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Forget voicemail, Pixel phones have a handy AI feature that takes messages for you — here's how it works
By Tom Pritchard published
Pixel phone users don't need to rely on voicemail to receive messages — the Take a Message feature can handle that in a smarter and more secure way.

Google users are quietly using '&udm=14' — here's why
By Amanda Caswell published
Google users are quietly using “&udm=14” to bypass AI-heavy search results and bring back the simpler, link-focused version of Google Search.

Google is secretly phasing out Android apps — and AI is the reason why
By Amanda Caswell published
Google’s new Gemini Intelligence features could transform Android into a predictive AI assistant that anticipates your habits, routines and needs before you even ask.

Android’s AirDrop expansion is growing: Here's every phone getting the update — and there's one surprising omission
By Jeff Parsons published
Google has implemented AirDrop support into Android's Quick Share feature but, at present, only a select number of handsets can take advantage of it.

Google settles Android class action lawsuit for $135 million with payouts to 100 million users — here's how to claim your share
By Kaycee Hill published
Google has agreed to a $135 million settlement after a class action lawsuit alleged Android phones were collecting users' data without permission.

Google and SpaceX in talks to launch ‘Project Suncatcher’ orbital AI data centers
By Amanda Caswell published
Elon Musk and SpaceX are exploring AI data centers in orbit, but the idea reveals a much bigger problem: AI is running into Earth’s limits.

Googlebooks vs. Chromebooks: Biggest differences explained
By Tony Polanco published
Google's newly announced Googlebooks seem like the next evolution of Chromebooks. Here are all the biggest differences between these laptops.

Biggest Android Show Google I/O Edition announcements — Googlebook, Android 17, Gemini Intelligence, Android Auto, and more
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google I/O may not be for another week, but The Android Show: I/O Edition spilled the beans on the biggest news and updates for all things Android.
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