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Google forgot that it still hasn’t released the Pixel Watch ‘Performance Loop’ band
There’s a new “Performance Loop” band for the Pixel Watch in the works, but it hasn’t been released or officially announced just yet. This week, though, Google seemingly forgot about that.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search gets sticky with ‘Paddington’ marmalade sandwich Easter egg
To celebrate Peru’s most famous bear, Google Search is getting very sticky with a marmalade sandwich Easter egg in time for the launch of the upcoming Paddington in Peru movie.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Slides adding themed templates to ‘build presentations much faster’
After offering basic themes, Google Slides now has templates that “help users build presentations much faster.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Store pre-Black Friday deals: $300 off Pixel 9 Pro Fold, $280 Pixel Watch 3
Ahead of the main offer at month’s end, the US Google Store has some Pre-Black Friday 2024 deals on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 3, and Pixel Buds Pro 2.
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Yes, the Gemini dark theme has changed
Google has rolled out a number of small tweaks to the Gemini app UI in recent weeks, and the latest changes the dark theme on the web.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos rolling new ‘Updates’ page on Android, iOS
After replacing “Library” with the “Collections” tab in August, the next notable change to Google Photos is an “Updates” feed in place of “Sharing.”
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s latest Galaxy update might break Android Auto – how to fix it
A recent update on Samsung Galaxy smartphones could prevent Android Auto from working, but it’s pretty easy to fix.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube rolling out playback speed redesign on Android, iOS
Last month, YouTube announced a host of new features. After the new miniplayer and settings revamp, YouTube is rolling out the fine-tunable redesign of playback speed controls in the Android and iOS app.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Devils & Demons, Hexologic, Laser Tanks, more
Your Thursday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go down below. Just be sure to scope out the early Best Buy Black Friday doorbusters that are now live alongside the up to $120 in savings we have on Google’s latest smart Nest Doorbells as well as the indoor Nest smart cams and everything in Dell’s Early Holiday Savings event. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Devils & Demons, Hexologic, Laser Tanks, Sir Questionnaire, free icon packs, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Vids launches for Workspace customers
Following the April announcement and testing in June, Google Vids is now generally available for Google Workspace tiers.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Store now sells a third-party Pixel Watch band
After three generations of the Pixel Watch, the Google Store is selling the first watch band from a third-party manufacturer.
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Google renames Data Restore Tool to ‘Android Switch’
Google’s Data Restore Tool lets you migrate information when setting up a new Android device and it has now been renamed to “Android Switch.”
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Deals: Google Nest Cams 30% off, FREE OnePlus Buds Pro 3 with OnePlus Pad 2, gaming gear up to $995 off, more
Today’s collection of the best price drops across the Androidverse and beyond are now ready and waiting down below. Firstly, we have a straight up 30% price drop on the latest Google indoor Nest Cams alongside open-box listings for even less with a full 1-year warranty. From there we move over to the OnePlus world – you can now score FREE set of $180 flagship OnePlus Buds Pro 3 with the latest OnePlus Pad 2 ($230 off) – before checking out the now live Early Holiday Savings event at Dell with as much as $995 in savings on gaming rigs and accessories. Some new Amazon smart home gear is now entering the fray and you’ll find a host of now live and upcoming details on the best Black Friday sales waiting below as well.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app rolling out ‘Utilities’ Extension for phone control: Here’s everything it can do
As previewed back at I/O 2024 in May, Google is beginning to roll out the Gemini Utilities Extension that can “control your Android mobile device & apps.”
Expand Expanding CloseMore Android devices will introduce users to Quick Share during setup, following Pixel
Quick Share is the long-awaited “AirDrop for Android,” but many users have no idea it exists. To help with that, Google is apparently going to start requiring new Android devices to introduce users to Quick Share during the setup process.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s official Pixel 9 Pro Fold case is finally back in stock (as long as you like black)
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a stellar foldable smartphone, but getting a case for it has been difficult, especially as Google’s official case has been out of stock for weeks. Finally, though, it has returned.
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Matter 1.4 update extends device support, could improve Nest Thermostat outside of Google Home
A new update to the Matter standard, version 1.4, brings support for even more new device types, as well as expanding support for thermostats in a way that would benefit the Nest Thermostat.
Expand Expanding CloseGeForce Now ‘Performance’ tier adds 1440p and ultrawide, new members get monthly limit
GeForce Now is upgrading its mid-tier subscription and re-naming it “Performance,” unlocking 1440p and ultrawide capability for more membership plans than just Ultimate. The most expensive plan is also getting a very useful upgrade.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle is lowering the RAM requirement for Android TV, which seems like a bad idea
Google has revealed that the memory requirements for Android TV are going down, with new devices needing just 1GB of RAM to run the platform.
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Google Messages moves Magic Compose button out of text field row
After adding Magic Rewrite to the grid of shortcuts, Google Messages is testing giving Magic Compose a more prominent position and button that is always visible.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV’s latest ad is a reminder of why it should only promote movies and shows
Google TV ads have been opening up to new content and product types, but a new “Dragon Age” ad is a great example of why the platform probably just should have stuck with content.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Phone app working on contextual ‘AI Replies’ in Call Screen
Google updated Call Screen with contextual replies last December, and the Pixel Phone app is now readying “AI Replies” powered by large language models.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 November update fixes Bluetooth, display issues
With the Android 15 November security patch, the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold are getting their next update with several fixes.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 12 gets stable Android 15 update, rolling out now without AI features
Not long after its official announcement last month, OnePlus has just started rolling out the official, stable Android 15 for the OnePlus 12 in regions across the globe.
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