Google personal safety app gets a fresh look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/01/google-personal-safety-app-gets-a-fresh-look/
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Google personal safety app gets a fresh look
Google’s Personal Safety app is getting a makeover with a new design called Material 3 Expressive. This update brings a modern, colorful style to the app’s emergency contacts section, making it easier to use during urgent situations. The changes are part…
New features make Gemini Live smarter and more helpful https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/01/new-features-make-gemini-live-smarter-and-more-helpful/
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New features make Gemini Live smarter and more helpful
Google’s Gemini Live is getting a big upgrade, making it even better for everyday chats. Soon, it will show handy info cards from Google apps like Calendar, Maps, Keep, and Tasks to give you quick, useful answers. For example, if you ask about your schedule…
New Google Nest WiFi Pro update for July 2025 https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/01/new-google-nest-wifi-pro-update-for-july-2025/
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New Google Nest WiFi Pro update for July 2025
Google is rolling out a fresh software update for the Nest Wifi Pro, but it’s not available everywhere yet. This update, version 3.75.467368, started on April 21, 2025, and brings some cool improvements. It makes your Wi-Fi stronger and more reliable across…
Google Gemini’s updated logo and model picker changes https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-geminis-updated-logo-and-model-picker-changes/
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Google Gemini’s updated logo and model picker changes
Google is rolling out a fresh look for its Gemini app, featuring a new logo and a tweak to the model picker for a smoother user experience. The updated logo, now visible on Gemini’s about page, sports a colorful gradient with blue on the right, red at the…
Google Photos gets a fresh photo view update https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-photos-gets-a-fresh-photo-view-update/
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Google Photos gets a fresh photo view update
Google Photos is rolling out a new look for its photo view on Android and iOS devices. This update simplifies how you interact with your pictures, making it easier to navigate and enjoy your memories. The redesigned interface focuses on a cleaner, more user…
Android users can now edit texts sent to iPhones, with a catch https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/android-users-can-now-edit-texts-sent-to-iphones-with-a-catch/
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Android users can now edit texts sent to iPhones, with a catch
Good news for Android users! You can now edit text messages sent to iPhone users through Google Messages, but it’s not perfect yet. This new feature lets you fix mistakes in your texts, making chats smoother. It’s part of the Rich Communication Services (RCS)…
Google faces $314 million fine for tracking Android users https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-faces-314-million-fine-for-tracking-android-users/
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Google faces $314 million fine for tracking Android users
A California jury has ordered Google to pay $314.6 million for collecting data from Android phones without user permission. The lawsuit, filed in 2019 by about 14 million California residents, claimed Google was secretly gathering information from idle phones.…
Google Home simplifies sharing your smart home https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-home-simplifies-sharing-your-smart-home/
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Google Home simplifies sharing your smart home
Google has upgraded its Google Home app, making it easier to share control of your smart home devices with others. The latest update, available in the stable version of the app (v3.33), introduces a simple way to let family, friends, or even guests manage…
Google’s Gemini Space to bring daily hub to Pixel phones https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/googles-gemini-space-to-bring-daily-hub-to-pixel-phones/
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Google’s Gemini Space to bring daily hub to Pixel phones
Google is working on a new feature called Gemini Space for its Pixel phones, and it’s shaping up to be a game-changer. According to recent findings from an APK teardown, this feature might include a “Daily Hub” that offers personalized content and suggestions…
Android 16 gets a fresh look for permission prompts https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/android-16-gets-a-fresh-look-for-permission-prompts/
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Android 16 gets a fresh look for permission prompts
Google has given Android 16 a small but noticeable upgrade with a redesigned permission dialog box, making it easier to read and use. This update comes with the latest Android 16 QPR Beta 2.1 and the June Google Play System Update, bringing a sleeker design…
Google Messages has a secret text styling trick https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-messages-has-a-secret-text-styling-trick/
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Google Messages has a secret text styling trick
Google Messages has a hidden feature that lets you style your texts, but it’s not easy to use yet. This cool tool allows you to make words bold, italic, or strikethrough, adding some flair to your chats. However, it’s currently tucked away and not available…
Google Pixel’s new battery health feature may be mandatory for some https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-pixels-new-battery-health-feature-may-be-mandatory-for-some/
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Google Pixel’s new battery health feature may be mandatory for some
Google is updating its Battery Health Assistance feature for Pixel phones, and it might become non-optional for devices with aging batteries. This change, found in a recent app update, suggests Google could lock the feature on phones with poor battery health…
Google Chat gets a colorful new look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-chat-gets-a-colorful-new-look/
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Google Chat gets a colorful new look
Google is giving its Chat app a fresh update with a vibrant design called Material 3 Expressive. This change brings a lively and user-friendly feel to the app, making conversations more engaging. The update is part of Google’s plan to refresh many of its…
Google Gemini app gets a colorful new look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-gemini-app-gets-a-colorful-new-look/
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Google Gemini app gets a colorful new look
Google has rolled out a fresh update for its Gemini app on Android, bringing a vibrant new icon and handy widget features. The updated icon now sports Google’s signature four-color rainbow design, moving away from the older blue-purple look to align with…
Android 16 QPR1 brings live updates to life https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/android-16-qpr1-brings-live-updates-to-life/
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Android 16 QPR1 brings live updates to life
Google’s latest Android 16 QPR1 beta introduces Live Updates, a handy feature inspired by iOS’s Live Activities. This tool lets apps show real-time, ongoing notifications, like tracking a delivery or ride, right on your lock screen or status bar. It’s fully…
Google Pixel 6a update to improve battery safety https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/02/google-pixel-6a-update-to-improve-battery-safety/
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Google Pixel 6a update to improve battery safety
Google is rolling out a mandatory update for some Pixel 6a phones to prevent battery overheating, starting July 8. This follows reports of a few devices catching fire, raising safety concerns. The update targets specific Pixel 6a units, though Google hasn’t…
Google brings custom Gemini tools to Workspace apps https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/03/google-brings-custom-gemini-tools-to-workspace-apps/
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Google brings custom Gemini tools to Workspace apps
Google is making its Gemini AI even more helpful by adding custom tools, called Gems, to the side panel of Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Docs, Drive, Sheets, and Slides. These Gems are special versions of Gemini designed for specific tasks, making your…
New Android TV home screen adds promoted content https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/03/new-android-tv-home-screen-adds-promoted-content/
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New Android TV home screen adds promoted content
Google is updating the Android TV home screen, bringing a fresh look that includes promoted content in the “Play Next” row. This change, spotted on devices like the Chromecast with Google TV, introduces advertisements for movies and shows, similar to what’s…
Google’s Veo 3 video tool now available globally https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/03/googles-veo-3-video-tool-now-available-globally/
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Google’s Veo 3 video tool now available globally
Google has made its advanced video-making tool, Veo 3, available to users worldwide through the Gemini app for those with an AI Pro subscription. This exciting update, shared by Google’s Josh Woodward, brings the tool to 159 countries, including places like…
Why criminals in Spain love Google Pixel phones https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/03/why-criminals-in-spain-love-google-pixel-phones/
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Why criminals in Spain love Google Pixel phones
In Spain’s Catalonia region, police are extra cautious when they see someone using a Google Pixel phone. It might sound strange, but these phones are a top choice for people involved in organized crime, like drug dealers, according to local authorities. A…
