Soon, Chrome will let you opt out of data sharing automatically
A new Chrome Platform Status entry shows Google working on Global Privacy Control support, aligning the browser with California privacy laws and stronger, enforceable opt-out signals.
Where IS Santa right now? He’s not far away…
It’s Christmas Eve, and as the night approaches, the chorus of ‘When is Santa coming?’ will be ringing throughout the house. NORAD believes he’ll be in your airspace between 9-12PM, but we know the rules… only if you’re asleep. If you’re wondering where he is right now, then check out the resources we’ve been using […]
Gemini could soon handle tasks in the background without holding your screen hostage
Gemini may soon stop interrupting your workflow. Google is developing a change that lets the assistant continue handling requests in the background, allowing users to move between apps without losing progress.
NotebookLM could soon turn your study notes into classroom lectures
Google is testing a new Lecture mode in NotebookLM that can turn your notes and documents into long, spoken lectures. The feature aims to explain material out loud, making studying feel more like attending a real class.
Google finally stops your valet from reading your WhatsApp in the car
Android Automotive’s new Sensitive App Protection lets drivers lock individual apps with a PIN, enhancing privacy in shared cars without compromising essential functions.
Snag Google One AI Pro at half-price before it disappears
Google's New Year promo slashes 50% off Google One premium and AI Pro annual plans.
Your Nest cameras just got better at identifying faces and pets
Google’s plans to level up your smart home experience aren’t limited to bringing Gemini to your devices. The company is also upgrading its Google Home app to make your Nest camera footage far more useful. According to a new Nest help forum post, the latest update for the Google Home app brings improvements for the […]
Your Android phone may soon offer smart suggestions based on your activity
With the Pixel 10 series, Google introduced Magic Cue, an AI-powered feature that analyzes how you use your phone and offers tailored suggestions and app actions to make everyday tasks quicker and smoother. So far, it has been limited to Google’s latest flagships, but the company appears to be working on bringing something similar to […]
Android’s Find Hub now lets you switch up map views for easier device tracking
Google is rolling out an update for Android's Find Hub, which introduced a new option to switch map layers for additional information.
This unlocked Pixel 10 Pro Fold deal finally makes going foldable feel (somewhat) reasonable
The unlocked Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold with 256GB storage is down to $1,399 at Best Buy, $400 off the usual $1,799 price, making Google’s flagship foldable a much easier upgrade to justify.
You can once again access movies purchased from Google Play and YouTube on Movies Anywhere
Movies Anywhere has restored Google as a partner service, and users can now access their Google Play and YouTube movie purchases on the platform.
Android might finally stop making you tap twice for Wi-Fi
Android 16 code hints Google could restore one-tap Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles, potentially ending the unpopular Internet tile introduced in Android 12.
Google confirms Gemini will fully replace Assistant on phones in 2026
Google’s shift from Assistant to Gemini on smartphones is delayed, meaning users can continue using Assistant while Google fine-tunes Gemini for a full mobile rollout.
Brits are now trauma-dumping on AI, government confirms
A full third of UK citizens have turned to artificial intelligence for emotional support, companionship, or social interaction, according to a new report from the government’s AI Security Institute (AISI). The data shows that nearly one in 10 people are using systems like chatbots for emotional purposes on a weekly basis, with 4% engaging with […]
NotebookLM can turn your messy data into structured tables for Google Sheets
NotebookLM’s new Data Tables feature automatically organizes information from your sources into structured tables that can be exported to Google Sheets or Docs cutting out hours of manual copy-paste work.
Launching my first NotebookLM AI-generated podcast taught me one thing you must avoid
Can NotebookLM make a podcast? yes, it can. Will the podcast sound like real humans? Not really.
Gemini can now help you spot AI-generated videos
Google is expanding Gemini's AI content detection capabilities to include video content.
Androidify now lets you turn your custom Android Bot into a watch face
Google is rolling out an update for its Androidify app that lets users turn their custom avatars into watch faces.
