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Google Pixel Tablet pricing and availability announced
We've known for a long time that it's coming and just about everything about the device. Now we know the final, vital bits of information; the pricing and availability.
Given Google told us pretty much...
The Google Pixel 7a has just been announced at Google I/O
Google's annual keynote at Google I/O is over for another year and there's plenty to talk about as always. Much of it is background discussion; hardware, however, is one of the more exciting discussions...
Google working an a performance update for its Chromecast with Google TV
Google is apparently developing an update that will be rolled out to its streaming pucks, the Chromecast with Google TV for both the HD and 4K versions. The update will bring with it speedier...
Opinion: The Google Pixel watch has been good, but I want more from the...
So, like a lot of people, I've had a Pixel Watch hanging off my wrist for about 6 months now, and there's a lot I like. The problem is, I can't wholeheartedly recommend it...
The Google I/O schedule gives a glimpse of whats coming to the Google ecosystem
With Google I/O just around the corner, it's time to get excited. We're confident that we'll see new hardware and, as always, new features coming to Android that will be announced during the keynote....
Google Messages readying encrypted group messaging
Google Messages is my weapon of choice for SMS messages and friends who don't have other options. The simple fact is, not everyone is on Whatsapp, Telegram, Signal or Messenger. Particularly friends on iOS...
What’s in my bag? Phil’s daily carry in 2023
Now we're allowed out of our houses again and it's I've done a what's in my kit post, here's the update. Those of you who've read the last few will notice a couple of...
Google Messages may soon have more detailed, AI generated automatic replies
Google Messages continues to be one of the best selling points for the Google ecosystem. RCS is excellent and allows -- much like iMessage does -- visibility of read status and whether someone is...
Google updates its streaming puck, the Google TV with Chromecast with subtle changes
Today I noticed that my Google TV with Chromecast received an update which brought with its some subtle changes which at first don’t seem to bad but do slightly change the way the system...
Google begins teasing Google I/O 2023
Here we go, one of the most exciting times of the year is approaching with Google I/O. Well, it's exciting if you're a geek who enjoys seeing technology and AI advancements at least.
On the...
Google Pixel Watch is updating to include fall detection
This is a cool update from Google for the Pixel watch, adding fall detection to the steadily increasing feature set. The update hasn't yet landed on our testing device, but the Google Blog post...
New Aussie Google Maps features: Better charging advice for Android Automotive, Indoor Live View...
Early on Thursday Paris time, Google announced that they're enabling indoor Live View at 1,000 new airports, train stations, and malls in Barcelona, Berlin, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, Prague, São Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, and...
Sydney’s iconic Ferries launching on Google Street View
Sydney’s iconic Ferries launching on Google Street View thanks to a partnership between Google and the operator of Sydney Ferries, Transdev, and Transport for NSW, will be launching via a partnership which was announced...
Android Auto is set for a long-overdue makeover
Android Auto has been a mainstay in many vehicles for personal and work benefits for many years now. In that time, there have been a lot of improvements, as well as some presentation changes....
Happy New Year from the Ausdroid team
Now we've bid farewell to 2022, and entered 2023 on behalf of the Ausdroid team; I'd like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous year ahead.
There's plenty to look forward to with the likes...