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Google Play Games adding Steam-like profiles

Google Play Games adding Steam-like profiles

Google is preparing a major Play Games update which will introduce Steam-like public “gamer profiles” that show stats, milestones, and other data about your time playing games across Android and Play Games on Windows. Starting on September 23, Google says that Play Games profiles will be updated to include “gaming stats and milestones” from games you’ve installed, as well as …

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Google Maps is testing a new way to keep your trip on track

Google Maps is testing a new way to keep your trip on track

Megan Ellis / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps is starting to test Live Updates for navigation on some devices. We spotted the feature several days ago, and more reports from other users have since surfaced. Testing appears very limited for now. If you’ve ever had a live navigation slip off your screen mid-journey, you’ll see why the latest Google Maps …

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Google says reports of a major Gmail security issue are ‘entirely false’

Google says reports of a major Gmail security issue are ‘entirely false’

Google is officially debunking a series of reports that claimed Gmail has been hit with a “major” security issue in recent days. “We want to reassure our users that Gmail’s protections are strong and effective,” the company said in a somewhat unusual statement. “Several inaccurate claims surfaced recently that incorrectly stated that we issued a broad warning to all Gmail …

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Google Pixel 10a specs leak brings disappointing news

Google Pixel 10a specs leak brings disappointing news

For years, Google’s “Pixel a” phones have been fairly compelling devices for those looking for the virtues of Pixel devices—including camera quality—and long-term support at a more affordable price. That said, the upcoming Google Pixel 10a could maintain a fairly conservative approach to spec upgrades, reusing more old hardware than ever. Google Pixel 10a specs leak shows old Tensor …

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Tensor G5 is what Google wants, but does Pixel 10 deserve more?

Tensor G5 is what Google wants, but does Pixel 10 deserve more?

Google’s Tensor reboot of the Pixel lineup has never been about adding more power, but rather about creating an experience tailored to what Google wants your phone to be. With the Pixel 10, Tensor G5 takes a big step in the right direction, but its increased gap with the competition begs the question – is Tensor enough for the Pixel …

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Best Google Pixel 10 preorder deals

Best Google Pixel 10 preorder deals

Here are the best Pixel 10 preorder deals. The official Made by Google Pixel 10 event is still about 30 minutes out, but pre-order deals for the new Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are now live. You’ll also find early offers on the brand new Pixel 10 Pro Fold and pre-order listings for the new …

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Google Has Completed Its AI Glasses Development, With HTC Reported To Be The Contract Manufacturer, Launch Timeline Undecided

Google Has Completed Its AI Glasses Development, With HTC Reported To Be The Contract Manufacturer, Launch Timeline Undecided

The AI glasses market is ripe for exploration and expansion, with Google’s strengths in building the Android platform giving it a distinct advantage over competitors when the company introduces its own solution. However, previous reports were doing the rounds, claiming that Google had zero intentions of launching its own pair, only to stumble upon an update, stating that the advertising …

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Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro XL benchmarked against the best phones

Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro XL benchmarked against the best phones

Now that we finally know what Google’s new Tensor G5 processor is made of, it’s about time we compare it against the best in the business. For today’s benchmarking session, I’ve grabbed rival handsets to compare against the more budget-friendly $799 Pixel 10 and the top-of-the-line, $1,199 Pixel 10 Pro XL. I don’t think anyone has particularly high hopes that …

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Looks like the Google Pixel 10a might be a total snooze-fest

Looks like the Google Pixel 10a might be a total snooze-fest

What you need to know The Pixel 10a might stick with the Tensor G4, marking three years in a row for the midrange Pixel line. It’s tipped to use UFS 3.1, falling behind most midrange phones that have already moved to UFS 4.0. Magic Cue, the new on-device AI feature for calls and contextual info, probably won’t make it to …

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Save on Google Pixel gear, Samsung, more

Save on Google Pixel gear, Samsung, more

Labor Day has arrived with wide-ranging sale events now live at Amazon, Walmart, and just about everywhere else at this point. We have been working tirelessly over at 9to5Toys to uncover the best discounts, and have now collected all of the most notable of them for you, from the ongoing pre-order discounts on Pixel 10 and deals on the Google …

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