Google Maps redesign back in testing with more changes on Android [Gallery]
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Meta’s $349 dual-camera smartwatch leaks after getting canceled
For the past two years, Meta’s Reality Labs hardware division has been working on a smartwatch that was just canceled this week, though not before extensive details fully leaked out.
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No, Android Auto isn’t going away
You might have read recently that Google is turning Assistant Driving Mode into its primary driving experience on smartphones, with a version of Android Auto going by the wayside. Let’s take a minute to clear things up – Android Auto is not going away.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 Beta 3: Pixel Battery widget can now get much smaller
The Pixel’s Battery widget became easier to find with Android 12 QPR3, and Android 13 will allow the homescreen object to take up less space.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 Beta 3 hands-on: top new features and functions [Video]
The latest Android 13 public preview has arrived with a number of new tweaks, a little tuning, and some extras thrown in. To better work out just what top features you need to know, we’ve gone hands-on with Android 13 Beta 3.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 Beta 3: Pixel Launcher gains 6×5 app grid in prep for Pixel tablet
As of the latest Beta release of Android 13, the Pixel Launcher has picked up an even larger grid size and a few other tweaks ahead of next year’s Pixel tablet launch.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps for Android and iOS now lets you see air quality (AQI)
Like on Nest Hubs and soon the Pixel’s At a Glance widget, Google Maps now surfaces air quality index (AQI) data on Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 Beta 3: In-display fingerprint setup gets updated enrollment UI
Likely to help improve the process of registering your fingerprint on devices with in-display readers, Android 13 Beta 3 has gained a new enrolment UI.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases Android 13 Beta 3 for Pixel phones with Platform Stability [U: Live]
Following the most recent release at I/O 2022, Google is rolling out Android 13 Beta 3 to Pixel phones today. The Platform Stability milestone for application developers brings finalized system behaviors and APIs.
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Deals: Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen hits $60, latest Moto G 2022 smartphones from $200, more
All of today’s best deals are now up for the taking with the lowest price in months on Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen at $60. That’s alongside the latest Moto G 2022 smartphone lineup from $200 and OnePlus Buds Pro at $120. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Samsung’s skin for Android 13, One UI 5.0, reportedly brings better animations
While Android 13 just now hit platform stability, a few months out from its formal launch, Samsung is working on its own take on the update behind the scenes. One UI 5.0 will be Samsung’s take on Android 13 and, according to a new report, it will bring improvement to animations, among other changes.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 Beta 3: Gesture navigation bar now subtly bolder and more akin to iOS
If you are using the gesture navigation method in Android 13 Beta 3, the navbar has been updated to be slightly bolder and resembles the familiar iOS gesture bar.
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You can now use Google Play Points to pay for Apps – here’s how
Rewards programs can vary in usefulness, and some aren’t worth using at all. Google Play Points has some hidden usefulness that can fly under the radar – unless you’re looking for it. This guide will take you through how to use Google Play Points to redeem and pay for things like apps and perks.
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Android app deals of the day: Swim Out, Everybody’s RPG, Survive Lost Lands, more
The Wednesday afternoon edition of the best Android app deals is now live and waiting for you below. Just be sure to check out our coverage of the new next-generation Razer Android Kishi V2 mobile controller as well as this new all-time low on Motorola’s latest Moto G 2022 smartphones and the Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen. Our app collection includes deals on Swim Out, Everybody’s RPG, freebie icon packs, Survive: The Lost Lands, and much more. Head below for a closer look at all of today’s best Android app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 13 Beta 3 [Gallery]
The latest Android 13 preview is now available and we’re diving into today’s Beta 3 release to find what new features have been added.
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Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro appear to get promised DAC fixes with June Feature Drop
Since the release of the Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, users have complained about one major issue with their devices – DACs did not work with the brand new Pixel 6. Though that has been a big issue, it seems that the June Pixel update has finally fixed this long-running issue.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Clock 7.2 brings tablet redesign with new navigation rail [U]
The latest first-party app to get an Android tablet-optimized redesign is Google Clock with version 7.2 today. This follows Google Lens and Calculator, which widely rolled out earlier this week.
Expand Expanding CloseRumor: Roku could be bought out by Netflix, and that could be great for Google TV
According to a new report from Business Insider, Roku and Netflix may be in talks to see the streaming giant acquire Roku’s business.
Expand Expanding CloseRazer Kishi V2 launches with ‘Nexus’ app, revamped clicky buttons, $99 price
A good controller can really upgrade the gaming experience on Android, especially with the help of cloud gaming services such as Stadia and Xbox Game Pass. Now, one of the best controllers is getting an upgrade, as the Razer Kishi V2 is available today for $99.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 may double storage offerings up to 1TB
Samsung’s foldable smartphones are premium devices, and it seems the next generation will be doubling down on that with more storage. According to a new report, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 will double their storage offerings.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing phone (1) set to launch on July 12 in live-streamed keynote
After a year of hints, teasers, and the odd leak, the Nothing phone (1) is officially set to launch on July 12 in a live-streamed keynote.
Expand Expanding CloseLineageOS 19 builds arrive for OnePlus 9/9 Pro, Poco X3 Pro, more
Device support for LineageOS 19 is expanding with the addition of the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro, and Mi A1.
Expand Expanding CloseParanoid Android Sapphire support could soon arrive for Pixel 6 Pro
It seems that the popular Paranoid Android could soon be made available for Pixel 6 Pro after being officially teased by the development team behind the ROM project.
Expand Expanding Close‘Google Pixel Watch app’ coming soon alongside Wear OS ‘Smart Unlock’ for Android
It seems this fall’s Google Pixel Watch will get a dedicated app, as teased by a new settings page for “Smart Unlock.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releasing one last Pixel 3a and 3a XL update, arriving ‘by July’ [U]
Today marks the last guaranteed update for Google’s midrange phones from 2019 following its launch three years ago at I/O. However, similar to past generations, Google will be releasing one last update for the Pixel 3a and 3a XL.
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