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Is Android still an operating system? Google says no, but here's why that's a stretch
The "intelligence system" rebrand is bold marketing, even if Android hasn't actually changed that much.
Google hasn’t shown any reason for ‘Googlebook’ laptops to exist, so why should we be excited?
We’ve been hearing about Google’s behind-the-scenes work to move its laptop efforts over to Android, but now that we’ve seen...
Bank of America resets Google stock forecast before key event
BofA reveals what could happen to Google shares.
6 Of The Best Wearables For Sleep Tracking
Some of the best wearables for accurate, personalized sleep tracking include products from Apple, Google, Fitbit, Oura, and more.
I quit Google after 18 years. I felt pressured to adopt AI too quickly
A man who worked at Google for nearly 20 years quit because he felt unhappy with its AI policy.
The Best Android Auto Apps You're Probably Not Using
Android Auto has more to offer than just Spotify and Google Maps. There's a whole range of apps that you can use in your car. Here are a few of our favorites.
Google’s new Gemini Intelligence will only be available on a handful of the best current Android flagships for now
The advanced AI-powered feature seems to have some crazy high requirements, both hardware and arbitrary ones. A few days ago, Google announced Gemini...
Arizona students boo ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt during graduation speech
Eric Schmidt, the former Google CEO, faced jeers and boos during a commencement address at the University of Arizona's graduation ceremony on Friday.
I used to email myself everything — these 5 Google Drive features fixed that
Drive features that fixed my messy workflow
Google’s Android Upgrade—Why You Need A New Phone In 2026
Bad news for a billion-plus Samsung and Pixel owners — only new phones get Google's new upgrade.
Bill Ackman says Alphabet stake sale not a bet against the company
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman said on Saturday that the sale of Google parent Alphabet's shares was not a bet against the company.
Google Health Premium vs. Basic Features Comparison
The launch of Google Health, its new app, and the Fitbit Air is around the corner. In fact, for many of you, the new Google Health app should start showing up on your phones as an update as early...
Gemini Intelligence requirements mean most Android phones are going to miss out
Gemini Intelligence's requirements are higher than you might realize.
Gemini Intelligence has high Android spec requirements, likely won’t support Pixel 9 or Galaxy Z Fold 7
Google’s new Gemini Intelligence push was announced this week and it has pretty steep requirements for Android devices to support...
Google tests 5 GB cap for users who skip phone numbers
New accounts may get only 5 GB instead of 15
How to Prevent Chrome Browser from Downloading 4GB of Local AI Model Files
If you’re a Mac user of the Chrome web browser, as many are, you might be interested to know that the latest versions of Chrome default to downloading a large local Gemini AI model that can t…
Meta braces for Android XR, opens Ray-Ban Display glasses to third-party apps
Meta is opening the door to third-party apps on Ray-Ban Display glasses as the debut of Android XR is right around the corner.
Googlebook finally delivers a true desktop with app icons and widgets to Google’s laptops
For over a decade, the ChromeOS desktop has been little more than a glorified wallpaper viewer. While there is definitely an appeal to that distraction-free, minimalist approach, users migrating...
Did Apple's MacBook Neo accidentally build the new Googlebook?
Google better price this one adequately.
Google's slimmed down Gemini model is quietly winning AI customers
Vercel CEO Guillermo Rauch highlights Google's Gemini Flash model's rise in AI demand, overtaking Anthropic in Vercel's AI Gateway.
Fitbit 4.69 rolls out with redesign of focus stats and logging
Google has rolled out version 4.69 of Fitbit for Android as the last update before the Google Health rebrand...
Gemini's Spark agent has leaked, and it looks like it's gunning for Claude Cowork's throne
It could clean up your messy Gmail inbox or make changes to your Google Docs.
After a Google layoff, I booked a flight and started my family
Shanon Morris and her husband lost their jobs around the same time. Instead of looking for new ones, they started traveling — and started a business.
Google explains why some new Gmail accounts only get 5GB storage
In a statement to Android Authority, Google confirmed it is testing a new storage policy that offers reduced free storage in select regions.
On-Prem Microsoft Exchange Server CVE-2026-42897 Exploited via Crafted Email
CVE-2026-42897 is exploited in on-prem Exchange; crafted emails enable spoofing, forcing urgent mitigation.
Google starts rolling out QR code-based Quick Share transfers between Android and iPhone
Android phones that don't have native Quick Share-AirDrop support can now use QR code sharing to send files to iPhones.
Google launches a gorgeous new landing page for the upcoming Googlebook
The dust is just beginning to settle from The Android Show and the massive Googlebook announcement, and Google is beginning the work of building hype for the fall hardware launch. If you were...
