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August 31
- News Weekly: New flagship Garmin watches, a unique tri-fold phone, Pixel 9 Pro XL teardown, and more
August 30
- YouTube Music and Apple Music come together in an unexpected way
- The OnePlus 13 can't wait as rumors claim it could launch even sooner this fall
- Google's absurdly dim Nest Learning Thermostat is getting brightness controls
- Honor's latest tablet can clean up your messy math homework
- Minor Android 15 QPR1 Beta 1.1 patch welcomes the Pixel 9
- Google Play Store update finally fixes a long-standing hassle with app updates
- Samsung says Galaxy Z Fold 6 paint is peeling due to unofficial chargers
August 29
- Now, OPPO says it has a tri-fold phone in the works with proof to back it up
- Gemini's Q&A saves you time and energy searching through Gmail
- Verizon follows Google in Skylo partnership for satellite-based texting
- Do we really need a Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
- Samsung Galaxy S21 series' critical August update reaches US
- Samsung might drop a thinner, lighter Galaxy S25 Ultra next year
- Pixel 9 owners might not want to unlock the bootloader
August 28
- Gemini image generation gets a major upgrade, and custom Gems are finally rolling out
- AT&T fixed the software glitch that knocked out 911 for some wireless users
- Pixel 9 Pro XL teardown shows some promising changes under the hood
- Google Chat now lets you automate your favorite apps and services with IFTTT integration
- TECNO unveils innovative tri-fold phone thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6
August 27
- Google Wallet is steadily becoming a true Apple Wallet competitor for Android
- OnePlus 13 leak claims it'll have all the power to keep you going and going
- Gmail update introduces streamlined UI to make replying to emails faster
- A surprise Nothing certification points to a different type of wireless earbuds
- Garmin launches new Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 while retiring Epix — these are the key upgrades and new tools
- Google's AI is making its way into the Honor Magic V3 ahead of global launch
- Google beta tests better 'Trust' between your device in certain places
- Xiaomi might have a tri-fold phone of its own to compete with Huawei
- Your wait for Android 15 may take a bit longer
- Pixel 9 Pro XL owners complain about wireless charging problems
- Alleged real-life Pixel 9a images showcase an interesting design
August 26
- Google TV is cranking up the content with a fresh batch of free channels
- Chick-Fil-A's rumored streaming service matters more than you think
- Quick Share may be getting ready to make Android tablets more awesome
- The Pixel 9’s new display feature makes using it with wet hands a lot easier
August 24
- Magnets required: Wireless Power Consortium sets the record straight on Qi2
- News Weekly: Pixel Watch 3 repair policy, a welcome Astrophotography change, Gemini upgrades, and more
August 23
- Report suggests Quest Pro 2 has been canceled, but a Meta exec says that's not the whole story
- Galaxy S24 FE FCC listing signals an impending launch may be likely
- Google could give Do Not Disturb better 'Priority' in Android 15
- New OPPO Find X8 leak shows promising specs, suggests early launch
- New clues on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim's launch date and camera upgrade surface
- Instagram is letting you share songs right from your profile
August 22
- Android 15 QPR1 Beta 1 kicks off before we even have the stable version
- Google's new Windows app is its latest attempt to dominate your desktop
- Satellite SOS launches on the Pixel 9, and you can demo it now
- Motorola may have teased the Edge 50 Neo ahead of its impending launch
- Gmail's new Gemini feature turns messy notes into polished emails in a snap
August 21
- Leak shows Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could have two versions with Oryon CPUs
- The Pixel 9 finally lets you transfer data whenever you want
- Galaxy Tab S10 Plus, Ultra leak teases Galaxy AI and a familiar design
- Honor details how its ultra-thin, durable Magic V3 foldable defied the odds
- A year later, Pixel 8 Pro users can officially use Zoom Enhance — with lessons learned
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- The rumored Galaxy Z Fold 6 'Slim' might flaunt a titanium back panel
- Ring's new Battery Doorbell now offers a wider view and a longer-lasting battery
- Honor's next-gen foldable will convince you to ditch the Galaxy Z Fold 6, and it's going global at IFA 2024
August 20
- Google stands by its replacement-only option for the Pixel Watch 3
- YouTube TV scores with fantasy teams and NFL Sunday Ticket custom multiview
- Batman: Arkham Shadow first gameplay trailer pays tribute to Asylum fans
- Google is ending the Play Store security reward program
- AI is coming to more budget phones thanks to Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
- Google might pair Pixel Screenshots with Circle to Search for rediscovery
- The Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra might stick with the same old charging speeds
August 19
- Google's Gemini is lighting up Android screens with a fresh new look
- Google finally lets Pixel users take night sky shots whenever they want
- Google is likely to bring Android 14 to older Chromecast models
- Phone Link is looking more like Windows' answer to Apple's AirDrop
- Google's Imagen 3 is now open to everyone in the US
August 17
- News Weekly: Google's big Pixel 9 launch, the US wants to break up Google, and more
August 16
- The Google Pixel 9's satellite SOS runs on tech from Skylo and Garmin
- The Pixel 9 camera bump is massive. Google's design director explains why
- Verizon preloaded Pixel phones with an unsafe app, but Google is fixing it
- Next year's Samsung Galaxy phones are tipped to get big changes, starting with the S25 Ultra
- Meta Quest weekly news recap: 21 games, 3 new features, and one sad truth
August 15
- Finally, 'Zoom Enhance' brings finer details to the Pixel 8 Pro
- A surprisingly tough Pixel 9 Pro XL survives a gruesome durability gauntlet
