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Qualcomm says its new Snapdragon chips will have less lag on mid-range Android phones
While mid-range Android phones have gotten way better over the years, lag spikes are still remarkably common. With its new Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chips, Qualcomm says lag should be cut down alongside some other improvements.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out a really vibrant Search Live redesign
After refreshing AI Mode’s interface, Google is now rolling out a fullscreen redesign for Search Live that is quite vibrant.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle preps ‘Gemini Agent’ as your ’24/7 digital partner’
With the launch of Gemini 3 last November, Google introduced “Gemini Agent” as an “experimental feature that handles multi-step tasks.” It’s due for a big upgrade, according to a new report and strings this week.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Like the first preview, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 today does not contain many user-facing changes that would explain the fast two-week turnaround between builds.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 for Pixel
Just two weeks after the first preview, Google is rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2.
Expand Expanding CloseMoto G Stylus (2026) might actually be worth $499, if you really want a pen that badly
“Cheap” Android phones are in an increasingly tough spot right now. The Moto G Stylus, one of Motorola’s most popular offerings, now costs $499 which puts it into the territory of more powerful and better-rounded smartphones like the Pixel 10a, but with the shortcomings of a cheaper device. That said, after using it, I think it’ll be a fine device if you really want that pen.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Tasks rolling out Material 3 Expressive widget
The Workspace team is finally getting around to updating the Google Tasks widget on Android with Material 3 Expressive.
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Mid-week Android app deals and freebies: SpongeBob, Agent A, Backflip Madness 2, more
Your mid-week lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG, Chloe Puzzle Game Pro, SpongeBob SquarePants BfBB, Backflip Madness 2, Agent A: A puzzle in disguise, and more. We also have Galaxy Tab S11 hitting its best Amazon price ever at $271 off as well as open-box units $355 off alongside this particularly notable deal on Samsung’s 165Hz M9 OLED Smart Monitor at $375 off with a FREE Odyssey 4K G70D display thrown in ($1,175 in value). All of the apps await below.
Read MoreGoogle DeepMind is partnering with EVE Online to research ‘player-driven systems’
EVE Online has offered gamers a space-centric alternative to MMOs like World of Warcraft for over 20 years. Now, the studio behind the game is looking towards the future of game development, beginning with a new AI-centric partnership with Google’s DeepMind.
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Claude Code is getting higher usage limits, doubled for most users
Anthropic today announced that Claude is getting a big boost to usage limits, including doubling Code limits and stripping back on peak hour reductions.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle teases Fitbit Air launch on Thursday, May 7
Google started teasing the Fitbit Air at the end of March, and the screen-less wearable looks to be launching tomorrow.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 all-time low, Samsung M9 Smart Monitor $375 off + FREE $800 Odyssey display, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Galaxy Tab S11 hitting its best Amazon price ever at $271 off with open-box units $355 off, alongside this wild deal on Samsung’s 165Hz M9 OLED Smart Monitor at $375 off with a FREE $800 Odyssey 4K G70D display. We also have Google Pixel Buds 2a down as low as $71, just about every official Google Pixelsnap Pixel 10 case on sale at Amazon right now, alongside hundreds in savings across the unlocked Google Pixel 10 lineup. Head below for a closer look at the details.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Pixel Watch 4’s handy USB-C charger is back in stock, but the price went up [U]
The Pixel Watch 4’s charger is yet another thing to carry around when traveling or otherwise. That’s why a Google-approved USB-C charger for Pixel Watch 4 is so useful, and it’s finally back in stock – for now, at least.
Expand Expanding CloseAmazon Blink beats Google’s 2K Nest Doorbell with the same quality for under $50
While Google’s Nest ecosystem delivers a really good experience, no one ever said it was cheap. Following last year’s launch of a 2K Nest Doorbell, Amazon’s Blink is stepping up with an upgraded model that features the same camera quality, but for just $40.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung ‘Galaxy Ring 2’ likely launching ‘early’ 2027 with battery, hardware upgrades
According to a new report, it’s “virtually impossible” for Samsung to release a Galaxy Ring sequel this year, with “Galaxy Ring 2” instead likely to launch in early 2027.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Chrome takes up 4GB of storage on your computer for AI, if you have space
The ongoing march of AI features continues to go on, whether you want it to or not, and a recent update to Google Chrome probably installed a few gigabytes of local AI models on your computer.
Expand Expanding CloseLiquid 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.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini readies agent to drive your Mac and ‘organize your files’
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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