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What does a new Nest speaker with Gemini look like in 2025?
Despite the long gap, I don’t think a Gemini speaker that modern Google releases in 2025 is too different from the 2019 Nest Mini (2nd-gen) or 2020 Nest Audio.
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Google is announcing a free version of Gemini Code Assist that lets developers “generate, explain and improve code.” All that’s needed is a personal Gmail account.
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What is the ‘SafetyCore’ app on my Android phone?
Many Android users have noticed recently that a “SafetyCore” app has appeared on their devices. What is it? Google’s immediate explanation doesn’t offer much detail, but there are answers.
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Google Messages RCS read receipts missing for some conversations
In the past week, Google Messages users have noticed that RCS read receipts are not working properly.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle, Qualcomm will support 8 years of Android updates with latest chips
Starting with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, Qualcomm will offer device manufacturers (OEMs) the “ability to provide support for up to eight consecutive years of Android software and security updates.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Store rolling out ‘Collections’ app shortcut [U]
Instead of a homescreen widget, you can now launch Google Play Collections using an app shortcut.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle switches providers for Pixel Preferred Care warranty, brings back 2-year plans
Google is rolling out 2-year extended warranty plans for Pixel phones, where Preferred Care was previously only available on a monthly basis.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus teases Watch 3 spin-offs that are smaller and have LTE, coming ‘this year’
The OnePlus Watch 3 launched last week with tremendous battery life and welcome improvements, but it didn’t address two key requests in size and LTE support. Apparently, though, that’s coming “this year.”
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Lenovo Legion Tab is surprisingly still in stock as demand seemingly stabilizes
Following its launch in January, the 8.8-inch Lenovo Legion Tab has only been in stock for a little under a week, but the small Android tablet seems to finally be available more readily as demand has stabilized.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Crystal Journey, Earthlings Beware!, Water Tracker, more
This afternoon’s roundup of the best Google Play price drops on Android games and apps is now at the ready down below. On your way down be sure to scope out the ongoing Samsung Galaxy S25/Ultra deals – FREE double storage upgrade, up to 84% off Galaxy Buds, up to $900 off with trade, and a score a FREE Galaxy Fit3 wearable. We are also tracking some deep deals on SanDisk’s 1.5TB 150MB/s Ultra microSD as well as a wider Amazon SanDisk storage sale from $15. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Crystal Journey, Earthlings Beware!, Water Tracker: Hydro Coach PRO, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MoreReport: Samsung’s take on a ‘tri-fold’ foldable to have two separate displays, coming alongside Fold 7
Samsung is reportedly planning on debuting its tri-fold Galaxy device alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The company is taking a different approach to the “tri-fold” device than we’ve seen from the like of Huawei, with seemingly twice the number of displays, and Samsung’s might be a better option.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Auto’s reboot issue was seemingly caused by obscure developer settings
If you recently heard about strange reboot issues with Android Auto but didn’t run into those problems yourself, it seems the reason is that these issues were seemingly caused by developer settings.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app for iPhone gets homescreen redesign, auto-opens keyboard
Following Android in January, the Gemini app on iPhone has received a homescreen redesign that will auto-open the keyboard on launch.
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Microsoft Bing tests ‘Copilot Search’ mode ahead of Google Search’s ‘AI Mode’
We’ve reported that Google is working on an “AI Mode” for Search, and it seems Microsoft is going to do the same thing with Bing with a new “Copilot Search” mode.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Store Santa Monica opening March 7
As teased at the end of Made by Google 2024 in August, a Google Store is coming to Santa Monica and will open Friday, March 7.
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Google Drive adding video transcripts with search
After introducing auto-generated captions last year, Google Drive is now adding video transcripts on the web.
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Deals: Galaxy S24 FE $150 off, Galaxy Tab $200 off with S25 purchase, Amazon SanDisk storage sale from $15, more
While there is still time to score some big-time savings on the new Samsung Galaxy S25/Ultra models – FREE double storage upgrade, up to 84% off Galaxy Buds, up to $900 off with trade, and more, we have even more notable Samsung deals to scope out today as well. Firstly, the Galaxy S24 FE is now $150 off with no trade required, much like the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ configs (they are actually $200 off with an S25 purchase. From there we move over to a major Amazon SanDisk storage sale at up to 40% off with deals starting from $15 on microSD cards, portable SSD solutions, and much more. All of that and then some awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing shows off the wild, giant camera bump coming with Phone (3a) Pro [Gallery]
In a new video, Nothing has fully revealed the design of the Phone (3a) “Pro” and its camera bump, just days after a leak showcased the same design.
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Google replacing SMS with QR codes when creating Gmail accounts
SMS or text message-based two factor authentication (2FA) is not considered secure, and Google wants to replace that confirmation step with QR codes when creating a new Gmail account.
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Android 16 Beta 2 improves HDR screenshots
A change in Android 16’s second beta release improves how HDR is handled in screenshots, preserving HDR details in the final image.
Expand Expanding CloseGlobal launch date announced for Xiaomi 15 Ultra, a literal ‘camera phone’
Xiaomi took the term “camera phone” literally when they designed the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The phone looks and is expected to act like one. The company announced the global launch date for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra alongside an official image of the phone.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 7 leaks with thinner 9mm design, bigger screen [Gallery]
After its last foldable generation fell flat, Samsung is finally expected to bring some major changes with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with a new report revealing the updated design and much thinner hardware that measures just 9.5mm when closed.
Expand Expanding CloseThe OnePlus 12R gets a permanent price drop, down to $399
When it was released last year, the OnePlus 12R was highly regarded as one of the best budget Android phones to hit the market, taking after it’s more expensive counterpart — the OnePlus 12. OnePlus has decided that the 12R is going to get a permanent price cut, likely making some room for the newest model.
Expand Expanding CloseNew ‘Hey Gemini’ hotword and ‘Hey Google’ might coexist together on Android
Google might have the existing “Hey Google” hotword co-exist with a new “Hey Gemini” hotword that launches Gemini Live.
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