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The Google Pixel 9a is the best $500 phone that I’ve ever tested: The iPhone 16e benchmarks better and the Galaxy S24 FE has more flexible cameras ...
androidauthority.com/google-pixel-9a-review-3545425/
I tried to de-Google my life, but it’s not nearly as easy as it sounds
No bump, more battery: The Pixel 9a reminds me a lot of the Pixel 5, in the best way
androidauthority.com/no-bump-more-battery-pixel-9a-design-3543530/
Android 16 is here for more than just Pixels: All these phones can also run the Android 16 beta!
androidauthority.com/android-16-supported-devices-3545917/
I tested the four best camera phones to crown a long-range zoom champion: I took the latest flagships from Google, Samsung, OPPO, and Xiaomi to see which phone ...
androidauthority.com/best-zoom-camera-q2-2025-3538797/
Google has laid off hundreds from its Pixel, Android & Chrome teams—just weeks ahead of I/O. It follows a push for deeper commitment or severance & ... Show more
Android 16 will bring this crucial anti-theft feature to more phones: Identity Check will be available on more phones with the Android 16 update ...
androidauthority.com/android-16-identity-check-3544525/
ECJ confirms: Mobile phone contracts can last a maximum of 24 months: Vodafone Germany may never bind consumers for longer than two years. This also applies to ...
heise.de/news/EUGH-bestaetigt-Mobilfunkvertraege-maximal-24-Monate-lang-10354962.html
Google lays off hundreds, impacting Android and Pixel teams: Alphabet's Google cut hundreds of jobs in its platforms and devices unit ...
fastcompany.com/91315316/google-lays-off-hundreds-impacting-android-pixel-teams
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Key Facts: Google Clarifies Android's Optional Auto-Reboot Feature
Apr 16 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: androidauthority.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: androidauthority.com
- Google recently confirmed that the auto-reboot feature for Android devices will be optional and will be rolled out in the future.
- This feature automatically restarts the device if it remains locked for three consecutive days, similar to the inactivity reboot feature in iOS.
- The updated wording on the Google System Release Notes page alleviates concerns from users worried about potential disruptions to their devices.
- While the availability of the auto-reboot feature on all Android versions remains unconfirmed, it addresses security concerns linked to file-based encryption.
Is your Pixel phone missing Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock? How to enable it in Android 16 Beta 4
androidauthority.com/enable-screen-off-fingerprint-unlock-android-16-beta-4-3546058/
I really can’t go back to a phone without a zoom camera: Many phones today have telephoto or periscope cameras, and Hadlee Simons realized that he can't buy ...
androidauthority.com/cant-go-back-phone-without-zoom-camera-3536584/
It’s only April, but I already know what the best phone of 2025 should be: We're not even halfway into the year yet, but I am already fairly certain the ...
androidauthority.com/best-phone-2025-guess-3541793/
The Pixel 9a can now participate in Google’s Android 16 Beta program: The Pixel 9a only just arrived, and Google's already letting owners sign up to test ...
androidauthority.com/pixel-9a-android-16-beta-3545831/
Google Pixel 9a review: Basic in just the right way: While it isn't super flashy, the Google Pixel 9a is a really good basic smartphone in all the right ways.
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Key Facts: Pixel 9A: A Value-Packed Phone for $499
Apr 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnet.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnet.com
- The Pixel 9A provides excellent value with numerous features priced under $500.
- It boasts a bright 6.3-inch display, a solid 48-megapixel camera, and a durable build.
- Battery life is average, and it lacks certain features like emergency SOS satellite texting.
- Overall, the Pixel 9A is recommended for users seeking a quality smartphone at an affordable price.
For $499, the Pixel 9A truly feels like you're getting more bang for your buck.— CNET tester during the review of the Google Pixel 9A.
Developer Nick Johnson says he was "targeted by an extremely sophisticated phishing attack [that] exploits a vulnerability in Google's infrastructure ... Show more
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Key Facts: US Court Confirms Google's Illegal Advertising Monopoly
Apr 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stadt-bremerhaven.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stadt-bremerhaven.de
- A US court has ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly in online advertising technology.
