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Google Brings Pixel and Android Teams Together Because AI

Kellen April 18, 2024 3

If you didn't already know that Google was going heavy on AI, major reorganization news out of the Search giant today should finally help you realize that they believe AI is the future and they need teams working closer together to realize it. Google CEO...

Google Drive on Desktop Gets Dark Mode

Tim April 16, 2024 6

Considering how long this seemed to take, we didn't think this day was ever coming. After a good amount of waiting, Google Drive on the web is now available with dark mode, and yup, it's super hot. Google showcases dark mode for Drive in all of its glory down...

Here’s the Pixel 8a in Every Color

Tim April 12, 2024 14

It was only a few days ago when we saw an actual photo of the upcoming Pixel 8a. As we continue to push towards Google I/O next month, it's a safe bet we'll continue seeing more of this device, and with that said, here's the Pixel 8a in every color we expect...

Android 15 Beta 1 Issues Include Busted NFC, Other Various Bugs

Tim April 12, 2024 12

We have a fresh Android build on our hands, that being Android 15 Beta 1. Released just yesterday afternoon, folks are already compiling lists of what's borked. Thankfully, the lists aren't too long, though, if anyone was on the fence about flashing this beta...

Google One VPN Shutting Down Because No One Uses It

Tim April 12, 2024 44

In late October of 2020, Google added a VPN service to its 2TB storage plans. In early 2023, the company expanded the same VPN to all of its plans, but apparently that still hasn't helped boost user numbers. With Google not being one to support an unused...

Google, We Want a Depth Effect for Android Wallpapers

Tim April 11, 2024 11

Customization possibilities on Android nearly endless, but sometimes, a new thing gets showcased that isn't available for everyone. When that happens, the process of me lobbying Google to make it native to Android begins, with the latest entry being this depth...

DEAL: Trade In Your Really Old Tablet, Get Pixel Tablet for $250

Tim April 11, 2024 19

Google is offering improved trade-in values on older Android and iOS tablets right now, bringing the price of a Pixel Tablet down to at least $250. If you have a newer trade-in tablet, your price will be even lower. For example, if you have an iPad (6th Gen),...

Slash Quest, Once an Apple Arcade Exclusive, Now on Android

Tim April 11, 2024 1

Slash Quest, once an Apple Arcade exclusive, is now available for Android gamers. Published by the fine people at Noodlecake, the game is a cute title about a not-so-talented knight attempting to retrieve a talking sword and bring it back to the land's Queen....