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Google celebrates 10 years of Android Auto, Android TV, and Wear OS with a trip down memory lane
Google's expansion into new industries like automotive, TV, and smartwatches has been fueled by Android Auto, Android TV, and Wear OS. Over 200 million vehicles worldwide use Android Auto - a testament to Google's success in revolutionizing vehicle infotainment systems. Wear OS, launched in 2014, is now available in 160...
Pixel 9 pricing leak comes with good and bad news
Google surprised us with an early Made by Google event on August 13, set to showcase the Pixel 9 series. Leaked European pricing for the Pixel 9 series suggests potential price hikes compared to previous models. Euro pricing trends may indicate potential price hikes for North American markets as well,...
The annoying Gemini button in Messages could soon be toggled off
The Gemini FAB in Google Messages could soon be hidden with a simple toggle option, providing users with more customization. The feature is in beta, and there's potential for more settings toggles in Messages to enhance the user experience further, but no concrete signs of this were shown. Google continues...
Study says online subscriptions are exactly as shady as you think they are
There’s no question that for-profit companies, websites and apps will utilize as many tactics in the book as they can to get users to sign up for their subscription services and, ultimately, give them money. Those tactics can range from fairly passive on-site notifications to sneaky, difficult-to-cancel free trials that require credit card information off the bat or are needlessly expensive. That’s not surprising, but what might be eyebrow-raising is how many sites truly do utilize these manipulative practices. The majority of them do, according to the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Google Messages is preparing to borrow this playful Google Meet feature
Google Messages is adding a new feature with lenses or filters similar to Snapchat. The filters seen in development are identical to existing filters in Google Meet, however, Google Messages currently has only nine effects available. It is unclear when the feature will roll out, but functional code for filters...
Fitbit is making heart check-ups a breeze for your doctor
Google is simplifying the process of sharing AFib data with healthcare providers through a new Fitbit Web API, allowing doctors to access this information directly from the platform. Fitbit's AFib detection feature benefits almost 10 million users, promoting proactive heart health monitoring. The integration of patient data into healthcare and...
Android 15 could support direct connection to Matter smart home devices
Android 15 may solve the struggle of managing different smart home devices from various brands. Matter smart home standard could create a universal language for seamless communication between devices. Thread mesh networking protocol will be integrated into Android 15 for more efficient connectivity between your smartphone and smart home devices.
You can't reverse wireless charge the Galaxy Watch 7 or Ultra with your Samsung phone
Galaxy Watch can be wirelessly charged with Samsung phones, but the Watch 7 drops support for this feature due to design changes. Using old Galaxy Watch chargers on Watch 7 or Watch Ultra may generate more heat and take longer to charge. This is due to the new BioActive sensor...
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 6 cover display will support two popular email apps
Samsung is working on adding Gmail and Outlook support to the Flip 6's cover display. There's no timeframe for when FlexWindow support in these apps will roll out. You can use Good Lock to run third-party apps on Galaxy Z Flip's outer screen. Samsung did not make any notable upgrades...
Samsung's latest foldables might not be as rugged as you think
Samsung improved the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 resistance by transitioning to an IP48 rating from IPX8. New foldables can withstand solid foreign objects, but not dust or sand. Be cautious when taking your phones to the beach. You need to keep these devices away from pools...
Google Pixel 8a video review
The Google Pixel 8a is one of the better mid-range Android smartphones out there. That said, the mid-range landscape is full of great options from the likes of Nothing, OnePlus, and Xiaomi. Can the Google phone do enough to impress? Find out in this Google Pixel 8a review.
RingConn just one-upped Samsung's Galaxy Ring with a key Galaxy Watch 7 feature
Smart rings are the latest wearable trend, offering functionality in a comfortable and stylish package. Smaller brands like RingConn are leading the way in popularizing smart rings, with unique features like sleep apnea monitoring. The RingConn Gen 2 boasts impressive upgrades like thinner design, longer battery life, and multiple fitness-tracking...
All the apps you can safely remove on your Moto G Power 2024
The Moto G Power 2024 is a budget Android phone from Motorola with a 5,000mAh battery. However, its Dimensity 7020 processor offers a mediocre performance. It doesn't help that the Moto G Power includes many preinstalled apps. The bloatware dilutes your experience by hogging the phone's processor, taking up storage space, and cluttering the home screen. This guide shows you which apps you can remove safely without affecting your phone's performance.
Samsung will give Bixby an AI upgrade later this year
Samsung unveiled Galaxy Z Fold 6 & Flip 6 without mentioning Bixby, but plans to supercharge it with AI capabilities later this year. Bixby's last update in 2023 added an on-device mode, but it has not received any significant upgrades in 2024. Samsung may unveil AI-powered Bixby alongside One UI...
WhatsApp voice message transcription is coming to Android a year after debut on iOS
WhatsApp will soon bring voice message transcription to Android, making it easier to read messages in noisy environments or for those with hearing impairments. The feature currently supports English, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, and Hindi, with more languages possibly being added in the future. All voice message transcripts are generated...
Our favorite affordable smart speaker is now dirt cheap as it drops to lowest price ever
It may come as a bit of a surprise, but the Amazon Echo Pop is one of the best smart speakers you can buy. While it's small in size, it's still big on features. And perhaps best of all, it doesn't cost a lot of money, being one of the most affordable smart speakers on the market.
Apple and Google team up to make it easier to switch cloud photo storage
If you've been thinking about jumping ship and going from Android to iPhone, chances are, you've also been thinking of a clever and painless way to transfer your photos. There are a lot of different options, like direct transfer, but if you're like me and have been relying on cloud storage to back up all your photos and videos, it could make the move a bit trickier. Now you can always stay with your current provider, but if you wanted to go all in on Apple and move things over, there's now a solution that will make it easier.
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