- The lawsuit was filed by the US Department of Justice and 17 states, alleging Google unlawfully dominates advertising technology.
- Judge Leonie Brinkema found that Google's actions were anti-competitive, harming publisher clients and consumers.
- The ruling could have significant implications, including potential restrictions or even a breakup of the company.
"Google has intentionally engaged in anti-competitive conduct to acquire and maintain its monopoly position."— Judge Leonie Brinkema in the ruling regarding Google's anti-competitive behavior.
Gemini’s best trick is now rolling out to all Pixel phones for free!: Google is expanding the availability of Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing ...
androidauthority.com/gemini-live-with-camera-and-screen-sharing-expansion-3545517/
Pixel 9A Is Out Now: What to Know About Google's Budget Android: Google's $499 phone has a lot in common with the pricier baseline Pixel 9 ...
cnet.com/tech/mobile/pixel-9a-is-out-now-what-to-know-about-googles-budget-android/
Google’s newest AI model is designed to help study dolphin ‘speech’: Google has created an AI model, DolphinGemma, to help decipher dolphin vocalizations ...
techcrunch.com/2025/04/14/googles-newest-ai-model-is-designed-to-help-study-dolphin-speech/
Forget Live Translate: Google is now using Pixel phones to talk to dolphins: Google has introduced DolphinGemma, an AI model that runs on Pixel phones to help ...
androidauthority.com/google-dolphin-gemma-3544674/
How ‘free’ is a free phone? We’ve done the math, so you don’t have to: Carriers try to lure you in with the offer of a free phone, but how good are these deals ...
androidauthority.com/how-free-is-a-free-phone-3493368/
Download the Google Pixel 10 wallpapers here: Make your phone look like a Pixel 10 months ahead of Google's actual launch, thanks to this Pixel 10 wallpaper ...
androidauthority.com/pixel-10-wallpapers-3545096/
Google is bringing back the Do Not Disturb shortcut for people who hate Modes: Google is preparing to re-add a dedicated shortcut for toggling Do Not Disturb ...
androidauthority.com/android-do-not-disturb-shortcut-3545687/
I wish the Pixel 10 Pro skipped the 1x camera altogether for two zoom lenses: The Pixel 10 Pro's camera specs leaks are nothing to get excited about ...
androidauthority.com/wish-pixel-10-pro-two-zoom-lenses-3525022/
Google Layoffs Affect Hundreds in Division Working on Chrome Browser, Pixel Phones
entrepreneur.com/business-news/google-lays-off-hundreds-in-platforms-and-devices-unit/489916
Gemini can now browse Google Photos on your Android phone, but there’s a catch: You can now link Gemini to your Google Photos account to search for specific ...
androidauthority.com/google-photos-gemini-integration-rolling-out-3544692/
I’d buy this iPhone over any Android phone for my parents: The iPhone 16e is a powerful yet simple smartphone experience with excellent support ...
androidauthority.com/iphone-16e-perfect-phone-non-techie-parents-3543575/
Sorry Google, a zoom lens won’t convince me to buy the Pixel 10 over the 9a: A new telephoto camera for the Pixel 10 is supposed to catch the eye of ...
androidauthority.com/pixel-10-telephoto-camera-pros-cons-3538196/
Google’s love affair with old camera tech is holding the Pixel 10 Pro back: Leaked Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL camera specs suggest there's little for ...
androidauthority.com/photographer-skipping-pixel-10-pro-3538281/
Good news: Your smartphones and other gadgets are now exempt from US tariffs: The US has made a U-turn on tariffs for electronics, announcing that phones, PCs ...
androidauthority.com/smartphones-electronics-exemption-us-tariffs-china-3544130/
What phones do the Android Authority team use? (2025 Edition): What phones do we actually use after reviews and testing? We asked the team and here are our daily ...
