Galaxy S26 Ultra: This Could Be Its Most Realistic Design Glimpse Yet

The rumor mill has been buzzing with details about Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra . However, they have focused mainly on what new features and enhanced specifications we might see. But now, we might have received the most realistic early look yet at the design of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. A conceptual image has appeared, showcasing the rear of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The standout feature is a new vertical raised platform dedicated to three of its rear cameras....

January 5, 2026 · 3 min · 427 words · Sean Ringel

Gemini Finally Arrives On Google Tv, Starting With Tcl’s Qm9k

After first demoing Gemini on Google TV back at CES in January, Google is finally bringing Gemini to the TV starting today. It is starting out on the TCL QM9K MiniLED TV today, and will be available on more devices later this year. These devices include the Google TV Streamer, Walmart onn. 4K Pro, 2025 Hisense U7, U8 and UX models, as well as teh 2025 TCL QM7K, QM8K and X11K models....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 309 words · Lee Kirkpatrick

Google Fi Wireless: Everything You Need To Know

If you’re reading this, you’re likely an Android enthusiast, and that means you’re probably interested in Google’s own carrier, Google Fi Wireless. It’s not as straightforward as Verizon or T-Mobile. But once you take a look at coverage, plans, features, and more, you’ll definitely want to take a look at Google Fi Wireless for a spin. In this article, we will go over what Google Fi Wireless actually is. As well as its plans, phones, and tablets that are available, features, costs, and much more....

January 5, 2026 · 13 min · 2587 words · Ruth Creveling

Google Gemini Projects First Look: Isolated Workspaces For Better Ai Organization

AI chatbots started as simple question-and-answer tools. However, they soon evolved into essential assistants for complex, multi-step projects. As workflows involving multiple files and long discussions become the norm, keeping all that information organized is quickly becoming a major digital challenge. Google ‘s Gemini is tackling this organizational problem head-on, preparing to launch a “Projects” feature . As its name suggests, the feature will offer compartmentalized workspaces for every task. The upcoming tool is fundamentally about organization and focus....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 275 words · George Walker

Google Home App Finally Supports Temperature Scheduling For Older Nest Thermostats

Back in April, Google announced that it would finally bring temperature scheduling support for popular Gen 3 and E Nest models in the Home app. This is around the same time that the Mountain View giant ended support for several older Nest Thermostats. This can be a move to push more users towards the latest 4th-gen model. It now looks like Google Home temperature scheduling in the Home app is finally here, as per Android Authority....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 359 words · Conrad Groves

Google Home To Finally Fix Its Major Issues, Company Confirms

There’s been a huge spike in reports from Google Home users recently regarding the poor Assistant experience. Multiple users have complained about problems with Google Home devices on Reddit and almost every corner of the web. So far, Google has ignored the complaints of users. However, a Google executive has finally acknowledged and apologized for the Google Home problems , also announcing that major improvements are coming soon. Google Home is finally getting major improvements later this fall Responding to users, Anish Kattukaran, Chief Product Officer of Google Home and Nest, posted an apology about Google Assistant’s issues on Google Home products....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 392 words · Pamela Sultzer

Google Just Supercharged Galaxy Xr — Here Are The 3 New Features

Google and Samsung have just announced three new features for Galaxy XR . They were presented during The Android Show XR Edition . Google’s Android XR-focused presentation. We’ll talk about the new features in a moment. Before that, however, let me just tell you that you can check out the entire Android Show XR Edition on YouTube, it’s embedded below. It has a duration of around half an hour. Google just announced 3 new very compelling features for the Galaxy XR With that being said, let’s focus on the new features ....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 408 words · Dorothy Meres

Google Pixel 10 Pre

Amazon AT&T T-Mobile Verizon Google Store Now that the Google Pixel 10 has been announced, it’s time to talk pre-orders. They are open right now, and there are plenty of deals available for those who pre-order. Google is offering six months of Google AI Pro Plan (that’s Gemini Advanced + 2TB of Google One storage), six months of Fitbit Premium, and three months of YouTube Premium. No matter where you buy your Pixel 10 from, those freebies are available to you....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 368 words · Graham Richards

Google Pixel's Unresponsive Navigation Button Bug Is Finally Fixed

Google Pixel devices got the latest Android 16 update back in June. The OTA brought several core improvements and a fresh UI design change. However, after the update, we noticed several reports about the three-button navigation —and even gestures—becoming unresponsive. But we finally have some good news, as the issue has been addressed. Google Pixel gets the latest August security patch Many users, even including owners of the latest Google Pixel 9 series, reported that their device’s three-button navigation became unresponsive after installing the Android 16 update....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 306 words · Rene Flowers

Google Plans To Launch Ai Data Centers Into Space

Google is thinking far outside the box—or, more accurately, outside the atmosphere. Its goal is to solve the energy demands of its soaring AI ambitions. With that in mind, Google has announced a “moonshot” research project called Project Suncatcher, which envisions launching constellations of solar-powered satellites equipped with Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) to create AI data centers in space. The primary motivation is simple: clean, near-unlimited energy. On Earth, AI data centers are raising environmental and utility concerns due to their massive power needs....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 372 words · Kathy Gillam

