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How to turn off Google Assistant

By Robert Irvine published 5 July 22

Here’s how to turn off Google Assistant on your Android phone or smart speaker.

Chrome just got a big upgrade to make your life easier

By Malcolm McMillan published 1 July 22

Google has updated its Password Manager for Chrome and Android to address several concerns, including the ability to upload your own passwords manually.

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Best Google Pixel 6 deals in July 2022

By Louis Ramirez published 1 July 22

Google Pixel 6 deals can be found everywhere. We're rounding up today's best sales.

Google Docs just got a big upgrade to help you ditch Office

By Tom Pritchard published 29 June 22

Google Docs is now able to edit Office files offline, for maximum productivity even in Wi-Fi blackspots.

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How to set up Google Chromecast

By Marshall Honorof published 27 June 22

Google does not include a manual for how to set up Google Chromecast. Here's our detailed guide.

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How to create folders in Gmail

By Alan Martin published 24 June 22

Here's how to manage your email better with Gmail's answer to folders: labels.

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Google Maps tips and tricks: 22 things to try next time you drive

By Kate Kozuch, Tom Pritchard published 22 June 22

Google Maps can do way more than getting you around, so be sure to check out these 22 essential tips to enhance your drive.

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Google Maps vs. Apple Maps: Which navigation app is best?

By Tom Pritchard published 22 June 22

Which navigation app should you trust to get from point A to Point B

Google Pixel 6a promo images may have just leaked

By Tom Pritchard published 20 June 22

New images claim to show the Google Pixel 6a from every possible angle.

Google Pixel Watch could copy this from the Apple Watch

By Tom Pritchard published 17 June 22

Google Pixel Watch may borrow an idea from Apple, and launch with multiple strap options.

Google Maps is about to get much better on Android — here’s how

By Tom Pritchard published 16 June 22

Google Maps is finally giving Android a useful widget, complete with local traffic updates.

Ring vs. Nest: Ring Video Doorbell 4 and Nest Doorbell (battery) compared

By Mike Prospero published 15 June 22

For many, the top video doorbell comes down to Ring vs. Nest. Here's how the two compare on price, video quality and features.

Google Maps just got a neat upgrade to help you save money

By Tom Pritchard published 14 June 22

Google Maps just copied a big Waze feature, and is finally adding toll pricing.

How to create a new Gmail account

By Alan Martin published 13 June 22

Here's everything you need to know about how to create a new Gmail account, whether it's your first one or a secondary account.

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Early Google Pixel 6a unboxing video just revealed all

By Tom Pritchard published 13 June 22

Early Google Pixel 6a unboxing video reveals the good, the bad and the ugly for the upcoming budget smartphone.

How to preorder the Google Pixel 6a

By Louis Ramirez published 8 June 22

The Google Pixel 6a will hit stores in July. Here's where you can preorder the Google Pixel 6a.

Google Pixel tablet is coming — everything we know so far

By Alex Wawro published 4 June 22

Google's got a new Pixel tablet in the works that's designed to integrate with your existing Pixel devices. Here's everything you need to know about it.

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Google just merged Google Meet and Duo — what it means for you

By Sanjana Prakash published 1 June 22

Google will merge its video calling apps Duo and Meet. The app will be called Google Meet but will get a few features of Google Duo.

Surprise! Google Pixel 7 prototype just showed up on eBay

By Tom Pritchard published 31 May 22

Google's leaking woes continue as alleged Google Pixel 7 prototype pops up on eBay.

Google Maps now lets you pretend you’re driving a Street View car — here’s how

By Tom Pritchard published 30 May 22

Google Maps is celebrating Street View's 15th birthday by letting you drive around in the Street View car. Sort of.

Google Docs is getting a big upgrade to save you time — here's how it works

By Tom Pritchard published 26 May 22

Google Docs' latest feature is going to make editing separate blocks of text even faster.

Google Docs is getting an upgrade to save you time

By Tom Pritchard published 26 May 22

Using Google Docs is about to get much faster, thanks to a reorganized menu system.

Google Maps just got a big upgrade on your phone — here's how to use it

By Tom Pritchard published 24 May 22

Google Maps is bringing Street View's time travel feature to mobile.

Waze directions in a car: Best Waze tips and tricks

Best Waze tips and tricks: 15 things to try next time you drive

By Tom Pritchard published 24 May 22

There’s a lot more to Waze than getting from place to place, so enhance your Waze experience with these 15 essential tips.

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Google Pixel Buds Pro release date, price and everything we know

By Henry T. Casey published 19 May 22

Google just jumped into the pro buds game — here's their new pair that's $50 cheaper than AirPods Pro.

Best smart speakers in 2022

By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero published 18 May 22

The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home gadgets, play music and more.

The best Google Home compatible devices in 2022

By Kate Kozuch published 18 May 22

The best Google Home compatible devices, from smart lights and thermostats to smart switches and Chromecast.

Google I/O 2022 hardware including Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel Watch and Pixel 7

Google I/O 2022 recap: Pixel Watch, Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro and all the big announcements

By Philip Michaels published 12 May 22

Google's annual developer conference is underway, and we're following all the news, from Android updates to hardware reveals.

Google Meet is fixing one of the worst things about video calls

By Tony Polanco published 11 May 22

Google has unveiled seven key features coming to Google Workspaces that should make working easier, including some big upgrades for Google Meet.

Google just gave us a reason to put on AR glasses

By Philip Michaels published 11 May 22

At Google I/O, the company showed off a prototype of AR glasses that can translate language in real time and display the transcript to whoever's wearing the glasses.

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