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Hands-on: Samsung’s One UI 7 update feels like a big upgrade, but is it enough? [Gallery]
Samsung’s next big Android update has finally launched in beta with a huge list of changes and, despite early impressions, One UI 7 actually seems good.
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As of this week, all the Gemini Extensions that have been previously announced are widely rolling out. Google is now asking Gemini users what other Extensions they want.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung One UI 7 update splits notifications and Quick Settings, but it’s done right [Video]
One of the most polarizing changes in One UI 7 is Samsung’s decision to split the notification tray from the Quick Settings panel. It’s a change that many will hate, but Samsung at least deserves credit for doing it the right way.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home testing ‘Help me create’ for custom automations
Following AI Camera Search, the Google Home app is testing another Gemini-powered feature with “Help me create” in the Android app to generate “custom automations to help you connect and control your smart home more conveniently.”
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Samsung adds ‘Secured by Knox’ watermark to app drawer in One UI 7, can’t be turned off
Good news. The app drawer in Samsung’s One UI 7 update scrolls vertically now. Bad news. The app drawer also has a new watermark for Samsung Knox which cannot be turned off.
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Android app price drops and freebies: Dark Rage, Tokaido, Titan Quest Ultimate, more
Your Thursday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go courtesy of Google Play. Just be sure to also scope out this rare deal on Nanoleaf’s unique Matter Over Thread portable CONO Smart Lamp as well as Motorola’s latest curved Edge smartphone at a new Amazon low and this deal on Samsung’s fastest 128GB 200MB/s PRO Ultimate microSD. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Dark Rage, Tokaido, Titan Quest: Ultimate, ISOLAND4, Purrfect Apawcalypse 3, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseOura Ring 3 and 4 will now be able to detect when you’re getting sick
Initially introduced as a test feature, Oura is beginning to fully roll out Symptom Radar for its rings, which will be able to detect when the user is beginning to get sick.
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The first big update to Android 15 is rolling out today with QPR1 and it contains a number of fixes for the Pixel 9 series and older supported Google phones.
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Waymo is expanding robotaxi services to Miami, beginning operations in early 2025
As promised, robotaxi developer Waymo is expanding its Waymo One service to new US cities. The latest on its service map is Miami, which will see a start of robotaxi testing operations next year before Waymo opens up public rides to all customers. ¡Hasta pronto, Miami!
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 6, 7, and Fold will officially get two more years of Android OS updates
Google has updated its policy around Android OS updates on its first two generations of Tensor-powered Pixel devices, bringing two more years of updates to Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, and Pixel Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Watch 3 surfaces again, has a much bigger battery in a thinner design
A regulatory listing seems to reveal more details around the OnePlus Watch 3, with the updated smartwatch being a little bit thinner, but roughly the same overall size despite having a much bigger battery.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Wallet adds support for sixth state ID on Android
Following the last addition in August, Google Wallet for Android is now rolling out support for New Mexico state IDs.
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Google announces PaliGemma 2 vision-language model
After announcing Gemma 2 at I/O 2024 in May, Google today is introducing PaliGemma 2 as its latest open vision-language model (VLM).
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Deals: Bose QuietComfort Ultra $130 off, 2024 Motorola Edge $250 off, Samsung microSD cards, and more
While we are still tracking a new all-time low on the flagship Nothing Ear transparent wireless earbuds alongside some massive price drops on the Samsung Cyber Monday sale, a fresh batch of deals has arrived today as well. Firstly, we are once again tracking Black Friday all-time lows on the wonderful Bose Diamond 60th anniversary QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones at $130 off to join its holiday speaker sale. Next is a new Amazon all-time low on the the latest unlocked Motorola Edge a $250 off, a sweet discount on Samsung’s fastest 128GB 200MB/s PRO Ultimate microSD card and a rare price drop on Nanoleaf’s unique Matter Over Thread portable CONO Smart Lamp. Everything else awaits down below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Live Captions can now use AI [gasp] to make ‘Expressive Captions’
Google’s Live captions are becoming richer with new AI-driven “Expressive Captions” that convey more than basic language, including sounds and actions. Google is also bringing Gemini 1.5 to Image Q&A in the Lookout app.
Expand Expanding CloseQuick Share gets QR codes for quicker sharing, Drive improves document scans
Google is rolling out an update to Quick Share which aims to streamline the sharing experience by adding QR codes, while Google Drive is improving document scans.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch Feature Drop: Live View and Cardio + Target Load expansions
The three generations of Pixel Watch are not getting an OTA update this month, but December 2024 Feature Drop does bring a handful of additions.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 QPR1 rolling out with December security update
With the December 2024 security patch, Google is rolling out the stable Android 15 QPR1 update and a Pixel (Feature) Drop for the 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Screenshots getting a smart Gboard integration, auto-filters, and more
As part of the December 2024 (Feature) Drop, Pixel Screenshots is getting a big upgrade that adds major integrations with other Google apps, including Gboard and Circle to Search.
Expand Expanding CloseDecember Pixel Feature Drop: Gemini Call Screen replies, Simple View, Identity Check, more
Google is rolling out the December 2024 Pixel Feature Drop alongside Android 15 QPR1 today, and it’s a rather sizable update.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini rolling out Spotify Extension on Android, adds ‘Chess champ’ Gem
Following Utilities, Messages, Phone, and WhatsApp, the Spotify Gemini Extension is rolling out today, while a Chess Gem is now available for Advanced users.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Contacts redesigns Favorite widget on Android
After updating the Individual variant with message and call notifications, as well as shared location, earlier this year, Google Contacts has rolled out a redesign of the Favorite contacts widget.
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Nate Bargatze can now make jokes while you drive using Waze
A new update to Google’s Waze app sees Nate Bargatze join as a celebrity voice, ready to crack jokes along your daily commute.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 7 brings enhanced security features through Knox, adds passkeys to Samsung account
One UI 7 beta has officially arrived after a long and arduous wait. With that, Samsung is releasing details on how Knox has been improved to handle bigger security threats and take on more for users.
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