Late last year, Google rolled out "profile sharing" in Messages. This well-meaning feature was supposed to make things easier for everyone by automatically using people's Google Account pictures in the app instead of using the contact photo you may have chosen for that contact prior. Instead, for … [Read more...] about Google Messages will now let you override a contact’s photo on your device
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Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced is now landing on Android and iOS
Remember that super-powerful Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced model Google rolled out back in December? Well, it is now on the way to both the Android and iOS, and Gemini Advanced subscribers using the Gemini app on their phones can now tap into the 2.0 Experimental Advanced model right away. So, … [Read more...] about Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced is now landing on Android and iOS
Google Drive gets some great new upgrades, improved sync speeds
Google Drive is getting some pretty significant upgrades, starting with the imminent arrival of differential uploads for Drive for desktop on both Mac and Windows. This means that when you edit a large file, Drive will only upload the changes you've made, rather than the entire file. This should … [Read more...] about Google Drive gets some great new upgrades, improved sync speeds
Dell’s new 32-inch 4K OLED monitor tracks your head to deliver immersive “3D” audio
Dell announced a wild new 32-inch 4K OLED monitor at CES 2025 that has caught my eye. The Dell 32 Plus 4K QD-OLED not only offers stunning visuals but also introduces an innovative, AI-powered audio experience that dynamically adjusts to your movements. That's right, this monitor adjusts the sound … [Read more...] about Dell’s new 32-inch 4K OLED monitor tracks your head to deliver immersive “3D” audio
For some reason, I really want Lenovo’s new, smaller Android tablet, and I’m not alone
One of the new pieces of hardware shown off at CES 2025 was Lenovo's new, higher-end, smaller tablet - the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3. For all those who still hold Google's Nexus 7 tablets as favorites (perhaps nostalgically), this smaller 8.8-inch tablet from Lenovo likely hits a bit … [Read more...] about For some reason, I really want Lenovo’s new, smaller Android tablet, and I’m not alone
Marvel Rivals is arriving on GeForce Now just in time for Season 1
GeForce Now has been on a roll lately, and it's showing no signs of slowing down. Hot on the heels of the exciting news that the service is coming to the Steam Deck with HDR and 4K gameplay, as well as getting an app on the Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro, Nvidia has announced that Marvel Rivals … [Read more...] about Marvel Rivals is arriving on GeForce Now just in time for Season 1
Now the official Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup renders have leaked
Just as I thought we might be close to done with leaks on the Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup, we now have a full set of official renders (via Android Headlines) showcasing the design and colorways of the upcoming flagship phones. While there aren't many surprises, these renders give us a clear, precise … [Read more...] about Now the official Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup renders have leaked
Chromecast with Google TV gets first update of 2025, no Android 14
It seems Google is wasting no time in getting updates out to the Chromecast with Google TV in 2025. A new update has just started rolling out, and while it doesn't bring the much-anticipated Android 14, it does deliver some important security enhancements. Version STTL.241013.003 bumps the … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV gets first update of 2025, no Android 14
Google’s ‘Daily Listen’ merges your Discover feed with NotebookLM’s podcast style
As promised, Google is once again trying out what looks to be a useful and aspirational new feature that heavily utilizes AI. This time around, the new feature is called 'Daily Listen' and it has the potential to be a massively-used feature that I think I could see myself taking advantage of … [Read more...] about Google’s ‘Daily Listen’ merges your Discover feed with NotebookLM’s podcast style
Google CEO Sundar Pichai teases new AI products and features coming soon
2024 was a groundbreaking one for Google in the realm of artificial intelligence, with advancements like Gemini 2.0, NotebookLM, Willow, Veo 2, and various innovative strides across Search, YouTube, Cloud, Android, Pixel, and more. This momentum shows no signs of slowing down, either, as Google CEO … [Read more...] about Google CEO Sundar Pichai teases new AI products and features coming soon
Google and MediaTek team up on new Filogic chipset purpose-built for the smart home
The smart home landscape has always been a bit of a Wild West, with gadgets from different brands often refusing to play nicely together. But the Matter standard is changing all that, promising a future where our smart homes are truly interconnected. Now, Google and MediaTek are throwing their … [Read more...] about Google and MediaTek team up on new Filogic chipset purpose-built for the smart home
Reserve a Galaxy S25, get $50 and be entered to win $5000: no purchase required
As we've seen in the past few years, Samsung is back at it again with pre-reservations for their latest, greatest phones. This time, they're upping the anticipation for their next Galaxy S25 devices with a "Reserve Now" campaign that's loaded with goodies. And the best part? You're not locked into … [Read more...] about Reserve a Galaxy S25, get $50 and be entered to win $5000: no purchase required
