Google Search AI Mode adds intelligent booking and contextual understanding
AI Mode keeps getting more useful
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-search-ai-mode-personalized-agentic/
There's a Jimmy Choo version of the Honor Magic V Flip2
Honor has embraced fun and fashion with the Magic V Flip2, right down to partnering with designer Jimmy Choo
https://www.androidpolice.com/honor-magic-v-flip2-phone-collab-with-jimmy-choo/
Soundiiz is the best way to sync YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and more
YouTube Music and Spotify don't work together, but thanks to Soundiiz, they do now
Google Messages' Unsubscribe button: A powerful tool against SMS spam
Discover how Google Messages' built-in unsubscribe feature helps combat unwanted promotional texts and maintain a clean
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-messages-unsubscribe-feature/
The Google Pixel 10 is a phone Samsung could never get away with
Google's software actually delivers
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-10-samsung-comparison/
Gemini’s latest Android update gives its homescreen widget a fresh look
The redesign is now live via the Play Store
https://www.androidpolice.com/fresh-widget-styles-are-now-available-for-the-gemini-app-home-screen/
Score a discount on the Garmin Forerunner 970 while you still can
A small but welcome discount
https://www.androidpolice.com/garmin-forerunner-970-700-deal/
The Android apps that helped me slim down my wallet
I moved most of my wallet's contents to my phone
https://www.androidpolice.com/apps-that-replaced-everything-in-my-wallet/
The HMD Fuse uses AI to keep nudity off the phone
The HMD Fuse uses a service called HarmBlock AI to ensure the phone is safe for kids to use and enjoy
https://www.androidpolice.com/hmd-fuse-is-a-never-nude-phone/
Google Pixel 10 brings blurred wallpaper to Always On Display
Blurred wallpaper comes to AOD
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-10-gives-always-on-display-style-upgrade/
5 top smartphones to consider instead of the Google Pixel 10
The Pixel 10 has some tough competition
https://www.androidpolice.com/phones-you-should-buy-instead-the-google-pixel-10/
Google Pixel 10 will use AV1 and VP9 codecs for smaller 4K videos
All thanks to VP9 and AV1
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-10-makes-4k-videos-less-storage-hog/
Google rolls out Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixels with new features
There are a lot of new changes here
https://www.androidpolice.com/android-16-qpr2-beta-1-drops-preview-december-standout-changes/
US Mobile offers steep discounts on Google's Pixel 10 lineup
Also save on Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL
Google Home to adopt Gemini and ditch Assistant for all smart device control
Those struggling to be understood by Google Assistant can speak conversationally to Google for Home starting in October
https://www.androidpolice.com/gemini-for-home-replacing-google-assistant/
Shop Pixel 10 phones and score big savings on T-Mobile
Sign up and get Google's latest for less
Why pay more? The Pixel 9 delivers at just $359
Premium experience, budget price
https://www.androidpolice.com/mint-mobile-30-pixel-9-summer-promotion/
Google's new AI-powered Pixel Journal app is exclusive to the Pixel 10 series
At least for now
Pixel Watch 4 vs. Pixel Watch 2: Why I'm making the switch
So many practical upgrades
https://www.androidpolice.com/why-im-finally-upgrading-from-pixel-watch-2-to-pixel-watch-4/
Halloween interview: Illfonic details its approach for its next multiplayer horror game
Halloween is getting a new horror game from Illfonic, and I spoke to its developers ahead of the reveal to learn more about the game
Made by Google 2025 recap: Pixel 10 Series, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Buds 2a unveiled
Everything Google announced at Made by Google 2025
Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 10 Pro: Why the Pro is worth the upgrade
Extra power, storage, and cameras on the Pro
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-10-is-fine-until-you-see-what-pro-can-do/
PS5 and PS5 Pro price increase announced in the United States
After August 21, you will need to pay $550 to buy a PS5 and $750 to buy a PS5 Pro in the United States
https://www.androidpolice.com/ps5-and-ps5-pro-prices-are-going-up-in-the-united-states/
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra renders leak ahead of launch
Bye-bye, notch!
https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-tab-s11-ultra-leak-teases-notchy-design-tweak/
Google Docs now uses Gemini for text-to-speech narration
Google Docs now offers a Gemini-powered text-to-speech model, allowing users to listen to document contents.
