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Google Home adds new camera features and support for Nest Cam Outdoor

Public Preview users can now link their first-generation Nest Cam Outdoor to Google Home and access a couple new features across a variety of cameras.
Android 14 logo on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Your Android phone is getting lots of fun new features this month

Google has announced plenty of new features for the Google Messages app, Wear OS, and even Google TV in a big update expected to land very soon.
Google Maps running on a Pixel 8 Pro, showing the new colors as of November 2023.

Google Maps got a major update, and people hate it

Google has rolled out a fresh coat of paint for its Maps app to widespread complaints. Here's why folks are so unhappy with it.
Google Chat app on the Play Store.

Google just redesigned one of its biggest apps, and it’s bad

Google Chat just received a major update, including a new way to navigate the app. And it's ... something else.
An AI-generated image of a famous Hawaiian singer.

Fake AI images are showing up in Google search — and it’s a problem

AI-generated images have begun showing up in Google's search results for a famous singer.
The Google "G" logo on an Android phone.

How to save your data from Google’s purge of inactive accounts

Google is about to begin deleting inactive Google accounts, meaning you could lose valuable data. Here's what you need to do to keep your account.
Google Drive in Chrome on a MacBook.

Watch out: Google Drive may have lost months of data

Cloud storage is often thought to be one of the safest options for backing up your data, but users are reporting issues with Google Drive.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the back of the phone.

Google is finally fixing an annoying issue with its Pixel phones

Downloading and installing updates on Google Pixel phones can be a long, tedious experience. Thankfully, it looks like that's about to get a whole lot better.
Google Pixel Fold in Obsidian showing Gmail app on inner display.

10 helpful Gmail tips and tricks everyone should know

There's more to Gmail than you might think. Here's how to make the most of it, including tips on scheduling your emails and much more.
A map of the world.

Google’s new AI model means the outlook for weather forecasting is bright

Google DeepMind has shared exciting news of GraphCast, an AI model that looks set to revolutionize weather prediction.
A blue Google Pixel 8 Pro, laying face-down next to a small pumpkin and squash.

I’ve had the Google Pixel 8 Pro for a month. Here’s why I’m keeping it

I've had the Google Pixel 8 Pro for over a month. Is it still one of the year's best Android phones? Have software bugs ruined it? Here's what I've learned.
The Google "G" logo on an Android phone.

Google witness accidentally reveals how much Apple gets for Safari search

A recent report suggested that this translated to a colossal $18 billion for Apple in 2021, though the deal between the two tech behemoths is now under threat.
A person holds a phone with the Google logo and word 'Bard' on the screen. In the background is a Google Bard logo.

Google tackles scammers offering malware-laden ‘Bard’ tool

Google says it's suing alleged scammers who are offering malware-laden generative AI software called Bard – the same name as Google’s own generative AI tool.
The Fitbit Inspire 3 on a rock.

The future of Fitbit doesn’t look good

Google's acquisition of fitness-tracking company Fitbit seemed like a big move at the time, but four years later, the future of Fitbit looks uncertain.
The Google "G" logo on an Android phone.

Heads up — your Google account may get deleted next month

Starting in December 2023, Google will start deleting inactive accounts. Here's why it's happening, and how you can save your account before it's gone forever.
The Google Pixel 8 with the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 6.

Google’s Pixel phones are in trouble

Google's Pixel phones are great, especially the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. But they're also facing serious problems that are hard to overlook.
Google Pixel 8 in white and pink.

Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. Google Pixel 8: don’t buy the wrong Pixel

Google's latest flagships are here, but which is the better choice for you: the Google Pixel 8 or the Google Pixel 8 Pro? We compared them to find out.
Google Pixel Watch 2 with several different band styles.

Google Pixel Watch 2 vs. Google Pixel Watch: should you upgrade?

The Google Pixel Watch 2 brings substantial under-the-hood changes. But should you ditch your first-generation Pixel Watch for it? Let's find out!
Renders of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra next to each other.

Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 UItra: don’t buy the wrong one

The Pixel 8 Pro targets an audience that wants the best of Android, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra sits at the hardware summit. Which one's best for you?
Holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of a bush.

The Google Pixel 8 just got its first update. Here’s what’s new

Google has released the first software update for the Pixel 8 series phones, but instead of adding new tricks, it focuses on correcting some nagging issues.
An iPhone 15 Pro in Blue Titanium (left) and Google Pixel 8 Pro in Porcelain showing camera modules.

I tested the Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro. This one has the best camera

Google and Apple both have flagship phones with the Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro, respectively. But which one takes better photos? I found out.
The Google Pixel Watch 2's charging puck.

There might be something wrong with the Google Pixel Watch 2

The Google Pixel Watch 2 just launched last month, but there's already a problem with it: some users can't get it to charge. Here's what's going on.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro horizontally.

This one Google Pixel 8 Pro feature is driving me crazy

So far, the Google Pixel 8 Pro has been a really enjoyable phone. But there's one feature that's driving me crazy.
Android 14 logo on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Don’t update your Pixel phone — a new Android update might break it

Have a Google Pixel phone? Get a new Android 14 update? You may want to hold off on updating for now.
A rose Google Pixel 8 (left) held in hand with a green iPhone 15.

Google Pixel 8 vs. iPhone 15: did Google finally beat Apple?

Google has released the Google Pixel 8, and it's an excellent smartphone. But how does it fare against Apple's latest iPhone 15? We found out.
Screenshots showing off new features for Google Maps.

Google injects AI into Maps in major update

Google introduced a major update for Maps on Thursday, adding a bunch of new features that make the app even more powerful.
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I just spent $100 on Google Photos for a ridiculous reason

Google Photos is one of the best cloud photo libraries around — and I just spent $100 on it for a very silly reason.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of their face.

Google Pixel 8 Pro users are finding weird ways to use the phone

The Pixel 8 Pro's temperature sensor might sound like a solution searching for a problem, but users are finding practical scenarios where it's useful.
Someone holding the Bay blue Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I refuse to buy the Google Pixel 8 Pro, and it’s all Google’s fault

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is out, and as a longtime Pixel fan, I should be frothing at the mouth to get it. Only, I'm actually annoyed. Here's why.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8.

There’s something about the Google Pixel 8 that worries me

I've had the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro for a couple of weeks, and I quite like them. But there's something about them that worries me.
The Home Screen on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

OnePlus is about to put the Google Pixel 8 Pro to shame

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has one of the brightest displays available on a smartphone. However, that won't be the case for long.
A hacker typing on an Apple MacBook laptop, which shows code on its screen.

Hackers are using this incredibly sneaky trick to hide malware

Watch out next time you click a Google Ad, as hackers have a new way to make malware sites almost impossible to spot. Now, a password manager has fallen victim.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of a colorful background.

Some Pixel 8 Pro owners are reporting a display color issue

Some owners of Google's new Pixel 8 Pro are reporting an odd color-related issue affecting the display, though the company has yet to officially acknowledge it.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro sitting upright on a park bench.

Is the Google Pixel 8’s Tensor G3 chip any good? We found out

Google's latest Tensor G3 chip on the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro is said to bring performance and AI improvements. But does it live up to the promise?