Here's why Sonos killed its Google TV Streamer competitor
…The company has been notably quiet after a failed app rollout that left speakers and other products with bugs and experience-breaking issues. The CEO brought some details to light about one…
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Android 17 Beta 3 brings Google's screen recorder redesign out of Canary
…Curiously, the first time I tried Google’s new screen recorder on Android 17, it required me to open the single app I wanted to capture. After that, however, I could select…
Google opens the Play Store to external billing in the US, UK, and Europe next week
…s install is new or existing relative to the regional rollout date: New installs : A transaction from a user whose first-time install or first update of the app from Google Play…
Google still hasn't fixed my biggest problem with Gemini on Android Auto [Video]
…a PDF app now, but it might be more useful than you think Follow Ben: Twitter/X , Threads , Bluesky , and Instagram Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: Author Ben Schoon…
This is the update you'll need for AirDrop on Galaxy S26, Samsung says
…Samsung rolling out AirDrop over Quick Share on Galaxy S26, more devices coming The rollout starts today and, apparently, requires a specific Google Play Services update. In a post on Samsung’s…
Google Home expands Gemini access globally as the Assistant replacement improves
…highly accurate local weather and news. Precision Control: Gemini now understands “Expressive Lighting” (ask for “the color of the ocean”) and offers granular control for appliances, such as setting specific humidity levels…
Gemini can now order your lunch as Android app control rolls out on Galaxy S26 [Gallery]
…You’ll want to look for “screen automation” in the Gemini app’s settings, as that’s what first clued us in to the rollout last night. More on Gemini: Gemini in…
Gemini for Android Auto is rolling out more widely, but not everyone is happy about it
…it was first announced, Google appears to have opened the floodgates for Gemini on Android Auto, with a number of users reporting that, suddenly, the new voice assistant has arrived in their…
AirDrop on the Galaxy S26 is just as quick and easy as I hoped [Gallery]
…I set my nearby iPhone 15 Pro (which sits at my desk, just begging to be used in rare opportunities like this) and my new MacBook Air to “Everyone” mode on AirDrop…
Android 13 officially on Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Fold 4
…This rollout is making its way to all users, whether or not they enrolled in the One UI 5 beta program from Samsung. This update is first appearing in South Korea, though…