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With fingers in pretty much every pie imaginable — search engines, phones, smart assistants, office software, even robots — Google is one of the biggest players in the tech industry, and it can be hard to keep up with everything they do. Thankfully, we keep up with it for you, whether you want reviews, in-depth analysis, or breaking news about what Google’s doing now.
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Snapseed Camera now lets Android users save original photos and add geotags
Google has updated Snapseed Camera for Android with geotag support, original photo saving and better file management for photographers.
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Google’s next Gemini upgrade might not arrive as soon as expected
Google has reportedly delayed Gemini 3.5 Pro after the AI model failed to meet internal coding goals, raising concerns about its pace in the AI race.
Gemini could finally let you choose how friendly it sounds
Google is testing voice customization for Gemini, letting users adjust energy, warmth, formality and speaking speed for a more personalized AI assistant.
You can now link your favorite apps to AI Mode in Google Search to get things done
Google Search's AI Mode can now connect to apps like Instacart, Canva, and YouTube Music to complete tasks for you.
You can now edit videos in Google Vids by simply describing the changes
Google has added Gemini Omni and personal avatars to Vids, giving paid users new ways to create, edit, and present videos without traditional editing tools.
NotebookLM just got a new name and a serious upgrade for Google AI Pro subscribers
Google has rechristened NotebookLM as Gemini Notebook, and the rebrand comes with an expansion of the upgrades that debuted on the Ultra tier last month.
Personal Intelligence in Search now connects to Google Calendar
Google AI Mode now connects with Calendar, letting Search create events and deliver responses tailored to your schedule and availability.
This smart knitted fabric can flip switches, count your steps, and even change shape
Harvard researchers created programmable knitted fabric that changes shape, acts as electronic switches, and could power the next generation of wearable technology.
Gaming against AI could make you more confident with real teammates
AI opponents in gaming boosted player confidence, increased playtime by 50 percent, and encouraged more people to team up with friends, according to new research.
Google rejects alarming report that says its Search AI tools are unsafe for kids
Google disputes a child-safety assessment of AI Overviews and AI Mode, arguing that its testing was unrealistic. The report documents troubling responses and questions whether parents have enough control over Search.
Google’s AI search just failed a major kids’ safety test, and it’s kind of alarming
A new Common Sense Media report says Google's AI Overview and AI Mode fail kids in crisis, hand out deepfake tips, andcan't even agree with themselves half the time.
Google just teased a Pixel 11 feature we have been waiting months to see
A multicolored light in Google’s new Pixel 11 series teaser may reveal how Pixel Glow will work on the upcoming Pixel 11 Pro.
Xiaomi beats Samsung to become the first non-Pixel phone with stable Android 17
While Samsung and others are still stuck in beta, Xiaomi has quietly started rolling out stable Android 17 to select Xiaomi 17 series phones.
Android’s biggest app store shake-up in years begins next week
Google Play opens to rival Android app stores in the US on July 22, but competing storefronts must meet Google’s requirements before users see any meaningful change.
Opera’s growth shows users will switch browsers when given a choice
Opera's browser is picking up serious market share in the US and UK, proving that when people get a real choice, they are happy to ditch the default.
It’s hot out there, but please stop putting your warm phones in the fridge
Experts and smartphone makers warn that putting an overheating phone in the fridge can cause condensation, leading to internal damage that may cost far more than overheating itself.
Gemini can make sense of the world around you, but don’t let it observe your children just yet
Researchers tested Gemini 2.5 Pro on parent-child interaction videos and found AI is reliable at observation but falls short when making expert-level judgments about child communication.
Pixel Watch 5 leak bares it all, and it seems Google is playing it safe again
Leaked Pixel Watch 5 renders reveal two sizes and four apparent finishes, but Google’s next smartwatch may pair its familiar pebble design with internal upgrades and a higher starting price.
I let Gemini take care of my houseplants, and they’ve never looked better
I used to lose more plants than I kept alive. Then I started asking Gemini for help, and my indoor jungle finally began to thrive.
I underestimated this NotebookLM feature until it completely changed how I study
A looming exam finally convinced me to try NotebookLM's Mind Maps. Now, it's the first feature I use whenever I start a new notebook.
If you shoot RAW, Snapseed just solved one of your biggest headaches
Snapseed's latest Android release adds support for most major RAW formats, plus in-tool undo and redo controls.
Pixel Watch permission error won’t go away, but there’s a weird fix
Pixel Watch owners are stuck with a Fitbit permission error that won't disappear, even after a factory reset. Thankfully, one user has found an odd workaround that actually works.
Google Home Speaker (2026) review: Smarter and punchier, with a subscription pinch
The latest edition of the Google Home Speaker serves a compelling mix of rewarding voice controls, surprisingly punchy audio output, and the most advanced suite of smart home features that you can get on a speaker under a $100 budget.
This Android malware can spy on your screen, read your texts, and control your phone remotely
A new version of RedHook Android malware uses your phone's own built-in debugging tool to take remote control of your device without needing root access or a USB cable.
The Pixel 11 may finally ditch Samsung’s modem for better battery life and connectivity
An FCC filing suggests Google's Pixel 11 could finally ditch Samsung's modem for better battery and connectivity.
New Pixel 11 leak reveals colors, specs, and a surprise accessory ahead of launch
With the Pixel 11 a month from its August 12 debut, a leaked set of retailer listings just revealed colors, specs, and a hint at Google's first ever item tracker
The best phones in 2026: our 14 favorite smartphones right now
Here are the best smartphones on the market today, from the Galaxy S26 Ultra to the iPhone 17. if you're shopping for a new phone, this roundup is for you.
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