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Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: A slim gap is now a chasm [Video] In years gone by, the A-series has encroached on the base Pixel, but that isn’t the case in 2026. How does the Pixel 10a stack up against the Pixel 10? Here’s everything you need to know. more…

Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: A slim gap is now a chasm [Video]

Google Home voice commands should be ‘snappier’ with fewer errors in new update Google Home is rolling out more updates to address ongoing issues with voice commands, with the latest fixes apparently making everything “snappier” and less prone to errors. more…

Google Home voice commands should be ‘snappier’ with fewer errors in new update

Oppo’s Find N6 leaks in spectacular orange color before OnePlus could make a second foldable As another year goes by without OnePlus’ second foldable phone, its sister company, Oppo, is getting ready for its fifth release. New Oppo Find N6 leaks give a glimpse of the Android foldable in stunning colors, including orange. more…

Oppo’s Find N6 leaks in spectacular orange color before OnePlus could make a second foldable

Valve’s Steam Machine becomes less of a certainty in 2026 after passing product update Valve got tons of folks excited about its new Steam Machine, catering to gamers who want a familiar library and experience stuffed into a console that was supposed to release in 2025. Well, that reality might be farther off than expected. more…

Valve’s Steam Machine becomes less of a certainty in 2026 after passing product update

Samsung talks smart glasses details, stops short of confirming display It’s pretty widely known that Samsung is preparing to launch a pair of smart glasses later this year and, speaking at MWC, the company confirmed the tiniest details about its first smart glasses. more…

Samsung talks smart glasses details, stops short of confirming display

Pixelated 091: Android 17, now with even more bubbles Welcome to episode 91 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, with Abner and Damien out at MWC, Will invites Andrew Romero to join him on a whirlwind tour of two new OS upgrades from Google: Android 16 QPR3, and Android 17 Beta 2. The two discuss AI-generated wallpapers, that new Now Playing app, and Android’s new bubbles — not to be confused with its own bubbles — while Andrew introduces his SPI: Sandwich Price Index. Subscribe * YouTube Podcasts * Pocket Casts * Spotify * Apple Podcasts * Overcast Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscription by signing up for Proton Unlimited using this link. Thanks to Proton Unlimited for sponsoring this week’s episode. more…

Pixelated 091: Android 17, now with even more bubbles

Today’s Android game and app deals: Space Survival, Super Onion Boy 2, DYSMANTLE, more Your afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals before we head into the weekend awaits below. Highlights include Space Survival: Mars RPG Pro, Super Onion Boy 2, Avalar: Shadow War Premium, DYSMANTLE, BE-A Walker, Squid – Icon Pack, The Fall 2 : Zombie Survival, 112 Operator, and more. You still have time to land FREE Galaxy Buds 4 with Galaxy S26+ and S26 Ultra orders, just be sure to also scope out the Windows Copilot+ PCs/gaming laptop sale at Best Buy with up to $1,100 in savings too. Friday’s apps await below. more…

Today’s Android game and app deals: Space Survival, Super Onion Boy 2, DYSMANTLE, more

Pixel Journal gets short Material 3 Expressive bottom bar Material 3 Expressive’s short bottom bar is now available in Pixel Journal as AI features come to the Pixel 9 series. more…

Pixel Journal gets short Material 3 Expressive bottom bar

Android 16 QPR3: Pixel Launcher search bar loses M3 Expressive redesign In December, Pixel Launcher search was replaced by the Google app. The Android 16 QPR3 March update compounds this design regression by removing the M3 Expressive search bar from the homescreen.  more…

Android 16 QPR3: Pixel Launcher search bar loses M3 Expressive redesign

Claude hits one million daily signups, passing ChatGPT in Google Play Store Claude is gaining significant traction, with a new report stating that the company is seeing in excess of one million user signups on a daily basis. If that trend continues, it could surpass other AI firms like OpenAI. more…

Claude hits one million daily signups, passing ChatGPT in Google Play Store

Deals: FREE Galaxy Buds with S26, Bose 24-hour flash sale, Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PC $550 off, more Today’s 9to5Google Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to score a FREE Galaxy Buds 4 with Galaxy S26+ and S26 Ultra orders while you still can. But we also have a Bose 24-hour flash sale now live at up to $270 off – QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, soundbar, and more – as well as Dell’s Inspiron 14 Plus 2.5K touchscreen Copilot+ PC down to its lowest price at $600 (save $400) and Lenovo’s AMD-powered IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PCs with the RTX 5050 GPU now starting from $750 (all-time low). Scope it all out below more…

Deals: FREE Galaxy Buds with S26, Bose 24-hour flash sale, Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 OLED Copilot+ PC $550 off, more

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is coming to the US for the first time and, at $499, I can’t wait Nothing revealed its new Phone (4a) series yesterday and, in a “blink and you’ll miss it” reveal, the company is bringing the Phone (4a) Pro to the US for the first time – here’s why I’m pretty excited about that. more…

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is coming to the US for the first time and, at $499, I can’t wait

Someone just proved Samsung Galaxy phones can have way bigger batteries [Video] Smartphone batteries have been getting bigger and bigger, meanwhile Samsung Galaxy devices have been completely stagnant with the exact same battery size in every Galaxy Ultra phone for the past six generations. Yet, someone just proved just how much bigger the battery capacity can go by doubling the battery capacity of Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold. more…

