Google Pixel 10a review: Better than you’ve heard
Latest
The 45mm Pixel Watch 3 is a steal at just $220 right now on Amazon
If you’ve been thinking about picking up Google’s latest smartwatch, maybe now is the time to take a look at its predecessor, as the Wi-Fi version of the Google Pixel Watch 3 (45mm) has dropped to just $219 on Amazon, making it an absolute steal.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps Go gains gradient app icon redesign
Just a few days after the “big” Google Maps received its gradient icon redesign, Google Maps Go has followed suit.
Expand Expanding CloseWhatsApp embraces rounded chat bubbles as premium plan waitlist opens
It’s not often we talk about UI changes on WhatsApp, but the latest such update is adding more rounded chat bubbles to the core messaging experience.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 15T design and colors revealed as China launch nears
OnePlus has officially showcased the upcoming design and some of the color options of the soon-to-be-released 15T.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung and Google Pixel keep making the same phone case mistake
Smartphone cases are something we all use, but I don’t get why Samsung and Google keep making the same annoying mistake when it comes to their first-party Galaxy and Pixel cases.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages starts rolling out ‘Tap to Draft’ for Smart Replies
As we previously spotted, Google Messages is adding a new “Tap to Draft” behavior that saves you from accidental Smart Replies.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung wants to let you vibe code apps and more on future Galaxy phones
As Samsung doubles down on AI for its Galaxy smartphones, the company says it is “looking into” ways to bring vibe coding into the experience.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: A slim gap is now a chasm [Video]
In years gone by, the A-series has encroached on the base Pixel, but that isn’t the case in 2026. How does the Pixel 10a stack up against the Pixel 10? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home voice commands should be ‘snappier’ with fewer errors in new update
Google Home is rolling out more updates to address ongoing issues with voice commands, with the latest fixes apparently making everything “snappier” and less prone to errors.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo’s Find N6 leaks in spectacular orange color before OnePlus could make a second foldable
As another year goes by without OnePlus’ second foldable phone, its sister company, Oppo, is getting ready for its fifth release. New Oppo Find N6 leaks give a glimpse of the Android foldable in stunning colors, including orange.
Expand Expanding CloseValve’s Steam Machine becomes less of a certainty in 2026 after passing product update
Valve got tons of folks excited about its new Steam Machine, catering to gamers who want a familiar library and experience stuffed into a console that was supposed to release in 2025. Well, that reality might be farther off than expected.
Expand Expanding Close
Samsung talks smart glasses details, stops short of confirming display
It’s pretty widely known that Samsung is preparing to launch a pair of smart glasses later this year and, speaking at MWC, the company confirmed the tiniest details about its first smart glasses.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 091: Android 17, now with even more bubbles
Welcome to episode 91 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, with Abner and Damien out at MWC, Will invites Andrew Romero to join him on a whirlwind tour of two new OS upgrades from Google: Android 16 QPR3, and Android 17 Beta 2. The two discuss AI-generated wallpapers, that new Now Playing app, and Android’s new bubbles — not to be confused with its own bubbles — while Andrew introduces his SPI: Sandwich Price Index.
Subscribe
Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription by signing up for Proton Unlimited using this link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring this week’s episode.
Expand Expanding Close
Today’s Android game and app deals: Space Survival, Super Onion Boy 2, DYSMANTLE, more
Your afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals before we head into the weekend awaits below. Highlights include Space Survival: Mars RPG Pro, Super Onion Boy 2, Avalar: Shadow War Premium, DYSMANTLE, BE-A Walker, Squid – Icon Pack, The Fall 2 : Zombie Survival, 112 Operator, and more. You still have time to land FREE Galaxy Buds 4 with Galaxy S26+ and S26 Ultra orders, just be sure to also scope out the Windows Copilot+ PCs/gaming laptop sale at Best Buy with up to $1,100 in savings too. Friday’s apps await below.
Read MorePixel Journal gets short Material 3 Expressive bottom bar
Material 3 Expressive’s short bottom bar is now available in Pixel Journal as AI features come to the Pixel 9 series.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 QPR3: Pixel Launcher search bar loses M3 Expressive redesign
In December, Pixel Launcher search was replaced by the Google app. The Android 16 QPR3 March update compounds this design regression by removing the M3 Expressive search bar from the homescreen.
Expand Expanding CloseClaude hits one million daily signups, passing ChatGPT in Google Play Store
Claude is gaining significant traction, with a new report stating that the company is seeing in excess of one million user signups on a daily basis. If that trend continues, it could surpass other AI firms like OpenAI.
Expand Expanding Close
Deals: FREE Galaxy Buds with S26, Bose 24-hour flash sale, Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PC $550 off, more
Today’s 9to5Google Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to score a FREE Galaxy Buds 4 with Galaxy S26+ and S26 Ultra orders while you still can. But we also have a Bose 24-hour flash sale now live at up to $270 off – QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, soundbar, and more – as well as Dell’s Inspiron 14 Plus 2.5K touchscreen Copilot+ PC down to its lowest price at $600 (save $400) and Lenovo’s AMD-powered IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PCs with the RTX 5050 GPU now starting from $750 (all-time low). Scope it all out below
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (4a) Pro is coming to the US for the first time and, at $499, I can’t wait
Nothing revealed its new Phone (4a) series yesterday and, in a “blink and you’ll miss it” reveal, the company is bringing the Phone (4a) Pro to the US for the first time – here’s why I’m pretty excited about that.
Expand Expanding CloseSomeone just proved Samsung Galaxy phones can have way bigger batteries [Video]
Smartphone batteries have been getting bigger and bigger, meanwhile Samsung Galaxy devices have been completely stagnant with the exact same battery size in every Galaxy Ultra phone for the past six generations. Yet, someone just proved just how much bigger the battery capacity can go by doubling the battery capacity of Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says these AI models are best for coding Android apps
AI tools, love them or hate them, have been a big deal in coding and app development, and Google is now actively testing out what the best tools are for Android app development – here’s the full list.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel won ‘Best Smartphone’ back-to-back, but lost to the iPhone 17 this year
Google’s efforts with Pixel phones have been improving over the past few years, to the point where the Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series both managed to win “Best Smartphone” awards at MWC in back-to-back years, but the iPhone 17 has taken back the crown this time around.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S26 series is already a hit, 70% of pre-orders are for Ultra
According to new data out of Korea, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is already breaking pre-order records and is ahead of its predecessor, with the vast majority of early purchases being for the Galaxy S26 Ultra in particular.
Expand Expanding Close
Google Play Points offering some $400 off the Pixel 10 Pro
As the Pixel 10 Pro reaches its six-month mark, Google Play Points is offering some members $400 off. Start by going to the Perks tab on Android.
Expand Expanding Close