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Nothing is India’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, Essential Space updates rolling out
Nothing has revealed that it is the fastest-growing smartphone brand in India, and also has some new updates available for the Nothing Phone (3a)’s signature Essential Space feature.
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Google is now bringing NotebookLM’s Audio Overviews to over 50 languages after previously only supporting English.
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Following US support, Google Wallet for Android will soon let those in the United Kingdom create digital ID passes with their UK passports. Other updates today include more state IDs and work on privacy-preserving age verification.
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Deals: Pixel 9 Pro Fold $300 off new or $524 off open-box, frame-style Google TVs $800 off, Galaxy Watch bands, more
Now sitting alongside the ongoing Google Mother’s Day sale, today we are highlighting the $300 price drop on the latest Pixel 9 Pro Fold and a chance to score an open-box unit with a 1-year warranty at $524 off. From there we move over to a relatively rare collection of deals for Samsung Galaxy Watch owners – Amazon has a load of official Samsung Galaxy Watch/Ultra bands on sale from $14 – alongside new all-time low pricing on the latest 2025 144Hz Hisense frame-style Canvas Google TVs at all-time lows from $950 (up to $800 off), the best price to date on Nomad’s new 240W USB-C ChargeKey tool, and a 50% price drop on Samsung’s 180MB/s 512GB PRO Plus microSD card. All of that and more awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseHere are Android Auto’s upcoming climate controls [Gallery]
Google is working on bringing some form of climate control to its Android Auto platform, and a new update has made it possible for these controls to surface with a preview of the functionality.
Expand Expanding CloseWild rumor claims Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be impossibly thin, Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 coming
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 might be a bit thinner than originally expected, but the rumor claiming that thinner profile is a bit hard to believe.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 8 could offer AI video summary
AI video summaries are not new, and apps like YouTube have already begun rolling them out to users. However, software-level video summary that works for any media on device isn’t seemingly available for users, and One UI 8 might bring just that to Galaxy devices.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung promises Google Gemini shortcut for Galaxy A devices
Samsung has been working hand-in-hand with Google to bring the company’s AI to more Android devices, all while Samsung maintains some footprint with its popular Galaxy AI suite. The two companies noted that the Google Gemini shortcut will start to make its way to Galaxy A devices, reaching a broader market.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S21 next in line to get ‘early’ One UI 7 update
Samsung seems to have just gotten ahead of schedule with its One UI 7 release, adding the Galaxy S21 to the list of devices with the new update. This comes as other flagship Galaxy phones have just received the update before they were expected to.
Expand Expanding CloseReviewing Material You in Google apps before Material 3 Expressive
Ahead of Material Design’s next evolution, let’s review Material You through the lens of first-party Google apps on Android. Specifically, I want to look at the adoption of Material 3 components, color, and adaptive layouts.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (3) is ‘100%’ coming to the United States, Carl Pei says
It’s been nearly two years since a Nothing Phone was released in the United States outside of confusing “beta” programs, but that’s set to change with the Nothing Phone (3), Carl Pei says.
Expand Expanding CloseLG will shut down update servers for its Android smartphones on June 30
LG announced just over four years ago that it would depart the smartphone business, and now the clock is running out on any remaining updates for the company’s Android phones.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Quick Share app on Samsung PCs will be replaced in May
Like on Android phones, Samsung will be responsible for the Quick Share experience on its Windows PCs.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s new in Android’s April 2025 Google System Updates [U: 4/28]
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
Expand Expanding CloseEmoji Kitchen offers an easier way to browse custom emojis; here’s how
Emoji Kitchen has been around for a while, and it somewhat goes unnoticed becuase of its integration into Gboard. As often as cool combinations are presented when you choose the right emojis, there is a way to browse through all available Emoji Kitchen combinations, offering up some of the best picks to send. This quick guide will explain how the feature works.
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Google Clock 7.13 rolls out via the Play Store [U]
Following Calculator 8.7, Google is rolling out an update to Android’s Clock app with version 7.13.
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Pocket Casts can now generate episode transcripts
Pocket Casts has gained the ability to generate episode transcripts if you subscribe to the Android or iOS app.
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Google extends $100 credit with Pixel 9a while retailers offer $100 gift cards
Google is extending its launch offer for the Pixel 9a with a $100 credit included with purchase, but retailers are upping the ante with $100 gift cards instead.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app coming soon to kids, parents can manage with Family Link
Google will soon let Family Link-supervised kids under the age of 13 access the Gemini app.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Wallet may let you add a card just by tapping it to your Android phone
Google appears to be working on a new feature that would allow users to add a credit card to Google Wallet simply by tapping the card to their phone.
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Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are $99 as Pixel Buds Pro 2 are over $100 off right now
Ongoing outlet deals at Best Buy are offering refurbished tech at stellar discounts, including Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 for over $100 off, and Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for $150 off.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, Twilight Struggle, more
Today’s lineup of the best games and apps going on sale on the Google Play store are ready and waiting for you below. These deals are hitting on the heels of the now live Google Mother’s Day event with price drops on the entire Google Pixel 9 lineup, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, Pixel Watch 3, and more. Just be sure to scope out the details we highlighted on this even better offer on the 256GB Pixel 9 as well as discounts on Samsung’s regularly up to $330 Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at $200, Samsung’s 40mm Galaxy Watch 7 at up to $90 off, and this Lenovo ThinkPad OLED laptop at 55% off. As for the apps, highlights include Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, Twilight Struggle, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MorePixel Weather starts rolling out pollen tracker in the US
After rolling out to five countries in recent months, Google is bringing the Pixel Weather’s pollen tracker to the US.
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Google’s Android device backups might be able to store your SIM too
New findings suggest that Android devices may soon be able to include your SIM in a device backup, potentially making it that much easier to swap phones.
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