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Emoji Kitchen offers an easier way to browse custom emojis; here’s how
Emoji Kitchen has been around for a while, and it somewhat goes unnoticed becuase of its integration into Gboard. As often as cool combinations are presented when you choose the right emojis, there is a way to browse through all available Emoji Kitchen combinations, offering up some of the best picks to send. This quick guide will explain how the feature works.
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Google Clock 7.13 rolls out via the Play Store [U]
Following Calculator 8.7, Google is rolling out an update to Android’s Clock app with version 7.13.
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Pocket Casts can now generate episode transcripts
Pocket Casts has gained the ability to generate episode transcripts if you subscribe to the Android or iOS app.
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Google extends $100 credit with Pixel 9a while retailers offer $100 gift cards
Google is extending its launch offer for the Pixel 9a with a $100 credit included with purchase, but retailers are upping the ante with $100 gift cards instead.
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Google will soon let Family Link-supervised kids under the age of 13 access the Gemini app.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Wallet may let you add a card just by tapping it to your Android phone
Google appears to be working on a new feature that would allow users to add a credit card to Google Wallet simply by tapping the card to their phone.
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Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are $99 as Pixel Buds Pro 2 are over $100 off right now
Ongoing outlet deals at Best Buy are offering refurbished tech at stellar discounts, including Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 for over $100 off, and Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for $150 off.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, Twilight Struggle, more
Today’s lineup of the best games and apps going on sale on the Google Play store are ready and waiting for you below. These deals are hitting on the heels of the now live Google Mother’s Day event with price drops on the entire Google Pixel 9 lineup, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, Pixel Watch 3, and more. Just be sure to scope out the details we highlighted on this even better offer on the 256GB Pixel 9 as well as discounts on Samsung’s regularly up to $330 Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at $200, Samsung’s 40mm Galaxy Watch 7 at up to $90 off, and this Lenovo ThinkPad OLED laptop at 55% off. As for the apps, highlights include Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, Twilight Struggle, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MorePixel Weather starts rolling out pollen tracker in the US
After rolling out to five countries in recent months, Google is bringing the Pixel Weather’s pollen tracker to the US.
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Google’s Android device backups might be able to store your SIM too
New findings suggest that Android devices may soon be able to include your SIM in a device backup, potentially making it that much easier to swap phones.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle hosting ‘Android Show’ with ‘exciting updates’ before I/O 2025
Google announced today that it will be making some Android announcements a week before I/O 2025.
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Deals: Pixel 9 up to $347 off, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Galaxy Watch 7 $90 off, OLED Lenovo ThinkPad 55% off, more
Today’s deals are headlined by the Google Mother’s Day event with price drops across the entire Pixel 9 lineup, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and the Pixel Watch 3, but we also spotted an even better deal elsewhere on the unlocked 256GB Pixel 9 at $649, or $250 off (open-box at $347 off). Next up we are moving over to Samsung – the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite with the included S Pen dropped to $200 today, Samsung’s 40mm Galaxy Watch 7 at up to $90 off, and it is still offering FREE 2x storage upgrades on Galaxy S25/Ultra. Just be sure to also scope out the Lenovo ThinkPad laptop with 64GB RAM and a 120Hz OLED at 55% off. All of that and more awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 8 ‘Classic’ confirmed in listing, hopefully bringing back the rotating bezel
Samsung’s back-and-forth Galaxy Watch release schedule appears to be ready to bring back a Galaxy Watch 8 Classic later this year, a device that will hopefully include the company’s iconic rotating bezel.
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After several teasers have come and gone, Nothing is finally ready to debut the new CMF Phone 2 Pro. This colorful entry marks the company’s second CMF Phone launch, leading to some impressive new improvements.
Expand Expanding CloseFor the first time, Samsung’s One UI 7 rollout is actually ahead of schedule
Samsung’s One UI 7 rollout has been nothing short of a minor disaster, but the company is finally picking up steam and, for the first time, is actually ahead of schedule.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Watch 3 drops to $349 permanently following tariff-induced price hike
After being delayed due to a typo and returning with a massive price hike, the OnePlus Watch 3 has dropped back down to a reasonable price of $349.99.
Expand Expanding CloseHome Panel widely rolling out to Chromecast with Google TV, and more
After being available as part of a Public Preview phase, the quick Home Panel for your connected smart devices is now rolling out for the Chromecast with Google TV and other Google TV sets.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s time for a new Moto 360
Alongside its new Razr devices this week, Motorola also announced a new smartwatch, and it just serves as a reminder that it’s well past time for a new Moto 360.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Store discounts bring Pixel 9 to $599 and Pixel Watch 2 to $149
Ahead of Mother’s Day, the US Google Store is discounting the Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel Watch 3, and Pixel Buds Pro 2, while a $149 Pixel Watch 2 is particularly notable.
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Android Auto’s latest update rolling out as v14.3 launches in beta
Google is in the midst of rolling out its latest Android Auto update to users while the new version 14.3 update has just arrived in beta.
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After testing, Gboard is now widely rolling out an Emoji Kitchen redesign and Browse feature for Pixel devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says Android’s Find My Device network is 4x faster, teases UWB ‘very soon’
Google’s Find My Device network for Android started off slow, to say the least, but has been steadily improving. Now, we’ve finally got some numbers to back up those improvements, as Google has confirmed that the Find My Device network is 4x faster at finding items, and that “more” users have been changing the default privacy settings.
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This new Google TV streaming dongle looks just like a Chromecast [Gallery]
The Chromecast is effectively dead, but a new Google TV streaming stick just happens to look nearly identical to it.
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Samsung leaked Galaxy S25 Edge pricing on its own website
According to Samsung’s own website, the Galaxy S25 Edge will, as expected, fall in between the Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 Ultra in terms of its price point.
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