Google is testing the MediaTek T900 modem in the Pixel 10 series

Google Pixel 6 & 7 now have longer software support for Android OS

Google Pixel 10 Pro (concept)

Google Home Public Preview lets you test "Gemini in Assistant" on Nest devices.

This test is only available on the Nest Audio or Nest Mini (2nd gen) speakers.

https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/12494697

Android 16 will be released considerably earlier than prior releases.

Google is committed to the Qi2 wireless charging standard and increasing the penetration of Qi2 into Android handsets and other devices.

Gemini is coming to Google TV in 2025

Learn more at: https://blog.google/feed/google-tv-ces-2025/

Gemini on Android Auto

Android Auto will be getting lots of new apps

Google is already working on the Pixel 10a and Pixel 11

Codenames:
Pixel 10a — stallion/STA5
Pixel 11 — cubs/4CS4
Pixel 11 Pro — grizzly/CGY4
Pixel 11 Pro XL — kodiak/PKK4
Pixel 11 Pro Fold — yogi/9YI4

The first Android 16 Beta is here

https://www.google.com/android/beta

Google Sounds app will let you change the vibration pattern for your selected ringtone or notification alert.

The base model of the Pixel 9a, with 128GB of storage, will cost $499. However, the 256GB version will be priced at $599.

Release Date: mid-March 2025.

Android 16 could finally force all apps into dark mode.

Google announced that the new Galaxy S25 devices and the latest Pixel 9 phones will support Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio.

Google could soon bring its Adaptive Charging battery protection feature to the Pixel Watch. 

Google Pixel 9a renders

Google Pixel 9a Specs

Display: 6.28″ AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR
Processor: Tensor G4 chip with improved AI performance
Camera: 48MP OIS primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide lens
OS: Android 15 with 7 years of updates.

Leaked official Pixel 9a cases

Google Pixel 9a still has thick display bezels 🤷‍♂