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Google Brings Enhanced Accessibility with Gemini on Android and Chrome
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Starting with Android, Google is imbuing its TalkBack service with Gemini powers. Users can ask follow-up questions about the contents of the images or the entire screen. Expressive captions are available in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, and can express the audio more accurately. Chrome is getting two new features — Page Zoom and easier PDF access.

Google Testing “AI Mode” to Replace “I’m Feeling Lucky” on Search Page
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Google is testing an "AI Mode" on its search page, which may replace the "I'm Feeling Lucky" button. The feature, powered by Gemini 2.0, allows users to ask open-ended questions and receive answers through advanced reasoning. It is still under the early testing phase, but you can try it out via labs.google.com/search/aimode.le

Android 16’s Advanced Protection is a One-Stop Solution for All Your Worries
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Android 16 introduces Advanced Protection, a single toggle to activate all security measures. This includes new features like intrusion logging and existing ones such as theft detection and offline device lock. The feature ensures maximum security without the need to manually enable multiple settings.

Google’s Gemini Coming to WearOS, Android Auto, TV, and Android XR
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Google's Gemini AI is expanding to WearOS, Android Auto, Google TV, and Android XR. The smart AI chatbot will replace Google Assistant on all these devices as the default voice model, enhancing voice interactions across devices. It will make daily tasks more convenient and users will be able to interact with it using natural language commands.

Meet Find Hub, Google’s Revamped Tracking App with New Features
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Google is renaming Find My Device to Find Hub and is adding brand-new features to the same. The features include support for UWB tags like the Moto tag, Satellite Connectivity integration, and the ability to help you stay connected with Friends and Family.

Google Updates Its Iconic “G” Logo with a Gradient Design
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Google has refreshed its iconic “G” logo for the first time in a decade. The updated design blends its signature red, blue, green, and yellow colors into a gradient instead of distinct sections. First spotted in the Google app on iOS, it’s now appearing on Android devices as well. The reason behind the change is unclear, but speculation ties it to Google’s upcoming Android event.

Google’s iOS App Can Now Help “Simplify” Complex Topics
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Google has launched a new "Simplify" feature in its iOS app, powered by Gemini AI. This tool helps users understand complex topics by summarizing highlighted text. It maintains accuracy while simplifying medical, scientific, and other difficult concepts, ensuring no details are lost.

Google Accidentally Leaks Their Upcoming Android Material Redesign
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Google accidentally leaked details of their new Material 3 Expressive design for Android. The redesign is based on extensive research and aims to be more energetic and user-friendly. It appears to be cooler and helps users find components faster, and improves accessibility for older users.

Google is revamping the Clock app with Material 3 Expressive, featuring a new font, elongated time selectors, and bigger floating action button. The new look is a shift from the rounder appeal to a more circular rectangular layout.

Losing Google Search Deal Could Spell Disaster for Firefox
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Google's search deal with Mozilla is under scrutiny by the Department of Justice. Mozilla CFO Eric Muhlheim testified that they would have to make "significant cuts" and and potentially the end of Firefox

AI Mode in Google Search is Rolling Out to More Users
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Google is widely rolling out AI Mode in Google Search for free. Users don't need to join the waiting list to get access. That said, it's currently limited to US users only.

Google Schedules a Surprise “Android Show” Event Before I/O 2025
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Google has announced that it will be holding a separate livestream event for Android ahead of Google I/O 2025. It's called The Android Show, and it will be about all the new things and future developments coming to Android. The event will be held on May 13 at 10 AM PT and the President of the Android Ecosystem, Sameer Samat, will be hosting it.

Google Addresses Pixel 7a Battery Swelling with a Free Repair Program
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In a blog post published by Google yesterday, the firm has announced an Extended Repair Program for the Pixel 7a. Google states that it has identified certain Pixel 7a phones that might experience unexpected battery swelling and is offering free battery replacement to the units that might be eligible. Besides, Google is also offering appeasement. If your Pixel 7a is out of warranty, and you opt for appeasement, you can get $200 (USD) back in local currency or $300 off Google hardware discount code to purchase another Pixel off of the Google Store. If your Pixel 7a is under warranty, you can get $456 back in your local currency (except India and the US).

Pixel 9a Review: Not Love at First Sight, But Give It a Week
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The Google Pixel 9a is a subtle but an improved take on Google's refined formula, featuring a good ergonomic design, without a protruding camera bar, a good display and the biggest battery we have seen on a Pixel. However, the Tensor G4 processor remains to be a disappointment if you push it through heavy workloads, and the cell reception is infuriating. But if you can look past that then you get the best of what Android has to offer, with 7 years of updates promise. It has its quirks, but it proves to be a good device for regular day to day usage.

