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Android Gets Location-Tracking Features That iOS Users Have Had for Ages
Share your location from Google Messages and keep tabs on luggage. Plus, a separate Pixel Drop brings a standalone Now Playing app, lock-screen-info updates, and more.
Apple iPhone 17e vs. Google Pixel 10a: Which Budget-Friendly Phone Delivers More Bang for Your Buck?
With the iPhone 17e and Pixel 10a both aiming for budget-conscious buyers, we compare everything from cameras to battery life to find out which phone comes out on top.
Google Home Adds Gemini Live Search to Tell You What Your Cameras See
Google's Gemini for Home is receiving a series of updates to fix issues and add new software options.
Google Pixel's Unique Now Playing Song Finding Tool Moves to Its Own App
The feature remains exclusive to Pixel devices, even after it arrived in the Play Store.
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Google Pixel 10: This Flagship Phone Fight Is a Real Nail-Biter
The Samsung Galaxy S26 delivers cutting-edge hardware and bold new features, but Google's Pixel 10 returns fire with lower prices, terrific cameras, and smarter software—making this showdown shockingly close.
Heading to South Korea? Using Google Maps May Soon Be Possible
South Korea is planning to reverse a longstanding policy that has made travel mainstay Google Maps largely useless in the country until now.
Google Rolls Out Nano Banana 2, Borrows 2 Notable Features From Pro Model
The new model, now the default image generator in Gemini, promises better text-heavy outputs.
Productivity Hack: This New Feature in Chrome Will Change How I Use the Web
Split view mode simplifies multitasking by displaying two web pages side by side. The latest version of Chrome also includes improvements to how the browser handles PDFs.
The Best VPN Extensions for Chrome in 2026
Chrome VPN extensions come in several varieties, but each has its limitations compared with standalone applications. We explain how these plug-ins differ and run down the top extensions we've tested.
Android Update Puts Gemini AI In the Driver's Seat for Ride-Hail, Food Orders
The new feature only runs on Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 phones, with Samsung’s new series also getting call scam detection and improved Circle to Search.
Google: This Chinese Hacking Group Hit 42 Countries to Spy on Specific Targets
The Chinese spying group, dubbed UNC2814, is quite prolific and has been targeting telecom firms, though it's separate from China's notorious Salt Typhoon.
I Signed Up for Google Gemini Pro. These 5 Features Make It Worth the Cost
Google has a free AI tier, but a paid subscription adds several perks that upgrade your Gemini 3 experience, from priority access to video generation.
Google Blocked 1.75M Policy-Violating Apps From Google Play in 2025
The tech giant chalked up its success in keeping the Play Store clean to initiatives like developer verification as well as new mandatory review checks and testing requirements.
Google Gemini 3.1 Pro Is Here, Beats Rivals in Key AI Benchmarks
Google says its newest model is designed to tackle your 'hardest challenges.' Early benchmarks indicate that 3.1 Pro beats ChatGPT, Claude, and earlier versions of Gemini.
3 Silicon Valley Engineers Arrested, Allegedly Sent Trade Secrets to Iran
The US alleges that the trio transferred confidential documents related to processor security, cryptography, and other technologies to a platform outside the US.
Navigate Smarter: 25 Google Maps Secrets I Swear By When Traveling
Google Maps now requires you to sign in to get all the perks, but it's probably worth it. Use these tips to remember parking spots, access maps offline, share your location, and more.
Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: Should You Spend the Extra $300?
The Pixel 10a offers the essential Google experience at a reasonable price, while the Pixel 10 is a more feature-rich option thanks to its capable hardware and advanced software. Here's how I would decide between them.
This Android Malware Connects to Google Gemini for Tips on Hacking Targets
'PromptSpy' appears to be the first Android malware that uses generative AI in its execution flow, according to antivirus provider ESET.
Google Maps Is Now Less Useful If You’re Not Signed In
Those who aren't signed into a Google account are moved to what Maps calls a 'limited view.'
Google Pixel 10a vs Pixel 9a: Is Google's New Phone Worth the Upgrade?
The Google Pixel 10a is strikingly similar to its predecessor, the Pixel 9a. In fact, very little separates them. I had a chance to check out the 10a early—here’s what sets it apart from the 9a.
