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Matter 1.4 update extends device support, could improve Nest Thermostat outside of Google Home
A new update to the Matter standard, version 1.4, brings support for even more new device types, as well as expanding support for thermostats in a way that would benefit the Nest Thermostat.
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GeForce Now is upgrading its mid-tier subscription and re-naming it “Performance,” unlocking 1440p and ultrawide capability for more membership plans than just Ultimate. The most expensive plan is also getting a very useful upgrade.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle is lowering the RAM requirement for Android TV, which seems like a bad idea
Google has revealed that the memory requirements for Android TV are going down, with new devices needing just 1GB of RAM to run the platform.
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Google Messages moves Magic Compose button out of text field row
After adding Magic Rewrite to the grid of shortcuts, Google Messages is testing giving Magic Compose a more prominent position and button that is always visible.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV’s latest ad is a reminder of why it should only promote movies and shows
Google TV ads have been opening up to new content and product types, but a new “Dragon Age” ad is a great example of why the platform probably just should have stuck with content.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Phone app working on contextual ‘AI Replies’ in Call Screen
Google updated Call Screen with contextual replies last December, and the Pixel Phone app is now readying “AI Replies” powered by large language models.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 November update fixes Bluetooth, display issues
With the Android 15 November security patch, the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold are getting their next update with several fixes.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 12 gets stable Android 15 update, rolling out now without AI features
Not long after its official announcement last month, OnePlus has just started rolling out the official, stable Android 15 for the OnePlus 12 in regions across the globe.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 November security patch rolling out: What’s fixed for Pixel
Following the stable release last month, the first update to Android 15 is rolling out with the November security patch for the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle reportedly releasing big Android TV updates every two years now
Compared to phones and even wearables, it’s less important what version of Android your smart TV is running (as long as it receives regular security patches). For its part, Google is reportedly switching to a biannual release cycle for Android TV big updates.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Residual, Gunslugs, Space Grunts 2, and more
This afternoon’s roundup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready and waiting down below. Alongside today’s price drops and freebies courtesy of the Google Play store, we are also tracking notable deals on Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra as well as the brand’s 32-inch 4K 240Hz Odyssey OLED G8 monitor with a FREE Odyssey G3 thrown in and this $165 price drop on Samsung’s latest Galaxy Tab S9 FE. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Residual, Gunslugs 1 – 3, Neoteria, Space Grunts 2, and much more. Head below for a closer look.
Read MoreGoogle TV now requires 2GB of RAM, higher than Chromecast with Google TV (HD)
Google is setting new requirements for Google TV devices to have at least 2GB of RAM, a move that might prevent some of the lackluster experiences we’ve seen in the past.
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Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may arrive early with these improvements
According to a report, Samsung may have plans to accelerate the launch of a “Galaxy Ring 2” which would deliver a few key improvements.
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Deals: LG 2024 120Hz C4 OLED smart TV $1,300 off, Galaxy Watch 7 $213, FREE gaming monitor promo, more
Today’s best deals are starting with a couple new all-time lows on the latest Samsung Galaxy watches – both the Galaxy Watch 7 40mm and the Galaxy Watch Ultra have now dropped even lower with prices from $213. We then move over to a $165 price drop on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE before focusing on the originally $2,700 LG 2024 120Hz C4 OLED smart TV down at the $1,394 Amazon low, this early Black Friday offer that can net you a FREE Odyssey G3 monitor with the purchase of the 32-inch 4K 240Hz Odyssey OLED G8 monitor at $300 off, and even more. Everything awaits down below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung debuts AI-powered ‘Next-generation Bixby,’ but you can’t use it yet [Gallery]
After teasing its arrival earlier this year, Samsung has just launched “Next-generation Bixby” for Galaxy devices, but it’s not available to all users just yet.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung hasn’t updated any of its Wear OS-powered Galaxy Watch models in months
Samsung has been working on its next major Wear OS update for quite some time now, but has left nearly all of its Wear OS-powered Galaxy Watch releases in limbo, with no updates being released in several months now.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV app now lets you share movies and shows with a link
The Google TV app is picking up a useful new ability to share movies and TV shows with friends, family, or anyone else by sending a link.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung barely beats Apple in Q3 2024 shipments, total sales down
Even through a self-proclaimed tough year, Samsung has managed to beat Apple in Q3 2024, yet again, in shipments made through a single quarter.
Expand Expanding CloseOxygenOS 15 Open Beta now available for OnePlus 12 in Europe and global regions
After launching in India, the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 Open Beta is now available in Europe and global regions.
Expand Expanding CloseNovember 2024 Pixel update revealed by Verizon with several Pixel 9 fixes
Google has yet to roll out the November 2024 update for Pixel devices, but Verizon this evening has detailed what’s coming and it’s a more sizable release for the Pixel 9 series.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Google TV Streamer remote is back in stock for $19.99, in both colors [U]
After dropping from availability, the Google TV Streamer remote is finally back in stock.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (2) gets Android 15 in Open Beta this week – here’s the rest of the schedule
Nothing has been announced that the latest version of its own OS – Nothing OS 3.0 – will launch tomorrow in an open beta phase for the Phone (2). The beta brings a slew of major improvements from Android 15.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Human Fall Flat, more
This afternoon’s roundup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go for you down below. Alongside the Google Play offers we are also tracking a $150 price drop on the latest Bose QuietComfort Headphones at $199 alongside a $150 price drop on the OnePlus 12 with a FREE set of $180 OnePlus Buds Pro 3 thrown in, a new Amazon low on Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 7 with LTE, and the Samsung 14-inch Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra at $850. As for the apps, highlights include Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Convenience Stories, Hot Springs Story 2, and Human Fall Flat, among others. Head for a complete look at all of today’s Android game and app deals.
Read MoreStardew Valley now has multiplayer on Android and iOS – how to access the hidden mode
After a few months waiting, Stardew Valley’s latest major update has debuted on Android and iOS with a ton of new additions, and now it turns out that it also has a hidden multiplayer mode.
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