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Google Play brings Search tab to tablets, wastes screen real estate
Following phones in August, Google is adding a Search tab to the Play Store on Android tablets and foldables in a design that completely misses the point of large-screen UIs.
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OnePlus has been forced to stop selling phones in Germany… again
After a patent dispute between Oppo and Nokia (affecting OnePlus) was resolved earlier this year, OnePlus will be forced to stop selling smartphones in Germany yet again following a second patent dispute.
Expand Expanding ClosePebblebee ‘Universal’ trackers work with both Android and Apple’s finder networks
Most trackers for the Android Find My Device network and the Apple Find My network are locked in to a single network, but Pebblebee wants to solve that with new “Universal” trackers that work with both.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV starts slowly rolling out background play on Android and iOS
YouTube TV is finally rolling out a feature that has been available in YouTube as a Premium-only feature – background play. It seems that the ability to listen in the background is being added to both Android and iOS YouTube TV apps.
Expand Expanding CloseAAWireless ‘TWO’ adapter for wireless Android Auto launches October 20 for $65
One of the best, if not the best adapter for wireless Android Auto has been the original, AAWireless. Now, it’s getting a sequel in AAWireless “TWO,” which launches on October 20.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle goes big with Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus and small with Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11”
Along with the latest ChromeOS features, Google today announced two new devices that span the full size spectrum: Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11” and Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus.
Expand Expanding CloseChromebook Plus getting Recorder app, Help me read, and more
In addition to the Quick Insert menu, the latest set of Chromebook Plus features, including a new Recorder app, are rolling out over the coming weeks.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle adding ‘Quick Insert’ and ‘G’ keys to Chromebooks
Google today is announcing the latest ChromeOS devices and Chromebook Plus features. This includes a new physical Quick Insert key that changes the Chromebook keyboard.
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PSA: BBC iPlayer is not yet available on Google TV Streamer
Despite the global launch just a few days ago, the immensely popular BBC iPlayer is not yet available to download on the Google TV Streamer.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 described as ‘25Q2’ release, impact on Pixel update not known
The Developer Preview for the next version of Android usually gets underway in February and progresses to a Beta in April with the public release set for Q3. Work on Android 16 is fully underway and points to an earlier than usual “25Q2” release.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s new in the September 2024 Google System Updates [U: 9/30]
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to block faces from appearing in Google Photos Memories
Google Photos will always try to bring old photos up to the surface in the form of “Memories,” but sometimes, certain faces will creep up that you’d rather not see. Google Photos allows you to block recognized faces from the Memories feature; here’s how.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Live & new voices now available for all free users on Android
Earlier this month, Gemini Live started rolling out to free users on Android and it’s now, including the 10 voices, fully available in English. This follows the initial launch for Gemini Advanced subscribers in August.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Caves of Lore, Backflip Madness, Muse Dash, more
Monday afternoon’s roundup of the day’s best Android game and app deals is now ready to go down below. Just be sure to also stop by some of the hardware offers we spotted today headlined by the return Amazon low on Samsung’s silver and white titanium Galaxy Watch Ultra as well as this morning’s price drops on Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 7. We also have a notable deal on its fastest 128GB 200MB/s Ultimate microSD card and a solid promotional offer on OnePlus Pad 2, but for now we are focused on the apps. Highlights include titles like Caves of Lore, Backflip Madness, Muse Dash, Zenge, and a series of freebies. Head below for a closer look.
Read MoreRemoved songs coming back to YouTube and YouTube Music after SESAC deal
On Saturday, YouTube and YouTube Music lost a ton of songs, but a deal with SESAC has now been reached and removed content is soon returning.
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Handy Android Auto trick lets you easily look ahead on your Google Maps route
Google Maps makes navigating to your destination easy, and Android Auto makes that even easier while you’re behind the wheel. But if you’re trying to look ahead, there’s a handy little trick that lets you see upcoming directions while en route.
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Google Flights now uses Amtrak data to show ‘trains to consider’ alongside flights
Google Flights has started showing “trains to consider” alongside flights in a new partnership with Amtrak.
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Android 16 is codenamed ‘baklava’ in early alphabet reset
While we wait for the public launch of Android 15, Google’s work on the next version continues. Android 16 looks to be codenamed “Baklava.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV Streamer setup might pair to a random remote – how to fix it
If you’ve just picked up a Google TV Streamer and found that the remote is not pairing correctly, it’s because the set-top box might have instead taken over another random remote in your house. Here’s how to fix it.
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Deals: Galaxy Watch 7, OnePlus Pad 2 $80 off + FREE buds, Google Smart TV $1,000 off, and more
Monday’s best deals, joining pre-order offers on Galaxy Tab S10+/Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, are headlined by the return of Amazon all-time low pricing on various Galaxy Watch 7 configurations starting from $270. And then it’s over to another notable OnePlus promotion that can net you the new OnePlus Pad 2 tablet at $80 off with a FREE set of OnePlus Buds 3 alongside Hisense’s latest 144Hz 85-inch U8 mini-LED Google Smart TV at $1,000 off the going rate. All of that joins a host of early Prime Big Deal Days offers and more. Everything awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseNew Google Calendar illustrations roll out, dark themes included
As announced on Friday, Google Calendar for Android and iOS now have “refreshed illustrations.”
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9a design leaks with flat cameras that ditch Google’s most recognizable design [Gallery]
Google’s Pixel 9a is changing things up in the design department, as new renders have just leaked with a flat camera module that ditches a now-iconic part of Google’s smartphone designs.
Expand Expanding CloseEpic Games is suing Samsung (and Google) for making it harder to sideload Android apps
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Epic Games has opened a lawsuit over the difficulty of sideloading apps on Android, this time against both Samsung and Google over a new feature in One UI that adds another layer to blocking sideloading.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Phone appears to be testing a new incoming call UI
The Google Phone app doesn’t often receive huge updates, but a new change to the incoming call UI appears to be in the works.
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