If you bought a Pixel 10 back in October, you probably have a complicated relationship with it. The phone is fantastic—the cameras are unmatched, and the AI features are helpful—but if you try to play a graphics-heavy game, things get weird. Since launch, the Tensor G5 chip has faced criticism … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10 GPU fix we’ve been waiting for is finally coming soon
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Android Desktop just got a casting upgrade, but here is why I don’t think it’s Aluminium OS
Google is continuing its steady march to make Android more capable on big screens. In the latest Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1, spotted by Android Authority, a cool new feature has appeared: the ability to cast content directly from an external display. Previously, if you plugged your Pixel into a … [Read more...] about Android Desktop just got a casting upgrade, but here is why I don’t think it’s Aluminium OS
Why I think Google’s new Disco browser is a glimpse at Aluminium OS
For months, we have been tracking rumors and leaks about a massive platform shift—a move away from the ChromeOS we know today toward a new, Android-based platform codenamed "Aluminium OS." And while Google hasn't officially unveiled all the details about this new operating system, the leaks have … [Read more...] about Why I think Google’s new Disco browser is a glimpse at Aluminium OS
I have the perfect trip to try out the massive, new Google Photos video editing upgrade
We all take tons of videos, but most of them just sit in our cloud storage, unseen and unedited. Why? Because editing video on a phone is generally a tedious, clunky experience. Google Photos is looking to change that with a major update that introduces 5 new video editing tools: templates, a … [Read more...] about I have the perfect trip to try out the massive, new Google Photos video editing upgrade
Android 16 gets a ‘forced’ Dark Mode and 6 other new accessibility features
In celebration of the recent International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Google has announced a suite of seven new accessibility features rolling out to Android. While these tools are designed to help people with disabilities interact with the world, features like a more consistent dark mode and … [Read more...] about Android 16 gets a ‘forced’ Dark Mode and 6 other new accessibility features
Samsung unveils the Galaxy Z TriFold: a 10-inch screen that fits in your pocket
After months of leaks and speculation, Samsung has officially taken the wraps off its most ambitious mobile device yet: the Galaxy Z TriFold. And this isn't just another foldable; it folds three times and effectively puts a 10-inch tablet in your pocket. The star of the show is undoubtedly the … [Read more...] about Samsung unveils the Galaxy Z TriFold: a 10-inch screen that fits in your pocket
Google’s new “Aluminium” project is the Android-based future of ChromeOS, and we have the first details
***UPDATED 1/24/26 to reflect the clarification that "Aluminium" is the project name, not the actual OS name.*** For months, we've known that a massive shift was coming as Google has been somewhat-openly discussing its plans to merge the foundations of ChromeOS and Android to create a unified … [Read more...] about Google’s new “Aluminium” project is the Android-based future of ChromeOS, and we have the first details
You can now Quick Share from Android directly to an iPhone via AirDrop
In a surprise announcement that feels almost too good to be true, Google revealed that it is rolling out an update to Quick Share that makes it compatible with Apple’s AirDrop. This isn't a third-party hack or a clunky workaround app. This is native, system-level compatibility. According to the … [Read more...] about You can now Quick Share from Android directly to an iPhone via AirDrop
Upcoming Android PCs could be powered by the impressive Snapdragon X Elite chip
It's no secret that Google and Qualcomm are actively working on a new generation of Android-powered PCs: a project Qualcomm's CEO has already called "incredible". This new hardware is expected to launch next year as part of the massive Android/ChromeOS merger. Now, thanks to some new findings, it … [Read more...] about Upcoming Android PCs could be powered by the impressive Snapdragon X Elite chip
Google and Epic’s new settlement could change the Play Store globally
Google and Epic Games have filed a proposed settlement in federal court, presenting a unified plan to end their years-long antitrust battle, according to Reuters. The proposal, which must be approved by US District Judge James Donato, would significantly alter the original injunction, expanding its … [Read more...] about Google and Epic’s new settlement could change the Play Store globally
Here are some ways Google is stepping up its fight against sophisticated online scams
The threat of online scams is a constant battle, and as technology evolves, so do the tactics of bad actors. With AI tools like voice cloning and deepfakes making impersonations more convincing than ever, spotting a scam is getting harder. In response, Google is continuously innovating and rolling … [Read more...] about Here are some ways Google is stepping up its fight against sophisticated online scams
Why I think the Android/ChromeOS merger may be the reason the Pixel Tablet 2 never happened
Remember the Pixel Tablet 2? When rumors surfaced late last year that Google had pulled the plug on its second-gen tablet, the unofficial reason cited was concerns about profitability. At the time, it felt like a bit of a letdown and perhaps even a sign that Google was wavering on its tablet … [Read more...] about Why I think the Android/ChromeOS merger may be the reason the Pixel Tablet 2 never happened
