Android 16 coming Q2 2025 as Google readies ‘more frequent SDK releases’
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What the first Google Store in a mall looks like [Gallery]
Housed in a mall, Google Store Oakbrook outside of Chicago opens on Friday as the company’s fifth retail location for Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit products.
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After being announced earlier this year as “SearchGPT,” OpenAI has today officially launched ChatGPT Search, a new AI-powered search engine.
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Back in August, the Google Search bar widget was updated with Dynamic Color, and it’s now bringing back “Custom” colors.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Studio getting more Gemini to help app development
Besides providing an initial Android 16 timeline today, Google has a number of developer updates across Android Studio and the Play Store.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 16 coming Q2 2025 as Google readies ‘more frequent SDK releases’
Google announced today that “Android will have more frequent SDK releases,” while setting a Q2 2025 release date for Android 16, which will soon see a developer preview.
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Deals: OnePlus Buds Pro 3, Anker Prime Powerbank $80 off, 4-pack Galaxy SmartTag 2 trackers at $15.50 each, and more
Today’s roundup of the day’s best deals is now ready to go. Joining ongoing all-time low pricing on Galaxy Watch Ultra, today we spotted one of the best prices yet on the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3 with ANC and the vegan leather charging case as well as an $80 price drop on Anker’s Prime 250W 27,650mAh Powerbank with an onboard display and app control. From there we move over to a new Amazon low on Samsung’s 4-pack of Galaxy SmartTag 2 item trackers that is bringing pricing down to $15.50 a pop as well as some serious savings on this Hisense 100-inch 144Hz QLED Google Smart TV. All of that joins a host of tech accessories and even more in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Telegram update adds video quality selection for large channels
Videos are getting a big upgrade in Telegram. Users will be able to select which quality to watch received videos in, as well as enable PiP and adjust playback speed.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 debuts with flat display and a higher price ahead of global launch
After a lot of teasers, the OnePlus 13 is finally official in China, which tells us everything we need to know about the device ahead of its global debut.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Extensions for WhatsApp, Google Home, Phone, and Messages gradually rolling out
Following the Workspace additions in September, there are seven Gemini Extensions on Android, and Google is in the process of “gradually releasing” the next batch for WhatsApp, Google Home, Phone, and Messages. They replace the current Google Assistant fallback for those tasks.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Google TV Streamer remote is back in stock for $19.99
After dropping from availability, the Google TV Streamer remote is finally back in stock.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases holiday-themed Android figure with an adorable beanie
Google’s latest Android figure is an adorable holiday-themed “Bot” that’s wearing a sweater and beanie.
Expand Expanding CloseChannel 4 app finally comes to Android TV [Update]
After years of annoying workarounds, limitations, and frustrations, the Channel 4 streaming app has finally come to Android TV.
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Android Auto stops working on older phones
Google has started enforcing new Android Auto requirements more widely, with older phones running into a message that they “no longer support” the useful platform.
Expand Expanding CloseWaze ‘Conversational Reporting’ lets you literally call out road incidents
Waze is adding an AI-powered “Conversational Reporting” feature for incidents and obstructions when using the navigation system.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps getting Gemini search, review summaries, and Q&A
With over 2 billion monthly users, Google Maps is adding Gemini to power a trio of experiences that do seem quite useful on Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps adding weather disruption reporting & more detailed driving map
In addition to Gemini for search, summaries, and Q&A, Google Maps for Android and iOS are getting updates to improve the entire driving experience “from start to finish.”
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung developing Galaxy S25 ‘Slim’ to battle iPhone 17
Samsung has reportedly started working on a “Slim” version of its upcoming Galaxy S25 flagship ahead of Apple’s plans for a thinner iPhone 17.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV’s revamped app for free channels strangely disappears except on Streamer
Barely a month after its debut, Google TV seems to have rolled back its new Freeplay app for free channels on some devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle app finally gets Material 3 bottom bar on Android
The vast majority of Google apps have updated their bottom bar to the latest Material 3 design. The Google (Search) app did that last year before reverting, and it’s now back.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases Galaxy S25, XR ‘device’ in 2025, hints at cheaper foldable
Alongside its latest earnings, Samsung has started teasing plans for 2025, including the Galaxy S25 series, the long-awaited XR device, and a cheaper foldable as well.
Expand Expanding CloseNintendo’s new music app is a clone of YouTube Music
Nintendo Music was announced today as an Android and iOS app that lets you “enjoy some Nintendo tunes,” but the UI looks a lot like YouTube Music over the years.
Expand Expanding CloseThe ‘Pixel Cap’ is technically Google’s newest wearable
The US Google Store has a new round of “Official Merch” and the “Pixel Cap” is pretty good. It follows the first batch introduced in April.
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YouTube debunks viral homepage layout that hides video view counts and upload date
A screenshot of the YouTube homepage with videos that don’t show upload dates or view counts has been shared across social media this week, but YouTube says the new layout isn’t official.
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Honor Magic 7 and 7 Pro debut in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite, will launch globally
The Honor Magic 6 Pro was one of the best Android phones of 2024, and its sequel, the Magic 7 Pro, was just announced in China ahead of a global launch in the future.
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