Google Removes A Privacy

For owners of legacy Pixel devices, a clever convenience recently turned into a privacy headache. Google has officially confirmed a glitch in “Take a Message” that, under specific conditions, kept the Pixel Phone’s microphone active and leaked background audio with callers . To protect users, the company is now making the tough call to disable the Take a Message feature entirely on the Pixel 4 and 5 series. Google disables “Take a Message” on Pixel 4 and 5 to Fix mic audio leak bug The “Take a Message” tool was designed to be a helpful digital assistant....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 373 words · John Thomas

Google Tasks Finally Gets Deadline Feature, But With A Limitation

Google was reportedly testing deadline functionality in the Tasks app a couple of months ago. This was long overdue, considering the nature of the app . Although we usually appreciate the minimalist design of the app, the lack of this feature was still important. Well, that is changing now . The deadline feature is rolling out to Google Tasks for Android . However, it is not entirely good news, as there appears to be a limitation....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 281 words · Teresa Cothren

Google's Play Store App Reveals Pixel 10 Lineup Before Launch

Google’s Pixel 10 lineup has more or less leaked in full when it comes to the design, colors, and a few more interesting details, but now the entire lineup of phones has also (sort of) leaked in the Play Store . We say sort of because images of the phone didn’t just appear out of thin air. Rather, they were found by poking around in the app. If you’ve not seen the Pixel 10 or its siblings yet, we’ve exclusively leaked designs for all four phones, including the Pixel 10 , Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL....

January 5, 2026 · 3 min · 533 words · Hope Arterburn

Google’s Earthquake Alerts Hit 790 Million Warnings — And They're More Accurate Than You Think

Google’s Android Earthquake Alert system was first developed in 2020. However, the feature was initially available to a limited number of devices and regions. Google had targeted to cover all US states by September 2024. It also rolled out the feature to WearOS -supported smartwatches to ensure that most users are given access to this life-saving feature. Google’s Android Earthquake Alert Works by Using the Data from the Accelerometer Ever wondered how Google’s Android Earthquake system works?...

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 328 words · Ronald Posey

Google’s New Ai Lets You Try On Clothes Using Just A Selfie

The problem with buying clothes online is that you don’t know how it will look like on you in real-life. Sure, it might look good on the model, but will it look good on you too? Well, Google is looking to solve that problem with a new AI feature that lets you try on clothes virtually just by uploading a selfie. Google AI feature lets you try on clothes by uploading a selfie According to Google , this feature takes advantage of the company’s Nano Banana image generation tool....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 392 words · Kenneth Zepeda

Grab The Eufy C10 Robot Vacuum Self‑emptying For $219 (was $479)

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to upgrade your cleaning setup, this is it. The eufy C10 Robot Vacuum is now on sale for just $219, down from its regular price of $479 — that’s a huge $260 discount. For less than half the usual price, you’re getting a fully automated robot vacuum with features that rival models twice the cost. The eufy C10 is all about convenience. It comes with a self-emptying dock that holds up to 3 liters of debris, meaning you can go up to 60 days without having to touch a dustbin....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 320 words · John West

Huawei Matepad Pro 12.2 (2025) Review: The Perfect Tablet For Google Haters

For years, the conversation about Huawei in the West has been about what the company cannot do. However, focusing solely on the restrictions ignores the engineering capabilities of the company. While the software ecosystem remains a hurdle for the average user, the hardware team continues delivering some marvels, and the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch (2025) is a clear example of this. The HUAWEI MatePad Pro is not a budget device but a premium slate that aims to compete directly with the behemoths in the segment —like the iPad Pro and Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S Ultra series....

January 5, 2026 · 17 min · 3496 words · Virginia Bailey

Information Hygiene: Important Habits For Data Protection

The internet has become integral to our social and work lives today. It is possible to carry out banking, shopping, or even just talking with friends on the internet. However, this ease has its problems, which expose our data to danger all the time. Cyber criminals not only attack companies; they also target individuals because they are less protected. Information hygiene involves developing certain behaviors that help safeguard one’s personal data from unauthorized users....

January 5, 2026 · 6 min · 1083 words · Loretta Finney

Insta360's Flagship 8k 360° Action Camera Just Hit Its Lowest Price Yet

The Insta360 X5 represents a significant upgrade over its predecessor, packing dual 1/1.28-inch sensors that capture stunning 8K30fps 360-degree video. The larger sensors mean better light capture and improved dynamic range, resulting in footage that looks crisp and vibrant in virtually any condition. One of the standout features is PureVideo, an AI-powered low-light mode that delivers impressive results even in challenging lighting situations. The triple AI chip design powers advanced noise reduction and image processing, so you can shoot confidently from day to night....

January 5, 2026 · 2 min · 286 words · Kristine Sherman

Iphone 17e Reportedly Launching In Early 2026 With A Familiar Setup

Apple appears to have a lot on its plate for the year 2026. Among them is the iPhone 16e’s successor, presumably the iPhone 17e. This is the company’s entry-level iPhone that took over the SE lineup. Besides this, we’ve also been hearing about a low-cost MacBook as well as the 12th-generation iPad. In an encouraging development, a new research report from Jeff Pu of GF Securities says that Apple will introduce its low-cost iPhone 17e in early 2026 , which syncs with previous reports ....

January 5, 2026 · 3 min · 459 words · Jennifer Goodwin