Discover the security risks of using automatic password autofill
Autofill opens the door to security breaches
https://www.androidpolice.com/i-stopped-using-password-autofill-you-should-too/
Samsung pushes fifth One UI 8 beta to Galaxy S25 users
Another beta closer to release
https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-s25-picks-up-yet-another-one-ui-8-beta/
Every PS Plus Premium and Extra game from August 2025, ranked
We're ranking every game coming to the PS Plus Premium and Extra game catalog this month, including Marvel's Spider-Man, Resident Evil 2, and more
https://www.androidpolice.com/ps-plus-premium-extra-games-august-2025-ranked/
Gmail's missing privacy feature finally solved
Hide My Email isn't just for Apple users; here's how Gmail users can get the same privacy
The Google Pixel 9a is the perfect back-to-school smartphone for students
An excellent back-to-school choice
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-9a-back-to-school/
Grab one of the best foldable phones at its lowest price for a limited time
Save big on one of the best
https://www.androidpolice.com/motorola-razr-plus-2025-hot-pink-653-deal/
One UI 8 bug brings this long-envied multitasking feature from OnePlus to the Galaxy Z Fold 7
It changes how you multitask on Galaxy Z Fold 7
https://www.androidpolice.com/one-ui-8-bug-oneplus-open-canvas-galaxy-z-fold-7/
The 5 essential AI apps every Android user should have on their phone or tablet
The Google Play Store is filled with apps powered by artificial intelligence or machine learning. After testing dozens AI apps, here are our top picks
https://www.androidpolice.com/best-ai-apps-for-your-android/
Grab the Anker Prime Charger for less, as it falls to its lowest price yet
Maximize your charging experience
https://www.androidpolice.com/anker-prime-250w-charger-110-deal/
Visible Inner Circle is set to go live on August 21
Going live on August 21
https://www.androidpolice.com/visible-inner-circle-now-official/
Perplexity makes a $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome
Punching above its weight class
https://www.androidpolice.com/perplexity-makes-offer-to-buy-chrome/
Google Search gives more control over your results
You hold the remote
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-customize-news-sources/
Google Home update makes live camera feeds actually reliable
Improved live camera playback
https://www.androidpolice.com/your-google-home-cameras-should-now-lie-to-you-less/
T-Mobile is now in a bit of trouble over its confusing ads
A win for consumers
https://www.androidpolice.com/bbb-narb-t-mobile-confusing-20-savings-claims-ads/
Google's other navigation app is ending updates for older devices
Wazed and confused
https://www.androidpolice.com/waze-no-longer-support-android-9-or-older/
First Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 phones are coming very soon
Flagship phones from at least two major manufacturers are expected to launch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip soon
https://www.androidpolice.com/first-snapdragon-8-elite-2-equipped-phones-almost-here/
Streamline your note-taking workflow with labels and AI
Switching to a folder-less approach and using AI tools accelerated my note-taking productivity. Here's how.
https://www.androidpolice.com/my-new-note-taking-setup-uses-0-folders-and-a-few-powerful-tricks/
Samsung tests a navigation switcher for a future version of One UI 8
Rather than defaulting to the Android three-button navigation style, Samsung may soon offer a choice during set up.
https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-long-overdue-navigation-change-to-phone-setup/
Samsung Galaxy A56 vs. Google Pixel 9a: Only one is right for you
You know who you are
https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-a56-google-pixel-9a-comparison/
GameSir's GameHub app makes PC emulation on Pixels better
A welcome improvement
https://www.androidpolice.com/pc-emulation-pixels-performance-boost/
Google Pixel Watch 4 wish list: What I want as a Pixel Watch 2 user
More than just a spec bump
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-watch-4-wish-list-what-i-want-as-a-pixel-watch-2-user/
US Mobile ditches data caps with new truly unlimited and budget-friendly plans
One of the best prepaid offerings yet
https://www.androidpolice.com/us-mobile-ditches-data-caps-truly-unlimited-data-plans/
Google Messages is slowly but surely testing cross-platform RCS encryption
Universal encrypted messaging, at last
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-messages-rcs-encryption-underway/
Get a premium robot vac for $230 while the Roborock Q8 Max is at its best price ever
That's $170 off
I enjoy the Motorola Edge 2025, but the Google Pixel 9a wins out
Motorola made things closer
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-9a-motorola-edge-2025-comparison/
I hated the Pixel Fold when it came out but Google fixed everything I complained about
Aged like fine wine
Google's upcoming double tap gesture is still missing the one feature we actually want
But it's a step forward regardless
https://www.androidpolice.com/pixel-upcoming-double-tap-to-screen-off-gesture/
Buying app subscriptions through Google Play Store can actually save you money: Here's why
Easy ways to avoid overpaying for apps and services
https://www.androidpolice.com/how-to-save-money-on-google-play-store-app-subscriptions/
My ongoing battle with the unsubscribe button
Companies use psychological factors, design tricks, and multi-cancellation processes to keep you paying for their subscription — making it a challenge
https://www.androidpolice.com/why-canceling-subscriptions-is-hard/