We all know that raw benchmark scores don't always tell the whole story when it comes to how a phone actually feels in your hand. But when Google announced that flagship Android devices are setting new records for mobile web performance, it obviously caught my attention; especially because the … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android is now officially the fastest mobile platform for web browsing
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Walmart launches two new Onn budget-friendly outdoor cameras for Google Home
Last fall, Google surprised smart home enthusiasts by partnering directly with Walmart to bring affordable, Google Home-compatible security hardware under Walmart's in-house Onn brand. That lineup originally kicked off with a dirt-cheap wired video doorbell and an indoor camera, but Google is … [Read more...] about Walmart launches two new Onn budget-friendly outdoor cameras for Google Home
Getting locked out of your Google Account just got a lot less stressful
Getting locked out of your Google Account is frustrating, especially if you don't have your usual phone or computer nearby to approve a login prompt. To help make account recovery a lot easier, Google just introduced a new backup method: selfie for sign-in. Building on the ongoing rollout of … [Read more...] about Getting locked out of your Google Account just got a lot less stressful
Samsung just revealed two new smart glass styles powered by Gemini
At Galaxy Unpacked in London, Samsung gave us a closer look at their upcoming intelligent eyewear by revealing two new frame styles designed in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Building on the early teasers we saw at Google I/O back in May, these screen-free smart glasses are built … [Read more...] about Samsung just revealed two new smart glass styles powered by Gemini
Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 looks incredible, but there’s a catch
If you’ve ever tried to type out a quick message on the narrow cover screen of a Galaxy Z Fold and ended up with a jumbled mess of typos, you know the struggle of Samsung's traditional foldable design. It has always felt just a bit too cramped for everyday phone tasks. Today, Samsung is finally … [Read more...] about Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 looks incredible, but there’s a catch
Google details 3 massive AI updates at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
Samsung officially kicked off its summer Galaxy Unpacked event in London today, unveiling its latest flagship foldables—the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8—alongside new wearables. While hardware always takes center stage, Google took the opportunity to highlight how deeply integrated Gemini … [Read more...] about Google details 3 massive AI updates at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
Google is taking on Anthropic’s expensive Mythos model with Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber
If you’ve ever spent hours hunting down a single bug or vulnerability in a sprawling codebase, you know how incredibly tedious and frustrating it can be. To help tackle this growing problem, Google just announced Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber. It’s a new, lightweight AI model built specifically to find, … [Read more...] about Google is taking on Anthropic’s expensive Mythos model with Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber
Google quietly rebrands ‘The Keyword’ to the new, generic ‘News from Google’
If you visit blog.google today, you might notice that something feels a bit different. Google has rolled out a subtle redesign to its flagship publication, but the most striking change isn't the visual layout of the homepage; it's the name sitting at the top left corner of the page. Google has … [Read more...] about Google quietly rebrands ‘The Keyword’ to the new, generic ‘News from Google’
Google Docs is getting a big Gemini upgrade with support for 11 new languages
If you’ve been following the continuing integration of Gemini across Google Workspace, you know Google has been steadily transforming Docs from a blank canvas into a much smarter assistant. Today, Google announced a major expansion to Gemini in Google Docs, bringing its AI capabilities to 11 … [Read more...] about Google Docs is getting a big Gemini upgrade with support for 11 new languages
ChromeOS 150 rolls out with Gemini in Class Tools, Local PIN support, and more
ChromeOS 150 is rolling out to most eligible Chromebooks now, and Google has officially published the release notes; and while milestone releases often focus heavily on under-the-hood enterprise maintenance, this version packs some notable productivity and security upgrades for managed environments … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 150 rolls out with Gemini in Class Tools, Local PIN support, and more
You can now edit videos with just prompts and create custom avatars in Google Vids thanks to Gemini Omni
If you've spent any time trying to create professional video content for a business or a marketing campaign, you know how incredibly time-consuming it can be. I can't tell you the number of times I've had a "quick edit" turn into an hour-long project. Well, Google is looking to fix that today by … [Read more...] about You can now edit videos with just prompts and create custom avatars in Google Vids thanks to Gemini Omni
The Google Pixel 11a just leaked, and it’s already shaping up to be a mid-range powerhouse
Even though the Pixel 11 series isn't officially out the door yet, we already have our first big leak for the upcoming Pixel 11a. Thanks to some new information from Mystic Leaks, we have a very clear picture of what Google's next mid-range device is bringing to the table, and it looks like the … [Read more...] about The Google Pixel 11a just leaked, and it’s already shaping up to be a mid-range powerhouse