androidauthority.com/android-authority-phones-2025-3537424/
If you’ve spent a decent amount of time on the web, you’ve probably noticed that blue links turn purple after you click on them ... Show more
Ziff Davis Apr 16
New Google LLM Aims to Translate Dolphin Language
extremetech.com/science/new-google-llm-aims-to-translate-dolphin-language
5 most tantalizing tech reviews of the week: Samsung's gorgeous, great value 8K TV and the smart but plain Google Pixel 9a
techradar.com/tech/reviews-recap-25-04-12
Battle of the Budgets: Pixel 9a vs Galaxy S24 FE vs iPhone 16e performance tested
androidauthority.com/pixel-9a-vs-galaxy-s24-fe-vs-iphone-16e-3543043/
Microsoft’s overlooked Android launcher showed me everything Pixel Launcher is missing
androidauthority.com/microsoft-launcher-pixel-launcher-3541676/
Google brings in-call scam notifications to Pixel watches: You can try it out on the Pixel Watch 2 or 3.
engt.co/421iCpE
Keith Anderson applied to 100 Big Tech jobs after he quit teaching, but didn't hear back. Once he made these four changes to his résumé, Google hired him ... Show more
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Google Pixel 9: Two of the most popular compact flagships go head to head. We are experiencing a renaissance of compact flagships of sorts ...
gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_vs_google_pixel_9_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-67075.php
Gemini Live’s screensharing feature is now free for Android users: Google’s feature for Gemini Live feature that lets it see and respond to what’s on your camera ...
theverge.com/news/650285/google-gemini-live-screensharing-camera-feature-android-free
Weekly poll: what do you think of the Google Pixel 9a?: Google's mid-ranger will become available next week in several countries and then expand to more ...
gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_what_do_you_think_of_the_google_pixel_9a-news-67230.php
I love my Pixel 9 Pro but this compact flagship might pull me away: We only have a handful of rumors about it so far, but the OnePlus 13T might be a compact ...
androidauthority.com/oneplus-13t-opinion-3540837/
Epic Google Fi deal: Free Pixel 9a for new customers, or a discount for existing ones
androidauthority.com/google-fi-pixel-9a-free-3543685/
AI Object Removal - which phone is best?: AI is all the rage these days. It has become an integral part of our smartphones and has seeped into many of the tasks ...
gsmarena.com/ai_object_removal_which_phone_is_best-review-2819.php
OnePlus 13 becomes the first non-Pixel phone to get Android 16 beta: OnePlus 13 receives Android 16 beta 2, making it the first non-Pixel device to test it ...
androidauthority.com/oneplus-13-android-16-beta-2-release-3543045/
The Pixel 10 proves that everyone wants a zoom cam, even if they don’t know it yet
androidauthority.com/pixel-10-proof-everyone-wants-zoom-3541657/
Like Quick Tap? Google could make your entire Pixel touch-sensitive.: Google let you double-tap the back of your Pixel, but a new patent suggests your ...
androidauthority.com/google-pixel-touch-sensitive-patent-3543862/
Pixel Weather is my favorite weather app; there’s just one problem with it: Pixel Weather is one of my favorite weather apps on Android today ...
androidauthority.com/pixel-weather-favorite-weather-app-one-problem-3541747/
Google exploring free tier for Gemini Veo 2’s AI video-making app: Google appears to be preparing a freemium version of its Gemini Veo 2 video generation tool.
digitaltrends.com/android/google-exploring-free-tier-for-gemini-veo-2s-ai-video-making-app/
Google's upcoming 'Raise To Talk' feature for Wear OS may bring up Google Assistant or Gemini when you raise your Galaxy Watch ... Show more
Retaining top AI talent is tough amid cutthroat competition between Google, OpenAI, and other heavyweights.
Google’s AI division, DeepMind ... Show more
Google might soon make this Pixel 9 exclusive feature even more useful (APK Teardown)
androidauthority.com/pixel-9-call-notes-share-transcript-apk-teardown-3541062/
An ex-Google and Indeed recruiter said that after being labeled an underperformer, it's the perfect time to stop and evaluate the next steps in your career ... Show more
Google has laid off hundreds of workers across its Pixel, Chrome, and Android teams, The Information reports, citing a person familiar with the move.
