AI features to make the service even more helpful. Gemini is coming to Navigation, allowing you to ask Gemini about specific things while you're driving, such as finding...

Chrome Gets Easier Access to AI Mode on Android and iOS

Kellen November 5, 2025 4

Google is making it easier than ever to access AI Mode in Chrome on both Android and iOS. A new AI Mode shortcut will present itself when you open a new tab. That's the news today from Google on AI Mode - a simple change that will put AI Mode at the ready...

Google Play Launches Digital Gift Card Shop

Kellen November 4, 2025 4

Google Play launched a digital gift card shop today, opening up the opportunity for you to send gift cards through the app store to friends and family. These aren't just Google Play gift cards either - Google has added gift card options for all sorts of brands...

OpenAI’s Sora Now Available on Android

Tim November 4, 2025 4

Sora, the AI video generator from OpenAI that you've undoubtedly seen making the rounds on your grandma's Facebook feed, is now available on Android via Google Play. Sora is known for its ability to create hyperreal videos, complete with audio and impressive...

The Nothing Bloatware Saga Takes a Big Turn

Kellen November 4, 2025 4

A couple of weeks ago, Nothing confirmed that it wants to add to its various revenue streams by including bloatware on its non-flagship devices. They were mostly upfront about this move, noting that everyone else does it and that they too wanted to bring in...

Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 16

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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Here’s the Nothing Phone 4a

Kellen February 23, 2026 4

Nothing is preparing to fully reveal the Nothing Phone 4a on March 5, so the teasing of this next device is reaching new...

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Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026 13

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 11

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026 6

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026 16

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 2

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 6

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Google’s Best Pixel 10a Pre-Order Deal

Kellen February 18, 2026 4

The Pixel 10a launch day is finally here and we now know (from Google) all of the official specs, features, and whether or...

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Google Surprises With Day Early $100 Off Pixel 10a Codes

Kellen February 17, 2026 4

The Pixel A-Series hasn't typically found big discounts when it launches, mostly because Google prices it so reasonably out...

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Here’s a Pixel Watch 3 for Only $170

Kellen February 17, 2026 4

While I would recommend Google's newest Pixel Watch 4 for most people looking at smartwatches on the Android side of things,...

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Samsung’s Best Galaxy S26 Ultra Pre-Order Deal

Kellen February 12, 2026 4

The Galaxy S26 Ultra launch is days away and we'll then know all of the official specs, features, and reasons to buy one....

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$300 Off Pixel 10 Pro XL Makes It Your Next Phone

Kellen February 10, 2026 4

We told you a couple of months ago that you should only buy the Pixel 10 Pro XL if it was $300 off and we mostly stand by...

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DEAL: Galaxy Watch 8 Models Starting at $149 With Eligible Trade-in

Tim February 6, 2026 4

Samsung is hosting deals on its lineup of Galaxy Watch 8 devices. Whether you want the entry Galaxy Watch 8 or the high-end...

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Samsung Wipes $400 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen February 5, 2026 4

The best Galaxy Z Fold 7 deal is an instant $400 off discount. You could also maximize savings to $1,000 off with a trade-in....

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Pixel 9a at $150 Off is a Reality

Kellen February 2, 2026 4

Pixel 9a gets a massive discount with the Pixel 10a launch around the corner. To buy the current model phone that's about to...

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