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Google Clock rolls out redesign of Timers with presets on Android
Following the new app icon, Google Clock has rolled out a redesigned Timers tab. This follows yesterday’s update to the Now Playing app.
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Ugreen might be most well-known for its chargers and device accessories, but its recent announcement might push it deeper into the smart home space. The company announced a local AI hub called the “HomeAgent,” alongside Ugreen’s new smart cameras and more.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Spark rolling out Google Photos control for automated editing, sharing, & more
The latest first-party app that Gemini Spark can control is Google Photos. The personal agent can “handle complex, multi-stage workflows” with your library.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to check if Motion Assist has rolled out to your Android 17 phone
Following the announcement on Tuesday, Google is slowly rolling out Motion Assist to phones running Android 17.
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OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, ‘the world’s most intelligent and aligned model’ that you can’t use just yet
Following an outage earlier today, OpenAI is launching GPT-6 Astra, it’s latest model which is “the world’s most intelligent.”
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Google Home update fixes alarms, improves media & smart home voice controls
The latest Google Home update is fixing issues with alarms that some users were experiencing while also improving media and smart home voice controls in Google’s continued effort to address pain points in Gemini for Home.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: DREDGE, Darkside Detective, Zoeti, and more
Alongside the massive Labor Day sales at Best Buy and Amazon, we have another fresh batch of Android app deals to scope out this afternoon. Highlights include the brilliant DREDGE, as well as The Darkside Detective: FITD, Zoeti, Titan Quest: Ultimate Edition, and more. We still have Pixel 11 series units at up to $320 off (open-box “excellent”) and the lowest price ever on the fantastic Nothing Ear (3a) noise cancelling buds. The apps await below.
Read MoreXbox Cloud Gaming will limit players to 15 hours per month before they have to pay more
Microsoft is making a change to Xbox Cloud Gaming that will place a limit of 15 hours a month or less on players before they have to pay more for cloud gaming.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s WeatherNext 3 AI model in Search, Gemini has ’50% more accurate precipitation forecasts’
Google today announced WeatherNext 3 as its “most advanced and accurate global weather AI model,” with immediate benefits for Search and Gemini.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo’s new Android tablets get 7 years of updates, flagship chips, and 4K displays
Alongside new superpowered laptops and a MacBook Neo rival, Lenovo has new flagship Yoga Android tablets launching that don’t hold back.
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Lenovo’s first RTX Spark laptops can have up to 128GB of RAM
IFA 2026 is underway with Lenovo’s Innovation World event seeing the debut of the company’s first RTX Spark laptops as well as a flagship Android tablet and more.
Expand Expanding CloseUpgrade paths: Should Pixel 9 owners upgrade to Pixel 11? [Video]
We’ve seen a lot of people ask if making the jump from the Pixel 9 to a Pixel 11 is even worth it. The answer isn’t totally simple, but we’ll try our best to answer it here.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola is finally making a new Wear OS watch and it’s not called the Moto 360
It’s finally happening. Motorola is making a new Wear OS smartwatch, but it’s not a new Moto 360 – this is the Moto Watch Ultra.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo IdeaPad Vibe is a MacBook Neo competitor starting at $699
Lenovo is taking on the MacBook Neo with a colorful new laptop – the IdeaPad Vibe.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live
Following the announcement at I/O 2026, Google is rolling out Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live this week. After testing in recent months, these voice capabilities are now generally available.
Expand Expanding CloseTCL’s first NXTPAPER phone with AMOLED is also one of its most flagship-like, coming to US
After showing off a proof-of-concept back at CES 2026 earlier this year, TCL is officially making its first NXTPAPER phones with AMOLED displays – the TCL P80 series.
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Deals: Pixel 11 Pro up to $242 off, Moto Tag 2 trackers from $17.50 each, Lenovo’s new 3.5K Android tablet at $332, more
Joining the massive Labor Day sale at Amazon and Best Buy’s giant sale event, we are still tracking $800 off Sony’s 2026 BRAVIA 7 II HDR Google TV with Gemini, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Pixel 11 Pro unlocked at up to $242 off as well as another chance to score the Google Find Hub Moto Tag 2 trackers back down at $17.50 each again. We also have Lenovo’s new 13-inch 3.5K Android tablet hitting a new all-time low at $332 for Labor Day and a notable launch deal on Anker’s all-new MagGo 2 Pro Qi2.2 power bank with smart display (check out the rest of its new releases from IFA right here).
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It’s not just you; ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok were all down in confirmed outages
A widespread outage has taken out popular AI platforms including ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok.
Expand Expanding CloseThe XGIMI Aura 3 lineup brings Google TV to 4K 120Hz capable short-throw laser projectors
XGIMI has officially unveiled its new ultra-short-throw (UST) projector lineup at IFA 2026 with the debut of the Aura 3 Series, consisting of the AURA 3 Pro and Aura 3 Max.
Expand Expanding CloseAnker is combining its Eufy, Soundcore, and brands into two ‘Anker’ groups
At IFA 2026, Anker is not only unveiling a bunch of new products, but also announcing that it is merging all of its core brands into one – sort of – with Eufy, Soundcore, and others going away.
Expand Expanding CloseXiaomi 18 Fold officially revealed with wide design like Galaxy Z Fold 8, launches next week
Xiaomi is the latest brand adopting a wide foldable form factor, with the Xiaomi 18 Fold getting an official first look at IFA 2026 ahead of a launch next week.
Expand Expanding CloseThe tiny new features that make Android great
Good morning and happy Thursday. Today I’m watching every minute of M. Night Shyamalan’s new YouTube video on the making of Signs, trying to convince myself I don’t need the Sonos Ace Ultra headphones, and using this helpful guide to finally install a local AI model on my M4 Pro Mac Mini.
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Expand Expanding CloseBelkin just released four Android Find Hub trackers; one is a full wallet
More companies are getting on board with trackers that work with the Android Find Hub network, and Belkin is the latest with four different designs.
Expand Expanding CloseBelkin says its new ‘BoostSolid’ Qi2 batteries last 3x longer than your other magnetic power banks
During IFA 2026, Belkin announced a new lineup of magnetic Qi2 battery banks using a new solid-state technology. The two UltraCharge Pro models can charge devices at up to 15W wirelessly, but they have more tricks in the sleeve.
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