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Pixel Watch 5 (41mm) Initial Review: New watch alert, actually
The result of two changes made by Google means I’m using the Pixel Watch 5 in an entirely different way from the previous four generations, and it feels so futuristic.
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Historically, Google has set out to make helpful devices. The Pixel 11 Pro continues that with Gemini Intelligence, while introducing a new narrative about how you can use your phone less with HiLight.
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An unreleased version of Google Photos appears to include a photo map we haven’t seen on the Ask Photos search page, yet.
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Deals: Last chance at Pixel 11 offers ahead of delivery, Anniversary Chromebook sale from $219, LG OLED $700, more
The Best Buy 60th Anniversary sale is still rolling and today might be your last chance to score the pre-order deals on Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold (details on those below). But today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Best Buy’s Anniversary Chromebook deals starting at $179 with touchscreen models up to $250 off as well as LG’s most affordable 2026 OLED TV at $300 off. Be sure to scope out this 14-in-1 Anker Prime dock $100 off as well as the charger deals you’ll find below from just $26.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Thermometer gets new gradient icon on its way out
After three generations, Google dropped the built-in thermometer from the Pixel 11 Pro. However, like other first-party apps, the Pixel Thermometer app has a new icon.
Expand Expanding Close‘Moto Snap’ magnetic wireless charger leaks, hopefully as a sign of more Qi2 to come [Gallery]
Qi2 magnetic wireless charging is finally making some headway in the Android world, with Motorola recently having launched its first smartphone with built-in magnets. Now, a leaked “Moto Snap” wireless charger has surfaced, hopefully hinting at more Qi2 in Motorola’s lineup going forward.
Expand Expanding CloseUpgrade your online privacy with these Proton deals
Staying secured online is vital no matter where your life takes you, and smartphone makers know it. Apple has even been advertising Safari’s built-in tracker protection as a reason to switch to iPhone, as if that’s enough to push people away from the latest Galaxy or Pixel.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch 1 not losing Google Health sleep, workout support
On Tuesday, Pixel Watch 1 owners encountered a Google Health error message about needing to update their wearable. Google has confirmed that this was a bug and that the original device remains supported.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle ‘gradually’ rolling out Android’s ‘advanced’ sideloading ahead of developer verification
Ahead of the start of developer verification next month, Google is now rolling out Android’s “advanced” flow for sideloading.
Expand Expanding CloseClaude can now send emails in Gmail, even without your approval
Anthropic’s Claude AI can now take a huge step in your email inbox, with the ability to not only interact with Gmail, but send emails on your behalf without asking you first.
Expand Expanding CloseSpotify rolling out ‘User Notes’ and ‘Running Mode’ features on Android – here’s what they do
Spotify is introducing two new features this week including a “Running Mode” that can automatically match songs and playlists to the pace of your workout, as well as “User Notes” which let you leave notes throughout your library to refer to later.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Sideload 041: A vision of Pixels to come
Welcome to episode 41 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Ben Schoon joins Will to discuss the future of Pixel, as Google’s Pixel 11 attempts to bridge the gap between always-accessible AI assistant and a more minimalist, digital wellbeing-friendly experience. They also dig into the world of AI ads, posters, and more, and wonder whether they’re doing far more harm than good to the people who choose to monetize them.
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung makes warranty repairs easier with Android 17, advertises it with AI guinea pigs [Gallery]
Live on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and presumably coming to more devices when Android 17 / One UI 9 rolls out more broadly, Samsung is showing off a new “Warranty and Care” menu that makes it a whole lot easier to deal with repairs and warranty claims on your Galaxy device.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini in Chrome and auto browse roll out on Android in the US
After previewing in May, Google has now finished rolling out Gemini in Chrome for Android users in the US.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Easy Delivery, Kingdom Rush Vengeance, Front Armies, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Easy Delivery Co., Front Armies [RTS], Wall Of Insanity 2, 9th Dawn Remake RPG, Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game, and more. Alongside Best Buy’s massive 60th Anniversary Sale, we are still tracking some serious pre-order deals on Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold – including extra $150 off select models at Amazon – as well as deals on the Olive Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 and a giant $750 price drop on Samsung’s 16-inch Snapdragon X Elite touchscreen Galaxy Book.
Read MorePixel Screenshots updated with new date and app filters
Following Journal and Recorder, the Pixel 11 update for the Screenshots app is here with the ability to filter “by date range and source.”
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Deals: 1-day Galaxy sale – Tabs from $215, S26 cases 60% off, Olive Pixel Buds Pro 2, Galaxy Book $750 off, more
As part of the ongoing Best Buy 60th Anniversary Sale, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a 1-day Samsung Galaxy sale offering Galaxy tabs from $215, official Galaxy S26 series cases and accessories from $10, and more. The sale also features a giant $750 discount on Samsung’s 16-inch Snapdragon X Elite touchscreen Galaxy Book and has ushered in Best Buy’s first deal on the new Olive Google Pixel Buds Pro 2. Just be sure to also scope out the Sonos Ace ANC headphones at $200 off the launch price and this chance to score Sony’s wonderful WH-1000XM6 ANC Headphones at $260 off. Everything else awaits below.
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NBC raises Peacock’s price for the fourth year in a row
NBC Universal has announced that Peacock will get yet another price hike, the fourth time in the platform’s history, which also now makes for a price hike in each of the past four years.
Expand Expanding CloseFairphone officially starts selling its new repairable Android phone in the US for $649
Following the launch of audio products in the US earlier this year, Fairphone is officially bringing its repairable Android phone, the Fairphone Gen 6+, to the States for $649.
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It’s not just you, Google’s Nest Hubs were hit with an outage late last night
If your “goodnight” routine was met with silence last night, you’re not alone. Google’s Nest Hub devices were hit with a widespread outage that broke functionality entirely, but it’s all back in action this morning.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel strategy is now ‘attack,’ 13 million phones in 2026, ending China production
A new report details Google’s plans to completely end production in China as soon as next year, while the company is aiming to sell around 13 million Pixel phones in 2026.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s got Spirit (yes it does)
Good morning. I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Today I’m reading more about Anthropic’s strange new text watermarking process, watching this historic Joshua Baéz home run recap on repeat, listening to the incredible new Phoebe Bridgers album, and getting stuck into Daniel Mason’s new satire, Country People.
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Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 9 for Pixel
The Android 17 QPR1 preview is surprisingly still active as Google today released Beta 9. This follows a big Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 on Friday.
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Monday’s Android app deals and freebies: Demon Castle, Deus Ex GO, SENTINEL 519, GNOSIA, more
Your Monday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Demon Castle Story, Deus Ex GO, Hitman GO, SENTINEL 519: SAGA – GENESIS, Sands of Salzaar, Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG, GNOSIA, FrogBoy, and more. Best Buy’s massive 60th Anniversary Sale is now in full swing with deep deals on TVs, Android phones, and 10x rewards points, as well as 20% off all official new Pixel 11 Pixelsnap cases, a 58-inch Hisense smart TV for $190, and up to $1,350 off 2026 Copilot+ PC and gaming laptops. But for now it’s all about the Google Play deals and they are all waiting below/.
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