Does it always have to be an iPhone? Four alternative smartphones in a professional test
berliner-zeitung.de/stil-individualitaet/beste-guenstige-smartphones-google-nothing-honor-samsung-iphone-li.2314887
You haven’t even pre-ordered the Pixel 9a yet, and there’s already a teardown video
androidauthority.com/pixel-9a-teardown-3541765/
The Most Dangerous Hackers You’ve Never Heard Of: From crypto kingpins to sophisticated scammers, these are the lesser-known hacking groups that should be on ...
wired.com/story/most-dangerous-hackers-youve-never-heard-of/
The biggest mistake Google needs to avoid with the Pixel 10 series: The Pixel 10 series keeps on leaking, and the more we see of the phones ...
androidauthority.com/google-pixel-10-series-biggest-mistake-avoid-3540112/
Once Again, Google’s Pixel 9a Is Unbeatable Value: It might not look like a classic Pixel phone anymore, but this Android is still the best smartphone bargain.
wired.com/review/google-pixel-9a/
Google Assistant is wreaking havoc on DND settings and making people miss alarms and calls
androidauthority.com/google-assistant-do-not-disturb-3541703/
Gemini Live’s screensharing feature is rolling out to Pixel 9 and Galaxy S25 devices
theverge.com/news/644757/google-gemini-live-screen-share-video-camera-pixel-9
Google's Pixel Tablet Is Now Just $279, Matching Its Best Price Yet: You can save up to $140 off your new Google tablet, depending on which storage you choose.
cnet.com/tech/googles-pixel-tablet-is-now-just-279-matching-its-best-price-yet/
An Instagram iPad App, a New Motorola Razr, and Gemini’s Latest—Here’s Your Gear News of the Week
wired.com/story/an-instagram-ipad-app-a-new-motorola-razr-and-geminis-latest/
The battle for AI talent is so hot that Google would rather give some employees a paid one-year vacation than let them work for a competitor ... Show more
The bump was better: How Google smoothed away the Pixel 9a’s identity: Google removed the camera bump on the Pixel 9a, and I'm not a fan ...
androidauthority.com/pixel-9a-camera-bump-gone-3538639/
Don’t buy the Google Pixel 9a: 5 reasons to wait for the Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 9a looks like a really solid budget Android phone. However ...
androidauthority.com/dont-buy-google-pixel-9a-wait-for-pixel-10a-3537963/
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: First render images: Steve Hemmerstoffer, better known as OnLeaks, has once again conjured up a new render image ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-erste-render-bilder/
Pixel 9a will throttle your battery and charging speed whether you like it or not
androidauthority.com/google-pixel-9a-battery-health-assistance-3540234/
Cameras are no longer the main reason I choose a Pixel; this is: Cameras used to be the biggest appeal of the Pixel line-up for me, but another feature has ...
androidauthority.com/safety-main-reason-choose-pixel-3537158/
Pixel Screenshots is getting a widget, and we have a first look at it (APK teardown)
androidauthority.com/pixel-screenshots-widget-3539965/
I tested 10+ Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro cases and these are the only ones I would buy
androidauthority.com/best-google-pixel-9-cases-3484062/
Pixel’s lock screen weather glitch might have you dressing for yesterday’s forecast
androidauthority.com/pixel-lock-screen-weather-forecast-bug-3540196/
Google rolls out Gemini 2.5 Pro free for everyone: Google surprises users by making its most advanced Gemini AI model available for free to all users ...
neowin.net/news/google-rolls-out-gemini-25-pro-free-for-everyone/
No, you’re not going crazy: One of the best Pixel Weather app features is now missing
androidauthority.com/pixel-weather-map-removed-3539856/
Google has patched a previously unknown vulnerability in the Chrome browser that was used to deliver spyware to Russian users.
The zero-day vulnerability ... Show more
The Pixel 9a finally has an availability date: Better late than never. After a period of delay, silence, and technical difficulties, Google finally has an ...
gsmarena.com/the_pixel_9a_finally_has_an_availability_date-news-67158.php
