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Google Bard drops waitlist in 180 countries, adds dark theme, Gmail and Docs export
After adding code generation last month, Google is updating Bard with a handful of new capabilities while also previewing several other upcoming features, like Gmail export.
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Immersive View is a feature that allows Google Maps to give you an in-depth preview of a location you may be visiting, and now, Google is bringing Immersive View to your navigation routes.
Expand Expanding ClosePaLM 2 is faster, reasons better, and powers 25 Google products
Google today announced PaLM 2, with improved multilingual, reasoning, and coding capabilities. This “next generation language model” is faster, more efficient, and powers 25 first-party products and features.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos ‘Magic Editor’ uses AI to make drag-and-drop photoshop
Generative AI is coming to many Google products, and in Photos, it will power a “Magic Editor” that’s coming later this year. Announced by CEO Sundar Pichai to kick off I/O 2023, it’s pretty impressive if the two examples we have are reflective of the final product.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube is testing blocking ad blockers
Ads make huge portions of the internet free to use while still letting creators be supported by those ads. However, there are ad blockers out there, and YouTube is now testing blocking users who have an ad blocker enabled.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle I/O 2023 Keynote Live Blog + News Hub: Android 14, Pixel, and AI
I/O 2023 kicks off today as Google’s biggest event of the year to highlight what’s new for users and developers alike. This edition is especially important given the AI-focused tech landscape. You can also expect Pixel announcements and updates to Android 14.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro land at $198, Govee Assistant smart lights, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro landing at $198. That’s alongside this Assistant-enabled Govee Neon Rope Light kit at $80, as well as Sony’s unique true wireless LinkBuds offer ambient audio passthrough at $138. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseRoku’s new $99 home security system integrates with its TVs, like Nest should have
As Google abandons its in-house security system, more options are hitting the market. Roku today announced its $99 “Home Monitoring SE” product, which is built in collaboration with Wyze.
Expand Expanding CloseLeaked Pixel Tablet promo teases smart home controls and other features [Video]
We’ve known about the Pixel Tablet for almost a year, and today Google is showing off the device in full alongside its new Pixel smartphones. At the last minute, a new leaked Pixel Tablet promo video is showing off some of the features Google has in store.
Expand Expanding CloseMediaTek launches Dimensity 9200+, an even faster version of its flagship chip
MediaTek’s Dimensity series of smartphone chips has delivered on some killer performance over the past few years, and now the company is launching the Dimensity 9200+, a faster version of its flagship chipset.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music tests permanent miniplayer that can’t be swiped away
The miniplayer in YouTube Music for Android and iOS last changed in 2020 with a broader redesign of the Now Playing screen. YouTube Music is now testing rather significant changes to the miniplayer.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel Fold promo teases the ‘thinnest foldable’ and a delayed feature
We’re just a few hours out from the debut of Google’s new Pixel devices during I/O 2023, and in the home stretch we’re getting one more notable Pixel Fold leak with a promo that teases the phone’s hardware, and a delayed feature too.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola’s ‘Razr 40’ foldable leaks with smaller outer display, leather material
Motorola is preparing to launch its new Razr foldable, this time with two options to pick from. This week, the “Razr 40,” the more affordable device, has leaked showing off Motorola’s neat leather design and the smaller outer display.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to watch Google’s 2023 I/O keynote live
It’s that time again when Google announces tons of new updates both in hardware and software. As with last year’s event, Google I/O 2023 will be held live in Mountain View, CA, though you can catch it online from wherever you are. Here’s how.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Fold fully revealed in star-studded Google x NBA ad [Gallery]
Ahead of the announcement at I/O 2023 tomorrow, Google has released an ad that features NBA stars with the Pixel Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s one more Pixel 7a leak before Google I/O [Video]
The Pixel 7a has pretty much leaked to death at this point, and we know everything there is to know about it. Now, less than a day before Google is poised to publicly announce the device, yet another Pixel 7a leak gives us one last unofficial look at the device.
Expand Expanding ClosePlay Google’s I/O FLIP card game showcasing generative AI
After announcing all of its new APIs and tools tomorrow, Google has to convince developers to use its generative offerings and demos, like I/O FLIP, are one way to do that.
Expand Expanding CloseWhatsApp seems to be using the microphone constantly, claimed to be an Android bug
Some WhatsApp users on Android have noticed recently that the microphone seems to be in use more than it’s supposed to be, but WhatsApp claims this is a problem on Google’s end rather than its own.
Expand Expanding CloseToday’s Android game and app deals: Wall of Insanity, Slaughter 2, PDF Tools, and more
Your Tuesday collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go courtesy of Google Play down below. Just make sure you scope out this price drop we are now tracking on Google Pixel Watch that is now at the second-lowest total we have ever tracked at $300 shipped. As for today’s highlight app deals, we have freebie icon packs, Wall of insanity, Slaughter 2: Prison Assault, Graphie – EXIF editor, PDF Tools: Scanner & Editor, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to find your phone number on Android devices
Right after switching carriers or getting a new SIM, whether eSIM or otherwise, you might need a refresher on your brand-new number. This quick guide will go through how you can find your phone number on most Android devices.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google Pixel Watch hits $300, Anker speaker Gold Box from $36, more
All of today’s best deals are now up for grabs, headlined by a chance to save on the Google Pixel Watch for only the third time this year. Landing at $300, the wearable is now joined by an Anker Soundcore speaker Gold Box sale that will be live through the end of the day from $36. Not to mention an equally spring-worthy markdown on GoPro HERO 11 at $399. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseHuawei P60 Pro and Mate X3 foldable are still Google-free, now available in Europe [U]
Huawei has just launched its latest flagship devices, with the Huawei P60 Pro and the foldable Mate X3 are now available in Europe.
Expand Expanding ClosePoco F5 series finally adds wireless charging
The Poco F5 series has been announced, with two phones packing Snapdragon chipsets and speedy charging, all with the promise of Poco’s typical affordable pricing.
Expand Expanding CloseWendy’s will use an AI chatbot based on Google’s models to take your fast food orders
The boost of ChatGPT and other generative AI products has catapulted the technology into places that no one would have expected, and that now includes the Wendy’s drive-through, which is getting an AI makeover with the help of Google.
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