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Google’s Android 15 Beta 2 feedback survey for Pixel live
With meaningful user-facing changes, like Private space, more Pixel owners are using Android 15 with Beta 2 and Google’s feedback survey is now available.
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There are several ways to update your Google Pixel smartphone to the latest available patch or OS. If you’re willing to take matters into your own hands, you can skip the wait by sideloading an OTA update on your Google Pixel, and we will show you how.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to downgrade from Android 15 back to Android 14 on Google Pixel [Video]
Google has a lot of ways for users and developers to test the latest Android builds. In 2024, that is Android 15. While it is yet to be available as part of public beta builds, the ongoing Beta program can be fraught with bugs and issues. Here’s how to downgrade from Android 15 back to Android 14 on your phone.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 15 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Beta 2 of Android 15 is available today after Google previewed the major privacy, security, and theft protection tentpoles at I/O 2024.
Expand Expanding CloseAI has landed in Google Search, but how much will you really see it?
As the first big announcement of I/O 2024 this week, Google revealed that AI Overviews – formerly the Search Generative Experience (SGE) – are now rolling out to the general public. But since its initial debut a year ago, AI Overviews in Search don’t seem to be as prevalent as they used to be.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle on what on-device AI is good at, more Android apps that use Gemini Nano coming
On-device AI is a big priority for Android going forward, and Google shared more developer resources at I/O 2024.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold leak suggests muted colors
Color codenames for upcoming Google devices often leak far in advance of official assets or live images. Going hand-in-hand with the wallpapers today is a look at the colors for the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseWalmart’s ‘Pro’ Google TV box will come with a backlit remote, but you should wait
In the messy launch of its “Pro” Google TV box, Walmart has now confirmed that the backlit remote that appeared in some early purchases won’t actually come with all orders.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 9 series wallpapers leak with trippy ‘Swirling Petals’ design [Gallery]
Ahead of their expected launch later this year, the wallpapers for the entire Google Pixel 9 series have leaked with a new “Swirling Petals” theme, and hinting at the color variants available.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle explains how ‘Gemini’ got its name
Since I/O 2023, Gemini has become the name for all of Google’s AI features. Amidst the Gemini product updates this week, Google officially explained the origin of that name.
Expand Expanding CloseAudio Emoji in Pixel Phone app widely rolling out [U]
Audio Emoji was officially announced with the Pixel 8a, and it’s now seeing wide availability in the Phone app on Google devices.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music rolls out Now Playing gradient redesign on iPhone
After rolling out to Android in December, YouTube Music’s gradient background redesign of Now Playing is now live on the iPhone.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 010: Solo on the Starline Express
Welcome to the tenth episode of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, it’s a short one — you’ll see — about Google I/O 2024.
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Expand Expanding CloseYes, Rivian uses Android Automotive OS to build its software experience
Google’s Android Automotive software has been adopted by many carmakers for the EV era, but it tends to vary between different brands. This week Google and Rivian confirmed to 9to5Google that the EV-maker uses Android Automotive as the base of its software experience, something that was previously not known.
Expand Expanding CloseSetting the stage at I/O 2024 for Gemini being Google’s last reset
Originally, my interest in Google came down to how I think it does cool-to-wild things with technology in an accessible/affordable manner that nobody else is doing.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid game and app deals: FOTONICA, Brotato, Baggage Packing Checklist PRO, more
Your Friday afternoon deals on Android games and apps are now ready to go down below. Just be sure to check out this weekend’s offers on Google’s indoor/outdoor wireless Nest Cams, Samsung’s 47mm Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, and the 512GB Galaxy S24 Ultra while you’re at it. As for the apps, we have FOTONICA, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, EXIT – The Curse of Ophir, Brotato, Baggage Packing Checklist PRO, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos will let you check if image is ‘not eligible for Storage saver’
While we wait for the Gemini-powered Ask Photos, a quality of life update to the Google Photos backup experience will let you “check if the item is ineligible for Storage saver.”
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 reportedly improves display crease with thicker glass
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip has seen some big changes since its inception, but the display crease has remained a hurdle with the design. According to a new report, though, Samsung has plans to improve the display crease on the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Expand Expanding CloseChatGPT rolling out Google Drive integration ‘over the coming weeks’ [U]
ChatGPT has started to add support for Google Drive integration, but it’s only for paying subscribers.
Expand Expanding CloseGFiber plans expansion to Las Vegas
Announced this week, GFiber, still better known as Google Fiber, is officially coming to Las Vegas as soon as 2025.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 8a vs. Pixel 7a: Small steps in an expected direction [Video]
Google is back with another potential budget banger, but how does the Pixel 8a compare to the similarly solid Pixel 7a from last year? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google wireless Nest Cam bundles up to $110 off, 47mm Galaxy Watch 6 Classic $298, Google Smart TVs, more
Before we all head into the weekend, let’s take a quick look at the best deals we have spotted this morning on Android and Google gear. We are now tracking some solid price drops on Google’s indoor/outdoor wireless Nest Cams, including both 2- and 3-pack options, alongside Samsung’s 47mm Galaxy Watch 6 Classic with the silver case down at $298 from the regular up to $480. Those offers join some ongoing discounts as well as $1,000 or more off a gigantic 98-inch Google smart TV. Head below for today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola’s cheaper Razr foldable may get a full-size cover display for 2024
Thanks to recent leaks, we’ve got a pretty good idea of what’s in store for the next Motorola Razr lineup, but another new leak is now revealing more color variants as well as specs for the low-end model and a big upgrade – a full-size cover display.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s first Snapdragon X Elite laptop, ‘Galaxy Book 4 Edge,’ leaks with new design
Snapdragon X Elite laptops are approaching quickly and, now, we’re getting a first look at Samsung’s Galaxy Book 4 Edge ahead of its debut.
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