- Samsung's affordable phones and tablets are picking up 'Circle to Search'
- You can't buy the original Pixel Fold right now, but Google says it'll return
- Google's AI Overviews pick up a 'save' feature as it expands to more countries
- Google Meet gets a fresh makeover with on-the-go calling and 'stacked' effects
- Honor's innovative eye-tracking tech is debuting globally on the Magic 6 Pro
August 14
- The US could break up Google following search antitrust monopoly ruling
- The final Android 15 beta rolls out as Google teases its first QPR test
- AT&T says it’s skipping the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro Fold are now available in India, and you won't believe what they cost
August 13
- 'Audio Search' feature for Google's Circle to Search is revealed in early demo
- Made by Google 2024: The Pixel 9 and other big announcements
- The Pixel Watch 3 has a new life-saving feature, and Google explains how it works
- Google's new accessibility updates help you search your surroundings faster than ever
- The Pixel 9 series boasts a faster chip, brighter screens, new AI tricks, and a foldable
- Google's reimagined Android grabs new Gemini updates and Pixel 9 exclusives
- The new Google Pixel Watch 3 is aimed at runners, comes in two sizes with smaller bezels
- The $229 Pixel Buds Pro 2 feature a new Tensor A1 chip for improved ANC, beefy audio
August 12
- Google pops Gemini into Meet to 'take notes' for recaps and summaries
- Xiaomi's next-gen fitness tracker could hit stores worldwide soon
- Samsung simplifies Link to Windows app mirroring in One UI 6.1.1
- Made by Google event 2024 live blog: Every major announcement, from Pixel 9 Pro Fold to Pixel Watch 3
- YouTube is trying to save your roommates from your late-night binges
- What does it mean if both Google and Samsung's Android 15 updates are delayed?
- The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 could be here any day now
- YouTube Music may soon let you broadcast your jams with a shareable personal radio
- Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE just leaked, and it may come in more colors than ever
August 9
- Pixel 9 buyers likely to get free goodies like Google One AI Premium plan
- Huawei's tri-fold phone breaks cover, spotted with its former CEO
- Google Authenticator redesign adds a 'Privacy screen' lock and search
- Made by Google 2024: How to watch the Pixel 9 launch and what to expect
- Google's Wear OS 5.1 reportedly runs an entirely new version of Android
- Tons of new Quest games are getting announced at this week's VR Games Showcase
- Google's new weather app for the Pixel 9 is showing up early
August 8
- Android Central Editorial Standards
- Google Photos 'Collections' tab update rolls out, reorganizes your memories
- Russia blocks YouTube, as users report bottlenecked speeds
- Ayaneo Pocket EVO pairs OLED with fast refresh rates for an incredible handheld
- Don't delay — Galaxy S24 Ultra picks up a crucial August 2024 security patch
- Text message exploits are scarier than ever, but you can protect yourself with these tips
- Report claims the Pixel Watch 3 is trading horsepower for a better screen
- Pixel 9 Pro leak reveals its price tag, and let's just say your wallet might cry
August 7
- Fitbit Ace LTE update helps kids manage money and live healthier as school returns
- Exclusive: Meta is closing a beloved first-party Quest studio
- California prepares to expand its digital ID support through Google Wallet
- The Vivo V40 series now flaunts the Zeiss camera branding on both models
- Turns out the new Google TV Streamer has a different chip under the hood
August 6
- YouTube tests a new ad format that isn't such a buzzkill
- Google's August 2024 Pixel update solves an alarming reboot issue
- Google Pixel Watch and Watch 2 owners start receiving the August 2024 update
- Garmin watch faces and apps are about to get more fun — and more expensive
- Google's next Pixel Buds might bring Gemini straight to your ears
- Google Pixel Watch 3 leak puts the new 45mm model in the spotlight
- The Google TV Streamer steps in for Chromecast and doubles as a smart home hub
- The new Nest Thermostat has a better display and you can personalize its home screen
- Google Home is leveling up its game with Gemini integration
August 5
- Google's new 45W USB-C charger for the Pixel 9 series in Europe surfaces
- Maybe you should wait for the Google Pixel 10
- Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold's rumored camera specs don't spur much excitement
- Android 15 might add less disruptive, more 'compact' notifications
- Landmark ruling says Google maintains illegal search monopoly
- Samsung's Galaxy A series could get a Galaxy AI makeover later this year
- Samsung Quick Share now lets you double up on your daily file sharing
August 4
- Check out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold flaunting its official case in the wild
- Telegram drops a Web3 upgrade for its built-in browser
- Nest Learning Thermostat could see a long-overdue refresh according to leak
August 3
- News Weekly: Nothing Phone 2a Plus, more Pixel leaks, and a new Google TV streaming device?
- Samsung's new Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Kids Edition can handle anything kids throw at it
August 2
- First Nothing Phone 2a Plus update fixes a few day-one hiccups out the gate
- Google's new 'School Time' feature for Android keeps your child from slacking
- Samsung management is furious with its latest 'Apple-like' designs
- Google Maps finally steals one of the best Waze features
- Files by Google app now makes recent files easier to find than ever
August 1
- Google's code shows how its Spotify extension for Gemini might work
- Instead of a OnePlus Open 2, we're getting a fiery Apex Edition
- Google Chrome picks up Lens on desktop and 'Tab Compare' in latest AI update
- Upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3 likely to support AI call summary feature
- The rumored ‘Google TV Streamer’ might fall short at competing with the Apple TV
- This $149 Qualcomm-powered Raspberry Pi rival has 5G and an AI accelerator