The Google Pixel Tablet is here, and it’s a huge disappointment
The Pixel Tablet was supposed to be a blueprint for Android on tablets. But based on what we've now seen, I don't think it's actually done that......»»
Get ready: Google Search may bring a pure ‘AI mode’ to counter ChatGPT
Google may be preparing to add more AI features to its search engine as its competition with OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot ramps up......»»
It just got a lot easier to see what pictures are in your Google Photos albums
Google Photos is one of the best photo apps, and it's always getting better. The latest improvement makes it easier to see what's in your albums......»»
9to5Mac Daily: December 20, 2024 – Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumors, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
The AI war between Google and OpenAI has never been more heated
Potentially groundbreaking AI releases have been coming in fast, sending experts' heads spinning. Over the past month, we've seen a rapid cadence of notable AI-related announcemen.....»»
Google will apparently offer “AI Mode” right on its main search page
The most direct push for Google's Gemini chat so far. Google will soon take more steps to make AI a part of search, exposing more users to its Gemini agent, according to recent re.....»»
Google Photos is getting a cool new feature to speed up your photo edits
Google Photos for Android is picking up another one-click editing tool. "Quick Edit" should be arriving soon on supported devices......»»
Google and OpenAI blitz December with so many AI releases, it’s hard to keep up
Potentially groundbreaking AI releases have been coming in fast, sending experts' heads spinning. Over the past month, we've seen a rapid cadence of notable AI-related announcemen.....»»
Giant sloths and mastodons coexisted with humans for millennia in Americas, new discoveries suggest
Sloths weren't always slow-moving, furry tree-dwellers. Their prehistoric ancestors were huge—up to 4 tons (3.6 metric tons)—and when startled, they brandished immense claws......»»
Chrome is getting a new AI-powered scam detection tool
A new feature coming to Google Chrome will leverage the power of AI to help detect potential scams on websites. The post Chrome is getting a new AI-powered scam detection tool appeared first on Phandroid. There are many websites out there.....»»
Android 16 makes the Pixel 9 fingerprint sensor easier to use
The second developer preview of Android 16 could make unlocking your Pixel 9 smartphone a lot faster and more convenient. The post Android 16 makes the Pixel 9 fingerprint sensor easier to use appeared first on Phandroid. One of the securi.....»»
Not to be outdone by OpenAI, Google releases its own “reasoning” AI model
Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking is Google's take on so-called AI reasoning models. It's been a really busy month for Google as it apparently endeavors to outshine OpenAI with a blitz of.....»»
We loved the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and it’s on sale today
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is one of the best smartphones Google has ever produced, and today, you can get the 256GB unlocked version of the device for only $950......»»
2024 was Definitely the Year of the Pixel
Nowhere to go but up? The post 2024 was Definitely the Year of the Pixel appeared first on Phandroid. Like most other brand loyalists, Pixel fans each have their own definition of when the smartphone line was at its “best” base.....»»
Amazon"s best $249 iPad 10th Generation deal is back
The all-time best price on Apple's iPad 10th Generation has returned, with an on-page coupon discounting the tablet to $249.99.Apple's iPad 10th Gen returns to all-time best price.Black Friday pricing has returned on Apple's iPad 10th Generation, wit.....»»
Crypto scammers posing as real brands on X are easily hacking YouTubers
Fighting game YouTuber now fighting Google over “monstrous” post-hack revenue loss. For months, popular fighting game YouTubers have been under attack. Even the seemingly most.....»»
Early warning tool may help control huge locust swarms
Desert locusts typically lead solitary lives until something—like intense rainfall—triggers them to swarm in vast numbers, often with devastating consequences......»»
Android 16 adds a new way to use the Google Pixel 9’s fingerprint sensor
Android 16's latest update introduces the ability to unlock your phone even with the screen off, thanks to the Pixel 9's ultrasonic sensor......»»
7 good things humanity did to combat climate change in 2024
Advocating for climate change action can sometimes feel like pushing a huge boulder up a hill. News headlines are filled with breaking climate records, while governments, including Australia's, are still approving new fossil fuel developments. Advert.....»»
I replaced Google Assistant with Amazon Alexa and haven’t looked back
A year ago, I decided to switch from Google Assistant to Amazon Alexa for my smart home duties. Now, 12 months later, I reflect on whether it was a good move......»»
Android answer to Apple’s Handoff feature is rolling out to more devices
Google has started to push out its answer to Apple’s Handoff feature to more devices after making it available for Pixel and Samsung phones. The post Android answer to Apple’s Handoff feature is rolling out to more devices appeared first on Phand.....»»