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Google releases first Pixel Now Playing app update
14+ hour ago (255+ words) After launching in early March, Google has released the first update to its new Now Playing app for Pixel phones. As of Friday, version 2026.03.24.x (versus 2026.03.02.x) is widely available via Google Play.It's been slowly rolling out over the past…...
Review: Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is the 'something' I wanted all along
19+ hour, 55+ min ago (755+ words) After years of using glass slabs, going back to the mostly-metal designs of the early 2010s is actually quite refreshing. Other changes to the hardware continue to build on what was already a good foundation. The ridiculously massive (and ugly) camera…...
These are the best Android Find Hub trackers for your wallet, and it's not close
16+ hour, 55+ min ago (261+ words) Item trackers are everywhere in the footsteps of the AirTag, and better options just keep appearing. Recently, a new Find Hub tracker from Nomad debuted for Android users, and I think it makes an argument for being the best option…...
These solid Galaxy S26 Ultra cases are our favorites, and a few have hidden features
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (1605+ words) The Galaxy S26 Ultra is a premium phone " hands-down. What that means is it needs a case, and the excuse that Qi2 works without a case is useless in this instance, thanks to the Samsung. From cases with "Aaron" buttons to hidden…...
Pixelated 094: Whoop, there it is
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (241+ words) Will Sattelberg is an editor and podcaster at 9to5Google. He's been covering all things Android since 2021 when he joined the team at Android Police, serving as both News Editor and Phones Editor throughout his tenure. Prior to professionally covering Android and…...
Google Meet now on Apple CarPlay, Android Auto coming ‘soon’
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (187+ words) Google Meet is now available on Apple CarPlay for iPhone users to "join meetings safely while on the road." Google Meet will appear on your car's infotainment display. The app will let you "join meetings with a single tap, view…...
Motorola's next batch of Razr colors sound just as fun as you'd expect
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (371+ words) Will Sattelberg is an editor and podcaster at 9to5Google. He's been covering all things Android since 2021 when he joined the team at Android Police, serving as both News Editor and Phones Editor throughout his tenure. Prior to professionally covering Android and…...
Smartphone price hikes are 'inevitable' report says, entry-level phones are a risk
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (267+ words) As the ongoing RAM/storage crisis continues to send shockwaves through the tech industry, a new report says that smartphone price hikes are "inevitable" while also further pointing out that entry-level phones are the hardest hit. Counterpoint Research Korea reports…...
Pixel 11 Pro XL leak is the most boring one yet, very little changes [Gallery]
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (405+ words) We've seen a handful of Pixel 11 leaks, being handed out in order from smallest to largest device. Where every other Pixel 11 iteration has changed in some way, the Pixel 11 Pro XL shows almost no alterations in this leak. This first…...
Google Fi gives some subscribers a $20 credit following brief service outage
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (212+ words) As we reported earlier this week, March 31 saw a brief outage on Google Fi that showed a message saying that "Your SIM card is no longer active." This took out mobile data for many, but was restored later. Some saw…...