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  • Closeup of a phone with the Nest app stuck on a loading screen
    3

    The Nest app is down for many users

    The official Nest status page claims everything is running smoothly.

    By Will Shanklin 8 hours ago Read More
  • Screenshot of a Google notification, warning of limited 5GB free storage unless linking a phone number
    1

    New Google accounts may only get 5GB free storage — unless you link a phone number

    Google describes it as a regional test.

    By Will Shanklin 1 day ago Read More
  • An Android logo at Google's booth at CES 2023.
    1

    Android 17 includes better iOS file sharing and a forced break for addictive apps

    Google is also launching 3D Emoji.

    By Devindra Hardawar 3 days ago Read More
  • A building with grey siding and windows bears the SpaceX logo.
    1

    Google is reportedly considering working with SpaceX on orbital data centers

    The company has been working on the idea since the end of 2025.

    By Igor Bonifacic 3 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of the keyboard on a Googlebook laptop.
    2

    Googlebooks are the Android-based evolution of the Chromebook

    Google's only giving us a tease of what it has planned for its new laptop lineup.

    By Nathan Ingraham 3 days ago Read More
  • A Googlebook logo and Control, Shift, Function and Google keys on the keyboard
    10

    Everything announced at The Android Show: I/O 2026 edition

    Google had a whole lot of news to share, including on new laptops and Gemini Intelligence.

    By Kris Holt 3 days ago Read More
  • The new bank feature in action.
    1

    Google announces upcoming security tools for Android, including enhanced protection against banking scam calls

    The Live Threat Detection feature is also getting a major upgrade.

    By Lawrence Bonk 3 days ago Read More
  • With auto browse, Gemini in Chrome can complete tasks for the user.
    1

    Gemini in Chrome arrives on Android devices in June

    A device with at least 4GB of RAM is required to use the software.

    By Igor Bonifacic 3 days ago Read More
  • A preview of the new UI in Android Auto coming later in 2026.
    8

    Android Auto is getting a big makeover for 2026

    Upgrades include a revamped UI, support for widgets, immersive 3D maps and more.

    By Sam Rutherford 3 days ago Read More
  • Meta's Instagram app for Android tablets.
    0

    Instagram's in-app camera will support Ultra HDR and Night Sight on Android

    Meta is also finally delivering an Instagram app for Android tablets.

    By Karissa Bell 3 days ago Read More
  • Google's logo in front of its headquarters.
    3

    Google announces its first-ever discovery of a zero-day exploit made with AI

    The Google Threat Intelligence Group said its proactive measures stopped a “mass exploitation event.”

    By Jackson Chen 4 days ago Read More
  • A title card for The Android Show shows a translucent Android bot against a black background.
    1

    How to watch The Android Show: Google I/O Edition on May 12

    Watch the entire event unfold on YouTube.

    By Igor Bonifacic 8 days ago Read More
  • A composite image showing a person wearing a band while in bed and while lifting weights.
    4

    The Google Fitbit Air is an AI-infused take on Whoop wearables

    It's basically a small Fitbit Inspire without a strap.

    By Cherlynn Low 9 days ago Read More
  • Screenshots of the Google Health app.
    0

    Google is turning the Fitbit app into a unified portal for your health and fitness data

    The new Health app is rolling out on May 19.

    By Mariella Moon 9 days ago Read More
  • The Google logo on a clear glass office building.
    2

    Google's AI search results will now turn to Reddit for expert advice

    AI responses now also recommend in-depth articles and links to sources you already subscribe to.

    By Ian Carlos Campbell 9 days ago Read More
  • Google Chrome's log-in screen.
    6

    Chrome downloads a 4GB AI file without user consent, researcher alleges

    At least there's a toggle to easily turn this off.

    By Nathan Ingraham 9 days ago Read More
  • A spaceship attacking a structure.
    1

    Google just bought a stake in the maker of Eve Online to train its AI models

    DeepMind will research player behavior in the space-based RPG.

    By Lawrence Bonk 9 days ago Read More
  • Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei speaks in front of an orange backdrop, hands lifted by his chin.
    1

    Anthropic reportedly agrees to pay Google $200 billion for chips and cloud access

    This five-year deal is one of many circular agreements keeping the AI sector afloat.

    By Anna Washenko 10 days ago Read More
  • An adult presses the buzzer on a video doorbell device that that's attached to a wall while smiling at a child.
    1

    Google Home gains more Gemini-powered camera features

    The company also updated Gemini for Home for those in an early access program.

    By Kris Holt 10 days ago Read More
  • A screenshot of Chrome on an Android phone
    1

    Chrome on Android will now let you share your approximate location

    The feature is also coming to desktops soon.

    By Devindra Hardawar 10 days ago Read More
  • The next installment of The Android Show is happening a week ahead of Google I/O on May 12.
    1

    Google will livestream The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 12

    The virtual event will showcase some of the biggest changes to the OS in years.

    By Sam Rutherford 10 days ago Read More
  • Gemini logo
    1

    Google’s Pentagon AI deal reportedly drove the DeepMind team to unionize

    DeepMind workers in the UK have voted to unionize.

    By Mariella Moon 11 days ago Read More
  • The Gemini icon sits next to the icons for ChatGPT and Claude in an iPhone folder
    1

    Gemini can now generate files, including Microsoft Word and LaTeX documents

    No need to copy and paste Gemini's outputs anymore.

    By Igor Bonifacic 16 days ago Read More
  • YouTube Shorts on a Google TV device.
    0

    The Google TV platform will soon display YouTube Shorts videos directly on the home page

    There are also new generative AI tools, because they must be stuffed into everything.

    By Lawrence Bonk 16 days ago Read More
  • Three screenshots, showing phases of the digital try-on feature in Google Photos Wardrobe
    1

    Google Photos Wardrobe will scan your pictures to compile a digital version of your closet

    At least now you can figure out what to wear without physically going to your closet?

    By Will Shanklin 16 days ago Read More
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