MediaTek's new Dimensity chip is designed for budget foldables
…A new 5G R17 modem promises better power efficiency and a boost to performance when moving. MediaTek also says there’s a 7% boost to AI processing here. As one of the…
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Google TV is adding YouTube Shorts to the homescreen, new Photos screensaver, more
…2026 - 8:00 am PT New Google TV updates are coming to bring additional AI features to the platform, as well a YouTube Shorts content front and center on the homescreen. Starting…
Google hasn't shown any reason for 'Googlebook' laptops to exist, so why should we be excited?
…But it’s also the only new feature Google actually showed off and, even then, it’s coming to the Chrome browser too . Outside of Magic Pointer, the rest of the “Googlebook…
Google showcased Gemini's focus on practical AI, but I still have mixed feelings
…Google continues to iterate and try new ideas as it builds out these practical applications – which is great , and what we should be demanding from every AI company. But, at the same…
Google One discount takes 50% off YouTube Premium for a year
…you downgrade to Google AI Plus? Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: Author Abner Li technacity Editor-in-chief. Interested in the minutiae of Google and Alphabet. Tips/talk: abner…
Pixel Journal gets short Material 3 Expressive bottom bar
…This update should also enable AI features on the Pixel 9 (A-Series excluded). Available in English and Japanese, Reflection, Revisit Topics, and Mood ID let you “express yourself and build healthy…
Google Home 'Live Search' uses AI to watch your home and answer questions in real-time [Gallery]
…Google Home have delivered a handy new feature for Nest Cam owners which allows you to ask questions and get answers based on Google’s AI watching your home in real-time…
9to5Google Weekender Archives
…The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Pixel Watch 4 are far and away my favorite products of the year. What were yours? Expand Expanding Close Pixel Watch 4’s new gestures…
Galaxy S26 switching to 'Hey Perplexity' wake word for its third AI assistant
…doesn’t support AirDrop (yet) Follow Ben: Twitter/X , Threads , Bluesky , and Instagram Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: Author Ben Schoon nexusben Ben is a Senior Editor for 9to5Google…
Everything announced at The Android Show: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks, and more
…Gemini Intelligence Gemini Intelligence is how Google will refer to its best AI features on “advanced” Android devices, including phones, watches, cars, glasses, and laptops. It integrates premium hardware and innovative software…