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Google’s Satellite SOS is available at launch on Pixel 9 series, how it will work
One of the big new features of the Google Pixel 9 series is Satellite SOS, a feature that will be available at launch, but might not work exactly how you think.
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Made by Google has come and gone and now pre-orders are live for the Pixel 9 series – but which did you go for?
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Automotive adds heads-up distance and estimated arrival times with Google Maps navigation
Android Automotive now has a new heads-up mini pane that indicates how far you have to travel, how long it will take and the estimated arrival time when navigating using Google Maps.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search bar widget redesign adds Dynamic Color, limits customization [U]
Back in 2018, the Google app on Android introduced the ability to customize the Search bar widget, but a redesign takes away most of the options.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Advanced updated with latest 1.5 Pro model for improved reasoning
Last month, Google introduced Gemini 1.5 Flash to the free version of gemini.google.com. Gemini Advanced has now been updated with a “more capable version of Gemini 1.5 Pro.”
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Pixel and Android/Chrome lead Rick Osterloh was interviewed by Ben Thompson after Made by Google 2024 in a wide-ranging and interesting conversation.
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Utilizing the existing connection between Android phones and Windows with the Phone Link app, Microsoft is now baking Nearby Share into PCs, starting with the Preview Channel and making its way to public versions of Windows.
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Android game and app price drops: Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom, Chicken Police, more
This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals are now ready to go courtesy of the Google Play Store. Joining ongoing deals on the new Pixel 9 handsets and the Pixel Buds Pro 2, we also have solid price drops live on Samsung’s flagship AI-equipped Tab S9 Ultra Android tablet and Spigen’s new Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6 cases as well as details on the $100 price drop on Google’s Pixel Watch 2. But for now it’s all about the apps including titles like Chicken Police, Dungeon Tracer, Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom, Methods: Detective Competition, The Wild Case, and more. Head below for a closer look at everything.
Read MoreYouTube for Android testing a blurred bottom bar
Compared to other Google apps, YouTube maintains its own mobile design language. That looks to be continuing, with YouTube testing a blurred bottom bar on Android.
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Verizon is basically giving away Pixel 9 Pro XL for free to some customers
For some Verizon customers, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is available completely for free thanks to an offer.
Expand Expanding CloseCalifornia licenses rolling out to Google Wallet in coming weeks
California today confirmed that residents will be able to add their driver’s license or state ID to Google Wallet (and Apple Wallet) “in the coming weeks.”
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Live & new voices rolling out on Pixel, Samsung
As announced during Made by Google 2024, Gemini Live is rolling out and we’re seeing wider availability on Pixel and other Android phones today.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S9 $150 off, Pixel Watch $100 off, ANC earbuds $30, Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6 cases from $33, more
Today’s deals land alongside ongoing gift card offers and trade-in discounts on the new Pixel 9 handsets and Pixel Buds Pro 2, including $150 off the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, the official price drop on Pixel Watch 2 at $100 off, and more. We also have ANC earbuds starting at just $30 joining Spigen’s new Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6 cases that have dropped even lower with prices starting from $33 alongside a host of charging deals, 1TB flash drives, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle will remove a carrier app from Pixel phones that left a ‘troubling’ security hole
A new report reveals that many Google Pixel phones sold over the past few years have a “Showcase” app installed that leaves open a worrying security hole, but it will be fixed soon.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home app redesigns Nest Thermostat controls, rolling out now [U]
For the new Nest Learning Thermostat, the Google Home app is launching a revamped page to control the temperature and other settings. And, as it turns out, that’s coming to older models as well.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search AI Overviews rolling out to six new countries, adding more prominent links
Following the US launch in May, Google Search AI Overviews are coming to six more countries, while links will appear in a new “right-hand link display.”
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Bellroy’s Pixel 9 cases have awesome colors and support MagSafe accessories
Bellroy is one of the longest-running Made for Google brands, and the company is gearing up for the launch of the Pixel 9 series with a new set of cases that includes a built-in magnet ring.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can get over $1,000 off of Pixel 9 Pro XL with these Samsung and iPhone trades
Pre-orders are open now for Google’s new Pixel phones, and trade-in values are better than ever. If you’re looking to upgrade to Pixel 9 Pro XL, you can possibly get it for free with trade-ins of select Samsung Galaxy and iPhone models at Best Buy.
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Google TV’s free channels will now be called ‘Freeplay’
One of the biggest pushes on Google TV right now is the availability of free channels, and now they’re getting a new name. Google TV “Freeplay.”
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Weather is officially coming to the Pixel Tablet
Pixel Weather is one thing existing users are particularly waiting for. So far, Google has only confirmed that the new weather app is coming to the Pixel Tablet.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini can finally start Google Assistant Routines
In addition to all the developments yesterday, the Gemini mobile app now lets you trigger Google Assistant Routines on Android.
Expand Expanding CloseCertified 3rd-party leather bands are coming with Pixel Watch 3
“Made for Google” is the company’s accessory certification program. Uptick for wearables has been on the slow side, but Bellroy is making a leather Pixel Watch band.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can use the same cases on both Google’s Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro
Google’s new Pixel 9 series has arrived and, with it, an exciting first for the series. Both the base Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 Pro can use the same cases interchangeably.
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Android game and app price drops: High Sea Saga DX, Dream Town Island, and more
Today’s collection of Android game and app deals is at the ready alongside ongoing pre-order deals on Pixel 9 handsets with hundreds in bonus Amazon credit, trade-in discounts, and offers on the new Pixel Buds Pro 2. Be sure to check out the deals we have today on Motorola’s unlocked 2024 Edge, these rare Sonos sound bar offers, an ongoing deal on the Google Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch, and this wildly low price drop on the amazing Sony XM4 ANC Headphones. But for now it’s about the apps, including titles like High Sea Saga DX, Dream Town Island, Tropical Resort Story, and more. Head below for a closer look.
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