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Stable Android 15 Update Begins Rolling Out to Pixel Devices on Beta 4.2
Google is rolling out the stable Android 15 update to Pixel devices on Android 15 Beta 4.2, following the OTA for those on Android 14 yesterday. The update includes the August 2024 security patch and removes some beta features.
Google Seeks Pause on Play Store Changes in Epic Case Appeal
Google has filed an appeal in the Epic case, asking the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to pause the proposed changes to Android and Google Play. The company argues that implementing these changes too quickly could lead to safety and security failures within the Android ecosystem.
Protect Your Pixel Watch 3 with Google's New Official Screen Protector
Google is now selling a Pixel Watch 3 screen protector in its official store, made by Zagg and called the 'InvisibleShield Fusion'.
The End of an Era: 'Google Meet (original)' App Bites the Dust
The 'Google Meet (original)' app has stopped working as part of Google's efforts to upgrade the personal video calling experience, directing users to the new app with additional features like reactions and direct calling capabilities.
Google Photos now enables complex edits while maintaining Ultra HDR quality on Pixel 8
Google Photos now allows you to make complex image edits while maintaining Ultra HDR quality on Pixel 8 and newer devices, thanks to a new ML model that reconstructs missing Gain Map regions.
Google Flights Introduces 'Cheapest' Option for Budget-Friendly Travelers
Ahead of the holiday travel season, Google Flights introduces a new 'Cheapest' search filter that shows more options at even lower prices by considering creative itineraries, such as longer layovers and self-transfers.
Google Updates 'Device Connectivity Service' for Pixel via Play Store
Pixel users receive update to 'Device Connectivity Service' via Google Play, enabling suite of features for cross-device experiences
Pixel Camera 9.6 Update: Underwater Photos, Vertical Panorama, and Quick Access Controls
Capture stunning underwater photos and videos with Pixel Camera 9.6, now rolling out to all compatible devices, along with new features like vertical panorama and easier astrophotography.
Google's New 3-in-1 Charging Dock for Pixel Devices: A Convenient but Clunky Solution
Google begins selling Wasserstein's 3-in-1 charging dock designed for Pixel devices but it doesn't use Qi.
Quick control of your actions, automations, and devices - Introducing the new Google Home Favorites widget for Android
The Google Home Favorites widget provides quick control of your actions, automations, and devices, offering a range of configurations for easy access on Android.
uBlock Origin Struggles with Google Chrome's Extension Upgrades
Due to Google Chrome's shift to a new manifest version, uBlock Origin is facing issues rendering it less effective and automatically disabled for some users.
LG now rolling out Google Cast support update for some 2023 TV models
LG is now rolling out an update to its 2023 TVs which delivers Google Cast support, bringing the widely used standard across both Android and iOS to customers.
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