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 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 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…

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 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 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 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 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…

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 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 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…

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 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…

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…

Google’s Android 16 brings a cool new feature called Live Updates, which shows tiny info bubbles, or “chips,” on your phone’s status bar. These chips give you quick glances at things like your food delivery or rideshare status. It’s a handy way to stay updated…

Google is updating its Drive app for Android with a new design called Material 3 Expressive, making it more colorful and user-friendly. An early look at the latest app version shows small but noticeable changes to the app’s appearance, building on earlier…

Google is working on a new feature called Gemini Space for its Pixel phones, and it might include a handy “Daily Hub” tool, according to a recent APK teardown. This discovery comes from digging into the latest beta version of the Google app, revealing clues…

Google is rolling out its July 2025 software update for Pixel devices, bringing fresh features and fixes to keep your phone running smoothly. This update, part of the Android 16 Quarterly Platform Release (QPR1), focuses on improving performance and user…

Google is developing a new look for the Gemini overlay on Android tablets, aiming to make it easier to use with one hand. The updated design shrinks the overlay and moves it to the right side of the screen, making it more comfortable to reach on larger devices…

A recent leak has shared exciting details about accessories Google might launch with its Pixel 10 series. Among them are the Google Pixel Buds 2a, a budget-friendly pair of earbuds, and a new Pixel Wireless Charger designed to power up your devices smoothly.…