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Liquid Glass for Android is ‘not happening,’ at least not for Pixels
Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign of its platforms, especially iOS, has been divisive to say the least but, thankfully, Google’s President of Android says that it’s “not happening” on this side of the walled garden.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle making links in AI Mode and AI Overviews a bit more direct
Since the launch of AI Overviews and AI Mode, Google has been working to make links in generative responses more prominent, with Search adding five updates today.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung starts stable One UI 8.5 rollout for Galaxy devices today
After months in beta, Samsung has finally launched its next major Galaxy update, One UI 8.5, with the stable rollout starting today.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home will try to make Nest Cam ‘Familiar Faces’ more reliable – the bar is low
“Familiar Faces” in Google Home have been a bit of a mess for years now, but Google is trying to address this pain point of Nest Cam with two key changes – and I’ll take just about anything at this point.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S26 Ultra outsold its predecessor, but still dropped off of 2026’s first top 10 list
The numbers are in for Q1 2026 and, for the first time in a while, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra almost managed to crack the top 10.
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Google is preparing to let Gemini-powered agents control your computer and “organize your files,” in a move to rival Claude Cowork.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle readies ‘AI Ultra Lite’ plan and explicit ‘usage limits’ for Gemini
Google is quietly preparing a new “AI Ultra Lite” subscription tier to slot between its $20 Pro and $250 Ultra plans, plus a dedicated dashboard for subscribers to see their remaining token budget.
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Pixel 10’s May 2026 update prevents you from installing older Android versions
With the May 2026 update, rolling out now, Google is implementing an anti-rollback measure on Pixel 10 series devices that prevents the installation of any older Android versions.
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Samsung is discounting a ton of Galaxy accessories including cases, chargers, more
If you’ve had your eye on any official Samsung Galaxy accessories lately, right now the company is offering a slight discount on nearly everything it offers.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 May update rolling out: Pixel display, slow wireless charging fixes
Google is rolling out the May 2026 security patch for Android 16 QPR3 on the Pixel 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel 10a.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Last Game, Vault of the Void, Metal Soldiers 4 Pro, more
Your Tuesday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is ready to go, including titles like The Last Game, Chloe Puzzle Game Pro, Vault of the Void, Down in Bermuda, Metal Soldiers 4 Pro, Cyberlords – Arcology PREMIUM, and more. On your way down, scope out the new Amazon all-time lows on Galaxy S26 Ultra at $300 off and these open-box offers at up to $469 off, as well as this chance to land a Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold at up to $525 off. The apps await below.
Read MoreHands-on: Steelseries lowers its own entry for Hi-Res gaming audio with new near-premium headset
Steelseries just announced the Arctis Nova Pro Omni, wedging a Hi-Res option in its lineup that isn’t quite as expensive as its $600 Nova Elite headset. Priced at $399, it’s almost as good.
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Amazon’s redesigned Photos app looks like a mix of Apple and Google Photos
Amazon Photos is getting a revamped app that looks like it was inspired by Google Photos in a few places – which is a great thing for users.
Expand Expanding CloseChrome for Android will let you just share approximate location
Like other Android apps, Chrome now lets you share approximate, instead of precise, location with websites.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle hosting The Android Show on May 12: ‘one of the biggest years for Android yet’
For the second year in a row, Google will be hosting “The Android Show | I/O Edition” before I/O 2026.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI phone reportedly lands early next year – do you want one?
Apparently, OpenAI is speeding up development on its first smartphone which could now debut as soon as early next year. Do you have any interest?
Expand Expanding CloseGemini in Google Docs update addresses repetitive commands with ‘persistent’ instructions
Gemini’s integration in Google Docs will now let users add groundwork instructions that it will remember across all projects.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home update delivers huge automation expansion, Nest Cam upgrades for all
Following months of improvements in early access, Google Home is launching some massive expansions to automations this week, as well as new Nest Cam improvements, both of which are available to all users.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini for Home voice assistant gets Gemini 3.1 upgrade
Google today announced a series of May / Spring 2026 updates for the Home app. Besides Nest Cam and automation improvements, the Gemini for Home voice assistant is getting an “intelligence upgrade” with Gemini 3.1.
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Deals: Galaxy S26 Ultra up to $469 off, Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold up to $525 off, Odyssey G5 gaming monitor $220, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Samsung’s unlocked Galaxy S26 Ultra hitting the best Amazon price ever at $300 off while Best Buy open-box units sit at up to $469 off. Or you can land an unlocked Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold at up to $525 off alongside a host of deals across the entire Pixel 10 lineup at up to $465 off. From there, and for today only, we also have this Samsung 32-inch QHD 180Hz Odyssey G5 gaming monitor down at $220 (save $110) and even more waiting down below.
Expand Expanding CloseXiaomi 17T series leaks with MediaTek chips, starting at €749 in Europe
A pair of leaks has revealed the upcoming Xiaomi 17T series, which have familiar designs but shuffled specs with a starting price of €749 in Europe.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo Legion Tab (Gen 5) launches in the US with 8.8-inch display, $849 worth of RAM
Lenovo has just opened up sales of its new Legion Tab (Gen 5) in the US, with the compact Android gaming tablet costing a whopping $849.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung leaked its ‘Wide Fold’ again, right alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 [Gallery]
Ahead of its rumored July launch event, Samsung continues to leak its upcoming “Wide Fold” through software, with new renderings appearing in One UI 9.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 11 Pro will ditch the temperature sensor, leak says – did you use it?
After three generations, Google is apparently saying goodbye to its built-in temperature sensor on Pixel 11 Pro.
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