Google Pixel at 10: Successes, failures, and fun along the way [Video]
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YouTube 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.”
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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.
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.
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