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…
Google’s Latest Updates: Smarter tools, sharper cameras, and handy Pixel features https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/09/googles-latest-updates-smarter-tools-sharper-cameras-and-handy-pixel-features/
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Google’s Latest Updates: Smarter tools, sharper cameras, and handy Pixel features
Google is rolling out exciting updates across its products, making learning, home security, and device control easier and more powerful. From new study tools in NotebookLM to upgraded Nest Doorbell cameras and a helpful Pixel 10 feature, here’s what’s new.…
Android Auto 15.0 update now available, but big changes are still coming https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/09/android-auto-15-0-update-now-available-but-big-changes-are-still-coming/
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Android Auto 15.0 update now available, but big changes are still coming
Google has started rolling out Android Auto 15.0 to more users after testing it in beta for a few weeks. While the version number suggests a major update, this release doesn’t bring significant new features. Instead, it focuses on small tweaks and behind…
Google Phone app and Gemini web get fresh updates for easier use https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/09/google-phone-app-and-gemini-web-get-fresh-updates-for-easier-use/
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Google Phone app and Gemini web get fresh updates for easier use
Google is rolling out exciting updates to its Phone app and Gemini web platform, making both tools simpler and more user-friendly. These changes aim to help users navigate calls and AI features with ease, bringing a cleaner design and smarter functionality.…
Google’s Latest Updates: Pixel deals, AI Subscription, and Messaging improvements https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/10/googles-latest-updates-pixel-deals-ai-subscription-and-messaging-improvements/
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Google’s Latest Updates: Pixel deals, AI Subscription, and Messaging improvements
Google has shared some exciting news for its users on September 9, 2025. These updates cover better ways to buy Pixel phones, a new affordable AI plan for certain regions, and fresh features in the Messages app. Each one aims to make your experience smoother…
Handy tips for Pixel users in Android 16: Quick Settings tweaks and smarter theft protection https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/10/handy-tips-for-pixel-users-in-android-16-quick-settings-tweaks-and-smarter-theft-protection/
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Handy tips for Pixel users in Android 16: Quick Settings tweaks and smarter theft protection
Google’s recent updates for Pixel phones running Android 16 bring some useful changes that make daily use smoother. Two cool features stand out: a simple way to sort your Quick Settings tiles and an improved anti-theft tool that works better with your smartwatch.…
Fresh Google updates make everyday tech simpler and smarter https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/11/fresh-google-updates-make-everyday-tech-simpler-and-smarter/
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Fresh Google updates make everyday tech simpler and smarter
Google is rolling out some exciting changes to its apps and services that aim to make life easier for users. From better ways to organize AI creations to tracking your steps and purchases without hassle, these updates focus on improving how we use our phones.…
Google Pixel update fixes Android Auto problems and Android 16 adds handy mouse control option https://www.samandroid.com/2025/09/11/google-pixel-update-fixes-android-auto-problems-and-android-16-adds-handy-mouse-control-option/
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Google Pixel update fixes Android Auto problems and Android 16 adds handy mouse control option
Google has been busy making improvements for Pixel phone users. If you own a Pixel 10, you might have run into some trouble with Android Auto in your car. At the same time, the latest test version of Android 16 brings a simple new way to handle your mouse…