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Google Photos ambient slideshows coming to more smart TVs, photo frames
Google looks to be bringing the Google Photos slideshows on Nest Hub, Chromecast, and Google TV to more “eligible,” third-party devices.
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Following the new website, Google Tasks is now showing what date something was “Completed” in the Android and iOS app.
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Android Auto updates appear to break wireless connection for some drivers
For some drivers, the latest updates to Android Auto have broken support for using a wireless connection, and with no immediate fix.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Sun Origin Apocalypse, Front Armies, Halls of Torment, more
It is now time to gather up the day’s best Android game and app deals courtesy of the Google Play Store. Alongside the price drops and freebies, we are also tracking some big-time discounts on Samsung gear today, including this giant $130 price drop on Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Tab S10+/Ultra units at up to $400 off. Those deals join offers on Nothing’s transparent ANC wireless earbuds as well as Sharge’s new 30W Pouch Mini 10,000mAh power bank and ASUS’ Surface Pro 11 alternative at $300 off, but for now it’s on to the apps. Highlights include titles like The Sun Origin Post Apocalypse, Front Armies, Halls of Torment, and much more. Hit the jump for a closer look.
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Samsung reportedly using ceramic materials for Galaxy S25 Edge
According to a new report, Samsung plans to use some ceramic materials in the Galaxy S25 Edge, though it’s not entirely clear what form that may take.
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In recent weeks, Google Assistant has gained support for setting Amazon Music as the default streaming service on Nest speakers and displays.
Expand Expanding CloseLenovo Legion Tab is back in stock again, shipping mid-March
Following its announcement at CES 2025 earlier this year, the Lenovo Legion Tab has been dropping in and out of availability, but the company has once again opened up orders for the small Android tablet with this latest wave of stock shipping in March.
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Deals: Galaxy Watch 7 $170, Galaxy Tab S10+/Ultra $400 off, Nothing Ear $114, Sharge Pouch Mini power bank, more
Today’s best deals are headlined by a pair of surprisingly notable current-generation Samsung gear offers – the 40mm Galaxy Watch 7 is now seeing one of its best straight up cash deals ever at $130 off while like-new Galaxy Tab S10+/Ultra are now $400 off courtesy of the Samsung 15-day return program. From there we move over to ASUS’ Surface Pro 11 alternative with the OLED touchscreen and Snapdragon X Plus at a new all-time low and $300 in savings joined by notable discounts on OnePlus Watch 3, Sharge’s new 30W Pouch Mini 10,000mAh power bank, and Nothing’s transparent ANC wireless earbuds. All of that and more awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Lens powering new Screen Search in Chrome for iOS
Google is more deeply integrating Lens visual search into Chrome for iOS with a new Screen Search capability that takes after Circle to Search on Android. Meanwhile, Google Lens can now recognize more unique images.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Samsung should be worried… [Video]
The OnePlus 13 was the first “big” Android phone out of the blocks for 2025, but now it has a challenger in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Which is the best of the bunch, though? Here’s what you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive set to gain over a dozen new streaming and gaming apps
One of the biggest complaints leveled at Android Automotive has been a distinct lack of apps for the in-car OS. That is set to change this week as a whole host of new options are set to arrive including games, streaming services, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Wallet is unlocking Digital Key support for Polestar 3, more to come
Samsung Wallet’s Digital Key has been steadily growing, allowing users to access their vehicles without a physical key. Volvo and Polestar are now on Samsung Wallet’s access list, with select models compatible.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 is the latest Android phone with Instagram’s ‘Night Mode’ camera
Through a new update, OnePlus 13 owners can enjoy better low-light photos and videos in the Instagram app with the addition of Night Mode integration.
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One UI 7 version surfaces for upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is reportedly going to bring much-overdue changes. A new leak indicates that Samsung is already working on a version of One UI 7 for it.
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While most users are just waiting for the full version of One UI 7 to be released, Samsung has a couple of things to iron out. The One UI 7 Beta 4 update is now rolling out to Galaxy S24 devices in certain regions. Hopefully, this is the last pre-release version.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app removes old 1.5 Flash and 1.5 Pro models
As previously announced, Google has removed the 1.5 family of models from the Gemini app following the launch of 2.0 Flash.
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Google app on iOS removing Gemini as it pushes users to full app
Google is informing iOS users that it will be removing Gemini support from the main Google app as it pushes users over to the full Gemini app.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle teases what is coming next to Gemini Advanced
In a newsletter (email) to Gemini Advanced subscribers today, Google teased what will be available in the coming months.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Tasks is now its own website
At the end of 2023, Google Calendar gained a fullscreen Tasks interface on the web. That experience is now available as a standalone Google Tasks website.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Meet adding 30-minute history for live captions
Google Meet is updating a trio of existing features today, with a short history now available for live and translated captions.
Expand Expanding CloseHuawei’s record-breaking Mate XT tri-fold is officially available worldwide
The tri-fold market is officially off to a hot start as Huawei has announced the now globally available Mate XT. Huawei is happy to brag about a few broken records, considering the phone is the first tri-fold commercially available.
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YouTube is improving the experience of listening to songs and watching music videos on TVs with Display options, like live lyrics.
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What is this pulsating Google Lens Translate button?
In the second strange component change of the last few days, Google Lens is testing a wild Translate button that is rather different from the company’s existing design language.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Books makes it ‘easier’ to buy ebooks on iOS
Third-party ebook apps on iPhone and iPad have historically not let users make direct purchases. Google Play Books for iOS is now supporting Apple’s “reader” apps exception for providing external links to buy ebooks.
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