Here’s the Sweet New Software Updates Page on Android 14 QPR1
Within the new Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 update that dropped on Pixel phones today, a new “Software updates” page showed up that lets you know in a flashier way if your device is up-to-date or not. And we aren’t just talking about syst.....»»
Original Pixel Watch Will Get Wear OS 4 Update “Later This Year”
There’s a chance you watched the Pixel Watch 2 unveiling yesterday and said, “Cool, I’ll stick with my original Pixel Watch.” And that’s fine! We don’t all need to upgrade to the shiny new things whenever the shiny.....»»
Samsung Wallet Gets Mobile Driver’s Licenses, Arizona and Iowa Will Have First Access
Samsung announced this week that Samsung Wallet now supports mobile driver’s licenses, a relatively new way to house and provide identification when shopping and traveling. This builds upon the work Samsung recently did with university IDs, whi.....»»
Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 Update Released for Pixel Phones
Android 14 only arrived in stable form yesterday, but Google has another Android 14 update available for testing. The Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 just dropped for those participating in the program and want to see some bugs squished. Like the previous bui.....»»
Typhur’s Sous Vide Station Might Get Me to Finally Try Water Cooking
Ever heard of Typhur? Before 2023, I was unaware of the company, but I was made familiar with their existence back when a close friend of mine showed me their own Typhur-made InstaProbe after I wouldn’t shut up about my beloved MEATER smart mea.....»»
Google Will Supply Pixel 8 Buyers With 7 Years of Spare Parts, Too
Google is committed to 7 years of life for the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, whether you plan to use them that long or not. When news first hit that the latest Pixel phones would get 7 years of Android OS and security updates, many minds went directly.....»»
$30 Galaxy SmartTag 2 Now Official With 500+ Day Battery Life
We got our first look at the all new Galaxy SmartTag 2 back in July of this year when it passed through the FCC. Since then, we have been patiently awaiting its launch, and with Google taking over the news this week with new Pixels and Android 14, Sa.....»»
Google Pixel Update Schedule: How Long Will My Phone Get Updates?
One of the reasons anyone owns a Google Pixel phone is because it receives what is arguably the best level of software support in Android. Samsung has certainly made its case as being the king of updates, but Google is still the quickest most months.....»»
Google Confirms What We’ve Known: Pixel’s First Monday Update Schedule is Out
During yesterday’s full reveal of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, hearing Google confirm that it was indeed committing to a full 7 years of updates, that includes Android OS upgrades, is still something I’m not sure we’ve wrapped our b.....»»
Google Fixes 75 Issues in Stable Android 14 Release
Android 14 has arrived on still-supported Pixel phones and devices. You have likely already grabbed the update, because you own a Pixel device and updates are a big part of ownership. We’ve laid out all of the new features in a separate post, b.....»»
Wednesday Poll: Pre-Order the Pixel 8?
Well, did you do it? Have you pre-ordered Google’s new Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro? If you did, we don’t blame you. The Pixel 8 Pro in particular is looking like a very solid device, especially if you’d be upgrading from say a Pixel 6 Pr.....»»
Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Will Receive Android and Security Updates Until 2030
From time to time around these parts, we throw around a title that goes by King of Android Updates. Samsung has had the crown since early 2021, but with Google’s announcement that the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are set to receive 7 years of bo.....»»
Google Hypes October 4 With Looks at Pixel Watch 2, Pixel 8 Pro
Google has posted a brief hype video onto YouTube, teasing the announcements we have to look forward to on October 4. In the video, we spot the Pixel 8, Pixel Buds Pro (the new Porcelain color), and the new Pixel Watch 2. The fine print on the video.....»»
Chrome Gets Makeover, Redesigned Web Store, and More for 15th Birthday
Chrome turns 15 years old this month, and to celebrate, the team is cooking up all sorts of goodies for users. When all is said and done, we’ll have a heavily updated appearance for the browser on desktop, new Search features, a redesigned Chro.....»»
Google Switching to 5 Years of OS Updates on Pixel 8 Would be Bigger Than You Realize
As we approach the launch of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro on October 4, we’ll spend plenty of time talking about leaked specs and design changes and pricing. But there is one rumored area of the story that we’re paying the most atte.....»»
Samsung September Updates Start With Galaxy S23 Series
The latest updates for Samsung devices have started for the month of September. Since the the list of still-supported devices from Samsung is quite lengthy, we’ll keep track of the entire list of devices receiving this latest build as the month.....»»
One Month Later With Galaxy Watch 6 Classic: Great Watch With Average Battery Life
We didn’t get to a traditional review for the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, since it came in at the same time as the Galaxy Z Fold 5 (review here) and I only have two hands. However, I didn’t want to leave anyone hanging who may have been hopin.....»»
Android 14 Beta 5.3 Released for Pixel Phones!
It’s not the public release, as that looks to be delayed, but we do have a fresh build for the Android 14 beta, labeled as Beta 5.3. Like Beta 5.2, this new build, with build number UPB5.230623.009, comes with nine bug fixes. This update includ.....»»
Google Maps Lets You Customize Favorite Places With Emoji
Google Maps has rolled out a new feature that lets you customize your saved places in a fun new way. If you have some free time in your future, take a minute and add emoji as the icons to your favorite coffee shops, beer bars, and shopping spots. A s.....»»
Google’s Pixel Simulator Site Confirms New Sensor, Launch Colors for Pixel 8 Lineup
Google did a whoopsie this week, accidentally posting the upcoming Pixel 8 lineup to its Pixel Simulator website, where it allows people to learn more about Google’s lineup of devices and their features. In the case of the Pixel 8 lineup, we no.....»»