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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 Find Hub adds 'left behind' alerts, matching Apple and Samsung features
Google has begun rolling out a "Notify when left behind" feature for its Find Hub network, which alerts users if they leave a tracking device or the item it's attached to behind. This functionality mirrors similar separ…
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Users call to "de-Google" as AI and platform changes limit information access
Users are expressing a growing sentiment to move away from relying on Google for information, citing its perceived decline in quality and increasing commercialization. With platforms like Reddit becoming less accessible…
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AI and hardware advancements shape complex tech landscape
Tech is currently in a complex state, marked by significant advancements in artificial intelligence and hardware, alongside a growing awareness of technology's societal impact. Despite these exciting developments, the o…
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Google Photos bug hiding edited images is fixed
Google has resolved a bug in Google Photos for Android that prevented edited images from appearing in the selection menus of other applications. This issue, which affected users who chose to save only the edited version…
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Tech Deals and New MacBook Pro Unveiled
This cluster aggregates tech news, including deals on various devices like the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and S26 Ultra, and a new HP OLED Copilot+ PC. Additionally, it highlights Apple's unveiling of a new MacBook Pro featuring…
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Google's Gemini 4 Argon challenges rivals with long context, mixed benchmark results · 2 sources tracked
Google has released Gemini 4 Argon, a new model designed to handle significantly longer contexts and improve performance in knowledge work and coding tasks. While Google's internal benchmarks show Argon outperforming co…
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New project offers alternatives to AI-integrated FOSS; Google TV streamer in development
A new project called Open Slopware is being developed to offer alternatives to free and open-source software (FOSS) projects that are incorporating large language models (LLMs) and AI. This initiative aims to provide op…
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Googlebook pre-orders begin Sept. 21 with Gemini AI integration
Google is set to open pre-orders for its new line of Android-based laptops, dubbed Googlebooks, on September 21st. These higher-end devices will run on a specialized version of ChromeOS with deep Android integration and…
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Google Messages integrates Keep Notes; tech deals offer savings on Galaxy Z Fold 8 and more
Google Messages has begun integrating Keep Notes functionality for Android users, following a recent announcement about an Android Drop. Separately, deals are available on various tech products, including the Galaxy Z F…
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Fairphone Gen 6+ and repairable tech discussed on The Sideload
This episode of The Sideload podcast features a discussion about repairable technology, with a focus on the new Fairphone Gen 6+. The conversation includes Fairphone's CTO, Chandler Hatton, alongside podcast hosts Will …
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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 …