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Google Pixel Watch 4 Review: Wear OS as It Should Be
The Google Pixel Watch is supposed to be Google’s shining example of a Wear OS-powered device. But it has faltered over the years through various iterations in some areas. This year, things are finally on track and Google seems to have checked all the boxes, making it an easy recommendation for those looking for a Wear OS-powered health and fitne...
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Google Will Now Allow 'Experienced Users' to Sideload Apps on Android
Google announced that it is revising its sideloading policy. It will allow advanced users to bypass this restriction and accept the risks of installing unverified apps. This change comes after developers raised concerns about limiting user choice and developer freedom. Google confirmed that it is building a new advanced flow that allows experienced...
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Review: Hinging on Innovation
Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold may appear very similar to last year’s model, but it does pack in plenty of upgrades under the hood. There’s a more power-efficient Tensor G5 processor, an IP68-rated design that now resists both dust and water, and finally Pixel Snap, which will let you snap on all sorts of official and third-party accessories to t...
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Google's Pixel Phones Get August 2025 Update With Fixes for Navigation Bug, Security Flaws
Google on Tuesday released the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. Based on the latest Android 16 build, it carries fixes for several system issues which were discovered in previous iterations. As per Google, the update patches a bug that caused issues with the three-button and gesture navigation. Further, Pixel users can expect general ...
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Google Pixel 9a Review: A Really Good Buy
The Pixel 9a is Google’s latest mid-range A-series phone, introducing a refreshed design while retaining the signature Pixel camera bar. It brings several upgrades over last year’s Pixel 8a, including a handful of new AI-powered features. But is it a meaningful step up from the 8a? And does it have what it takes to stand out as one of 2025’s ...
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Samsung Brings Faster One UI 8 Updates Using Google's Trunk-Based Development Model: Report
Samsung has switched to a trunk-based development model for One UI 8 and future updates that could arrive faster than before. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE were the first Android phones to launch with Android 16. Both Google and Samsung could offer more efficient, faster software updates, according to a report. Samsung's On...
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Gets One UI 8 Watch Update With Wear OS 6 Features
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is now receiving One UI 8 Watch update with Wear OS 6, bringing new features to India and other regions. The upcoming Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic will launch with One UI 8 Watch, while last year's Galaxy Watch Ultra, which recently saw a storage and colour refresh, will get this update before older models like the Galaxy...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving Android 16-Based Monthly Software Update for July 2025: What’s New
Google on Wednesday rolled out the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. It is based on Android 16 and is said to carry fixes for a couple of bugs discovered in previous iterations. Following the update, Pixel users can expect improved Wi-Fi connectivity and performance. Google said it is also the first Android 16 update for the Pixel 6a a...
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Samsung Galaxy A56 5G Users Report Bootloop Issues After Latest One UI 7 Update
Samsung recently released a software update for the Galaxy A56 5G which brought quick access to Gemini — Google artificial intelligence (AI) assistant — via the side button. While this functionality was aimed at enhancing productivity, it is said to have left many devices unable to be used at all. Samsung Galaxy A56 5G users have reported bootl...
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Volvo, Google Deepen Partnership To Advance In-Car Android Experience
Volvo vehicles currently operate using Android 13, but at Google's I/O annual developer conference, the two companies are demonstrating EX90 running on Android 15.
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Google I/O 2025 Starts Today: How to Watch the Keynote Livestream
Google I/O 2025 will begin in a few hours, and anticipation is building for new software features across Google's services. Last week's sneak peek at Android 16 and Wear OS 6 suggests that Google will focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and Android XR. Here's how you can watch the Google I/O 2025 keynote livestream.
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Samsung's Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36 Reportedly Get Google Gemini Side Button Functionality
Samsung has reportedly started pushing the May software update to its newest Galaxy A series devices, including the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A26. A key highlight of this update is a new feature for the side or power button, which now allows users to quickly access Gemini. The press-and-hold shortcut functionality for Gemini was limited t...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving April 2025 Update With Bug Fixes, Latest Security Patch
Google on Thursday rolled out the April 2025 update for Pixel devices. It arrives as an over-the-air (OTA) update for the company's latest Pixel 9 series, Pixel Tablet, and other older devices running Android 15. Google says it brings fixes for issues related to the biometric authentication, camera, and user interface. Further, the April 2025 updat...
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Google Lays Off Hundreds Of Employees In Android, Pixel Group: Report
Alphabet's Google on Thursday laid off hundreds of employees in its platforms and devices unit, which works on Android software, Pixel phones and the Chrome browser.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Reportedly Receiving Stable One UI 7 Update in South Korea
After months of testing in beta, Samsung has finally rolled out the stable One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S24 series in its home country, according to claims on the company's community forum. Based on Google's latest Android 15 operating system (OS), it was first introduced with the Galaxy S25 series in January.
