Google Maps now uses your car's camera to give you better lane guidance https://www.rprna.com/google-maps-now-uses-your-cars-camera-to-give-you-better-lane-guidance/
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Google Maps now uses your car’s camera to give you better lane guidance
Google Maps is introducing a clever new function, but you will only find it in certain vehicles that use the full “Google built-in” operating system, starting with the Polestar 4. This tool, known as ‘live lane guidance,’ is a major change because it allows…
Gemini's new powers, privacy changes, and Android Auto problems https://www.rprna.com/geminis-new-powers-privacy-changes-and-android-auto-problems/
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Gemini’s new powers, privacy changes, and Android Auto problems
Google is currently rolling out some massive changes to its most important services, focusing heavily on its new artificial intelligence, Gemini. These updates show that Google is preparing to completely move past the classic Google Assistant and is also…
Google Maps brings major AI upgrades with Gemini, Play Store now sells gift cards for top brands https://www.rprna.com/google-maps-brings-major-ai-upgrades-with-gemini-play-store-now-sells-gift-cards-for-top-brands/
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Google Maps brings major AI upgrades with Gemini, Play Store now sells gift cards for top brands
Technology users are getting major updates on two of Google’s most popular services: Google Maps and the Google Play Store. The upgrades focus on making daily tasks easier, from finding your way on the road to buying last-minute gifts. The mapping application…
Google is changing Play Store fees, giving AI deep access to your mail, and dropping a cute Android plushie https://www.rprna.com/google-is-changing-play-store-fees-giving-ai-deep-access-to-your-mail-and-dropping-a-cute-android-plushie/
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Google is changing Play Store fees, giving AI deep access to your mail, and dropping a cute Android plushie
Google has put forward a new plan to change how the Google Play Store works, following its recent court case loss to Epic Games. The company wants to make it much easier for people to use app stores that are not the official Play Store. Starting with a future…
Google launches a new 'Theme Packs' app to easily change your Pixel's look https://www.rprna.com/google-launches-a-new-theme-packs-app-to-easily-change-your-pixels-look/
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Google launches a new ‘Theme Packs’ app to easily change your Pixel’s look
Google has just released a brand-new application on the Play Store, made specifically for owners of Pixel smartphones. It’s called “Theme packs,” and the entire goal is to let people customize how their phone looks with a simple tap. This new tool is designed…
Android backups might soon let you pick which app data to save https://www.rprna.com/android-backups-might-soon-let-you-pick-which-app-data-to-save/
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Android backups might soon let you pick which app data to save
If you use a smartphone, you probably know how important it is to save copies of your private information in a safe place, not just on your device. Google already gives you several straightforward ways to back up your Android phone, and we have recently seen…
Google Maps may soon help you walk in the shade and avoid the sun https://www.rprna.com/google-maps-may-soon-help-you-walk-in-the-shade-and-avoid-the-sun/
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Google Maps may soon help you walk in the shade and avoid the sun
Google Maps is already the favorite app for finding your way around the world, whether you’re driving, taking the bus, or walking. Now, it seems like the app might be getting a very welcome update that will keep you much cooler during your journeys on foot.…
More pinned chats in Google Messages and stricter age checks on YouTube https://www.rprna.com/more-pinned-chats-in-google-messages-and-stricter-age-checks-on-youtube/
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More pinned chats in Google Messages and stricter age checks on YouTube
Two significant platforms, YouTube and Google Messages, are implementing significant changes in the realm of well-known apps. While one update focuses more on ensuring that viewers are of the appropriate age for the content, the other update gives users more…
Google Messages is adding an AI helper and bringing back a popular YouTube feature https://www.rprna.com/google-messages-is-adding-an-ai-helper-and-bringing-back-a-popular-youtube-feature/
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Google Messages is adding an AI helper and bringing back a popular YouTube feature
Two exciting updates are on the horizon for Google Messages, the primary texting app for Android phones, which will make communicating much simpler and more enjoyable. These new features, which include a video player and an AI-powered assistant, are beginning…
Google Wallet and Search get updates while the YouTube TV-Disney fight heats up https://www.rprna.com/google-wallet-and-search-get-updates-while-the-youtube-tv-disney-fight-heats-up/
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Google Wallet and Search get updates while the YouTube TV-Disney fight heats up
Google is making updates to some of its most popular apps to give users a more contemporary and personalized experience. Many consumers are currently unable to access their preferred channels due to the ongoing public dispute between Disney and Google’s YouTube…
Android 16's smarter location trick: better privacy in the countryside https://www.rprna.com/android-16s-smarter-location-trick-better-privacy-in-the-countryside/
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Android 16’s smarter location trick: better privacy in the countryside
The majority of your phone’s apps require your location. This enables them to provide you with useful results, such as the best driving route or restaurants in the area. For this reason, Android provides two options for sharing your location: Approximate…
