Google Chrome on Android gets a fresh Material 3 expressive look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/01/google-chrome-on-android-gets-a-fresh-material-3-expressive-look/
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Google Chrome on Android gets a fresh Material 3 expressive look
Google Chrome’s Android app is getting a visual refresh with the Material 3 Expressive design, aligning it with other Google apps. This update keeps Chrome’s familiar layout intact but adds modern, user-friendly touches to enhance the browsing experience.…
Google Drive’s document scanner gets a fresh look on Android https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/01/google-drives-document-scanner-gets-a-fresh-look-on-android/
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Google Drive’s document scanner gets a fresh look on Android
Google Drive’s document scanner on Android has received a stylish update, making it easier and more visually appealing to digitize your documents. Alongside the broader Material 3 Expressive design refresh for the app, the scanner’s editor interface has been…
Google fixes Android 16 notification issue and updates Chrome with a fresh look https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/01/google-fixes-android-16-notification-issue-and-updates-chrome-with-a-fresh-look/
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Google fixes Android 16 notification issue and updates Chrome with a fresh look
Google has resolved a pesky notification problem in Android 16 and rolled out a vibrant new design for Chrome’s stable version. These updates bring smoother experiences and a modern feel to Android devices, particularly for Pixel users. Here’s what’s new…
Google’s Latest Updates: Maps, Gaming, TV, and Keyboard improvements https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/02/googles-latest-updates-maps-gaming-tv-and-keyboard-improvements/
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Google’s Latest Updates: Maps, Gaming, TV, and Keyboard improvements
Google is rolling out exciting new features across its apps to make them more user-friendly and engaging. From real-time updates in Google Maps to better gaming profiles, a possible sports-focused TV package, and a customizable keyboard, here’s what’s new.…
Google Pixel 10a might use older chip and new system updates for September 2025 https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/02/google-pixel-10a-might-use-older-chip-and-new-system-updates-for-september-2025/
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Google Pixel 10a might use older chip and new system updates for September 2025
Google’s Pixel 10a, expected to launch in 2026, may come with a surprising choice: the Tensor G4 chip instead of the newer Tensor G5 found in the Pixel 10 series. This breaks from Google’s usual pattern, where its budget-friendly “A-Series” phones, like the…
Gmail’s new look on Android brings a fresh, modern style https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/02/gmails-new-look-on-android-brings-a-fresh-modern-style/
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Gmail’s new look on Android brings a fresh, modern style
Google is giving its Gmail app on Android a sleek makeover with the Material 3 Expressive design, and it’s now rolling out to users. This update, which started testing in June, introduces a modern and polished appearance to the popular email app, making it…
Google Pixel 10 and Nest Cam get exciting new features https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/02/google-pixel-10-and-nest-cam-get-exciting-new-features/
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Google Pixel 10 and Nest Cam get exciting new features
Google is rolling out some cool updates for its Pixel 10 series and Nest cameras, making them smarter and more user-friendly. These changes bring better display options for the Pixel 10 and improved AI features for Nest cameras, enhancing how you use these…
Pixel Screenshots now reads articles out loud with new update https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/02/pixel-screenshots-now-reads-articles-out-loud-with-new-update/
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Pixel Screenshots now reads articles out loud with new update
Google’s latest update for the Pixel Screenshots app brings a handy new feature that makes it easier to enjoy articles on your phone. With the Pixel 10 and an earlier update for the Pixel 9, you can now use a “Read aloud” option. When you take a screenshot…
Google updates NotebookLM and faces antitrust ruling https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/03/google-updates-notebooklm-and-faces-antitrust-ruling/
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Google updates NotebookLM and faces antitrust ruling
Google is making waves with exciting updates to its NotebookLM tool and navigating a major legal decision about its search business. These changes show how Google is balancing innovation with challenges from a recent court ruling. NotebookLM Gets New Audio…
Google Pixel 10 gets September 2025 update and surprise SIM Card support in some replacements https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/03/google-pixel-10-gets-september-2025-update-and-surprise-sim-card-support-in-some-replacements/
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Google Pixel 10 gets September 2025 update and surprise SIM Card support in some replacements
Google’s Pixel 10 series, which launched with Android 16 QPR1, is now receiving a September 2025 security update for some users. This update, weighing around 70 MB, brings the build number to BD3A.250721.001.B7 and includes the September 5, 2025, security…
