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Google to allow search bar removal on Pixel home screens in Android 17
The evidence suggests Google is planning to allow users to remove the search bar from Pixel phone home screens in Android 17. This is a significant potential change given Google's core business. Tracking the Android 17 QPR1 beta release will be key to confirming this.
Google Workspace apps to receive new icons
9to5Google has previewed new icons for Google Workspace apps like Gmail and Drive. While a user has recreated these icons for early use, the official release is anticipated. This indicates a visual refresh for Google's productivity suite.
Ecovacs robot vacuums see price drops due to stabilized tariffs
Ecovacs has implemented significant price reductions on its robot vacuums, citing stabilized US tariffs. This is noteworthy as 9to5Google frequently covers Ecovacs, indicating a strong consumer interest and market presence for these devices.
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Google offers Pixel 11 pre-order discounts via email
Google is proactively offering discounts on its upcoming Pixel 11 smartphones by sending personalized discount codes via email. These codes, ranging from $100 to $250, are intended for pre-orders of the new device, whic…
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Google Gemini Voice Assistant: User Frustration Over Unreliable Performance and Complex Disabling
Google's Gemini voice assistant has faced criticism for unreliable performance, with independent tests contradicting Google's claims of fixes for smart home commands. Users attempting to disable Gemini often struggle du…
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Lenovo Googlebooks leak ahead of fall launch
Lenovo's upcoming Googlebooks have been leaked, revealing two sizes and a 2-in-1 tablet configuration. These devices are expected to launch in the fall.
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Sony reportedly plans WH-1000XM4 headphone reboot with lower price
Sony is reportedly planning to re-release its WH-1000XM4 headphones, potentially as the WH-1000XM4C, with a lower price point. The new version is expected to retain most features of the original 2020 model, with minor c…
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Sunbird relaunches iMessage app for Android after privacy fix
Sunbird has relaunched its iMessage app for Android users, three years after it was initially removed due to a significant privacy breach. The app allows Android users to send and receive iMessages, complete with blue t…
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Google Assistant sunsetting on Android Sept 4, Gemini takes over
Google is phasing out Google Assistant on Android and Wear OS devices starting September 4, 2026, with Gemini becoming the primary AI-powered assistant. This transition will affect smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, an…
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Google reportedly developing 'Pixel Tag' item tracker to rival Apple AirTag
Google is reportedly developing a new item tracker, potentially named the 'Pixel Tag', which could rival Apple's AirTag. An image of this device, described as small and oval-shaped, was obtained by 9to5Google. This move…
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Google Pixel 11 Series Faces Price Hike Amid Tech Industry Trends
Google's Pixel 11 series is reportedly facing a price increase, a trend seen across the tech industry. This price hike is particularly contentious due to specific factors that make it less palatable for consumers, as hi…
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Pixelated Podcast Discusses Upcoming "Made by Google" Event
This week's Pixelated podcast, episode 107, features hosts Damien, Abner, and Will discussing speculation surrounding Google's upcoming "Made by Google" event. The conversation includes insights into new phone releases …
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 leaks ahead of launch, closely resembles Z Flip 7
Leaked images and specifications for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 suggest it will bear a strong resemblance to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 7. The new model is expected to launch soon, with details emerging …
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Google Pixel 11 leak hints at vibrant magenta and peach color options
Leaked Amazon listings suggest the upcoming Google Pixel 11 may be available in vibrant new color options, including magenta and peach. While these listings are not officially confirmed and have since been removed, they…
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Google Pixel 11 rumored to launch with new color options
This year's Google Pixel 11 lineup is rumored to feature several new color options, as suggested by recently deleted Amazon listings. The purported Pixel 11 may be available in a 'Fuchsia (Hibiscus)' color, indicating a…
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Google Pixel Lineup May See Price Increases This Year
Google's upcoming Pixel lineup, including the Pixel 10 and Pixel Watch 5, may see a price increase this year. A report suggests that the starting price for the 41mm Pixel Watch 5 could rise to $399. This potential price…
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Pixelated Podcast discusses Google's new smart speaker and 'rest days'
This episode of the Pixelated Podcast features a discussion on Google's latest smart speaker, with hosts Damien, Abner, and Will sharing their initial impressions. The conversation also touches upon the concept of 'rest…
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Samsung phases out its Messages app for Google Messages on Galaxy phones
Samsung is discontinuing its native Messages app on Galaxy smartphones in the U.S. starting July 2026, urging users to switch to Google Messages. This move follows Samsung's decision to make Google Messages the default …
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Pixelated Podcast: Siri's Integration with Gemini AI Explored
The Pixelated Podcast, episode 104, discusses the integration of Google's Gemini AI into Apple's Siri. Hosts Abner, Damien, and Will explore this development and its potential impact on the Android ecosystem, alongside …
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Nothing cancels CMF phone release due to rising RAM prices
Nothing's budget brand, CMF, has canceled plans for a new phone this year, citing the significant increase in RAM prices. The company's co-founder, Akis Evangelidis, explained that current memory costs make it impossibl…
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Google Chrome to End Support for Legacy Ad Blockers
Google is phasing out support for older ad blockers in its Chrome browser by removing workarounds for Manifest V2 extensions. This change will effectively disable popular ad blockers like the original uBlock Origin. The…
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Google Chrome to End Support for Legacy Ad Blockers
Google Chrome is set to eliminate the remaining workarounds for older ad blockers in versions 150 and 151, scheduled for release in late June and July. This move will effectively end support for these legacy ad-blocking…
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Pixelated Podcast discusses Siri's potential Gemini integration and Google news
The Pixelated Podcast, hosted by 9to5Google's Abner, Damien, and Will, covered significant AI developments in its recent episodes. Episode 104 focused on Siri potentially integrating Gemini AI, while episode 103 delved …