Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

The next Made by Google event kicks off on August 13, which is just a week away. This is where we expect Google to reveal the next generation of Pixel hardware and, of course, some fun AI tools and more. But what exactly will Google announce? Here’s the full breakdown,...

7 things we expect from Google’s Pixel 9 event next week

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch lineup regularly makes it on the best Android smartwatches list due to its excellent health monitoring capabilities, refined designs, and advanced sensors. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is the newest addition to the series. Despite its familiar appearance, the watch features upgrades like a faster processor, a new AI algorithm, sleep apnea detection, and more.

How to link Google Fit with your Samsung Galaxy Watch 7

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Google started rolling out its new "Collections" tab to replace the app's old "Library" option.

Google Photos 'Collections' tab update rolls out, reorganizes your memories

The Galaxy S24 FE may feature a larger 6.65-inch OLED screen with a peak brightness of 1,900 nits. The camera setup is likely to remain the same, with a 50MP primary shooter, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP telephoto. Expect longer runtime thanks to a slightly bigger 4565mAh battery and a more...

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE could pack a bigger, brighter display

Like any TV series that has stuck around for a season too long, the Android Police podcast is back with another freaking week of Pixel leaks, this time on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The long and short of it is that we're hoping it nails the landing, but wouldn't be surprised if it disappointed us when it launches with, say, a year-old version of Android. Also, our prospects on a folding iPhone and discourse on an ABC primetime show from the year 200-something as brought on by Android Police editor-in-chief and natural wellspring purveyorJames Peckham.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is setting itself up to disappoint the Android Police podcast

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Smart tags have always been popular, but that popularity has exploded since Apple released the AirTag in 2021. Since then, a plethora of new options have hit the market. Google unveiled and is rolling out its Find My Device network, which is making agonizingly slow progress outside the USA. Tile is still as viable as before, offering trackers in all shapes and sizes, and Samsung has the SmartTag. The original came out a few months before the Apple AirTag, but it was flawed. Can the SmartTag 2 deliver what the first should have?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 is the one tracker I want to use

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We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. As a part of the August Pixel update, which by all means is pretty minor before we see Android 15, Google provided a list of bugs it took care of. In the latest build for still-supported Pixel devices, Google took aim at boot looping issues, brightness flickering, and general improvements in display performance.

Google Fixes 4 Bugs in August Pixel Update

The Google Pixel 8 has been around for almost a year. With its successor right around the corner and big savings on the price of the phone, is it worth picking one up now? This is our Google Pixel 8 long-term review.

Google Pixel 8 long-term review: Almost a whole year [Video]

You may need to close and reopen the app to see it, but according to Android expert Mishaal Rahman, Gemini is showing up for non-Google Workspace users. Gemini can do things like summarize emails, suggest next steps, or draft replies. Before now, you’ve needed a Google AI premium subscription or a Workspace account for access to the AI assistant.

Gemini may be rolling out to personal Gmail accounts on Android.

The Pixel 9 Pro will likely start at $1,000, despite its smaller size compared to the 8 Pro. T-Mobile and Vodafone may offer a "double-your-storage" promotion for the Pixel 9 series. The UK-based Vodafone's leaked promo includes all four Pixel 9 models, running from August 13 to September 3. Google's...

The Pixel 9 series might launch with a free storage upgrade on certain carriers

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip series regularly features among the best foldable phones. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the latest in the lineup, with an improved camera setup, good thermal management, and other upgrades. Although the phone has a bulky 4,000mAh battery, it may quickly run out of juice after prolonged streaming or gaming sessions. This guide shows you how to extend the battery life of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6: How to extend your phone's battery life

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. With the focus from Google on Gemini and all things AI in recent years, there have been questions surrounding Google Assistant and what its future holds. Will Google eventually replace Assistant with Gemini in all devices? Probably, yeah. Will that happen immediately? Well, it looks to happen soon on Android devices, but for Google Nest speakers and display, the Google Assistant is not quite ready to depart.

Google is Upgrading Google Assistant on Nest Speakers and Displays

AT&T’s network isn’t the fastest you can get, but with strong coverage, including in rural areas, AT&T is still a strong pick for many people. AT&T’s unlimited plans come with plenty of data for most people, and the plans can be mixed and matched. Pros. Plenty of...

AT&T vs. Cricket Wireless: Is AT&T's own prepaid brand better value?

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a slight hardware upgrade over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, bolstering the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip instead of the Gen 2, designed to handle gaming and multitasking on a grander scale. However, the Galaxy AI integration is what sets these devices apart. Like the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, you can access new features with an improved AI experience. Below, we review the best features that make the Galaxy Z Fold 6 shine above every other option.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: 7 best features to try on your new phone

LineageOS 21 breathes new life into aging smartphones, extending their functionality, security, and stability with Android 14. The custom ROM now supports additional devices like the LG G7 ThinQ, Realme 9 Pro 5G, and Poco F4, preventing e-waste in the process. Devices left without updates, like the Samsung Galaxy Note...

Extended LineageOS 21 support means more devices now have a second chance at life

Google’s Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro just showed up in 4K resolution on X. Despite Google announcing the entire Pixel 9 series next week, the leaky company that is Google is not stopping. Now, X user @MysteryLupin has posted 4K renders of the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro, which makes these some of the highest-resolution renders we’ve seen so far.

Google's Pixel 9 & Pixel 9 Pro can't stop leaking

The Pixel Watch 3 is rumored to have the same processor, RAM, and storage as its predecessor. The big news is a 60Hz refresh rate display, which should be smoother and more responsive, with a dynamic range from 1Hz to 60Hz for better battery life. Battery life might be an...

Latest Pixel Watch 3 leak hints at a letdown in the processor department

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8 ways to use Gemini in Google Sheets

While the free version of Gemini is capable, Gemini Advanced takes the AI experience to the next level. With a paid subscription, you can access Gemini...

8 ways to use Gemini in Google Sheets

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