Google has posted the changelog for January’s Pixel update. Unlike other months, there may not be countless fixes, but we still a few important ones. For example, there’s a fix for a battery drain issue that affected select models, a fix for an AOD flicker, as well as a fix for the touchscreens that would … Continued Read the original post: Not Many, But Important Bug Fixes for Pixels in... Read more ›
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The expected Pixel update schedule has changed in recent months for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series. Both the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series of phones should still be supported through 2026, 2027, and beyond, we’re just starting to question what the cadence for updates will be going forward. I bring this up … Continued Read the original post: Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Updates are Missing: Here’s... Read more ›
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We’ve entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or tablet or foldable, it’s time to grab the January Pixel update. For this January Pixel update, Google is pushing new builds to Pixel 7a up through the new Pixel 10 series. All Pixel … Continued Read the original post: January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel... Read more ›
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Google Home is getting a fresh set of starters/conditions and actions this week. These additions should make the idea of automation a bit easier for users. For example, you can now turn on your coffee machine, arm a security system, and control your robot vacuum. Naturally, you’ll need devices that support these actions and starters/conditions, … Continued Read the original post: Google Home Gets Fresh Set of Conditions and Actions... Read more ›
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Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple’s ecosystem. The collaboration will have Gemini models and cloud technology be the base of the next-gen Apple Foundation Models. That means Gemini will power “future Apple Intelligence features,” including a more personalized Siri coming this year. If … Continued Read the original post: Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on... Read more ›
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There’s something funky going on with Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few months of availability, demand tends to always tick in a downward line as we approach the launch of a new series. This has been the case dating back to at least the Galaxy S10 series. … Continued Read the original post: Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be... Read more ›
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You thought Bixby was on its last breath? Think again, with new screenshots and intel suggesting that Bixby is about to have a serious AI glow up. Screenshots from One UI 8.5 suggest a bunch of new AI-powered features for Bixby, bringing many of the things we use Gemini for to Galaxy devices. While Gemini/Google … Continued Read the original post: Screenshots Confirm Rebirth of Bixby, Powered by Perplexity AI Read more ›
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Opensignal returns with its latest report, dishing out awards for the carriers to use in its upcoming lineup of material. Everyone is a winner these days, since all of these carriers have done plenty of investing into their networks, but there is still one carrier who is winning the majority of awards. That would be … Continued Read the original post: T-Mobile Reigns Supreme in Latest Opensignal Report Read more ›
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The big pitch from US wireless carriers throughout 2025 was that by switching to their newest and most expensive plans, they would lock your plan price for the next however many years. T-Mobile went with a 5-year price lock, while Verizon decided that 3 years was enough. AT&T never did make a promise, although I wouldn’t … Continued Read the original post: Your Carrier’s Price Lock Guarantee is Meaningless Read more ›
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One of the best new features Google gave to Pixel 10 owners in 2025 was without a doubt the magic of AirDrop support on Android. Through Quick Share, Google figured out a way to be able to send and receive files with Apple devices, like an iPhone or Mac by way of AirDrop. It’s something … Continued Read the original post: Pixel 9 Might Be Next for AirDrop on Android... Read more ›
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The next evolution of Gmail could be an AI Inbox. I’m sure we all saw this one coming, but Google has started rolling it out to “trusted testers” and showed off a bit of a preview today. The idea behind an AI Inbox is that your inbox could be filled with unimportant garbage, so AI … Continued Read the original post: An AI Inbox is Coming For Gmail Read more ›
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Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I’m also not sure I anticipated them giving away several features for free to Gmail. And not just any features either, we’re talking about a handful of Gemini tools that you’ll probably use at some point. Google … Continued Read the original post: Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini... Read more ›
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T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-Mobile has a new plan that is aimed directly at AT&T and Verizon customers who may not be happy with their current carrier and want to save some money. The new plan is called “Better Value” … Continued Read the original post: T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and... Read more ›
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Now that T-Mobile no longer includes taxes and fees in their newer plans, they’ve realized that increasing them is a thing they can do much more frequently. You may recall a late payment fee increase at the end of last year. You may also remember in April when they increased one of their supposed regulatory … Continued Read the original post: T-Mobile Increasing a Fee It Already Increased Less Than... Read more ›
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With 2026 upon us, you may be looking for that first Google Pixel update of the year. Google already shared some Android update news as it relates to AOSP, but we have yet to see the January Pixel update arrive. When can we expect it? That timing is certainly somewhat of a mystery. However, we … Continued Read the original post: Where’s the January Pixel Update? Read more ›
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Google updated its Android Source pages today with a change for when it publishes source code to AOSP. In short, Google will now publish twice per year, in Q2 and Q4. They claim this is to align with their trunk stable development model. A new banner went up on the website moments ago and can … Continued Read the original post: Google Switches to Publishing Android Source Code Twice Per... Read more ›
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Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in price, prepaid has remained as a much more budget-friendly option, all while the plan benefits from postpaid have crept over. There are so many great prepaid options, all of which will save you money each … Continued Read the original post: Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan Read more ›
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In the world of meaningless posts, I have a good one for you today – the Google App icon on your phone now has a bigger “G” logo. Yeah, I know, this is uhhhh, a waste of your time, but it’s 2026 and that is where we are at. If you update your Google App, … Continued Read the original post: Google App Gets a Big “G” Upgrade Read more ›
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Samsung is taking an opportunity at CES 2026 to show off what could be a mighty improvement for its foldable lineup of devices — the first crease-less OLED panel. As many of you know, while Galaxy Z Fold devices can fold in half, the display panels do show off creases that some might find a … Continued Read the original post: Samsung Shows Off First Crease-less OLED Panel, Hopefully Destined... Read more ›
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In the world of smartphones, there aren’t as many choices as we once had. Companies like HTC and LG called it quits years ago, leaving us with 3 solid Android choices or the iPhone. If you are in the market for an Android phone, most are really only seriously looking at devices made by Samsung, … Continued Read the original post: Google Pixel vs. Samsung Galaxy: Which are You? Read more ›
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