Google Lens gets a simpler look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/12/google-lens-gets-a-simpler-look/
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Google Lens gets a simpler look
Google Lens recently updated its Android app with a fresh, user-friendly design that makes searching easier but removes a key feature. The new interface swaps out the old bottom buttons for a cleaner setup, now showing just two options: Search and Translate.…
Pixel VPN gets a fresh look with Material 3 expressive https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/12/pixel-vpn-gets-a-fresh-look-with-material-3-expressive/
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Pixel VPN gets a fresh look with Material 3 expressive
Google’s Pixel VPN app is getting a small but noticeable update, bringing a modern design with Material 3 Expressive. This update, spotted in version 1.0.770303564, is rolling out through the Play Store but isn’t widely available yet. The changes focus on…
Gemini app on Android now lets you search chats https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/12/gemini-app-on-android-now-lets-you-search-chats/
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Gemini app on Android now lets you search chats
Google has rolled out a handy update for the Gemini app on Android, making it easier to find past conversations. After a recent redesign of the prompt bar and model picker, the app now includes a chat search feature. On the web version, you can spot a magnifying…
Google Fi device protection gets new provider and better coverage https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/13/google-fi-device-protection-gets-new-provider-and-better-coverage/
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Google Fi device protection gets new provider and better coverage
Google Fi’s device protection plan has a fresh update, making it more valuable for users. The plan, which covers phones and smartwatches bought through the Google Fi store, now offers improved protection for accidents and breakdowns. It’s designed to go beyond…
Google Contacts now shows your latest calls and texts https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/13/google-contacts-now-shows-your-latest-calls-and-texts/
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Google Contacts now shows your latest calls and texts
The Google Contacts app on Android has a handy new feature called “Recent Activity.” It’s similar to the Pixel VIPs tool, which lets you see your latest calls and messages right on a contact’s profile. This makes it easier to keep track of your conversations…
Google plans to blend Chrome OS with Android https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/google-plans-to-blend-chrome-os-with-android/
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Google plans to blend Chrome OS with Android
Google is working on combining its Chrome OS and Android into one platform, a move confirmed by a top executive. This plan, first hinted at in November, aims to create a single, powerful operating system for devices like Chromebooks and tablets. The goal…
Google’s Gemini Space: A fresh take on Pixel’s At A Glance https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/googles-gemini-space-a-fresh-take-on-pixels-at-a-glance/
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Google’s Gemini Space: A fresh take on Pixel’s At A Glance
Google is working on a cool new feature for Pixel phones called Gemini Space, which could make the At a Glance widget even smarter. This upgrade, spotted in an APK teardown, seems inspired by Samsung’s Now Bar, aiming to deliver quick, useful info right on…
New look for Android lock screen widgets https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/new-look-for-android-lock-screen-widgets/
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New look for Android lock screen widgets
Google is giving Android’s lock screen widgets a fresh style with a cool update. In the latest Android Canary build, the widgets page now has a blurred background that shows your wallpaper in a soft, frosty way. This change uses Google’s Material 3 design…
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: New details on battery and display https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-new-details-on-battery-and-display/
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: New details on battery and display
Google’s next foldable phone, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, is shaping up with some exciting updates, according to recent leaks. The device is expected to have a slightly larger outer screen, growing from 6.29 inches to 6.4 inches, thanks to slimmer bezels and a…
Android’s QR Code scanner gets a user-friendly update https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/androids-qr-code-scanner-gets-a-user-friendly-update/
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Android’s QR Code scanner gets a user-friendly update
Android’s built-in QR code scanner is getting a fresh look, making it easier to use with one hand. Google has started rolling out this update, which was first spotted a year ago, through Google Play Services. However, it’s not on all devices yet, as the rollout…
Google’s NotebookLM now offers curated content collections https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/14/googles-notebooklm-now-offers-curated-content-collections/
