Google surprised us during the unveiling of the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro at the Made by Google event last week by announcing that owners of either of these two devices will enjoy free VPN by Google One. However, the perks haven't stopped there. Today, Google announced that starting immediately, it will be … [Read more...] about Google Fi will now encrypt all mobile traffic on Pixel phones
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Google Fi expands international 5G coverage. Adds features for Samsung and iPhones.
Google Fi is rolling out significant improvements that will result in more global coverage for travelers using a Pixel, Samsung, or even an iPhone. Along with its competitive pricing, security features, and contract-free model, the MVNO looks like a very attractive option when compared with its … [Read more...] about Google Fi expands international 5G coverage. Adds features for Samsung and iPhones.
Pixel Watch may become the first smartwatch supported by Google Fi
The Pixel Watch is slated to launch in October alongside the Google Pixel 7 series and is expected to be simultaneously met with enthusiasm and skepticism. The Pixel Watch will be the first smartwatch made by Google, sporting the latest and greatest from WearOS, but with a clean Pixel-esque UI and … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch may become the first smartwatch supported by Google Fi
Android 13 is breaking RCS for some Google Fi users
Following the public release of Android 13 earlier this week, a resulting issue originally spotted back in May has resurfaced and prompted a response from Google. The problem affects RCS connectivity for a small number of Google Fi customers where RCS disconnects upon the phone switching from WiFi … [Read more...] about Android 13 is breaking RCS for some Google Fi users
Google Fi coverage expands with new W+ network
Google's in-house incubator project, known as Area 120, has spawned some highly successful products such as Google News and the Cardboard VR headset. However, one Area 120 product was announced in 2020 that didn't garner much publicity at the time – perhaps due to a certain global pandemic – but … [Read more...] about Google Fi coverage expands with new W+ network
Google Fi reduces pricing on its unlimited phone plans
Google Fi expanded its basic phone plan offering in 2019 by launching the "Unlimited Plus" Plan (previously called the Unlimited Plan), which included more premium features like unlimited data at home and abroad. Two years later, for its 6th birthday, Google launched "Simply Unlimited," which was … [Read more...] about Google Fi reduces pricing on its unlimited phone plans
