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After nearly a year in development, Google’s Material You redesign of ChromeOS is finally taking shape, bringing dynamic colors, a quick settings revamp, and more. more… The post Check out the ChromeOS Material You redesign with new quick settings and more [Gallery] appeared first on 9to5Google.

Samsung is getting into the thicker part of the list of devices to bring Android 13 around to. With that, Android 13 – One UI 5 – is now available for the Galaxy S10, Galaxy A52, Galaxy M33, and the Z Fold 4 in another region. more… The post Samsung expands its Android 13 update […]

During the launch keynote, Google touted two features as “coming soon.” One of those, the free “VPN by Google One” now appears to be rolling out early for Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. more… The post Google One VPN starts rolling out for Pixel 7 and 7 Pro appeared first on 9to5Google.

Google has added a nifty feature to Chrome for iOS that gives you the option to quickly open external links from other apps using Incognito. It’s especially useful on shared devices. more… The post Chrome for iOS now lets you quickly open links from other apps in Incognito appeared first on 9to5Google.

Sapphire glass is something we usually only see on the most expensive smartwatches, but the Galaxy Watch 5 brings the scratch-resistant glass down to a cost of under $300. And surprisingly, the quality of Samsung’s sapphire glass on the Galaxy Watch 5 beats out the Apple Watch Ultra, which costs nearly three times as much […]

In removing support for 32-bit apps, old games are one of the more surprising app losses reported by Pixel 7 owners, but the Google Store — of all places — is trying to make things up with “Shopper Hopper.” more… The post Google Store ‘Shopper Hopper’ attempts to make up for the loss of Flappy […]

This afternoon’s best Android game and app deals are now ready and waiting down below courtesy of Google Play. Joining today’s app deals, we are also tracking 50% in savings on Lenovo’s Assistant-powered Smart Clock 2 displays as well as a notable Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra refurbished sale right here. As for the apps, highlight […]

In addition to an updated icon, Google Messages has a new “sent” sound that more people are now encountering on Android. more… The post Yes, Google changed the Messages ‘sent’ sound: Do you prefer the old or new beep? appeared first on 9to5Google.

Whether it’s intentional or not, over the past few years Google has been following a tried and true path first taken by Apple when it comes to its smartphone endeavours. The Pixel 7 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are similar devices but how do they stack up? Here’s everything you need to know. more… […]

The cloud gaming market has been hit pretty hard following the death of Stadia and other roadblocks, and it seems Amazon’s Luna is going through some tough times too. Over the course of December 2022, Amazon Luna will lose nearly 50 games, on top of several others that left earlier this month. more… The post […]

Home security cameras have gotten a lot better in recent years, but the security of your footage has always been a concern. Anker’s Eufy brand claims to keep data local, but a security researcher has exposed that the claim is far from true, with footage not only going to the cloud, but remaining visible even […]

With the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro out in the world, attention now turns to the next Google launches in 2023. Besides the rumored “Pixel Fold,” the Pixel 7a is also expected, and renders today reveal more of the same. more… The post Google Pixel 7a renders reveal updated camera bar and other design revisions […]

All of today’s best deals are now up for the taking and headlined by a notable refurbished discount on the latest Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra at $464 off. Also still on sale for Cyber Monday, the new Bose QuietComfort 45 ANC Headphones have hit their best price yet at $229, which are joined by Lenovo’s […]

Pixel Buds are some of the best earbuds you can buy for an Android phone. The Pixel Buds Pro offer a premium, ANC-equipped experience with useful features while the Pixel Buds A-Series have excellent sound and even better value, but all models ship with the same white case. Nomad offers up leather cases for Pixel […]

Google Maps relies on voice search, opting to keep you safe while on your drive. Unfortunately, it looks like the voice search feature in Google Maps for CarPlay is breaking for a number of users, only working after multiple attempts. more… The post Google Maps having widespread issues with voice search on CarPlay appeared first […]

Following the first annual summary last year and subsequent seasonal ones, YouTube Music is starting to roll out the 2022 Recap today. more… The post YouTube Music rolling out 2022 Recap with personalized stats and stories appeared first on 9to5Google.

