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APK teardown suggests Pixel Watch battery life may be disappointing
We know that Google acquired Fitbit and since that time has been eagerly awaiting a Pixel Watch. Earlier this year, we were delighted at Google I/O to see it's finally coming. Unfortunately, it's not...
Google asks when will Apple “Get the message”?
It started with a tweet from Hiroshi Lockheimer, with the pressure steadily increasing over time. Now Google has raised the stakes in the messaging mayhem, adding a "get the message" page to the Android...
Google Pixel 6A review — This could be the new mid-tier King of phones
The Pixel 6A landed with me on day 1 of COVID isolation which meant I could give it a thorough working over. It's the third of the Pixel 6 devices, following the Pixel 6...
Google is showing some serious love to large screen Android devices
With updates to Google workspace apps, larger screen Android devices are about to become even more functional. Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Keep are all getting updates that increase usability as we near...
Using Google Messages on your laptop or PC is quick and simple
Google Message seems to be here to stay and Google continues to make efforts to improve the app. Combining SMS and RCS -- with your Android-wielding friends -- it's an increasingly versatile messaging option.
One...
Google Pay becomes Google Wallet
An update to Google Pay is currently rolling out that includes a change of name. In a blog post, the transition of Pay to Wallet is outlined, recognising the way we're now using our...
Google Pixel 6a — First impressions are good, very good
So you might have heard that there's a new Google phone coming called the Pixel 6a. Well it's been on our test bench for a week now and it's fair to say, the first...
Android Earthquake alerts are now available in Australia
Whether you're in a known active area, or one where earth tremors or quakes are rare, it's nice to get a heads up. That's exactly what the Android Earthquake Alerts System is intended to...
Google’s Footy Skills Lab adds inclusive features for vision, hearing and wheelchair users
Google and the AFL teamed up just over a year ago to bring the Footy Skills lab to users. Offering tips and tricks for kids and adults to improve their game.
A year on, further...
Chromecast with Google TV finally gets an update after 7 months
Chromecast with Google TV users might be in for a shock, with the popular streaming dongle finally getting an update that will see the software update bring the device up to build version QTS1.220504.008.
The...
Google Tasks lets those who prefer paper printer their task list
If you're the sort of person who likes to have paper task lists and tick off your to-do's then Google Tasks has just made your week. The update to the web interface allows users...
Google Messages readies message managment similar to Gmail
Google Messages is continually getting updates and additional features and, it seems, there are more coming soon. The changes spotted by 9to5Google in their APK teardown show that Messages may be learning some new...
[Good Deals] EOFY bargains on Google goodies
More deals continue to emerge on tech gear as we approach the end of the financial year. Today's bargains are on Google goodies across not just the Google Store, but the usual retailers.
Everything from...
Google Keep may nearly be ready to roll out text formatting
Another "finally" moment may be soon upon us, making Google Keep a lot more functional. With the addition of text formatting that we've previously seen rumours of, but now it seems the evidence is...
Google Tasks in Workspace and G Suite just became more useful
It doesn't really matter if it's for personal or work purposes; we all have a to-do list. Those lists seem to be constantly growing too, so it makes a lot of sense for them...