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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.
Read MoreChromeOS 127 rolling out: More PDF editing, Reading Mode Read aloud
Google is rolling out ChromeOS 127 as a smaller update for Chromebook owners this month. It will be available in the coming weeks.
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Google starts selling magnetic wallets that the Pixel 9 needs a case to use
The Google Store has a bunch of new accessories to go with the Pixel 9 series, including a couple of magnetic wallets that don’t actually work with the new phones unless you also buy a case.
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Realme has decided that phones need to charge to 100% in a matter of mere minutes. The company announced a new 320W charging tech that utilizes a different battery design.
Expand Expanding CloseUnannounced Pixel Watch 3 Performance Loop Band leaks as ‘your new run buddy’
Yesterday, Google just showed new band colors and 45 mm sizes. However, a new Pixel Watch 3 Performance Loop Band is coming and we now know what it looks like.
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The Gemini button in Google Messages has gotten worse
Earlier this week, Google Messages more widely rolled out the ability to hide the Gemini button. That option came just in time as a new design — which may be a bug — for that FAB is a bit much.
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Pixel 9 Pro shipping dates are slipping later into September, Pixel 9 Pro Fold partially out of stock
Arguably the most-anticipated new device in Google’s Pixel 9 series is the smaller Pixel 9 Pro, and it seems initial demand reflects that, with shipping times for the new option already slipping.
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Deals: Pixel 9, Pixel Buds Pro 2, 2024 Motorola Edge, Samsung Smart Monitors, Google Ace, and more
Just after yesterday’s Made by Google event, we are now tracking loads of big-time deals on the latest Pixel 9 handsets and the new Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 alongside $100 in savings on the unlocked 2024 Motorola Edge. From there we move over to one of the first chances to save on the new Fitbit Google Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch and the return of Amazon all-time low pricing on the 2024 Samsung 32-inch M5 (M50D) Series FHD Smart Monitor. All of that and more awaits down below in today’s 9to5toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Meet redesigns personal video calling, adds text chat, screen sharing, and more
Google Meet on Android and iOS is getting a big redesign of the personal video calling UI and experience — formally Duo — that doesn’t involve joining via meeting links.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Circle to Search expanding to Galaxy A devices and Galaxy Tab S9 FE
Google’s Circle to Search is coming to the Galaxy A series and Galaxy Tab S9 FE lineup in a wider rollout from Samsung.
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Honor to roll out AI eye tracking in Android 14 globally
In an effort to improve functionality for all users, Honor plans to roll out a new multimodal eye-tracking feature using AI to more users. The function will allow users to interact with Honor’s devices using only their eyes.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Stand mod enables phones to charge in landscape orientation
The Pixel Stand is far from perfect, it is a bit finicky and only truly works well with your devices in one orientation. However, thanks to a mod, one Pixel Stand owner has made charging in landscape orientation work with just about any phone.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how Google TV’s new Google Home panel works [Gallery]
The Google TV Streamer is also bringing some new additions to Google TV, most notably including the new Google Home panel. While the device, and this new feature, won’t be available for a few more weeks, we’ve had a chance to check it out in action.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 Pro XL survives durability test as unboxing reveals new box design [Video]
JerryRigEverything has an unboxing of the Pixel 9 Pro XL ahead of next week’s launch, with Google’s largest phone surviving the durability test.
Expand Expanding CloseZoom Enhance is now rolling out to the Pixel 8 Pro
After a protracted wait, the long-awaited Zoom Enhance function is supposedly rolling out for the Pixel 8 Pro right now.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 QPR1 Beta for Pixel coming soon
Android 15 Beta 4.2 is the final preview release before a stable launch. Google is now preparing testers for the Android 15 December Quarterly Platform Release (or QPR1).
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 Beta 4.2 fixes Pixel camera issues, more
Almost a month after the “last scheduled update,” Android 15 Beta 4.2 rolled out earlier today with more Pixel fixes.
Expand Expanding CloseUS DOJ might ask for breakup of Google, like spinning off Android and/or Chrome
After Google was found to have a monopoly over online search, the US Justice Department will next offer proposals to a judge on how to remedy the situation. New reports today detail how the DOJ might ask for a breakup of Google, specifically Android and/or Chrome.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 adds a touch of Gemini to the new boot screen [Video]
In another sign that we’re in the Gemini era, Google has added the AI sparkle to the boot screen of the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle offering two years of free data with Pixel Watch 3 LTE
Google’s new Pixel Watch 3 is coming with a nice perk for LTE buyers, with each model getting two years of free LTE data with purchase.
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Dbrand launches Made for Google Pixel 9 series Grip cases
The Grip case has been one of our favorite phone cases over the years. Dbrand just launched a new version for the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle stops selling the original Pixel Fold and Pixel 7, 7 Pro
In an unsurprising move, Google has discontinued the original Pixel Fold following the debut of its sequel, as well as pulling the plug on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle launched a new 45W fast charger for the Pixel 9 series
The Pixel 9 series brings a faster charging speed than any other previous versions, so Google opted to launch a new 45W fast charger that pairs along nicely. However, it is not included with the phones.
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Android game and app price drops: Undead Horde, MONOPOLY, FREE icon packs, more
Happy Pixel day folks! Pre-orders on the new Pixel 9 handsets are now live with big-time bonus Amazon credit and trade-in deals alongside the new Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Google Pixel Watch 3, but let’s take a quick break to check out today’s Google Play app deals. Everything you need to know about the new Google gear that officially debuted today is waiting right here, and all of today’s app deals are waiting down below.
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