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ChatGPT ads are coming, and they’re not exactly subtle [Gallery]
OpenAI today announced the inevitable, that ChatGPT will start showing ads in your queries, and they’re pretty prominent too.
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Currently, tapping on a Smart Reply in Google Messages immediately sends the suggestion, but the latest beta reveals an upcoming “Tap to Edit” preference that will make for a nice quality-of-life improvement.
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Google Meet for Android gets more Material 3 Expressive
Google Meet is joining Drive for Android this month in adopting more Material 3 Expressive. Like other Workspace services, the video calling app now has a search app bar.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 84: New year, same Pixel
Welcome to episode 84 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will talk through Google’s big changes to Gmail, including a new AI Inbox and improved search. They also turn their attention to Gemini’s Personal Intelligence feature that aims to make it the best virtual assistant we’ve seen yet, but not before digging into the latest Pixel 10a leaks that have us scratching our collective heads at just how familiar this phone feels.
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Expand Expanding ClosePixel 10 gets first Google Store discount of 2026 [U: Ends Sunday]
Following the Pixel Watch deals, the US Google Store is discounting the Pixel 10 lineup to mark 2026.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: AntVentor, Cytus II, Tennis Club Story, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like AntVentor: Puzzle adventure, Paths & Danger, Cytus II, Ailment: dead standoff, Tennis Club Story, and more. On your way down be sure to scope out this 65-inch TCL 4K mini-LED Google Smart TV at $450 off as well as this $400 price drop on Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the first cash deal on new Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G. As for the apps, everything awaits below.
Read MoreWhat Gemini features you get with Google AI Pro and AI Ultra [January 2026]
At I/O 2025, Google One AI Premium (and Gemini Advanced) became “Google AI Pro,” while a higher, more expensive tier was introduced with “Google AI Ultra.”
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Deals: New Galaxy Tab A11+ first discount, Galaxy Z Fold 7 $400+ off, Pixel Watch 3, Google Smart TV $450 off, more
Friday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break stars off with the first cash discount on the new Galaxy Tab A11+ alongside up to $100 off with trade-ins. From there we move over to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with as much as $400 offthe list price, Google’s 45mm black Pixel Watch 3 LTE hitting the Amazon low at $260 off the original price, and this 50% price drop on a 65-inch TCL 4K mini-LED Google Smart TV at $450. Hit the jump for a closer look at everything.
Expand Expanding CloseNetflix likely killed off Google Cast support because no one’s really casting anymore
If you’ve spent the last month wondering why Netflix suddenly decided to end support for Google Cast on its service, you’re not alone. Now, a new report suggests the reasoning behind the move might be the most obvious.
Expand Expanding CloseVisible is offering an outage credit too, but it isn’t as much as Verizon
Verizon experienced a severe network outage some days ago, leaving users without access to data or cell service entirely. Verizon has since offered users a $20 credit, and Visible is tagging on since its users were affected as well.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s leaked launch promo shows no sign of the Galaxy S26 Edge
Rumors and reports have given some weight to Samsung’s omission of the Galaxy S26 Edge in the next launch, but Samsung’s own internal documents stick a proverbial period on them.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Keep reminders migration to Tasks more widely rolling out
After starting last year, Google Keep is more widely rolling out the Google Tasks migration. This is a server-side update that we’re now seeing on all of our Google Accounts today.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 QPR3 adds ‘Screen automation’ on Pixel 10 for ‘computer use’
At the moment, Gemini’s “Computer Use” efforts are focused on desktop web as seen by the Gemini Agent available for AI Ultra subscribers. Availability on Android seems inevitable, with 16 QPR3 Beta 2 preparing for that with a new “Screen automation” permission.
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MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500 debut for Android’s ‘flagship killer’ phones
One big trend in Android in recent years has been positioning self-proclaimed “flagship killer” smartphones at a lower price point by dropping down to a last-gen or step-down chipset. With its new Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500 chipsets, MediaTek is looking to power those devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGmail just made changing your email address so much easier; here’s how
Google is finally giving users the option to change their Gmail address without deleting their account or making a new one, and it’s so easy to do.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle One 50% discount ends January 15 [U: Today]
Google One is running a “limited time” discount for 2026 where new subscribers can get 50% off 2 TB and AI Pro annual plans.
Expand Expanding CloseThese $299 smart glasses best Ray-Ban Meta with YouTube livestreams, app store [Gallery]
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have taken the world by storm over the past few years, but they’re pretty limited in terms of what they can actually do. The new “Mentra Live” smart glasses offer a lot of the same benefits as Ray-Ban Meta, but with an app store and more integrations, including support for YouTube livestreams.
Expand Expanding CloseSesame Street finds a new home on YouTube with over 100 classic episodes
The beloved show that’s been around longer than most of us is finding a new streaming option to immortalize itself. Sesame Street will be available on YouTube and YouTube Kids.
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Deals: Nest Doorbell 3rd Gen Amazon low, Nest Cam 25% off, Samsung Odyssey G7 monitor $440 off, more
Starting off with a return Amazon all-time low on Google’s new Nest Doorbell 3rd Gen at nearly 30% off, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break also features the ongoing 25% price drop on Google’s latest 3rd Gen Nest Cam as well as hundreds in savings across the Pixel 10 smartphone lineup. From there we move over to some display deals – Samsung’s 2025 37-inch Odyssey G7 180Hz 4K curved gaming monitor at $440 off and as much as $1,300 in savings on Samsung’s The Frame smart TVs. All of that and more awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung reportedly ‘rushing’ Galaxy S26+ that’s virtually unchanged
New reports have surfaced, indicating that the Galaxy S26+ will come with a 6.66-inch display – the mirror image of the model before it.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle VP says existing Chromebooks may upgrade to Android ‘stack,’ ChromeOS support will continue
The future of ChromeOS is a bit messy at the moment, with Google’s exact plans for the future of Chromebooks and a new Android base being somewhat of a mystery. In a new interview, though, a Google VP offers a bit of information around future support for ChromeOS as we know it today, as well as what owners can expect in regards to whether or not they’ll be able upgrade.
Expand Expanding CloseWalmart’s best Google TV box is low on stock, and the timing is right for a sequel
The Walmart Onn 4K Pro box is one of the best Google TV devices available today, but it’s also due for a sequel and, right on cue, stock for the existing model is starting to run low.
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Leaked Pixel 10a prices could somehow go down from last year
According to a fairly reliable source, Google’s Pixel 10a prices aren’t all that different from last year, but they could somehow going down.
Expand Expanding CloseMany Google Fast Pair devices need an update to patch exploits that allowed attackers to track you
Google’s Fast Pair protocol delivers one of the best Bluetooth experiences you’ll find today, automatically pairing wireless earbuds, speakers, and other accessories and sharing those details across your account. Unfortunately, a new paper reveals some pretty serious security concerns with some Fast Pair devices, and you’ll need to update each of your gadgets individually to fix it.
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