Google Meet now has way more emojis for reactions https://www.rprna.com/google-meet-now-has-way-more-emojis-for-reactions/
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Google Meet now has way more emojis for reactions
Because there is now a wider variety of in-call emoji reactions, Google Meet is making it much simpler to express yourself during a video call. People are starting to have access to a vast array of options through the service. Emoji reactions were first used…
Google Play gets tough on battery drain, plus a big update for Find Hub's device tracking https://www.rprna.com/google-play-gets-tough-on-battery-drain-plus-a-big-update-for-find-hubs-device-tracking/
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Google Play gets tough on battery drain, plus a big update for Find Hub’s device tracking
Google is implementing new regulations to prevent apps from surreptitiously depleting your phone’s battery. This is all because of a new measurement tool that was developed with Samsung’s assistance and aims to identify apps that keep your device running…
Google's latest updates bring AI Photo Editing to more devices, Quick document summaries, and key hardware fixes https://www.rprna.com/googles-latest-updates-bring-ai-photo-editing-to-more-devices-quick-document-summaries-and-key-hardware-fixes/
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Google’s latest updates bring AI Photo Editing to more devices, Quick document summaries, and key hardware fixes
Google is rolling out a significant collection of updates for its apps and devices, with a focus on new artificial intelligence tools and enhanced smart home controls. These changes are designed to make things easier, from editing photos to quickly understanding…
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3 along with November 2025 update for Pixel phones brings new AI features and important stability fixes https://www.rprna.com/android-16-qpr2-beta-3-3-along-with-november-2025-update-for-pixel-phones-brings-new-ai-features-and-important-stability-fixes/
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Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3 along with November 2025 update for Pixel phones brings new AI features and important stability fixes
Google has released a large and unexpected update for Pixel phones this November. This big release is more than just the usual monthly patch; it’s an “out-of-cycle” event that combines a new set of exciting features, the latest security updates, and fixes…
Big Updates for Google: Live EV charger status, easier file switching, better AI talk, and new app looks https://www.rprna.com/big-updates-for-google-live-ev-charger-status-easier-file-switching-better-ai-talk-and-new-app-looks/
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Big Updates for Google: Live EV charger status, easier file switching, better AI talk, and new app looks
Google has just launched several important updates across its products, from making electric vehicle (EV) charging simpler with Google Maps, to giving its AI assistant, Gemini Live, a more human voice and rolling out new design changes to Google Docs. They…
New Google Updates: Fun new ways to find pictures and stronger security for Android phones https://www.rprna.com/new-google-updates-fun-new-ways-to-find-pictures-and-stronger-security-for-android-phones/
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New Google Updates: Fun new ways to find pictures and stronger security for Android phones
Google is rolling out two major changes that affect how people use their phones and search for information online. One change makes finding and saving interesting images much simpler, while the other is a big step toward making installing apps on Android…
Big changes coming to Google: you can hide the Pixel Widget and tag friends in group chats https://www.rprna.com/big-changes-coming-to-google-you-can-hide-the-pixel-widget-and-tag-friends-in-group-chats/
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Big changes coming to Google: you can hide the Pixel Widget and tag friends in group chats
Google is working hard on two major updates that are set to improve the experience for Android users. One change addresses a long-standing request from Pixel phone owners who want more control over their home screen, and the other brings a useful new tool…
Google launches new 'Buy for Me' and AI calling features to revolutionize shopping https://www.rprna.com/google-launches-new-buy-for-me-and-ai-calling-features-to-revolutionize-shopping/
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Google launches new ‘Buy for Me’ and AI calling features to revolutionize shopping
Google is getting ready for the busy holiday buying season by releasing a group of new tools. These features are mostly focused on using smart, automated artificial intelligence (AI) to handle shopping tasks like checking out and making phone calls to stores.…
Your Weekly Tech Update: New AI tools for Pixel phones, big Play Store changes, and the latest on the YouTube TV blackout https://www.rprna.com/your-weekly-tech-update-new-ai-tools-for-pixel-phones-big-play-store-changes-and-the-latest-on-the-youtube-tv-blackout/
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Your Weekly Tech Update: New AI tools for Pixel phones, big Play Store changes, and the latest on the YouTube TV blackout
Owners of newer Pixel phones are starting to see a smart new feature called “Notification Summaries.” This tool uses on-device artificial intelligence, which is known as Gemini Nano, to quickly shrink down long messages and group chats into a short summary.…
Google is rolling out major updates for Pixel, Smart Home, and future Android privacy https://www.rprna.com/google-is-rolling-out-major-updates-for-pixel-smart-home-and-future-android-privacy/
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Google is rolling out major updates for Pixel, Smart Home, and future Android privacy
Google is sending out important updates across its products, improving how you manage your smart home, handle phone calls on Pixel devices, and protect your privacy in the next version of Android. Making Your Smart Home Quicker and Smarter The Google Home…