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Google Pixel Watch 4 Review: Wear OS as It Should Be
The Google Pixel Watch is supposed to be Google’s shining example of a Wear OS-powered device. But it has faltered over the years through various iterations in some areas. This year, things are finally on track and Google seems to have checked all the boxes, making it an easy recommendation for those looking for a Wear OS-powered health and fitne...
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Google Will Now Allow 'Experienced Users' to Sideload Apps on Android
Google announced that it is revising its sideloading policy. It will allow advanced users to bypass this restriction and accept the risks of installing unverified apps. This change comes after developers raised concerns about limiting user choice and developer freedom. Google confirmed that it is building a new advanced flow that allows experienced...
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Review: Hinging on Innovation
Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold may appear very similar to last year’s model, but it does pack in plenty of upgrades under the hood. There’s a more power-efficient Tensor G5 processor, an IP68-rated design that now resists both dust and water, and finally Pixel Snap, which will let you snap on all sorts of official and third-party accessories to t...
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Google's Pixel Phones Get August 2025 Update With Fixes for Navigation Bug, Security Flaws
Google on Tuesday released the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. Based on the latest Android 16 build, it carries fixes for several system issues which were discovered in previous iterations. As per Google, the update patches a bug that caused issues with the three-button and gesture navigation. Further, Pixel users can expect general ...
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Google Pixel 9a Review: A Really Good Buy
The Pixel 9a is Google’s latest mid-range A-series phone, introducing a refreshed design while retaining the signature Pixel camera bar. It brings several upgrades over last year’s Pixel 8a, including a handful of new AI-powered features. But is it a meaningful step up from the 8a? And does it have what it takes to stand out as one of 2025’s ...
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Samsung Brings Faster One UI 8 Updates Using Google's Trunk-Based Development Model: Report
Samsung has switched to a trunk-based development model for One UI 8 and future updates that could arrive faster than before. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE were the first Android phones to launch with Android 16. Both Google and Samsung could offer more efficient, faster software updates, according to a report. Samsung's On...
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Gets One UI 8 Watch Update With Wear OS 6 Features
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is now receiving One UI 8 Watch update with Wear OS 6, bringing new features to India and other regions. The upcoming Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic will launch with One UI 8 Watch, while last year's Galaxy Watch Ultra, which recently saw a storage and colour refresh, will get this update before older models like the Galaxy...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving Android 16-Based Monthly Software Update for July 2025: What’s New
Google on Wednesday rolled out the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. It is based on Android 16 and is said to carry fixes for a couple of bugs discovered in previous iterations. Following the update, Pixel users can expect improved Wi-Fi connectivity and performance. Google said it is also the first Android 16 update for the Pixel 6a a...
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Samsung Galaxy A56 5G Users Report Bootloop Issues After Latest One UI 7 Update
Samsung recently released a software update for the Galaxy A56 5G which brought quick access to Gemini — Google artificial intelligence (AI) assistant — via the side button. While this functionality was aimed at enhancing productivity, it is said to have left many devices unable to be used at all. Samsung Galaxy A56 5G users have reported bootl...
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Volvo, Google Deepen Partnership To Advance In-Car Android Experience
Volvo vehicles currently operate using Android 13, but at Google's I/O annual developer conference, the two companies are demonstrating EX90 running on Android 15.
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Google I/O 2025 Starts Today: How to Watch the Keynote Livestream
Google I/O 2025 will begin in a few hours, and anticipation is building for new software features across Google's services. Last week's sneak peek at Android 16 and Wear OS 6 suggests that Google will focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and Android XR. Here's how you can watch the Google I/O 2025 keynote livestream.
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Samsung's Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36 Reportedly Get Google Gemini Side Button Functionality
Samsung has reportedly started pushing the May software update to its newest Galaxy A series devices, including the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A26. A key highlight of this update is a new feature for the side or power button, which now allows users to quickly access Gemini. The press-and-hold shortcut functionality for Gemini was limited t...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving April 2025 Update With Bug Fixes, Latest Security Patch
Google on Thursday rolled out the April 2025 update for Pixel devices. It arrives as an over-the-air (OTA) update for the company's latest Pixel 9 series, Pixel Tablet, and other older devices running Android 15. Google says it brings fixes for issues related to the biometric authentication, camera, and user interface. Further, the April 2025 updat...
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Google Lays Off Hundreds Of Employees In Android, Pixel Group: Report
Alphabet's Google on Thursday laid off hundreds of employees in its platforms and devices unit, which works on Android software, Pixel phones and the Chrome browser.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Reportedly Receiving Stable One UI 7 Update in South Korea
After months of testing in beta, Samsung has finally rolled out the stable One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S24 series in its home country, according to claims on the company's community forum. Based on Google's latest Android 15 operating system (OS), it was first introduced with the Galaxy S25 series in January.
