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Google Messages will let you record a 3-second ‘Selfie GIF’
After adding a custom camera, Google Messages should be in the process of rolling out “Selfie GIFs.”
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Sony is injecting new life into the Bravia namesake with a lineup of 16 new TVs, all running Google TV and some proprietary features for those who’ve bought into the company’s ecosystem.
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Google Photos is preparing to replace the Library tab with a redesigned “Collections” page alongside a new way to filter out “clutter.”
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Auto updates have broken WhatsApp messages, fix rolling out [U]
One of the best parts of Android Auto is the ability to send and reply to messages from apps on your phone, but for many, that’s broken with WhatsApp as of late.
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With Google Arts & Culture getting a dark theme today, one of the last first-party holdouts has folded.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel Fold is $500 off in Wednesday’s best deals, plus microSD cards and more
A chance to save $500 on Google Pixel Fold is here, which comes joined by storage offers on the Android smartphone-ready Land PNY’s 1TB PRO microSD card at $68 and Skullcandy’s bass-heavy Crusher ANC 2 headphones at $140. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle continues to prep satellite support on Pixel, including Maps location sharing
Satellite connectivity still hasn’t really made its debut on Android yet, but it’s clear Google is making an effort with it on Pixel phones and, apparently, also in Google Maps.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps will no longer store review drafts (not that anyone knew it could)
Google Maps reviews are a valuable resource, but the service is losing the ability to store drafts of a review in progress.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Pad Go will go on sale in Europe from April 23
OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus Pad Go – a mid-range Android tablet – is set to go on sale in Europe from April 23.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung might be switching to a vertically scrolling app drawer
Android’s app drawer is one of the platform’s key features, and it’s changed a bit over the years. For a while now, a vertically scrolling list has become the popular way to implement the Android app drawer, and it seems that Samsung might finally be making the switch.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Keep reminders may be coming to Google Tasks, too
Google Keep is super useful as a notes app, but it also features the ability to create reminders too. Soon, it appears that Google Tasks will be able to import reminders from Keep.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps will suggest transit, walking alternatives next to driving routes
Ahead of Earth Day, Google Maps is adding a handful of features to make traveling more sustainable, like offering transit and walking alternatives instead of driving.
Expand Expanding CloseEven if this Pixel Buds Pro 2 battery info is real, it doesn’t say anything useful
We first reported that Google will be debuting a sequel to Pixel Buds Pro this year, and now a supposed regulatory listing has surfaced that maybe reveals the battery capacity of the case, but that doesn’t give any useful information.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube subscriptions and YouTube TV library are broken in partial outage
A partial outage on YouTube is causing the subscriptions feed, YouTube TV’s library, and other functions to be unavailable tonight.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Find My Device network: How to opt out of offline tracking
Google is rolling out an expansion to the Find My Device network, which allows your devices to be located even when they’re offline. If that doesn’t seem like something you’re interested in, it can be turned off; this guide will show you how.
Expand Expanding CloseJust all the Google Wallet updates and changes
Since the beginning of March, Google Wallet has seen a somewhat uncharacteristic flurry of updates with both new features and behavior changes.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Tablet will let you ‘Look and Sign’ to Assistant
Following rumors of a Pixel Tablet 2 in the works, Google appears to be readying a new “Look and Sign” feature to enable a new way to interact with the Google Assistant.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages moves RCS ‘provided by’ status in settings
A small change to Google Messages settings moves where you can find who’s providing your Rich Communication Services (RCS).
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle can now convert text on a website into ads
Google AdSense is debuting a new format for websites that converts existing text on a site into a shortcut for Google Search.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid game and app deals: Through the Ages, Underworld Office, Agent A, more
Your Tuesday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals courtesy of Google Play is now up for the taking down below the fold. On your way down, check out this deal on Google’s Nest Wifi Mesh Router that doubles as an Assistant smart speaker as well as this offer on Galaxy Tab S8 and Google’s Tensor G2-powered Pixel 7a. As for the apps, highlights include tiles like Through the Ages, Underworld Office, Agent A, Cultist Simulator, Legend of the Moon, and more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Drive website getting a dark theme [U: Official]
On the web, only a few Google apps and services offer a night mode. Google Drive is now the latest to introduce a dark theme.
Expand Expanding CloseGrapheneOS review: De-Googled goodness [Video]
There is merit in wanting increased privacy on your Android phone. One of the best ways to do so is with a custom ROM like GrapheneOS. Is it worth it? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Maps for Android now syncs 3D building settings with Android Auto
The latest Google Maps update for Android makes a minor tweak which allows the phone’s toggle for 3D buildings during navigation to sync with the setting on Android Auto.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 7a has never sold for less at $349, Galaxy Tab S8 hits $418, more in today’s best deals
Score a new all-time low on Google Pixel 7a in today’s best deals at $349. Spring clearance is also marking Samsung’s regularly $700 Galaxy Tab S8 down to $418 alongside the Google Nest Wifi Mesh Router at $51, which doubles as an Assistant speaker on top of dishing out Wi-Fi. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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