Google Weighs India for Pixel Production Amid Tariff Uncertainty
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Google is in talks with its local contract manufacturers — Foxconn and Dixon Technologies, to move a significant part of Pixel manufacturing to India. As you may have guessed, this seems to more of a safety measure due to the uncertainty looming around the state of US tariffs. Although the partners produce 43,000 to 45,000 devices each month, reports suggest that the plan is to bump that number by making more parts in India. This includes the enclosures, chargers, fingerprint sensors and Batteries.

Google Messages Will Now Blur Nude Photos You Didn’t Ask For
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Google is rolling out Sensitive Content Warnings in Messages. It's a feature that automatically blurs nude images in the app. The feature is a part of Android's System SafetyCore, and is gradually rolling out to all users. Upon receiving a sensitive image, the feature lets you choose to view or not view it, block the sender without viewing the image, or take you to a page that tells you why nude images can be harmful. Users can also blur it back by tapping a “Remove Preview” option.

Google One AI Premium with Gemini Advanced Now Free for Students
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The Google One AI Premium plan is now free for students starting today. The free premium which otherwise costs $19.99 can now be redeemed without any fees and will last until June 30th, 2026. It's worth noting that the offer is only available until June 30 this year. With this, you can enjoy all of Gemini's perks, including the latest Veo 2, 2 TB of storage, Gemini Advanced (2.5 Pro), NotebookLM Plus, and more.

How to Generate AI Videos Using Google’s Veo 2 for Free
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Google's Veo 2 model for generating videos is available for free on AI Studio. You don't need a Gemini Advanced subscription. You can produce an 8-second video clip in 720p resolution for free.

Pixel Watch 3 Gains Loss of Pulse Feature in the US
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Google received FDA clearance for Loss of Pulse back in February and is finally rolling out the feature to Pixel Watch 3 users in the US. For those unaware, as the name suggests, upon detecting no heart beat or a loss of pulse, the feature immediately rings emergency services to maximize the chances of saving the victim.

Google’s AI-Powered NotebookLM Could Soon Get Its Own App
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Google is working on a native app for its popular NotebookLM tool. The app could to have a similar interface to its progressive web app layout split into Sources, Chat, and Studio tabs. A dedicated app could make the feature more accessible, especially in developing regions.

Google Expands Scam Detection to Pixel Watch 3 and 2
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Google has acknowledged the availability of Scam Detection on Pixel Watches. The feature is rolling out to Pixel Watch 2 and 3 starting today, and you can start using it if you have a Pixel 9. It's also worth mentioning that Scam Detection on Pixel Watches is only available in the US and in English language. Since Pixel Watches don't boast the hardware to run the models onboard, you need to be connected to your Pixel phone to use the feature. This is regardless of if you have an LTE or WI-Fi-only variant.

AI Mode in Google Search is Rolling Out to Free Users
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Google is rolling out AI Mode for free in the US. You need to enable AI Mode in Google Search via Google Labs. Besides that, you can also upload images and videos on AI Mode to perform visual searches.

Pixel 10 Leak Suggests Major Camera Upgrades on the Horizon
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The Pixel 10 series is expected to feature significant camera upgrades. The base model will have a triple camera setup with a 50MP main camera, 13MP ultrawide, and 11MP telephoto lens. The Pixel 10 Pro will have a 50MP main, 48MP telephoto, and 48MP ultrawide camera setup, with a larger zoom range.

YouTube Testing High-Quality Audio for Premium Subscribers
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YouTube may introduce a new feature allowing users to control sound quality in videos. The feature, found in the latest YouTube Beta app, will offer three audio presets: Auto, Normal, and High. However, it may be exclusive to YouTube Premium subscribers, which could be a disappointment for non-subscribers.

How to Schedule a Text Message on Android
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The process of scheduling text messages is much easier now, thanks to Google solving Android's messaging fragmentation. Google Messages is now comes built-in on almost all Android smartphones, which means there's only one size fits all method to schedule text messages on Android. All you need to do is click the "+" icon > Schedule message send > type your text > select date and time > click paper plane icon. Besides, you can also use third-party apps like Textra, SMS Organizer, and Auto Text.

Android 16 Could Revive Lock Screen Widgets on Phones
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In an FAQ published on the Android Developers Blog, Google has confirmed that lock screen widgets are coming to AOSP for tablets and smartphones after Android 16 QPR1. For those wondering when the update will hit AOSP, it's scheduled for late Summer 2025, which probably means sometime in September this year. Android expert Mishaal Rahman enabled Lock Screen Widgets on his device. The widgets can be accessed by swiping right on the lock screen, just like on the Pixel Tablet.

Google Search has received a new AI Mode that is designed to handle multi-part questions where further exploration is required. It's powered by a custom version of Gemini 2.0 model. Currently, the feature is rolling out to Google One AI Premium subscribers.

Qualcomm and Google Team Up for 8 Years of Android Updates
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Qualcomm is now allowing up to 8 years of Android updates on their latest Snapdragon processors. This decision, made in collaboration with Google, will enable devices to receive 8 years of security patches and updates without requiring additional effort from manufacturers.

