Earlier this year, Google took a significant step by integrating native AI image editing directly into AI Studio. The positive reception to that initial roll-out has paved the way for the next evolution, as these powerful creative tools are now expanding to be included right in the Gemini … [Read more...] about Image editing directly in the Gemini app is beginning to roll out right now
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Pixel Watch 2 for $149? Why this might be the smartwatch deal to beat
For all the Android users out there who've been wanting to get a smartwatch but haven't taken the plunge yet – maybe due to cost or just waiting for the right moment – now looks like a fantastic time. Google's excellent last-gen Pixel Watch 2 is currently seeing a massive discount, dropping to just … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch 2 for $149? Why this might be the smartwatch deal to beat
Snapdragon X Plus will give MediaTek’s Kompanio Ultra some real competition
Last week, we uncovered a new Chromebook development board that houses the powerful Snapdragon X Plus SoC, and it's clear that people are excited for this chip in upcoming Chromebooks. I've been saying it for a very, very long time, but high-end ARM silicon in slim/light Chromebooks just makes a … [Read more...] about Snapdragon X Plus will give MediaTek’s Kompanio Ultra some real competition
A big upgrade could be on the way for the Pixel 10 display
While Google Pixel phones often boast impressive display specifications, a persistent issue prevents a segment of users from comfortably using them: low-frequency PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) dimming for lowering screen brightness. Unlike many competitors who have moved to higher frequencies or … [Read more...] about A big upgrade could be on the way for the Pixel 10 display
Google’s Play Store drops millions of apps in a sweeping cleanup
Over the past year, the Google Play Store has undergone a significant transformation, though perhaps not in the way many might expect. Instead of simply adding more and more apps, it appears Google has been engaged in a substantial clean-up operation, resulting in a dramatic decrease in the total … [Read more...] about Google’s Play Store drops millions of apps in a sweeping cleanup
We may soon be able to add payment cards to Google Wallet with a simple tap
Adding a new credit or debit card to Google Wallet is straightforward enough currently, giving users the option to either scan the card with their phone's camera or manually punch in the details. While functional, it's not quite as seamless as it could be. However, based on findings in a recent app … [Read more...] about We may soon be able to add payment cards to Google Wallet with a simple tap
My son is going to be so excited that Gemini will soon be available on his phone
Google is finally preparing to roll out access to its Gemini AI app for a significantly younger audience. In an email sent out to parents who Family Link, the company announced that children under the age of 13 with supervised accounts will soon be able to utilize the Gemini app across Android, iOS, … [Read more...] about My son is going to be so excited that Gemini will soon be available on his phone
NotebookLM’s popular Audio Overviews are now available in over 50 languages
Google's NotebookLM continues to evolve as a powerful AI research assistant, and the latest update significantly expands the reach of one of its most compelling features: Audio Overviews. Following its expansion to over 200 countries last year, NotebookLM is now rolling out support for over 50 … [Read more...] about NotebookLM’s popular Audio Overviews are now available in over 50 languages
Ditch the Nest app: Google Home scheduling for Gen 3 & E thermostats is coming
Amidst news about support ending for its oldest thermostats, Google delivered some incredibly welcome news for owners of its most popular models this week. After years of users asking (and complaining), Google has finally confirmed that scheduling functions for the Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) … [Read more...] about Ditch the Nest app: Google Home scheduling for Gen 3 & E thermostats is coming
Your old Nest Thermostat is going to lose app control later this year
Google dropped some sad news for owners of its earliest smart thermostats this week. Citing the increasing difficulty of updating hardware that's well over a decade old, the company announced it will officially end support for its Nest Learning Thermostat (1st gen, released 2011), Nest Learning … [Read more...] about Your old Nest Thermostat is going to lose app control later this year
Pixel Weather’s Pollen Tracker is finally rolling out in the US
Good news for allergy sufferers in the US: Google is expanding the availability of their new-ish pollen tracker feature within the Pixel Weather experience. After initially launching in five other countries over the past several months, the much-anticipated pollen forecast is now beginning to appear … [Read more...] about Pixel Weather’s Pollen Tracker is finally rolling out in the US
Android gets it’s own special event ahead of Google I/O 2025
Google I/O has increasingly become the primary stage for Google's latest major AI announcements, particularly around its Gemini models. While Android updates are always part of the mix, they haven't commanded the central focus they once did over the past couple years. So, in a bit of a different … [Read more...] about Android gets it’s own special event ahead of Google I/O 2025
