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Google TV starts rolling out Gemini-powered ‘News Briefs,’ but only to some users
First unveiled at CES earlier this month, Google TV has announced that it will begin rolling out an experimental feature, “News Briefs,” which is powered by Gemini.
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There was a big Google presence at the Galaxy S25 launch event this morning. Google is now specifically telling Pixel 9 owners (and prospective buyers) about what new Gemini AI features they are set to get.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s the Galaxy S25 Edge – two cameras, launching ‘around’ April [Gallery]
Samsung capped its Unpacked event today with a teaser for its upcoming thin smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge. At the San Jose event, we were able to get a quick look at the Galaxy S25 Edge, including a few details about the device.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Clue, Beastie Bay DX, Oh!Edo Towns, ARIDA, more
The new Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra preorders are now live and we have some huge discounts to take advantage of alongside an exclusive $50 credit bonus, but for now let’s take a look at some Android apps you’ll be able to enjoy on them at a discount. Today has also ushered in a massive $400 price drop on Google’s Obsidian black Pixel 8 Pro as well as deals on Samsung’s Galaxy Watch FE, Google’s OG Pixel Watch, and Samsung’s latest 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 240Hz curved gaming monitor at $550 off, but for now it’s on to the apps. Highlights include Clue (2024), Heroes of Flatlandia, Beastie Bay DX, Oh!Edo Towns, ARIDA: Backland’s Awakening, and more. Scope them all out down below.
Read More[Fixed] Google TV missing the ability to buy some movies
Last year, Google TV lost the ability to purchase all television shows. In recent weeks, we’ve noticed that Google TV is no longer letting you buy certain movies.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 users get 6 months of Gemini Advanced for free
When users buy any of the Galaxy S25 phones announced at Samsung’s Unpacked event, Google’s paid Gemini Advanced model will be available for free for six months.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases upcoming Android XR headset and glasses [Gallery]
After Google teased work on an Android XR headset at the end of last year, we’re finally getting a little closer as Samsung took the time at Galaxy Unpacked to tease a possibly upcoming AI headset alongside the Galaxy S25 series.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy S25 series falls behind Pixel with 12GB of RAM on all models
Users generally don’t feel spoiled for choice when it comes to smartphone variants, and that’s even more the case with the Galaxy S25 series. The Galaxy S25 series only comes in one RAM option — 12GB.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s ‘Galaxy Log’ on Galaxy S25 improves video editing, HDR is now on by default
Samsung has been doing a lot of fine-tuning with photos and videos on the Galaxy S lineup. With the Galaxy S25, Samsung is introducing Galaxy Log, which makes use of a tried and true format for recording video.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung officially teases Galaxy S25 Edge [Video]
Samsung has just officially teased its upcoming “Galaxy S25 Edge,” with the thinner smartphone coming later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s copy of iPhone Live Activities will support Google Maps and more [Gallery]
With its One UI 7 update, Samsung is adding support for “Live Notifications” and the “Now Bar,” the company’s take on the “Live Activities” functionality Apple has been building out on iPhone for a while. With the Galaxy S25 now official, Samsung is confirming additional support for apps including Google Maps.
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Galaxy S25 series once again supports 7 years of Android OS and security updates
The Galaxy S25 has officially been announced to the public, and with it comes a promise that the phone will get at least seven years of updates and support. Samsung has not increased the amount of supported time for its newest phone, a departure from a recent trend of upping update promises.
Expand Expanding CloseGorilla Armor 2 debuts on Galaxy S25 Ultra after everyone else ignored the first generation
One of the coolest parts of the Galaxy S25 Ultra was the anti-reflective front display, thanks to Gorilla Armor. Now, Gorilla Armor 2 makes its debut on the next-generation Galaxy S25 Ultra a mere year after the first version was announced.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 is ready for Qi2, but there’s a problem with MagSafe accessories
Qi2 is finally happening. Two years after it was announced, Samsung is adopting the latest Qi2 standard in the Galaxy S25 series, but it’s not in the way you probably hoped, and you’re going to run into an immediate problem with existing accessories.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 Ultra vs. Pixel 9 Pro XL: The best of Android? [Video]
2025’s biggest Android phone launch is undoubtedly the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but how does it compare to Google’s current top-tier Pixel 9 Pro XL? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Everything that’s actually new on the Galaxy S25 series [Gallery]
Samsung just announced the Galaxy S25 series and, ahead of that, we’ve had a chance to try out the new devices. At a glance, they look pretty familiar but, on closer inspection… they still look pretty familiar. Here’s everything we found new with the hardware.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app gets multi-Extension prompts, Project Astra coming to Pixel and S25
As part of Samsung’s Galaxy S25 launch, Google announced the latest Android, Circle to Search, and Gemini app features.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy S25 series is quite literally all about AI, starts at $799, Ultra from $1,299
Samsung is launching its new Galaxy S25 series this week, with the trio of new devices not bringing all that many hardware upgrades, but leaning even heavier into AI features, all with the same pricing.
Expand Expanding CloseGboard now rolling out redesigned hand emoji
As the go-to digital keyboard for Android, Gboard often sees a big change. The latest such update is more expressive hand gesture emoji on Gboard.
Expand Expanding CloseChromeOS 132 rounds all window corners on Chromebook Plus
ChromeOS 132 started rolling out last week, and Google has just now posted the changelog.
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Deals: Obsidian Pixel 8 Pro $400 off, Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 monitor $550 off, Galaxy Watch FE, more
It won’t be long before Samsung takes the stage to reveal its new Galaxy S25 flagships, but we have some deals you’ll want to scope out beforehand. First up, those side-stepping the new S25 and even Google’s latest models will find a massive $400 price drop now live on its Obsidian black Pixel 8 Pro joined by a clearance price on the OG Pixel Watch. Next up, we have some Samsung offers including latest 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 240Hz curved gaming monitor at $550 off as well as Galaxy Watch FE LTE down at one of its best prices to date. All of that and more awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Premium discount coming to Google One, testing 4x playback speed
It’s not the dream of a full bundle, but some Google One subscribers will soon get a discount on YouTube Premium in the US. Meanwhile, YouTube is starting to test a handful of new features that subscribers can opt-in to.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung announces Galaxy Watch for Kids with Google Family Link
Google has partnered with Samsung on a “Galaxy Watch for Kids” experience that is rolling out starting today and will be available in the “coming weeks.”
Expand Expanding CloseHow to watch the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked S25 series launch event
Right on schedule, Samsung is ready to gear up and launch its new products, including the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. This quick guide will explain where to watch Samsung’s Galaxy S25 launch event and when.
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