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YouTube Music showing ads on Now Playing screen for free users

In addition to the advertising that plays after every few songs, YouTube Music appears to be adding ads to the Now Playing screen.
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After debuting in the conversation view earlier this week, Material 3 Expressive is coming to more parts of Google Messages beta, including the media viewer and search experience.
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Pixel owners are getting quick access to AI Mode via the Google Search bar that’s built into the Pixel Launcher.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 057: All About Pixel 10

Welcome to episode 57 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about the Pixel 10.
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Google is preparing new Pixel Watch features; ‘lock when left behind,’ water lock, more

Google is preparing a couple of new Pixel Watch features, including the ability to lock your phone when you leave it behind, as well as stopping accidental touches in the water.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s not just you: YouTube is down for some in partial outage

YouTube looks to be facing an outage, as down reports spike and the website looks to be operational for some users.
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Samsung confirms Galaxy Z ‘Fold 7’ and ‘Flip 7’ in the strangest way
We all know that Samsung has new foldables in the pipeline, but the company just confirmed the branding of Galaxy Z “Fold 7” and “Flip 7” in one of the strangest ways.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Defenchick, Doom & Destiny Worlds, and more
Before we all head off into the weekend to enjoy our time with Switch 2 (or wait anxiously for one to arrive), we are going to take a look at all of Friday’s best deals on Android games and apps. Alongside the Google Play offers, we are also still tracking Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra at $300 off with a FREE $200 keyboard case, the OnePlus Pad 3 alongside $300 in FREE add-ons, Pixel Watch 3 from $243, and a new all-time low on Microsoft’s 15-inch touchscreen Surface Laptop 7. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Doom & Destiny Worlds, Tower Defense TD: Defenchick, and more. Head below for a closer look.
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Samsung has new Galaxy Watch updates rolling out to these models
If you use a Galaxy Watch, you might want to check your settings as a new software update is rolling out for select models.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app rolling out ‘scheduled actions’ to AI Pro and AI Ultra

Following the 2.5 Pro model update yesterday, Google is introducing “scheduled actions” to the Gemini app.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube just started a new round of ad blocker bans, and people keep complaining about it

YouTube is in a war against ad blockers, with its latest move seemingly closing a loophole in Firefox, and people just keep complaining about it.
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OnePlus phones have a handy Gemini lockscreen shortcut missing from Pixel and Galaxy
OnePlus phones have had a Gemini shortcut on the lockscreen for a while now, something devices from Google and Samsung still lack, as highlighted by the company’s latest launch.
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Deals: Pixel Watch 3 up to $130 off, Galaxy Chromebook Plus, Surface Laptop 7 $400 off, Legion Go handheld, more
While there’s still time to capitalize on the ongoing Discover Samsung Summer Sale, we have some fresh deals to scope out today as well. Firstly Google Pixel Watch 3 is now available with as much as $130 in savings on open-box units with a full warranty, while the ongoing Pixel Tablet deals remain intact. From there we move over to some notable PC offers – Samsung’s “thinnest and lightest” Galaxy Chromebook Plus is back at its 2025 low with $125 knocked off the list price and Microsoft’s 15-inch touchscreen Surface Laptop 7 with the Snapdragon X Elite action has hit a new all-time low at $400 off. Just be sure to scope out the best price of the year on Lenovo’s Legion Go PC gaming handheld if you’re passing on Switch 2 and head below for more.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 7 is Samsung’s last circular Wear OS watch, and it’s just $199 right now

It’s not hard to find a Wear OS watch for a good price, but to have any lasting power, it’s usually smart to hand over a few more dollars. With a sale on the Galaxy Watch 7, though, you don’t have to choose, nor do you have to settle for the company’s upcoming new design.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Flip 7 FE will reportedly cost around $750

It appears Samsung is finally going to release an FE version of one of its foldables, and new reports indicate the company has decided on a price. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE edition will reportedly come with high-end specs and will only cost around $750.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle didn’t copy Open Canvas in Android 16, but even Oppo thinks it’s close enough

Open Canvas is perhaps the biggest and most impressive upgrade to smartphone multitasking we’ve ever seen, and Google is gearing up to launch similar functionality in Android 16. While Google didn’t directly copy the split-screen feature, even Oppo thinks it’s close enough and commends Google for implementing it in Android 16.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube reminds users that Premium Lite shows ads on Shorts, and it’s expanding

YouTube Premium was never supposed to be the tier that rids the site of ads. Instead, it’s an option offered by Google to users who want a trimmed experience for less money than a full Premium experience costs. In a change to some regions, Google reiterates that YouTube Premium Lite is going to start seeing ads in new spots.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music is still tweaking the Now Playing redesign

YouTube Music has been testing a redesign of the Now Playing screen since November of 2024. It’s not yet rolled out, and still in flux with YouTube Music now moving the thumbs up and down buttons.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle starts testing ‘Search Live’ in AI Mode

After previewing at I/O 2025, Google is beginning to test AI Mode’s new “Search Live” experience. Powered by Project Astra (just like Gemini Live), it lets you have a real-time conversation with Google.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s a list of some favorite devices that live on my desk, always

While fighting the constant battle to keep my office desk clean, I tend to always leave a few favorite devices and accessories on my desk. These bits of tech never leave my direct sight, and have become irreplaceable in my day-to-day use. This is my top tech.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages finally rolling out gallery + camera redesign with ‘HD+’ quality

After testing first got underway in November of 2024, Google Messages is now widely rolling out a big redesign of the gallery and camera interface.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung revives Galaxy S25 boosted trades and free storage upgrades, more

Samsung has brought back boosted trade-ins for Galaxy devices during a new summer sale event. The company is offering users up to $630 in instant credit and double storage for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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At I/O 2025, Google previewed a number of upcoming features for AI Mode, and the ability to create interactive charts is now in testing.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app gets UI tweaks, swipe left to launch Live gesture

In addition to the 2.5 Pro model update today, Google is also rolling out some UI tweaks to the Gemini app on Android, including a swipe left gesture for Live.
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