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Google’s AI Mode is ‘the definition of theft,’ publishers say, opt-out was considered
The AI takeover of Search is in full swing, especially as Google’s new AI Mode is going live for all US users. But for publishers, this continues the existential crisis around how Google Search is changing, with a new statement calling AI Mode “the definition of theft” while legal documents reveal that Google did consider opt out controls that ultimately weren’t implemented.
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At I/O 2025, Google Wallet and Pay had a number of announcements, including some new features (like nearby passes) that end users will benefit from.
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Deals: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold up to $525 off, Samsung OLED TV Memorial Day sale, Lenovo Copilot+ PC $300 off, more
Today we are kicking today’s best deals off with ongoing Pixel 9 price drops, but more specifically the $300 price drop on the latest Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold that also happens to be $525 off in open-box condition with a full warranty. Speaking of which, open-box deals have dropped even lower on the new Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ and Samsung has kicked off some notable Memorial Day savings – up $2,400 off OLED smart TVs and the ongoing Buy One Get One FREE Odyssey gaming monitor deals. We also spotted Lenovo’s touchscreen Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition Copilot+ PC at $300 off and you’ll find everything else for you down below.
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At I/O 2025, Google announced a new “Home Summary Widget” for Pixel devices, while bringing Gemini to the Home APIs for third-party developers.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung hints that its first Android 16 beta for Galaxy is launching imminently
It’s no secret that Samsung is going to launch its Android 16 update in the very near future – despite having just released its Android 15 update – and now the company’s own website is showing that the beta is right around the corner.
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Google’s work on an Android desktop mode continues with desktop windowing coming to external displays with an upcoming Android 16 QPR1 Beta.
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In development for years now, Google’s light theme for Android Auto appears to be right around the corner, and the company has just shown it off for the first time.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle bringing Live Updates to Wear OS in 2026, more use cases coming
Android 16 introduces Live Updates and Google shared more details about them at I/O 2025, including what to expect in the future, like Wear OS support.
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Gemini will ‘soon’ integrate with apps on Oppo smartphones
Google is partnering with Oppo to support app integration between Oppo’s apps and Gemini.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV partnering on ‘affordable & reliable’ televisions with low RAM
Beyond Android 16 for TV, Google at I/O 2025 detailed what’s coming to Google TV. This includes a push for cheaper smart televisions with low RAM that run Google TV.
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A renewed Pixel Watch 2 is a steal at under $80 on Amazon
The Pixel Watch 2 is a solid option if you can live with the single-size option, but at under $80, it’s a steal.
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YouTube teased a “little refresh” of the mobile app’s miniplayer earlier this week, and this update is now rolling out on Android and iOS. This follows the “feedback” people sent in after the October launch.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 7 surfaces in hands-on leak, showing its much wider design
Samsung is finally bringing some major changes to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 this year, and the first hands-on leak is showing off just how different it will be.
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Android 16 QPR1 bug prevents new apps from appearing on home screen
Android 16 QPR1 has just been released, and for all of the welcome design language changes and UI adjustments, there’s one small bug. The bug causes new apps not to be added to the home screen, even if the settings say otherwise.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat are the Gemini app’s free, AI Pro, and AI Ultra limits
Google AI Pro and AI Ultra were announced yesterday, and the company has a table comparing what the limits for the Gemini app are by tier.
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After first teasing in February, Google is beginning to widely roll out Quick Share’s “Use mobile data” option on Android.
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Galaxy Z Flip 7 reportedly ‘confirmed’ to use Exynos 2500 in ‘most countries’
Rumors have been back and forth, but a new report claims that Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 will indeed run on top of the Exynos 2500 chip.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Skul Hero Slayer, Children of Morta, Dead Cells, more
The best mid-week Android game and app deals are now up or grabs down below. Joining the Google Play deals today, as well as the Amazon and Best Buy Memorial Day sales, we also spotted an up to $142 price drop on the 45mm Pixel Watch 3, up to $393 off Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, and a Buy One Get One FREE on select Odyssey gaming monitors. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Skul: The Hero Slayer, Children of Morta, Dead Cells, and more – everything waits below.
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Android 16 QPR1 brings back ‘Audio Sharing’ through Auracast, no Pixel Buds support yet
Google has been working on support for Bluetooth’s Auracast function in Android for a while now, and now “Audio Sharing” has returned, hopefully for good, in Android 16 QPR1.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 8 Classic renders show the squarish design, rotating bezel, third button [Gallery]
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is getting a big redesign as we’ve heard previously, and now leaked renders are showing just how different it will be.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 QPR1 Beta 1 hands-on: Finally, the big update we wanted [Video]
I think a lot of people would agree that the Android 16 QPR1 update is the “real” update that we’ve all been waiting for – but is it any good? Spoiler alert: it is, but here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseAI videos from Google’s Veo 3 are here, and they’re both impressive and terrifying
If the internet wasn’t already full of misinformation and general filler content, Veo 3 is going to take it to an entirely new level. Google’s newly announced Veo 3 video and audio generation engine is already being used to create terrifyingly realistic videos that would fool just about anyone.
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Deals: Pixel Watch 3 up to $142 off, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra up to $393 off, BOGO FREE Odyssey gaming monitors, more
Hot the heels of yesterday’s I/O 2025, we have some notable deals on the latest Pixel gear, including an up to $142 price drop live on 45mm Pixel Watch 3 alongside ongoing deals on Pixel 8/9 handsets. Next up is Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra as Samsung is offering up to $300 off brand-new units and Best Buy has the most affordable model up to $393 off in open-box condition – as well as Samsung’s Memorial Day sale with a Buy One Get One FREE promo on select Odyssey gaming monitors. All of that and more awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Volvo cars will get new Android Automotive features faster, including Gemini
Volvo and Google have announced a new deal that will bring new Android Automotive features to Volvo’s vehicles faster, starting with Gemini support.
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