Google's May Android Canary update brings the blur
Google's got a new bleeding-edge release ready for testers, with Android Canary 2605 now available for the Pixel 6 and newer.
Android Canary 2605 brings the blur to Pixel system UI
Google today released Android Canary 2605, with this preview build adding much more blur to the system UI on Pixel devices.
‘Gemini Spark’ is Google’s upcoming AI agent in the Gemini app
In the ramp up to I/O 2026, Google has been working on adding a more advanced agent. It now looks like it will be branded as “Gemini Spark.”
Google’s upcoming 'Gemini Spark' could soon book your flights and handle your inbox
Google may unveil Gemini Spark at I/O 2026, an AI agent that can automate tasks and act on your behalf across apps and services.
Six Popular iPhone Apps Now Available on CarPlay
Apple's CarPlay system for accessing iPhone apps on a vehicle's dashboard screen has received six popular apps in recent weeks: ChatGPT, Perplexity, Grok, Google Meet, WhatsApp, and the indie artist streaming platform Audiomack. Make sure you have the latest version of each app and they will automatically appear on CarPlay. ChatGPT Starting with iOS 26.4, CarPlay supports voice-based conversational apps.
Every Android device that has or will soon get AirDrop
Google has rolled out AirDrop to even more Android smartphones. Is your Android phone on the list?
Sony’s awful ‘AI Camera Assistant’ for Xperia is the final boss of the worst camera trend [Gallery]
Yes, Sony actually seems to think that image you’re seeing above looks better after running through an “AI Camera Assistant.”...
Google is quietly turning Gemini into a productivity OS, and it's awesome
The silent takeover
Google accounts no longer get 15GB of free storage, only 5GB until you link a phone number
Google has made a notable change to its account storage policy, limiting the usual 15GB of free storage only to...
Spotify Brings Nashville’s Songwriting Community Together for Mental Health Summit
Spotify recently welcomed songwriters, artists, executives, and music students to Nashville for a Mental Health & Songwriter Summit. The event was an extension of our ongoing Heart & Soul, Mental Health for Creators initiative, which offers tools, care, and space to reflect on the emotional side of creative life. The summit at Belmont University’s Fisher...
The era of 15GB free Gmail storage is ending
Google could be testing a change to its free storage tier by offering 5GB free storage instead of 15GB with Gmail accounts.
Motorola Razr Fold review: A worthy rival to Google and Samsung
It even has native stylus support, which Samsung dropped on the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Google may finally let you move passkeys to another password manager on Android
Google could soon end the passkey lock-in for its Password Manager's users.
We Tested 33 New Phones to See Which Charge Fastest and Crown 2 Winners
We ran 33 phones from Apple, Google, OnePlus, Samsung, Motorola and more through our charging tests. The winners are given our CNET Lab Award.
Windows Zero-Days Expose BitLocker Bypasses And CTFMON Privilege Escalation
YellowKey bypasses BitLocker via WinRE USB FsTx files, exposing Windows 11 and Server 2022/2025 systems.
New Fragnesia Linux Kernel LPE Grants Root Access via Page Cache Corruption
Fragnesia CVE-2026-46300 corrupts Linux page cache via XFRM ESP-in-TCP, enabling local root access on major distros.
Apple Backs Google After EU Orders Android Be Opened Up To AI Rivals
The company agrees with Google that it would put European users' privacy and safety at risk.
Google may finally have a true Nest Hub successor in the works
A seemingly new device called the 'Google Home Display' has leaked, and we're excited for what might be in store.
Google is about to release a new Gemini model
Sources say that Google plans to announce a new Gemini model at its annual I/O conference on Tuesday. I’m told the release will land roughly in the class of OpenAI’s recent GPT-5.5. and well short of Anthropic’s Mythos, which, despite not being widely available, has reset how every lab talks about what “leading” means.
‘Google Home Display’ appears, hopefully as a potential Nest Hub replacement
Ahead of the upcoming release of Google Home Speaker, a new “Google Home Display” has appeared in Google app code,...
The Heart of Entertainment: Canadians are Choosing YouTube More Than Ever
Last night we hosted Brandcast, YouTube’s annual Upfront event in New York City. The event showcased YouTube’s role as the epicentre of culture, announced exciting new p…
Apple warns EU against forcing Google to open Android to AI rivals
Apple submitted a filing to the EC today criticizing proposed measures that would force Google to open parts of Android to AI rivals.
Android rolling out AI-powered ‘Contextual suggestions’ that learn from your habits
Google is using on-device AI to analyze how you use your Android phone and provide "Contextual suggestions."
These Android devices will get AirDrop next – here’s why your phone might not
Google announced yesterday that its implementation of AirDrop support in Android’s Quick Share will be coming to more Android phones,...
