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Nothing just pulled its brand-new file transfer app without an explanation (Update)
…This is not a permanent removal, but rather a strategic pause to enhance the product’s performance and ensure it meets our high quality standards.” On privacy and security, the company says…
We've cut Google enough slack for poor Pixel updates. Now it's time to hold it accountable
…None of the issues are caused by manufacturing defects or prolonged usage, but from software updates, which are traditionally meant to bring new features and FIX bugs, not introduce new ones. These…
Google's got a new tool for making sure your phone is running the Android apps it should
…All of us want to keep the data on our phones safe and secure, and one of the best things you can do to stay safe is only running apps from trustworthy…
Chrome users are losing their best ad-blocker
…maintaining MV2 is complex, will introduce a ton of technical debt, and has various security risks. Cronin also mentioned that the team reportedly found several bugs that are specifically related to MV2…
This is a make-or-break year for Google's smart home line-up
…Maybe it’ll make some difference, but until Google tightens the entire experience, makes it more fluid and more reliable, squishes all these repetitive and annoying bugs, I’m not willing to…
Is your Pixel getting Google's massive Android update for June 2026? Here's the full list
…Some are jam-packed with tons of new features, while others are nothing more than boring bug fixes. Google is now rolling out its latest Pixel update for June 2026, and thankfully…
Samsung and Google are winning the wearable update war by doing nothing (Updated)
…Apple hasn’t explicitly labeled these watches as end-of-life, so there’s still hope you’ll receive security updates and bug fixes for watch OS 26. But their time as…
I let Claude audit my messy Home Assistant setup, and it was a massive wake-up call
…For this, I opened the security settings page in Home Assistant and created a Long-Lived Access Token. This token acts as a permanent, encrypted passport, granting the assistant specific administrative controls…
Your favorite Android apps might hide dozens of trackers — here’s how to find them
…Some trackers are primarily focused on reporting crashes and bugs to developers who are keen to fix any problems in their software. Others are key to identifying and profiling them, and subsequently…