A Cheaper YouTube Premium Plan May Well Be On Its Way
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YouTube's parent company Alphabet is planning to introduce a lower-priced subscription option, called "Premium Lite," which will offer an ad-free experience for non-music content at a reduced price. The new plan is expected to be available in the US, Australia, Germany, and Thailand.

How to Delete a Page in Google Docs
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One of the things that really sends people is when trying to get rid of a page, which could be both straightforward and confusing at the same time. But fear not! In this guide, let's go through all the possible ways and edge cases you may encounter when deleting a page in Google Docs. On Google Docs website, you can delete a page using the delete key or adjusting margins, line spacing. On the app, you can do the same or delete the page breaks.

How to Enable Dark Mode in Google Docs
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While Google has rolled out dark mode to most of its products, Google Docs is yet to get dark mode on PC. Dark mode for Google Docs is available on Android and iOS apps. Regardless of the platform, if you're a frequent Google Docs user, you can turn on dark mode on Google Docs app by going to the hamburger menu > Settings > Theme. On PC, you can download the Dark Reader extension to force Google Docs to go into Dark Mode.

Android 16 May Finally Bring Apple-like Battery Health Insights
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The latest Android 16 Beta 2 update reveals a potential battery health feature, allowing users to view their battery's current capacity compared to a new one. The feature will be available in Settings > Battery > Battery health, and also includes options for charging optimization and recalibrating battery measurements.

12 Best Chrome Alternatives You Should Try Out
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Google is infamous for data collection, by using another Google service, we're essentially giving Google easy access to see and assume what's happening in our lives. Therefore, we'll show you some of the best privacy-focused and better alternatives to Chrome. Some of them include Firefox, Waterfox, Brave, Safari, and many more.

Google Pixel 9a Colors Revealed in Almost-Official Renders
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The Pixel 9a will come in four colorways — Obsidian, Porcelain, Peony, and Rock Blue. The colors do pop off and look great, especially the Peony and the Blue. The latter is slightly closer to the iPhone 16's Ultramarine shade. Besides, we also get a look at the design, which suggests the previous leaks were indeed true.

How to Hide Apps on Your Google Pixel Phone
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One of the easiest ways to hide apps on a Google Pixel is by using Private Space. Some of the other methods involve using a third-party launcher like Lawnchair or Niagara launcher, using a third-party app called Amarok Hide, or by disabling the app you want to hide.

Pebble Watches Are Making a Comeback as Google Open-Sources PebbleOS
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PebbleOS was the heart of Pebble smartwatches and Google making it open-source means Pebble is back from the dead. Pebble's founder Eric posted that he and his small team have already started working on the next Pebble smartwatch and shared a feature set the watch will come with. This includes an Always-on e-paper screen, longer battery life, and dedicated buttons to control music.

How to Disable Duplicate Notifications on Google Pixel
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Duplicate notifications can be annoying but Google has a workaround on Pixel devices where dismissing the notification on one Google Pixel phone will also dismiss it on another Pixel say, the Tablet. The setting can be found on the Notifications settings page on Pixels and can be toggled on. The feature will dismiss duplicate notification on your main device if the same notification is dismissed on another Pixel device. Some of the other ways to dismiss duplicate notifications is by disabling certain notification channels of the app that keeps sending you duplicate notifications.

Google is working on four Pixel 11 models all bearing (pun intended) bear-themed codenames. The codenames for Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold are cubs, grizzly, kodiak, and yogi. The Pixel 10a's codename is stallion. The Pixel 11 series is supposed to come out in Q2 2026.

How to Factory Reset Your Google Pixel Phone
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There are multiple ways to factory reset a Pixel, and each can be used depending on the context of the issue. The easiest way to do is is from Settings. You can also factory reset a Pixel from the recovery, from Find My Device, and using Android Flash Tool.

Stuck in a Game? Google’s Circle to Search Could Soon Help with That
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Google is expanding its Circle to Search capability with a new Get Game Help feature. This will allow users to bring up Circle to Search, and use it to reverse image search a screenshot of your current game screen. However, it brings up a lot of questions related to its functionality and how effective it will be in practical use.

How to Export Bookmarks on Google Chrome
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There are two ways to export bookmarks from Chrome — as an HTML file to later import it manually or by importing bookmarks automatically on your new browser. The latter is easier but exporting manually is a universal method that works regardless of whether your new browser supports importing from other browsers.

Google Proposes to End Mandatory App Bundling on Android in Antitrust Case
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In the antitrust case, Google is proposing some remedies to end its monopolistic practices. It will unbundle Google apps and Android device manufacturers will have the freedom to choose Google apps individually. However, Google also maintains that it must be allowed to do deals with companies like Apple and Mozilla.