Forget Chromebooks and Pixelbooks: Google just introduced Googlebooks, which are specifically designed for AI
The new laptops, due this fall, mark Google's biggest laptop reset since 2011 — and are a direct shot at Apple and Microsoft.
Here’s a First Look at the New Google Fitbit Air
The Google Fitbit Air was announced last week and immediately went up for pre-order with a ship date at around May 26. It costs either $99 or $129 depending on which version you want, is a...
‘Gemini Intelligence’ reportedly launching with Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8
Google’s “Gemini Intelligence” updates for Android might arrive on Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and other foldables first, a...
Google on its ‘continued commitment to Chromebooks’ after Googlebook
Following yesterday’s Googlebook announcement, the company released a post aimed at existing enterprise and educational Chromebook users. Google says “Chromebooks...
Sony Xperia 1 VIII packs a redesign, flagship specs, microSD, 3.5mm jack from €1,500
Sony’s latest flagship is here, with the new Xperia 1 VIII offering some powerful specs for the usual lofty price...
The ‘Googlebook’ Is Reinventing the Mouse Cursor—but Little Else
It looks like Chromebooks and ChromeOS aren't quite dead yet.
Apple is dominating US phone sales, it sounds like Google Pixel is holding on
A new report shows that, perhaps even more so than usual, Apple’s iPhone is dominating phone sales in the US...
Here’s the changelog for Samsung’s Android 17 update, One UI 9
Samsung is rolling out the first beta update for One UI 9 which, for Galaxy devices, will bring Android 17...
Microsoft's MDASH AI System Finds 16 Windows Flaws Fixed in Patch Tuesday
Microsoft’s new MDASH AI system found 16 Windows vulnerabilities fixed in this month’s Patch Tuesday, including 2 RCE flaws in IKEv2 and TCP/IP.
First Snapseed 4.0 update adds Camera shortcut on Android
Following last week’s launch, Snapseed 4.0.1 for Android is rolling out with a shortcut to quickly launch the new Camera experience.
I’ve waited years for Apple to fix iPhone-to-Android texting, and it’s finally happening
Apple and Google are finally bridging the security gap, rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS in the iOS 26.5 beta.
Changes to the ARC Raiders update schedule
Update cadence changes, October update, and the future of ARC Raiders
Intel CPUs Set to Power Googlebook Laptops, with "Wildcat Lake" in Play
Google launched its "Googlebook" laptops yesterday, introducing a new intelligent platform that leverages Gemini AI, succeeding its Chromebook offerings. Initially, it was unclear what hardware Google would use for its upcoming laptop models. However, Intel announced that it has been collaborating w...
Googlebook's best feature is already available in Chrome on your laptop
Google's Magic Pointer feature is rolling out to Gemini in Chrome on desktop.
Android Adds Intrusion Logging for Sophisticated Spyware Forensics
Android Intrusion Logging stores encrypted forensic logs for 12 months, helping experts investigate spyware attacks on high-risk users.
How Google Is Moving The Needle On AI, Tony Stark-Style
Google DeepMind's new AI-powered pointer may change how humans interact with computers altogether.
Google could finally give Pixel phones proper Material You color controls
A new Android 17 leak suggests Google is working on deeper Material You color customization options for Pixel phones.
Samsung reportedly bringing Galaxy Glasses, Galaxy Watch 9 to Fold 8’s July event
A new report reveals that Samsung's Galaxy Glasses and new Galaxy Watch 9 series will share the same launch date as Galaxy Z Fold 8.
DeepMind details Googlebook ‘Magic Pointer’ with demos you can try, also coming to Gemini in Chrome
The Magic Pointer on Googlebook was built with Google DeepMind. The research team behind this underlying capability...
Google Makes It Easier to Share Files Between Android and iPhone
Google today said it is introducing updated file sharing features that will make it easier for Android users to send files to iPhone users. Quick Share is already compatible with Apple's AirDrop feature on select Android devices, but Google says the feature will expand to Samsung, OPPO, OnePlus, Vivo, Xiaomi, and HONOR devices in 2026.
Google launches line of Android laptops festooned with Gemini AI
If you're not a fan of having AI baked into your OS, look elsewhere
Google Previews Android 17 With 'Gemini Intelligence' a Month Before Apple's iOS 27 Reveal
Google today previewed Android 17, the next version of Android that it is bringing to smartphones and other devices. Android 17 includes multiple new AI features, and it comes about a month ahead of when Apple plans to unveil iOS 27 with new AI capabilities. Google is now calling the AI features on Android "Gemini Intelligence," branding similar to Apple Intelligence.