Google Play Games profiles get a makeover and Google Messages adds a handy Gallery shortcut https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/03/google-play-games-profiles-get-a-makeover-and-google-messages-adds-a-handy-gallery-shortcut/
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Google Play Games profiles get a makeover and Google Messages adds a handy Gallery shortcut
Google is rolling out exciting updates to make your Android experience even better. The Google Play Games app is getting a big profile upgrade, while Google Messages is adding a quick way to share photos and videos. Here’s what you need to know about these…
Create your own Android Bot and explore Android 16 QPR1’s exciting features https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/03/create-your-own-android-bot-and-explore-android-16-qpr1s-exciting-features/
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Create your own Android Bot and explore Android 16 QPR1’s exciting features
Google has brought back its fun Androidify app, letting you design a unique Android Bot to show off your style. Plus, the Android 16 QPR1 update is here with cool new features for Pixel users. Let’s dive into what’s new and how you can make the most of these…
Google upgrades Gboard with AI writing tools and revamps Quick Share, adds Auracast to Pixel devices https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/03/google-upgrades-gboard-with-ai-writing-tools-and-revamps-quick-share-adds-auracast-to-pixel-devices/
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Google upgrades Gboard with AI writing tools and revamps Quick Share, adds Auracast to Pixel devices
Google is rolling out exciting updates for Android users, making its popular apps and features even more user-friendly. The latest changes bring smarter writing tools to Gboard, a refreshed look for Quick Share, and new audio-sharing capabilities for Pixel…
Google Pixel Weather app now available on Pixel Watch https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/04/google-pixel-weather-app-now-available-on-pixel-watch/
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Google Pixel Weather app now available on Pixel Watch
Google has brought its Pixel Weather app to the Pixel Watch, making it easier for users to check the weather right from their wrist. This update, part of the September 2025 Pixel Feature Drop, introduces a new way to stay updated on weather conditions without…
New Google features to make your phone more personal and connected https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/04/new-google-features-to-make-your-phone-more-personal-and-connected/
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New Google features to make your phone more personal and connected
Google is rolling out exciting updates for Android users, focusing on making your phone experience more personalized and seamless. These features, spotted in recent app updates and teardowns, include custom vibration patterns for contacts, support for connected…
Google Pixel 10: New battery removal design and exclusive merch revealed https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/05/google-pixel-10-new-battery-removal-design-and-exclusive-merch-revealed/
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Google Pixel 10: New battery removal design and exclusive merch revealed
Google’s Pixel 10 series is making waves, not just for its tech upgrades but also for its focus on user-friendly design and fun extras. A recent teardown of the Pixel 10 shows off a fresh approach to battery removal, while Google is also rolling out limited…
Google Photos gets a fresh editor look on Android and new AI search features https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/06/google-photos-gets-a-fresh-editor-look-on-android-and-new-ai-search-features/
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Google Photos gets a fresh editor look on Android and new AI search features
Google Photos is rolling out an exciting update for Android users, bringing a revamped photo editor and new AI-powered search tools to make your experience smoother and smarter. Announced earlier this year, these changes aim to simplify editing and searching…
What you need to know about Google’s new Android app installation rules https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/06/what-you-need-to-know-about-googles-new-android-app-installation-rules/
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What you need to know about Google’s new Android app installation rules
Starting in September 2026, Google plans to introduce new rules for installing apps on Android devices from sources outside the Google Play Store, a process known as sideloading. These changes aim to make Android safer by ensuring that apps come from verified…
Google Gemini now supports audio file uploads for free users https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/08/google-gemini-now-supports-audio-file-uploads-for-free-users/
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Google Gemini now supports audio file uploads for free users
Google has upgraded its Gemini app, making it possible for free users to upload and analyze audio files, a feature previously exclusive to paid subscribers. This update, which started rolling out recently, allows users to upload audio in formats like MP3…
Google’s Gemini AI gets smarter with new features and faces some challenges https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/08/googles-gemini-ai-gets-smarter-with-new-features-and-faces-some-challenges/
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Google’s Gemini AI gets smarter with new features and faces some challenges
Google’s Gemini AI is evolving, bringing fresh updates to make it more helpful for users, but it’s not without a few hiccups. The latest improvements to the Gemini app focus on making conversations smoother and more natural, while new issues have popped up…