Your Pixel could soon get better at avoiding accidental pocket dials
Google appears to have addressed a long-standing accidental touch issue on its Pixel lineup, and a fix is underway.
Google reveals Gemini 3 Flash to speed up AI search and beefs up image generation
Aside from Gemini 3 Flash debut, Google has also pushed Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro image generator within the Search experience.
Love the Now Brief on Galaxy phones? Google just built something better
Google Labs’ new CC experiment uses Gemini to send a daily “Your Day Ahead” email that summarizes your schedule and tasks, and you can reply to it anytime for help.
Gemini web app just got Opal where you can build mini apps with no code
Opal is now built into the Gemini web app via the Gems manager, letting you create reusable, shareable AI mini-app workflows with no code, plus a new step-by-step editing view.
Google Pixel 10 Pro is my favorite AI phone, but the iPhone still has an edge over it
The Pixel 10 Pro is an AI-native phone that can surprise you in practical ways. The iPhone 17 Pro is far behind, but it gives you precise control over how exactly you want AI to work for you.
Moving from iPhone to Android is about to get much easier
iOS 26.3 introduces native iPhone-to-Android data transfers, reducing friction for users switching platforms and meeting new interoperability requirements without extra apps.
Google is ending your data leak alerts, how to stay protected next
Google is shutting down its dark web report feature, a tool that alerted users when their personal information appeared in data breaches. The company says feedback showed it lacked clear, actionable guidance, and it plans to focus on stronger security tools instead.
Google finds AI chatbots are only 69% accurate… at best
Google’s new FACTS benchmark shows today’s best AI chatbots are only about 69 percent accurate. Even top models like Gemini 3 Pro still get facts wrong one-third of the time, raising fresh concerns for businesses betting on AI reliability.
You might want to skip a phone upgrade in 2026, as memory crisis threatens industry
Smartphone makers may reduce RAM in 2026 models as memory prices surge. Here’s why it matters, how AI makes it worse, and what it means for everyday users.
Gemini’s latest upgrade makes it easier for you to discover local hotspots
Gemini now displays richer, more visual Google Maps results with useful details about local hotspots.
You can now ask Gemini questions about your NotebookLM notebooks
Google has started rolling out a new NotebookLM integration that lets you ask Gemini questions about your notebooks.
Google Lens is becoming part of Chrome’s native AI interface
Google Lens now opens Chrome’s AI panel in Canary builds, signaling a future where Chrome offers contextual, chat-based assistance directly alongside web content.
Google Health Connect is expanding to track symptoms, alcohol intake, and more
Health Connect is evolving beyond fitness, with signs of medical, lifestyle, and symptom tracking that could make Android health data simpler and more unified.
Google Translate finally understands what you meant, not just what you typed
Google is upgrading Translate with Gemini-powered context-aware translations, live speech translation through headphones, and new language learning features, rolling out globally over time.
Google is working on an Android feature to reduce motion sickness while using your phone
Android 17 may introduce Motion Cues, a system-level feature that syncs screen visuals with vehicle movement to help prevent nausea during commutes.
Google’s best Gemini AI feature could soon appear in your everyday apps
Google is opening up its most advanced Gemini feature, Deep Research, to developers. That means the powerful AI that once lived only inside Google products could soon show up inside the everyday apps you already use, quietly powering richer answers and smarter tools.
Google Play Books may soon let you ask Gemini questions while you read
Google may soon add an Ask Gemini button to the Google Play Books app, allowing users to quickly summon the chatbot while they read.
Google’s new Disco browser shows how AI could transform the way you get things done online
Google's Disco is a new AI browser that uses GenTabs to turn open tabs and chat history into interactive web apps, helping you complete tasks efficiently.
Your AI chatbot wants you to save the planet…by buying more stuff
A new study shows AI tools subtly encourage users to buy more, creating “algorithmically facilitated emissions”.
You can now get early access to Gemini for Home faster, even on third-party speakers
Google has accelerated the Gemini for Home rollout and extended support to third-party speakers, helping more users experience the upgraded AI assistant.