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Google Pixel 5 getting this surprise feature to fight Samsung Galaxy S20

By Henry T. Casey

The Google Pixel phones will get a pretty cool new feature that makes it easier to use the phone while it's lying down.

Whoops! Android 11 accidentally revealed by Google

By Richard Priday

Google accidentally published a web page revealing the existence of Android 11, plus some hints of what new features it may bring.

Yikes! Google just removed more than 500 malicious Chrome extensions

By Kate Kozuch

Google pulled over 500 malicious Chrome extensions from the Web Store after security researchers exposed a malware operation that injects nasty ads in users’ browsing sessions.

Google Pixel 4a release date, specs, price and rumors

By Richard Priday

Google looks to be making another cut-down version of its Pixel phones. Here’s what we’ve learnt so far.

The Pixel 4a's CPU just leaked — but there's some bad news, too

By Richard Priday

We now know the Pixel 4a is codenamed "sunfish", but also that it will be 4G only.

Best Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL deals in February

By Louis Ramirez

These are the best Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL deals you'll find at various retailers.

Epic fail: Google sent private videos in Google Photos to strangers

By Jesus Diaz

People using Google's 'Download your data' service got 'one or more videos' sent to 'unrelated users.'

Google Pixel 3a review: The phone you want for $400

By Adam Ismail, Mark Spoonauer

Editor's Choice

With a flagship-caliber camera, the most innovative features Android offers and great battery life, the Pixel 3a rewrites the rules of what a midrange phone should be.

Google is making an all-in-one communications app to take on Slack and Microsoft

By Richard Priday

The new business-focussed app in development by Google combines some of its most used apps into one.

Police say Android phones are harder to crack than iPhones

By Richard Priday

One forensics detective revealed in an interview that the most popular phone cracking tool used by the police deals with iPhones easily, but struggles with Android phones.

The Pixel 4’s best feature is coming to lots of Android phones with this app

By Richard Priday

The Google Translate Android app will be able to transcribe speech soon.

Best smart home deals in February 2020

By Hilda Scott

The best smart home deals from smart plugs to home security kits.

The Google Pixel 4a has basically just been confirmed

By Richard Priday

A dive into the code of the Google Camera app has returned proof of the Pixel 4a’s existence, as well as of new features for video recording.

Google I/O 2020 set for May 12: What to expect

By Philip Michaels

Google will hold this year's I/O developer conference in May. Here's everything we think the company will show off, including this year's Android update.

The 10 best Android phones of 2020

By Adam Ismail

Check out the best Android phones in every size and for every budget to help you make the right choice.

The best smart home devices that work with Google Home

By Kate Kozuch

From smart lights and thermostats to smart switches and Chromecast, here are the best Google Home devices.

Adware-riddled apps hit 550,000 Android devices: Delete these now

By Paul Wagenseil

At least 17 Android apps snuck their adware functions right past Google Play's screeners.

Your iPhone now works as a Google 2FA security key: How to use it

By Richard Priday

A new update for Google's Smart Lock security app now allows iPhones to verify your identity via Bluetooth when you log into a Google service on another device.

Google Nest Hub Max review: A smart display I would buy

By Mike Prospero

A sleek design, smart motion tracking and handy privacy switch make the Nest Hub Max a great smart display.

The best Google Home commands

By Kate Kozuch

Google Home can do a lot of things, from ordering pizza to looking up flight information to turning on your TV. Here are the best Google Home commands to use.

15 Google Home smart speakers, ranked from best to worst

By Mike Prospero, Kate Kozuch

We've tested more than a dozen Google Assistant-enabled speakers; here are the 15 best Google Home speakers, ranked from best to worst.

Best smart speakers 2020

By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero

Put Alexa or another virtual assistant in your home to answer questions, control smart home gadgets, play music and more with one of our best smart speakers.

What Is Google Chromecast?

By Marshall Honorof

Google Chromecast plugs into your TV and grants easy access to multiple streaming services, from Netflix and YouTube to Google Play.

How to Use Google Photos

By Sean Captain

Google's free service stores and organizes every photo and video you shoot. Here's how to get started and get the most out of it.

How to get Google's awesome Recorder app even if you don't have a Pixel smartphone

By Mike Prospero

An unofficial workaround to get Google's Recorder app on other Android phones

The best cheap smart home devices under $100

By Mike Prospero, Kate Kozuch

Smartify your house or apartment with these inexpensive devices.

The Google Nest Mini at $35 makes a great stocking stuffer

By Hilda Scott

The Google Nest Mini is on sale for an all time low price.

How to Update Google Chrome on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows

By Phillip Tracy

Here is a simple guide on how to update the Chrome web browser on Mac, Windows, Android and iOS.

Lenovo Smart Display 7 review

By Kate Kozuch

The Lenovo Smart Display 7 gives Google Assistant its most compact visual vehicle yet. The audio is underwhelming, but the design is homier than anything in Amazon's Echo Show lineup.

40 best free Android apps

By John Corpuz

From news readers, utilities and games, to photo editors, media players and social networking tools, here are 40 of our favorite free Android apps.

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