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Nest x Yale Lock is now fully supported in the Google Home app
… More on Google Home: Google Home just announced a bunch of Gemini, smart home updates rolling out now Gemini for Home camera updates improve Familiar Face, animal detection, more Google Home voice commands should be ‘snappier’ with fewer errors in new update Follow Ben: Twitter/X , Threads , Bluesk… …
Amazon Blink beats Google's 2K Nest Doorbell with the same quality for under $50
Amazon Blink beats Google’s 2K Nest Doorbell with the same quality for under $50 Ben Schoon | May 6 2026 - 7:58 am PT | May 6 2026 - 7:58 am PT While Google’s Nest ecosystem delivers a really good experience, no one ever said it was cheap. …
Google updates best AI models for coding Android apps, Gemini & GPT 5.4 at the top
… Google originally said that its goal in publishing these results was to help developers be “more productive” and, ultimately, deliver “higher quality apps across the Android ecosystem.” More on Android: Play Store now lets you search Android app reviews, ditches ‘this device model’ filter Google pr… …
Android 17 brings a bit of Pixel Watch whimsy to your notification shade
… In Android 17 Beta 4, Google has ditched the long-standing “No notifications” message with the same “You’re all caught up!” message found on Pixel Watch. The change is subtle, but it’s a fun little tweak that feels nice across the company’s ecosystem. …
Liquid Glass for Android is 'not happening,' at least not for Pixels
… More on Android: Android phones could get this impressive under-display face unlock tech pretty soon What’s new in Android’s May 2026 Google System Updates Google explains why Android AICore occasionally takes up more storage Follow Ben: Twitter/X , Threads , Bluesky , and Instagram Check out 9to5G… …
Google redesigning the Fitbit, Home & Nest Community forums
… Google Nest is on the same platform as Stadia, while the Fitbit forums predate the Google acquisition. Both communities today noted that updates are coming in May. …
Android 17's 'Continue On' will let you move tasks between devices, like Apple's Handoff
… As Google explains: Continue On enables users to start an Android app on one Android device and then transition to another device in their Android ecosystem, continuing the user journey they started. …
Google Pixel bests iPhone and Samsung in repairability name-and-shame report
… As the US PIRG noted to Wired , this report is published partially in hopes that “publishing these low scores will encourage manufacturers to do better.” Google Pixel has been pushing for better repairability in recent years, especially on accessories within its ecosystem. …
Oppo teases AirDrop for Find X9 Ultra alongside new AI features
… Oppo says: OPPO is also collaborating with Google to develop Quick Share with Apple Devices, which enables Find X9 Ultra to send photos, videos, and files directly to Apple devices—no additional apps required, completely breaking down the long-standing barriers to cross-ecosystem collaboration. …