An apparent official press render has lifted some of the mystery of the upcoming affordably priced Samsung Galaxy A14. more… The post Samsung Galaxy A14 press render leaks showing triple camera setup, more appeared first on 9to5Google.

After honoring the start of the 2022 World Cup, the latest animated Google Doodle highlights some of the final phases of the initial group stage at the world’s biggest sporting event. more… The post Google Doodle kicks off the final group stage games of World Cup 2022 appeared first on 9to5Google.

The first post-Android 12 update is rolling out to the Chromecast with Google TV 4K today and it brings devices to the October 2022 security patch level. more… The post Chromecast with Google TV 4K update to October 2022 patch rolling out appeared first on 9to5Google.

There are few things more annoying than losing your phone moments after holding it in your hand. Fortunately, Google’s Pixel phone series allows for several different finding methods, like finding your phone using your watch, Nest speakers, and more. more… The post Here’s every way you can find your Pixel when you misplace it appeared […]

In the lead up to the Pixel Watch, several first-party apps were overhauled and launched to invigorate Wear OS, and Google is planning to continue that momentum with Gmail and Calendar. more… The post Rumor: Google working on Gmail and Calendar apps for Wear OS, Pixel Watch appeared first on 9to5Google.

A lawsuit by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and seven states today alleges that radio ads for the Pixel 4 featured “made up testimonials by radio personalities.”  more… The post Google spent $4.6 million on Pixel 4 radio ads that the FTC has deemed deceptive appeared first on 9to5Google.

Cyber Monday rolls on with huge price drops on Android hardware including Google Pixel 7/Pro, the Motorola Edge+, and plenty of Samsung Galaxy Tab offers, but for now we are taking a break for some Google Play discounts. Today’s Android app deals are highlighted by titles like Reigns: Game of Thrones, Dark Rage, Dead Cells, […]

In a new batch of Chromecast updates, Google has released new firmware for the first-generation Chromecast for the first time in years. more… The post Google has updated the original Chromecast for the first time in over three years appeared first on 9to5Google.

HMD Global has refreshed its affordable Android tablet lineup with the quiet launch of the Nokia T21 in selected markets, which comes after an initial release in Indonesia back in September. more… The post HMD Global launches Nokia T21 tablet in more regions with Android 12, 2K display, more appeared first on 9to5Google.

Samsung’s recent streak of incorporating some of Pixel users’ favorite features into Galaxy devices is helping to bolster an impressive One UI 5. With that is a feature called “Bixby Text Call,” though you might not be able to use it just yet. more… The post Samsung’s Bixby Text Call feature: What is it, and […]

All of today’s best deals are now going live for Cyber Monday, with all-time low pricing landing on Skagen/Fossil Gen 6 Wear OS smartwatches. That’s on top of the ongoing rare price cuts in the Sonos Cyber Monday Sale, which is joined by an all-time low on the Bose QuietComfort 45 ANC Headphones at $100 […]

Android 13 is more widely rolling out on Samsung tablets and follows Android 12L earlier this year. The taskbar was that update’s biggest addition, and we hoped to see more tablet UIs — namely a two-column notification shade and lockscreen — but that’s not the case with Samsung’s Android 13 update. more… The post Samsung […]

While the Wi-Fi model is on sale at all retailers, the LTE Pixel Watch has stubbornly remained at $399.99 this holiday season. The first discount for the LTE Pixel Watch is now here. more… The post Google Pixel Watch LTE gets first ever discount at $50 off appeared first on 9to5Google.

Google did a good job providing a range of default watch faces on the Pixel Watch. Having lived with the first-generation wearable for an extended period, we have some design thoughts and improvements in mind. more… The post What would you change about Google’s Pixel Watch faces? appeared first on 9to5Google.