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Samsung is pushing older Galaxy phone users to switch from Samsung Messages to Google Messages. The Korean company has been slowly transitioning users away from its messaging app to Google Messages. Google Messages lacks features like categories and might be slow to load your conversations initially. With the debut of...

Samsung wants older Galaxy phone owners to switch to Google Messages

Google Maps app is crashing on some Android devices, making it unusable for navigation and browsing. The issue seems to affect users on Android 14 or 15 with versions 11.144.x and 11.145.x. To fix the crashing problem, uninstall updates for the Google Maps app in the device settings. Google Maps...

Google Maps is instantly crashing for many Android users right now

The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition may support the S Pen stylus, contrary to what rumors and leaks have suggested so far. Samsung could implement a new method to enable S Pen support on the foldable due to thickness and cost constraints. The device still won't feature a built-in...

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition could include S Pen support

Congratulations on stumbling upon another Android Police podcast! This week, we conclude our collective reviews on the slab Pixel 9 series and we come to a resounding "it's alright." Whether or not you should buy it coming up from somewhere outside of the brand loyalty fold is another question and that really gets to whether you think the artificial intelligence features are important and positively useful to you. Oh, and our hosts have turned on their webcams for the first time in this iteration of the show and you won't be able to see much of that footage until we've had a chance to, uh, nail production down.

The Pixel 9 Pro is the perfect phone for the Android Police podcast

AI is quickly becoming a pervasive element of all personal electronics, be it smartphones or smart displays, and, as Google would have it, even our favorite thermostats. The advent of the AI era is all about preemptive, predictive analysis of your usage patterns, and it's coming for all your personal spaces.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat: Does your AC need AI?

This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. Google's mid-range Pixel A series devices, which are normally released in the summer subsequent to their respective Pixel flagship, offer the software and hardware prowess of the latest Pixel smartphone, bundled in a more affordable package.

Google Pixel 9a will come with Tensor G4 but older Exynos modem

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and OnePlus Open are arguably the best foldables on the market right now, so which should you spend your hard-earned cash on? Find out in this comparison. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. OnePlus Open.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs. OnePlus Open: Which foldable phone is for you? [Video]

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

IFA 2024 kicks off September 6, 2024, in Berlin, Germany, with some exciting reveals and announcements expected from the prominent names in tech. The world's largest electronics show (a title CES also claims) promises to intrigue with hints of new folding technology and fun brand crossovers. It also promises to be a banner year for portable projectors, allowing you to stream your favorite Google TV while on the go. Here are the top five reveals we're looking forward to when the show begins.

5 gadgets we're most excited about from the world's largest tech show

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 carries on from the company's previous smartwatches with improvements in a few key areas to make it a premium Wear OS choice. The Google Pixel Watch 2 looks elegant on anyone's wrist and runs Wear OS with some visual splendor. Fitbit integration makes things interesting if you want a smartwatch with usable features.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Google Pixel Watch 2: Which wearable is right for you?

Summer has pretty much come to an end, which means vacation vibes are quickly fading, with folks heading back to school and the office. But before things enter full swing, we're getting one last hurrah with Labor Day weekend, giving those in need one final long weekend to really soak in the good times with friends and family. Of course, this also means that retailers are ready to take advantage of the holiday weekend as well to try and promote some of their best deals.

10 Labor Day deals that provide real bang for your buck

There are some really great choices right now when it comes to TVs, especially if you're looking to upgrade to a smart TV. Of course, there are lots of different options to go with, but we think that Google TV offers one of the better experiences, with its compelling features and updates that make the OS even better as time goes by.

This Hisense 55-inch 4K TV can instantly upgrade your home theater setup for just $248

Visible is a prepaid carrier operated by Verizon that uses the Verizon network exclusively. With two unlimited plans and a handful of attractive promotions, Visible can be a great option for a heavy user who doesn’t want to keep track of data usage. Pros. Totally unlimited data on both...

Visible vs. Ultra Mobile: Are more options really better?

Google Slides is a go-to solution for creating presentations. While you can make a presentation from scratch or explore templates to get a head start, the latest Gemini AI integration takes the experience to the next level. You can create compelling slides, generate relevant visuals, and summarize a long presentation with a single click.

5 Gemini tricks I use to transform my Google Slides presentations

Google TalkBack is a fantastic feature built into Android that can provide those with visual impairments, an easier way to navigate menus and other areas seamlessly without having a clear view of the display. Of course, TalkBack is just the type of feature that would benefit from some AI, and Google has announced its plans to leverage the power of Gemini in order to bolster the feature and provide audio descriptions for images without the need for embedded alt text.

Google's new Gemini-powered TalkBack won't be coming to Samsung's One UI

These are the best cheap wireless earbuds you can buy right now. The Nothing Ear (a) really delivers when it comes to sound experience, comfort, and battery life. And best of all, even at its original retail price of $99.99, they're still quite a bargain, considering all that you're getting. But we're not here to praise the Nothing Ear (a), instead, we're here to call out this incredible deal on the wireless earbuds that now drops it down to its lowest price yet.

Our favorite cheap wireless earbuds are now cheaper than ever

Google listened to the critics of its Pixel Fold and came out of the gate looking for the win this year, adding refinements and improvements to almost every aspect of its next foldable, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. From its slimmer and less weighty design to its improved internals and camera, it's already looking to be one of the best Android phones released this year.

Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold screen protectors in 2024

A leaked render suggests the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will retain the notch and dual-camera setup from previous models, disappointing those hoping for a design overhaul. The Tab S10 Ultra is expected to feature a 14.6-inch display, dual USB Type-C ports, and a familiar sleek design with a gray color option.

Looks like Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is just a re-skin of the previous model

Anker unveiled a new set of Qi2 MagGo 2.0 accessories and wireless chargers. The Qi2 standard offers 15W wireless charging, the same rate as Apple's MagSafe standard. Most Android users can use Anker's MagGo 2.0 products with a MagSafe adapter. There are very few brands that optimize power and epitomize...

Anker’s new MagGo 2.0 products give Qi2 to me and you

Android 15 is getting an official release, almost seven months after its first Developer Preview dropped. But don't start smashing the Check for update button on your Pixel just yet. Google is only pushing Android 15's source code to AOSP today, so your phone will be stuck on Android 14 for a while. The Android 15 OTA update will arrive in the "coming weeks" on Pixels, followed by devices from Samsung, OnePlus, and others.

Android 15 is officially out, but not in the way you want

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Here's our first look at Google's dual-pane Quick Settings redesign for Android 16

There's high anticipation for Android 15, and although the new Pixel 9 series has launched recently, the update still remains unavailable, with Google only pushing the...

Here's our first look at Google's dual-pane Quick Settings redesign for Android 16

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