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The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the least interesting of Google’s four phones this year. It’s a big, expensive flagship with a slightly improved design, moderate hardware improvements, a grab-bag of AI features, and a $100 price increase. Such a tepid introduction belies, however, a remarkable feat that Google, now in its ninth generation of homegrown handsets, has pulled off: the Pixel 9 Pro XL may be the best Android phone I’ve ever used.

Review: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL may be the best Android phone I've ever used

Anytime you create a new email account using Google, you get 15GB of storage, which is generous for coming with no price tag. But that 15GB can fill up quickly, especially because that chunk of data storage includes any videos and pictures you download to Google Drive and Google Photos. If your inbox is overflowing with unread newsletters and spammy emails that made it past your filter, you can take action to preserve all your important missives while starting afresh with a new inbox.

Running out of Gmail storage? How to get another 15GB for free

The recently launched Pixel 9 series has a new Adaptive touch option that can automatically adjust the display's sensitivity based on the environment and other factors. This option is enabled by default on the Pixel 9 series, allowing users to operate their phone's display even in wet conditions. The Pixel...

The Google Pixel 9 has an exciting display trick up its sleeve

Smartphones have matured to the point that choosing one over another comes down to preference or the intangibles they offer. Most consumers aren't just buying one of the best Android phones. They're buying into a mobile ecosystem that includes smartphones and devices like great smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, and laptops. Buying all those devices can get pricey fast. But does it have to?

I lived in OnePlus' budget ecosystem to see how it stacks up against Google and Samsung

Although the Pixel 8 series offered numerous upgrades and a generally attractive package, it was not without its shortcomings. From a below-average battery life that struggled to keep up with heavy workflows to an optical fingerprint scanner that failed to authenticate you several times, the Pixel 8 had its flaws. With the launch of the Google Pixel 9 series, the search giant seems to have taken these criticisms to heart.

6 Pixel 8 shortcomings Google fixed with Pixel 9

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ANOTHER batch of Samsung smartphones will start to receive an important free upgrade today in the latest fix for Android. The South Korean tech giant routinely issues new software to address any recently discovered flaws or stability problems. So don't expect any new apps or features to appear. This latest...

Popular Samsung smartphones receive important free upgrade today after Google finds ‘critical’ Android threat

If you've been looking for a smartwatch that's focused on accurately capturing your health and fitness metrics and can do so for three weeks without needing a charge — then the Garmin Forerunner 965 is going to be it. This is one of the brand's latest smartwatches and is one of our favorites thanks to its robust set of features and awesome AMOLED display.

Grab Garmin's Forerunner 965 for $100 off as it falls to a record-low price

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has been out for almost a year now. How is it still the best complete flagship Android package? Find out in our long-term review of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Can’t Touch This! Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Long-Term Review

Samsung's Galaxy A35 5G is a well-rounded smartphone for $400. You'll love the two-day battery life, amazing screen quality, and four years of software updates. The biggest issue? Performance, which tends to vary from day-to-day and can lead to overheating. I'm actually surprised how much I enjoy using the Samsung...

This Samsung phone is the one most people should buy in 2024 (and it's not a flagship)

Circle to Search, initially exclusive to Samsung flagships, is now rolling out to mid-range phones and tablets worldwide. August 2024 update brings Circle to Search feature to over 25 million Galaxy devices, including Galaxy A series and Tab S9 FE devices. This tool enables users to easily find more info...

Samsung begins rolling out Circle to Search to millions of devices

Why do we love the HTC One M8 so much? Many Android fans adore this model, so we've tried it out again in 2024 to find out why it's so great.

HTC One M8: Is it the best phone ever made? [Video]

Samsung offers some of the best flagships with the Samsung Galaxy S and Galaxy Fold lineup. Still, the South Korean giant hasn't forgotten about the budget-friendly Galaxy A series. The Samsung Galaxy A0Xs remains the most affordable among all Galaxy A series devices. Samsung released the Galaxy A03s in late 2021. It had decent specs with an entry-level MediaTek processor, a large battery pack, and respectable RAM and storage for the asking price.

Samsung Galaxy A03s: Price, specs, news, and features

DOZENS of Samsung Galaxy device owners are to receive Android 15, Google's big annual update, this autumn. The software update includes 12 brand new features, as well as improvements to existing processes. Camera boost. Of the total 12 new features, there are two camera and photography updates coming, including:. Low...

Huge Android 15 upgrade with 12 new features coming to Samsung phones soon – check full list to see if you’re eligible

Before Google released the Pixel 9 series at the beginning of August, it was rumored that the phones might launch with the Android 15 update. We later reported that this wouldn’t be the case with a source having told us that Android 14 would be coming with Google’s new phones this year. This turned out to be true. Android 15 is still coming, but Google has delayed its release. Now that the Pixel 9 series has been released, those who bought one of its four variants are waiting for the new software version, and probably wondering when it’s coming officially.

Android 15 isn't dropping for Pixel phones until October

If you buy a new Hewlett-Packard laptop in the next few weeks, then you’ll notice a new app on the “Start” menu called Google Essentials. On Thursday, Google that the new app will bundle some of its core services like Google Photos, Google Drive and Google Messages.

Google Essentials will house all Google services in a single Windows app

Motorola is expected to launch the Edge 50 Neo next month, and the phone was said to have a Dimensity 7300 chipset, according to an online retailer. Today, we received a confirmation that the midranger is really coming with the new Mediatek platform, as it appeared on Geekbench. We can...

Motorola Edge 50 Neo chipset confirmed, might also get a ThinkPhone version

Well, it’s that time of the year again, iPhone season. We’re all brushing ourselves off after the latest Made By Google event, and we’re looking forward to Apple’s answer to what Google announced. Well, the wait will soon be over. Thanks to a new report, Apple finally announced when it’s going to host the iPhone 16 event.

Apple finally announced the iPhone 16 event

Gemini AI has taken center stage at Google, and we're seeing Gemini AI features in the latest Google Pixel phones. Google offers a free web and Android version of Gemini AI. There's also a paid plan to unlock the latest AI model, 2TB of Google Drive storage, and AI integration with Google Workspace apps. Apart from answering your questions, Gemini integrates with your Drive account and Gmail inbox to simplify your workflow.

5 ways to use Gemini in Gmail and Google Drive

Instagram head Adam Mosseri has previously confirmed that ads will someday land on Threads. Code found in the Threads app suggests that the company might already be internally testing ads and sponsored content. Meta says that it is "not testing ads in Threads at this time," and that it doesn't...

You can't spell Threads without ads, but Meta isn't in a rush

Google Keep is expected to offer lock screen note-taking functionality with Android 15, and it looks like Microsoft's OneNote will follow suit. Code found in a OneNote beta build suggests users would be able to set it as the default note taking app, a prerequiste to lock screen functionality. It...

Microsoft's OneNote is making a dash to be your lock screen's default note-taking app

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You may have to ditch your Google One family plan to get the Pixel 9 Pro's free year of Gemini Advanced

Google is offering a free one-year Google One AI Premium subscription to Pixel 9 Pro series buyers. Early buyers have noticed a limitation that prevents Google...

You may have to ditch your Google One family plan to get the Pixel 9 Pro's free year of Gemini Advanced

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