Find Hub ‘Mark as lost’ will require biometric unlock & hide Quick Settings, more
At The Android Show, Google today announced the latest security and privacy features for the mobile operating system.
Android Auto is getting video apps, music updates, and more Gemini smarts
Google is delivering some major Android Auto updates over the course of 2026, including support for video apps and new...
Chrome for Android adding full Gemini integration and auto browse
In January, desktop Chrome gained an auto browse capability. This is now coming to Chrome for Android with deeper Gemini integration.
Google is bringing AirDrop support to most Android phones later this year
After early launches on Pixel and Galaxy, cross-platform AirDrop support is on its way to most Android devices later in 2026.
‘Pause Point’ is the Digital Wellbeing upgrade Google’s needed to deliver for years
Pause Point is a big upgrade to Google's Digital Wellbeing tools on Android, and the company says it's just the start.
Android 17 is getting redesigned emoji, and Google is clearly never bringing back the blobs [Gallery]
Google is introducing a new collection of emoji in Android 17 that delivers 3D textures for the entire catalog of...
Android Auto is getting a redesign that takes up your whole display, adds widget support, more
Google has announced an incoming redesign for Android Auto that, while not a major leap forward, improves support for car...
Everything Google announced at its Android Show, from Googlebooks to vibe-coded widgets
Google unveiled its new AI-first Googlebooks laptops, more agentic Gemini features, vibe-coded Android widgets, Gemini in Chrome, refreshed Android Auto, and more ahead of I/O.
First look at Googlebook: A premium Chromebook alternative for Android users
Googlebooks use an all-new OS that merges Android and ChromeOS with more premium hardware.
Android is getting a big AI overhaul in 2026
Google has big plans for Android in 2026, and most of it is AI.
Google Unveils New Android AI Features Ahead of Apple’s Siri Revamp
Alphabet Inc.’s Google announced a slew of upcoming features for its Android 17 operating system, showcasing its progress in artificial intelligence weeks before Apple Inc. is set to announce major upgrades to its own iOS platform and AI offerings.
Quick Share is coming to more phones, and expanding into apps
Google previously brought AirDrop support to some Android phones, but it's now announced that Quick Share is coming to WhatsApp.
Android Auto gets a fresh take on Google Maps navigation, teases more Gemini at the Android Show
The Show revealed everything you can expect from Android Auto.
Google launches new Android security feature to help uncover spyware attacks
Intrusion Logging is a new part of Android’s Advanced Protection Mode, which aims to help protect human rights activists, journalists, and dissidents from government spyware attack and law enforcement forensic devices.
Google Announces Upcoming Security Tools For Android, Including Enhanced Protection Against Banking Scam Calls
The Live Threat Detection feature is also getting a major upgrade.
The Top New Features in Google’s Android 17—and Gemini Intelligence—Coming This Summer
You’ll soon be able to generate your own widgets or ask Gemini to finish a booking in Chrome on Android.
Android Auto Getting a Full Refresh With Widgets, YouTube...
As a part of today's "The Android Show: I/O Edition," Google shared the future of Android Auto, as well as Cars with Google built-in (Android Automotive). There are big changes coming to both, but...
Android adds a feature to stop you from doomscrolling
Google’s new Android feature, Pause Point, forces you to wait before opening distracting apps in an effort to curb addictive scrolling habits.
Everything announced at The Android Show: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks, and more
Google is making all its Android announcements a week before I/O 2026. At The Android Show, we got four sets of announcements.
Google announces its Chromebook successor: the Googlebook
Google has a new operating system and a new laptop platform, but no hardware just yet.
Stop Chrome Browser From Downloading a Hidden 4GB AI File
If your Mac's storage has been mysteriously shrinking recently and you use Google Chrome, you may have already identified the culprit. The browser has been downloading a 4GB AI model file onto computers without explicit user consent. Here's how to reclaim the space.
Google’s Aluminium OS revealed in 16-minute leaked video
Is this our first look at Android on PC?
Google Prepares "Googlebook" as a Chromebook Successor, Powered By Gemini
Google is preparing to refresh its laptop lineup, replacing the traditional Chromebook branding with the new "Googlebook" name. According to a now-deleted XDA Developers post, archived by some Redditors, Google is collaborating with several PC OEMs to launch what seems to be the successor to its wel...
You can now buy Moto Tag 2 with UWB in Android Find Hub, longer battery life
Announced earlier this year, Moto Tag 2 has quietly gone on sale in recent weeks with UWB support in Android...
How to watch Google’s Android Show: I/O Edition today
Expect a look at Android 17 and Gemini updates.
AI-assisted hacking is already here, Google warns
Researchers have found the first known case of cybercriminals using AI to exploit a zero-day flaw.