The biggest third-party apps have yet to introduce support for the Android 13 media player, with Pocket Casts being a significant addition today if you’re on the beta program.
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October’s Google Play system updates: Fix for Google Wallet with Pixel 7 face unlock [U]
Google is beginning to reveal the improvements coming to Android phones, TVs, watches, and more as part of the October 2022 Google Play system updates, including a fix for using Google Wallet with Face Unlock on the Pixel 7
Expand Expanding CloseMontblanc launches $1,600 Naruto-edition of the Summit 3 with Wear OS 3
Wear OS 3 is available on a limited number of smartwatches well over a year after its debut, and now they’re finally starting to arrive at a steady pace. This week, Montblanc has announced another Wear OS 3 smartwatch with its $1,600 Summit 3 x Naruto collaboration.
Expand Expanding CloseYes, you can use your Stadia Controller wired; here’s how
Stadia is soon to go for good, leaving thousands of controllers out there without proper use. Fortunately, there is a way to keep using your Stadia Controller wired, as it’s highly regarded as one of the best controllers out there.
Expand Expanding Close[U: Fixed] ‘Hey Google’ disabled for Pixel Buds Pro owners due to Assistant language bug
Over the past day, several Pixel Buds Pro owners have found that “Hey Google” has been disabled and that their Assistant headphones no longer pick up the hands-free hotword.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 6a led to ‘solid growth in hardware revenues’ for Google
During Alphabet’s Q3 2022 earnings, Chief Financial Officer Ruth Porat credited the Pixel 6a as being “primarily” responsible for “solid growth in hardware revenues.”
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Nord N300 brings 33W charging and Android 12 for $228, exclusive to T-Mobile
OnePlus continues with its affordable Nord brand, this week announcing the OnePlus Nord N300, which brings a 90Hz display and 33W fast charging for an affordable price tag well under $250.
Expand Expanding CloseAlphabet reports Q3 2022 revenue of $69.1 billion
Alphabet today announced Q3 2022 earnings with $69.1 billion in revenue. These numbers range from July to September with the fiscal year almost coming to a close.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Workspace Individual now in 12 more countries and getting 1TB of storage
After launching in Europe this August, Google Workspace Individual is now available in 12 new countries and comes up with much more storage at 1TB.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid app deals of the day: Slayaway Camp, Aeon’s End, Golf Peaks, and more
Today’s collection of the best Android game and app deals is now live courtesy of Google Play. But you’ll also want to check out Samsung’s refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 Lite while it’s at its best price yet as well as this new all-time low on the Google Tensor-powered Pixel 6a down at $299. As for the apps, highlight deals include Slayaway Camp, Aeon’s End, Golf Peaks, Little Misfortune, JETZ, Peppa Pig, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseWear OS seems to be getting a proper Google News app soon [Gallery]
Google is pushing for more apps and better quality on Wear OS following the launch of the Pixel Watch and expansion of Wear OS 3, and it seems the company is also applying that to some of its own apps. Apparently, Google News is getting a new Wear OS app.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s what Vivo and iQOO smartphones are getting Android 13 updates and when
Android 13 is finally expanding to more devices after launching on Pixel phones earlier this year, and now Vivo and iQOO are offering an update on when their users can expect the upgrade to arrive.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV showcases the horror-filled watchlist of Hamilton and Glass Onion’s Leslie Odom Jr.
The latest installment of “Watch with Me” on Google TV has arrived, this time with the watchlist of Leslie Odom Jr.
Expand Expanding CloseSony LinkBuds earbuds to receive multipoint pairing, LinkBuds S gets ‘Earth Blue’ colorway
Sony’s LinkBuds and LinkBuds S are set to get a brand-new software update in the coming weeks, bringing along multipoint pairing functionality to the wireless earbuds as well as a new “Earth Blue” color to the LinkBuds S.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s dual pane Google Keep on Chromebooks, but it’s hard to find on tablets & foldables
At the start of last month, Google announced that Keep was getting a dual-pane view on large-screen devices. We’ve now encountered it on a Chromebook, but an annoying limitation restricts availability on Android foldables and tablets.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home web app starts rolling out to view live Nest feeds, older cameras supported
As part of announcing the rebuilt Home app, Google reiterated that the website to view camera feeds was coming “in a few weeks.” “Google Home for web” is now rolling out this week and should be widely available by the next one.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Chat now lets you add custom emoji
Google Workspace’s alternative to Slack, Google Chat, is adding support for custom emoji to your organization starting this week.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Studio is getting a brand-new logo
Google hosted the Android Developer Summit this week to unveil the latest tools for Android app developers and, quietly, the company also unveiled a new logo for Android Studio.
Expand Expanding CloseGuided Frame on the Pixel 7: Who it’s for and how to use it
The Pixel 7 brought us an abundance of new camera-focused features. One of those was Guided Frame, a special mode that allows more users to take top-notch selfies. Here’s how Guided Frame on the Pixel 7 works.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which is the right choice for you? [Video]
If you’re looking for a flagship Android smartphone in late 2022, odds are you’ve at least cast a glance toward the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. What’s the difference and which Google smartphone is the right option for you? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google Pixel Buds Pro land at new all-time low of $150, Pixel 6a $299, Chromebooks, more
All of today’s best deals are now up for the taking, delivering the Google Pixel Buds Pro at a new all-time low of $150. Then go check out the first discount we spotted on Acer’s latest 14-inch Chromebook Spin 713 with $230 in savings attached, as well as the Google Tensor-powered Pixel 6a, dropping lower than ever before, at $299. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung rolls out One UI 5 ‘Maintenance Mode’ to keep your data safe during repair
Handing your phone off to be repaired can be a little anxiety-inducing, given that it contains your valuable info. Samsung has a new “Maintenance Mode” that keeps your data locked away so technicians can do their job without compromising your data.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Chrome ditching support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 in early 2023
If you’re still on an older Windows PC running Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, Google might be giving you a big reason to finally upgrade. Starting in early 2023, Google Chrome will strip support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home app adds ‘Household’ routines as device triggers roll out more widely [Gallery]
Ahead of its larger redesign heading out to the general public, the Google Home app is doing some work with routines, adding a new “Household” option for routines as well as expanding device triggers to more users.
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