Sometimes, you don’t need a deep philosophical debate or a complex multi-step breakdown. In fact, most of the time you just need a quick fact. With this in mind, Google is rolling out a new “Answer now” button within the Gemini app. This feature allows users to cut through the long pauses often associated with more advanced AI models . Basically, the priority is the reply speed. The new button appears specifically when using the Pro or Thinking models....

Maps is one of Google’s core platforms, one that’s frequently polished to make the experience seamless for users. In our latest dose, we’re learning that Google Maps for Android may soon gain a new power saving mode. This apparently works independently of your phone’s power saver mode, and you can enable it by pressing the power button. Google Maps could be developing a new power saving mode Android Authority has discovered evidence of the new ‘power saving’ mode within the 25....

If you’re one for listening to stuff rather than reading, Google’s new change should cater to you. The Mountain View tech giant is rolling out an audio briefing in its Google News app . It was teased earlier this month as an experiment for those who prefer listening rather than reading while commuting or working out. This is now reportedly rolling out . Google News app rolling out audio briefings Google News audio briefing is available on Android and iOS with app version 6....

Google Photos is the default gallery app on Android. It’s also a powerful photo editor. However, collage is not its best feature and is a pain to create. That’s changing now as Google Photos is giving its collage creator a major overhaul , giving more control to users. This upgrade also makes sharing a creation and submitting feedback easier. Google Photos brings major upgrades to collage creation With the new major Google Photos upgrade, users get the flexibility to select an empty template without relying on images....

Google’s Pixel 10 Pro is finally almost here, and while it doesn’t ship until August 28, Google has officially announced the phone in full this morning. The Pixel 10 Pro price will start at $999.99, and it’s packed with improved specs while coming in four different colors, just like the last few generations. The Pixel 10 Pro is essentially the Pixel 10 Pro XL packed into the smaller Pixel 10 size....

The brand-new Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is now available for pre-order. And, if you act fast, you can secure some nice bonus deals before the device officially hits store shelves on August 28 . This year, Google is making its pre-order offers even sweeter. You’ll get a bundle of free perks regardless of which retailer or carrier you choose. Every Pixel 10 series pre-order includes a 1-year subscription to the Google AI Pro plan, six months of Fitbit Premium, and three months of YouTube Premium....

Google is actively refining its Certified Refurbished program, marked by the removal of older hardware and an immediate price drop on the remaining devices. The latest update to the Google Store saw the permanent removal of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro while simultaneously slashing the price of the next-generation refurbished models— Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro . This streamlining effort appears to focus the refurbished lineup entirely on devices with longer guaranteed software support....

Android devices make up as much as 70% of the total market share worldwide. And because of this wider network and the new technology, it can emerge as a powerful earthquake early warning system. Recent research indicates that the Android network can aid in early earthquake warnings , even in remote parts of the world. How Android’s larger network could help it become an effective earthquake warning system According to research conducted by Alphabet , Google’s parent company, the Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) has been able to provide “life-saving” warnings in many places across the globe....

After Vivo, OPPO, and Xiaomi, another brand is joining the external camera lens race for its upcoming flagship. We’re talking about HONOR , which will offer an add-on telephoto extender lens as a part of the camera kit for its upcoming Magic8 RSR Porsche Design. The company is showing off the camera kit through an official poster image before its launch. HONOR reveals Magic8 RSR Porsche Design’s camera kit before launch The poster image showing the telephoto extender seems to be revealing a 2....

Remember when we used to get excited at seeing a phone packing a 6,000mAh battery? Well, HONOR’s about to put just about everyone in the smartphone market to shame. The company is launching its new HONOR Win smartphone at the end of the week, and thanks to the folks at GSMArena , they have managed to get some hands-on time with the phone, giving us an idea of what it looks like and what we can expect....

Maps is one of Google ‘s most convenient and useful services. Street View, one of its most popular features , is extremely popular. With a few quick clicks, we can virtually drop into any neighborhood, scouting a vacation rental or checking out a new restaurant. But that same convenience comes at a cost to privacy: anyone in the world can virtually stand on the curb outside your home. Fortunately, there is a way to ask Google Maps to blur, or “ghost,” your home....

Apple’s much-awaited iPhone 17 launch event could happen in early September. Going by the leaks, there are some notable upgrades and improvements in the pipeline, fingers crossed on the ProMotion display for the standard iPhone 17 . A sketchy new hands-on video of an iPhone 17 dummy inside a liquid silicone case has now leaked. While this shows a familiar design for the iPhone, the case has two small holes in the corners that could be for a lanyard loop....

Alongside launching the new iPhone 17 series, Apple also introduced the A19 and A19 Pro chips. The latter is present inside the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models, and also the iPhone Air, but a binned version with one less GPU core. Apple promises almost a 40% improvement in performance compared to the previous iteration. These claims are now reflected in benchmarks , which show the iPhone 17 Pro is the fastest phone out there....

We all know that Apple is expected to announce its first foldable smartphone next year. Well, its design has just surfaced again, and this time it comes from a trusted source. Jon Prosser just revealed the iPhone Fold design (which is slightly different than the one from the other day ), plus a ton of additional details about the phone… and something else rather interesting. Let’s talk about it. Only 3 iPhones coming in 2026, without the base iPhone 18 model Before we get to the iPhone Fold, let’s talk about the very first thing he revealed in the video....

Kindle Scribe updated with color But wait, there’s more! There’s also an “Ask This Book” feature. Highlight any passage while reading and ask questions about it. Want to know why a character did something or what a particular scene means? The AI will give you spoiler-free answers based on what you’ve read so far.

Many associates Augmented Reality (AR) with bulky headsets. After all, it seems like the ideal form factor for these types of experiences. However, it seems that the industry is quietly moving toward a future where the technology disappears into standard-looking eyewear. At CES 2026 , Lumus showcased the specialized AR glass components, known as waveguides, that make this transition possible. Lumus had a very positive 2025 with the Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses adopting its technology....

Meta Compute is the company’s latest and most strategic move to expand its AI infrastructure . Last year, the tech giant announced its plan to spend heavily on future AI products. Now, the firm has explained how power, data centers, and custom systems will make that possible. This move shows how serious Meta is when it comes to the future of its AI services. Why Meta Compute matters in the growing AI power race Chief executive Mark Zuckerberg announced Meta Compute , the company’s project aimed at boosting its AI infrastructure....

Meta, TikTok, and YouTube are facing a major lawsuit in California over claims that their apps cause youth addiction . The case revolves around whether design features of these platforms cause harm among youths and worsen their mental health. At a time when social media usage is at its peak, this trial could shape how such companies are held responsible for their platforms. TikTok, YouTube, and Meta Platforms are soon to face trial on a youth addiction case The lawsuit was originally filed by a 19-year-old woman from California, identified as K....

Microsoft has finally introduced its first in-house AI image generation model: Called MAI-Image-1. Redmond-based tech giant’s first text-to-image AI model made its debut on the public model ranking forum LMArena , which listed it among the top 10 text-to-photo AI models. Thanks to the model, the Redmond tech giant will stop relying solely on external partners like OpenAI. Microsoft finally has an in-house AI image generation model Since the beginning of this year, Microsoft has put resources into creating in-house generative artificial intelligence models under the Microsoft AI (MAI) label....

Multi-tasking on an Android tablet has always been an average experience. It’s not bad, but there is certainly room for improvement. However, the recent Android Canary 2510 release has signalled good news for tablet users. Google is preparing a new, system-wide App Bubbling feature for the Google Pixel Tablet and high-end Samsung models. The feature is expected to completely elevate the way users use these devices for activities like work, studies, and leisure....