Google One offering $150 Pixel 9 discount to some subscribers
In addition to the standard 10% back on Google Store purchases, some Google One members today are being offered $150 off the Pixel 9 series.
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Google on why Pixel Weather doesn’t have Froggy
Pixel Weather has now widely rolled out to older devices, and this week’s Made by Google Podcast talks about the app’s design and why Froggy isn’t featured.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Android 15 QPR2 Beta for Pixel is starting soon
Besides the general Android 16 timeline provided today, Google is also sharing that the Android 15 QPR2 Beta gets underway soon.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV update breaks faster internet speeds for Walmart’s Onn 4K Pro
The Walmart Onn 4K Pro is a stellar Google TV set-top box, but with pretty slow Ethernet and, now, an update has broken a method of upgrading those speeds.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to access Google Home’s convenient shortcut from your TV
Google TV can display your Google Home controls in an easily accessible way. This feature makes checking your doorbell or dimming the lights possible from the remote you’re already holding. This quick guide will take you through using the Google Home TV menu.
Expand Expanding CloseChromeOS 130 adds Recorder app, Studio-style mic, Help me read, docked PiP, more
ChromeOS 130 started rolling out on Tuesday, with Google’s changelog today confirming what’s new. Overall, this is a bigger release and delivers the second set of new Chromebook Plus features.
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Mozilla’s Thunderbird email app is now officially available on Android
After launching in beta earlier this month, Mozilla has officially launched its long-awaited email app Thunderbird on Android.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Ticket to Ride, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, more
This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals are now ready and waiting for you down below. On your way down be sure to scope out the new Nintendo Music Android app as well as the the big-time deal we have on Samsung’s 4-pack of Galaxy SmartTag 2 item trackers, this offer on the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3 as well as Samsung’s flagship titanium Galaxy Watch Ultra. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Ticket to Ride, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, Earthlings Beware!, Titan Quest: Legendary Edition, and more. Head below for a closer look at everything.
Read MoreWhat the first Google Store in a mall looks like [Gallery]
Housed in a mall, Google Store Oakbrook outside of Chicago opens on Friday as the company’s fifth retail location for Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit products.
Expand Expanding CloseChatGPT Search is officially here to challenge Google’s throne
After being announced earlier this year as “SearchGPT,” OpenAI has today officially launched ChatGPT Search, a new AI-powered search engine.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search widget regains custom colors theme on Android
Back in August, the Google Search bar widget was updated with Dynamic Color, and it’s now bringing back “Custom” colors.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Studio getting more Gemini to help app development
Besides providing an initial Android 16 timeline today, Google has a number of developer updates across Android Studio and the Play Store.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 coming Q2 2025 as Google readies ‘more frequent SDK releases’
Google announced today that “Android will have more frequent SDK releases,” while setting a Q2 2025 release date for Android 16, which will soon see a developer preview.
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Deals: OnePlus Buds Pro 3, Anker Prime Powerbank $80 off, 4-pack Galaxy SmartTag 2 trackers at $15.50 each, and more
Today’s roundup of the day’s best deals is now ready to go. Joining ongoing all-time low pricing on Galaxy Watch Ultra, today we spotted one of the best prices yet on the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3 with ANC and the vegan leather charging case as well as an $80 price drop on Anker’s Prime 250W 27,650mAh Powerbank with an onboard display and app control. From there we move over to a new Amazon low on Samsung’s 4-pack of Galaxy SmartTag 2 item trackers that is bringing pricing down to $15.50 a pop as well as some serious savings on this Hisense 100-inch 144Hz QLED Google Smart TV. All of that joins a host of tech accessories and even more in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Telegram update adds video quality selection for large channels
Videos are getting a big upgrade in Telegram. Users will be able to select which quality to watch received videos in, as well as enable PiP and adjust playback speed.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 debuts with flat display and a higher price ahead of global launch
After a lot of teasers, the OnePlus 13 is finally official in China, which tells us everything we need to know about the device ahead of its global debut.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Extensions for WhatsApp, Google Home, Phone, and Messages gradually rolling out
Following the Workspace additions in September, there are seven Gemini Extensions on Android, and Google is in the process of “gradually releasing” the next batch for WhatsApp, Google Home, Phone, and Messages. They replace the current Google Assistant fallback for those tasks.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases holiday-themed Android figure with an adorable beanie
Google’s latest Android figure is an adorable holiday-themed “Bot” that’s wearing a sweater and beanie.
Expand Expanding CloseChannel 4 app finally comes to Android TV [Update]
After years of annoying workarounds, limitations, and frustrations, the Channel 4 streaming app has finally come to Android TV.
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Android Auto stops working on older phones
Google has started enforcing new Android Auto requirements more widely, with older phones running into a message that they “no longer support” the useful platform.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps adding weather disruption reporting & more detailed driving map
In addition to Gemini for search, summaries, and Q&A, Google Maps for Android and iOS are getting updates to improve the entire driving experience “from start to finish.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps getting Gemini search, review summaries, and Q&A
With over 2 billion monthly users, Google Maps is adding Gemini to power a trio of experiences that do seem quite useful on Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseWaze ‘Conversational Reporting’ lets you literally call out road incidents
Waze is adding an AI-powered “Conversational Reporting” feature for incidents and obstructions when using the navigation system.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung developing Galaxy S25 ‘Slim’ to battle iPhone 17
Samsung has reportedly started working on a “Slim” version of its upcoming Galaxy S25 flagship ahead of Apple’s plans for a thinner iPhone 17.
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