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Google Wallet rolls out nicknames for passes
Following the Material 3 Expressive redesign, Google Wallet has rolled out pass nicknames and other features that developers can take advantage of.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 10 Pro Fold bends and breaks in durability test, just like its predecessors
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is supposed to have a stronger hinge and be rated for IP68 water and dust resistance. A recent durability test highlights familiar failure points and presents some new ones.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Children of Morta, Dream House Days DX, Plancon, more
Tuesday afternoon’s best Android game and app deals are now live and waiting, including titles like Children of Morta, Dream House Days DX, Plancon, The Tiny Bang Story, and more. Just be sure to scope out the deals we are tracking on Lenovo’s 2025 futuristic dual-screen Yoga Book 9i 2-in-1 OLED laptop, a solid $300 price drop on Motorola’s 2025 Razr+ flip phone, and ASUS’ Chromebook Plus ExpertBook CX54. Then hit the jump for a closer look at the app deals.
Read MoreGoogle Photos’ conversational editing is now available for most US-based Android users
After initially launching on the Pixel 10 series, Google began one of its traditional slow rollouts for its conversation-based “Help me edit” tool late last month. Now, the company is confirming it’s active for all eligible Android devices in the US, giving Photos users one more way to edit their collection without relying on sliders and dials.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 10 series up to $600 off in Mint Mobile bundle deal
If you want to get Google’s Pixel 10 series for hundreds of dollars off, Mint Mobile has a stellar deal available that provides a huge discount alongside a bundle with wireless service.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola launches ultra-thin Edge 70 in China, international release coming soon
After enough leaks to make you think this was a Google product, Motorola’s iPhone AI and Galaxy S25 Edge competitor is finally official in China. And while it might not be the true flagship those other phones are, it could be enough to win some shoppers over when it hits international markets later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube rolling out video player redesign, other ‘expressive and intuitive’ updates
The YouTube family of apps continue to have their own design language that’s distinct from Google services. YouTube is now rolling out a redesign of the video player across Android, iOS, web, and TV, as well as a handful of other “expressive and intuitive” updates.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Keep rolling out reminders-to-Tasks migration
As previewed last year, Google Keep is replacing its legacy reminders system with Google Tasks. This is now beginning to roll out.
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Google has patched ‘Pixnapping’ attack in Android, further fix with December security update
Google is aware of a vulnerability that’s able to steal data from apps that are generally considered secure like Authenticator or Signal, using a new technique called “Pixnapping.” The vulnerability has been effective on several Google Pixel device models, as well as Samsung Galaxy devices.
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Gmail and Google Calendar add Gemini-powered ‘Help me schedule’
Following Add to Calendar earlier this year, the latest Gemini capability coming to Gmail is “Help me schedule” with Google Calendar.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Buds 2 Pro or Pixel Buds 2a: Which is the right pair for you? [Video]
Google has dropped a new pair of earbuds that do all the good things an A-series product always does, but should you skip the Pixel Buds 2a and go straight to the Pixel Buds 2 Pro? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseNew appearance option in Google Meet adds convincing makeup filters
As filters in video call platforms go, Google Meet is taking a more subtle and convenient approach with AI-powered makeup options.
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Deals: Lenovo dual-screen OLED Yoga Book $300 off, 2025 Razr+ flip phone $380+ off, Pixel 9 Pro XL, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is starting off with a series of big-time deals on Lenovo tablet PCs like this 2025 futuristic dual-screen Yoga Book 9i 2-in-1 OLED laptop at $300 off, as well as this Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC with 3K OLED touchscreen. Those offers also join a deal on ASUS’ Chromebook Plus ExpertBook CX54, a solid $300 price drop on Motorola’s 2025 Razr+ flip phone, and hundreds in clearance savings on unlocked Pixel 9 devices. Scope it all out below.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos improves its collage creator with easier photo selection, sharing options
Google Photos is practically the default gallery app on Android, but that’s underselling just how powerful of a photo editor it is, especially with that new Create tab. With a new update, Photos is getting some big improvements to its collage creator, all intended to give more control to end users.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s Galaxy Z ‘TriFold’ will reportedly launch in more countries, including the US
According to a new report, Samsung has plans to release its Galaxy Z “TriFold” device more broadly than initially thought, with the device set to launch outside of China and South Korea and possibly including regions such as the US.
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GrapheneOS will drop Google Pixel exclusivity with ‘major’ Snapdragon-powered devices coming
GrapheneOS is a security-focused Android experience that, to date, has been available solely on Google Pixel devices. Soon, though, a “major OEM” will be added to GrapheneOS’ support list, with Snapdragon-powered devices coming soon.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Galaxy Watch FE is dead, but the fire sales have now arrived
Launched barely a year ago, the Galaxy Watch FE acted as the affordable entry point to Samsung’s Wear OS-powered smartwatch lineup. Now, it’s seemingly gone forever, and the fire sales have begun.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung halts Android 16 update for Galaxy S22 users after just one week
It was just last week when Samsung started rolling Android 16 out to the Galaxy S22 series, but apparently, it hasn’t all been smooth sailing.
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Strange and sketchy leak suggests Gemini 3.0 could launch on October 22
Google is following up on a successful Nano Banana release with Gemini 3.0, which a reported leak suggests could be in late October.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s wider Wear OS 6 update starts rolling out to Galaxy Watch 7
The Galaxy Watch 7 series is reportedly getting a One UI 8 update based on Wear OS 6 in certain regions, marking the start of a wider rollout to more Galaxy Watch devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV Streamer gets its fourth update with outdated August 2025 patch
Google is rolling out a new software update for the Google TV Streamer, with this latest update delivering a surprisingly outdated August 2025 security patch.
Expand Expanding CloseYes, you can use the Pixel Buds Pro 2 case with the Pixel Buds 2a – and vice versa
One of the weird things about testing devices is learning things that aren’t ever mentioned in a press release or spec sheet. Namely, you can use the Pixel Buds Pro 2 case with the Pixel Buds 2a and also the smaller case with the previous generation.
Expand Expanding CloseAmerican Airlines adding Google Wallet support for boarding passes
American Airlines has just announced that it will support Google Wallet with its boarding passes, an overdue addition for the major airline.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Sideload 008: Closing the book on Pixel 10
Welcome to The Sideload episode 8, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Damien Wilde, 9to5Google‘s resident video producer, to discuss Google’s final lineup of Pixel products for 2025. Alongside some (brief) impressions of the Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a, Will and Damien zoom out to look at the state of Pixel as we head towards its official ten-year anniversary, including the growing frustration around Tensor G5 and the magic of Material 3 Expressive.