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Google’s NotebookLM now offers curated content collections
Google’s NotebookLM is rolling out a new “Featured Notebooks” section to showcase its capabilities. This update, available on the web starting today, lets users explore pre-made collections created with well-known authors, researchers, and organizations.…
Google Discover tests AI for quick article summaries https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/google-discover-tests-ai-for-quick-article-summaries/
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Google Discover tests AI for quick article summaries
Google Discover is experimenting with a new feature that uses AI to create short summaries of articles, making it easier for users to grasp the main points without clicking through. These brief overviews, available on Android and iOS, pull information from…
New tabs for Android’s hidden phone menu https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/new-tabs-for-androids-hidden-phone-menu/
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New tabs for Android’s hidden phone menu
Android’s latest Canary build brings a fresh update to a secret phone menu, making it easier to navigate. By dialing ##4636## in your phone’s dialer, you can access a hidden menu with options like Phone Information, Usage Statistics, and Wi-Fi Information.…
Gemini overlay gets a Circle to Search upgrade https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/gemini-overlay-gets-a-circle-to-search-upgrade/
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Gemini overlay gets a Circle to Search upgrade
Google is making its Gemini overlay on Android even better by adding a feature similar to Circle to Search (CtS). This update makes it easier to ask about specific things on your screen without leaving the app you’re using. Right now, when you use Gemini’s…
Google’s plan to blend ChromeOS with Android https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/googles-plan-to-blend-chromeos-with-android/
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Google’s plan to blend ChromeOS with Android
Google is working on combining ChromeOS, the system powering Chromebooks, with Android to create a single, unified platform. This change, first hinted at in 2024, aims to make laptops and phones work better together while boosting performance. Sameer Samat…
Google Chrome’s new AI Search shortcut in testing https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/google-chromes-new-ai-search-shortcut-in-testing/
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Google Chrome’s new AI Search shortcut in testing
Google is trying out a new feature for Chrome on Android that makes searching with AI easier. In the latest Chrome Beta (version 139.0.7258.32), a new design for the new tab page includes a shortcut for AI Mode right under the search bar. This change aims…
New Gemini Feature: “Tell me about this” simplifies screen searches https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/new-gemini-feature-tell-me-about-this-simplifies-screen-searches/
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New Gemini Feature: “Tell me about this” simplifies screen searches
Google’s Gemini app is getting a handy new tool called “Tell me about this,” which makes it easier to learn about what’s on your phone screen. This feature, spotted in the latest Google app beta for Android, feels similar to Circle to Search but has its own…
Google Messages makes sharing photos easier https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/google-messages-makes-sharing-photos-easier/
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Google Messages makes sharing photos easier
Google Messages is improving how users share photos and videos by addressing a common complaint about its design. Previously, the app combined the camera and gallery into one feature, which frustrated some users who wanted to access each separately. Now,…
Google Keep may soon let you search inside a single note https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/google-keep-may-soon-let-you-search-inside-a-single-note/
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Google Keep may soon let you search inside a single note
Google Keep might soon make it easier to find specific details in your notes. A new feature called “Find in note” could let users search within one note, perfect for those long or detailed ones. Right now, Google Keep only searches across all notes, which…
Google TV app gets a fresh, simple look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/google-tv-app-gets-a-fresh-simple-look/
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Google TV app gets a fresh, simple look
The Google TV app on Android is getting a small but noticeable update, bringing a cleaner and more modern design. The latest version, 4.39.3356.780959673.5, introduces a few changes inspired by Google’s Material 3 Expressive style, focusing mainly on the…
Simpler previews for Gemini Canvas on mobile https://www.samandroid.com/2025/07/15/simpler-previews-for-gemini-canvas-on-mobile/
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Simpler previews for Gemini Canvas on mobile
Google’s Gemini app is making it easier to check web code previews with its Canvas feature. Instead of jumping to a Chrome tab to see how your code looks, Gemini is testing a new way to show previews right inside the app. This change keeps everything in one…