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Pixel 10 might see improved startup following a loading process change
By Nickolas Diaz published
*Insert Loading Bar* Google was spotted making an AOSP change that will impact the Pixel 10.

The Pixel 9a makes me feel weird, in a good way
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet While Samsung and Apple are both struggling in various regards, everything seems to be going better than ever for Google, and the Pixel 9a makes it pretty obvious.

Low RAM on the Pixel 9a pushed Google toward a 'limited' version of Gemini
By Nickolas Diaz published
Hard Choices A report "confirmed" Google's Pixel 9a features a "limited' version of Gemini due to its low RAM.

The switch from Google Assistant to Gemini might kill Nest speakers and displays
By Brady Snyder published
Wrong move Google Nest products have historically been low-powered, affordable smart home devices. If Google Assistant is ditched for Gemini, they'll be changed forever.

Gmail's new search results prioritize relevant emails over recent ones
By Brady Snyder published
Mail upgrades Gmail's upgraded search algorithm will factor in recency, most-clicked emails and frequent contacts, rather than solely focusing on chronological order.

How can a tech giant 'build' a smartphone chip without its own foundry?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
How its made Fabless design isn't a new idea but companies like Apple and Google are making it an art form.

Google Messages will eventually let you delete RCS chats for everyone
By Brady Snyder published
UNDO Google Messages might steal a fan-favorite iMessage feature in the future, allowing users to delete RCS chats for everyone.

Google says its Pixel 9a features an older, less powerful Exynos modem
By Nickolas Diaz published
One step back A Google statement confirmed the existence of an older Exynos modem in its Pixel 9a.

Google is reportedly switching from Samsung to TSMC for the Tensor G5. Why could this be a big deal?
By Brady Snyder published
Chip change Google is reportedly making a manufacturing shift with its next-generation Tensor processors, switching from Samsung Foundry to TSMC. Here's what it all means.

YouTube's video stream is glitching out for some viewers
By Jay Bonggolto published
Blurry videos? YouTube users on various platforms are dealing with a major drop in streaming quality.

Google Pixel 9a vs. OnePlus 13R: Budget battle
By Roydon Cerejo published
AI vs. performance The OnePlus 13R represents great value in places like India, but for audiences in other countries, the Pixel 9a would be easier to buy and probably better value.

You can finally use Gemini without a Google account, but there's a catch
By Brady Snyder published
Private access Gemini has long required a Google account for access, but it's now following the footsteps of ChatGPT by dropping that requirement on the web.

EU Commission finds that Google Search and Play Store fail to comply with the Digital Markets Act
By Nandika Ravi published
DMA dilemma Google has been under the EU Commission's fire since March 2024, and now two of its products have been found to breach the DMA.

These Google-certified Pixel 9 screen protectors shouldn't mess with your fingerprint
By Nickolas Diaz published
Google-certified Google detailed a list of "certified" screen protectors for the Pixel 9 and its fingerprint unlock.

Google rolls out Android 16 Beta 3.1 patch with crucial bug fixes
By Brady Snyder published
Bugs squashed Android 16 Beta 3.1 is becoming available for Pixel devices enrolled in the Android Beta Program with fixes for a few annoying bugs.

All LTE Pixel Watches finally begin receiving Google's Wear OS 5.1 update
By Nickolas Diaz published
Finally onboard Google started pushing its Wear OS 5.1 update to its LTE Pixel Watches.

Kids with Android phones can now tap and pay with Google Wallet
By Jay Bonggolto published
tap-to-pay is here Google Wallet just made paying safer and easier for kids.

Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 7a: Time to upgrade?
By Roydon Cerejo published
Stepping it up The Pixel 7a continued to offer tremendous value even with the 8a in the picture, but nearly two years on and it might be time to trade up to the 9a.
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