Someone just proved Samsung Galaxy phones can have way bigger batteries [Video]

Google says these AI models are best at coding Android apps AI tools, love them or hate them, have been a big deal in coding and app development, and Google is now actively testing out what the best tools are for Android app development – here’s the full list. more…

Google says these AI models are best at coding Android apps

Google Pixel won ‘Best Smartphone’ back-to-back, but lost to the iPhone 17 this year Google’s efforts with Pixel phones have been improving over the past few years, to the point where the Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series both managed to win “Best Smartphone” awards at MWC in back-to-back years, but the iPhone 17 has taken back the crown this time around. more…

Google Pixel won ‘Best Smartphone’ back-to-back, but lost to the iPhone 17 this year

Galaxy S26 series is already a hit, 70% of pre-orders are for Ultra According to new data out of Korea, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is already breaking pre-order records and is ahead of its predecessor, with the vast majority of early purchases being for the Galaxy S26 Ultra in particular. more…

Galaxy S26 series is already a hit, 70% of pre-orders are for Ultra

Google Play Points offering some $400 off the Pixel 10 Pro As the Pixel 10 Pro reaches its six-month mark, Google Play Points is offering some members $400 off. Start by going to the Perks tab on Android. more…

Google Play Points offering some $400 off the Pixel 10 Pro

Google releases Pixel 10a ‘stallion’ factory images With the Pixel 10a now on store shelves, Google today released factory images for “stallion.” more…

Google releases Pixel 10a ‘stallion’ factory images

Google is giving Pixel Weather’s icons a contrast-heavy makeover No phone is complete without a weather app, which is probably why Google realized it was high time its Pixel devices had a dedicated offering just a few years ago. Soon, the company plans to roll out an accessibility-friendly overhaul to its weather icons, all centered around contrast and visibility. more…

Google is giving Pixel Weather’s icons a contrast-heavy makeover

Amazon’s Fire TV UI is getting a new look and subtle smarts The Amazon Fire TV experience is taking on a new look with a few thoughtful UI changes and smart features that look genuinely exciting. Amazon says the experience will come in the form of a free update, even though it’s announcing a new TV, too. more…

Amazon’s Fire TV UI is getting a new look and subtle smarts

Today’s Android game and app deals: LEGO Bricktales, Maneater, Last Survivor, SpongeBob, more Your Thursday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals awaits after the jump below, including titles like Maneater, Last Survivor: Survival Pro, SpongeBob – The Cosmic Shake, LEGO Bricktales, Little Big Workshop, Defense legend 4 HD: Sci-fi TD, Hyper Light Drifter, One Hand Clapping, and more. SCope the ongoing Galaxy S26 deals – exclusive $180 store credit, up to $900 off with trade, and more – and then hit the fold for the apps. more…

Today’s Android game and app deals: LEGO Bricktales, Maneater, Last Survivor, SpongeBob, more

OpenAI is upgrading its professional AI model to ChatGPT-5.4 Following an update to how ChatGPT models react to users, OpenAI is rolling out an even newer version to cater to complex problems with ChatGPT-5.4. more…

OpenAI is upgrading its professional AI model to ChatGPT-5.4

Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 from $550, up to $1,100 off Windows PCs, Lenovo’s Legion 5i OLED laptop $450 off, more Today’s 9to5Google Lunch Break is headlined by Galaxy Tab S11 at $150 off at Amazon (but it will drop from $800 down to $540 with Galaxy S26+/Ultra orders). We also have a giant selection of PC deals today – save up to $1,110 on Windows Copilot+ PCs/gaming laptops from $180 alongside this Acer Aspire 16-inch touchscreen Snapdragon Copilot+ PC at $550 and a huge $450 discount on Lenovo’s Legion 5i OLED gaming laptop with RTX 5070 GPU down at its lowest price today. Head below for a closer look. more…

Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 from $550, up to $1,100 off Windows PCs, Lenovo’s Legion 5i OLED laptop $450 off, more

9to5Google Best of MWC 2026: The most important new products and announcements MWC 2026 is coming to a close, so to wrap up our time in Barcelona, here are 9to5Google’s Best of MWC 2026 Awards. more…

9to5Google Best of MWC 2026: The most important new products and announcements

OnePlus 15T officially gets a 7,500mAh ‘Glacier’ battery OnePlus’ upcoming compact Android phone is getting some extra power, with the company confirming the OnePlus 15T will house a 7,500mAh battery. more…

OnePlus 15T officially gets a 7,500mAh ‘Glacier’ battery

Google starts calling out Android apps that drain your battery before you download them Following its announcement last year, Google has started rolling out a warning in the Play Store that warns you of apps that might drain your battery excessively. more…

Google starts calling out Android apps that drain your battery before you download them

I tried Nothing Phone (4a) Pro – where did all the transparency go? [Gallery] The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has arrived and, while it looks like a really solid upgrade on paper, the new device largely ditches the transparent design elements that has made Nothing stand out for the past few years. more…

I tried Nothing Phone (4a) Pro – where did all the transparency go? [Gallery]

Nothing Headphone (a) adds more bass, color, 135-hour battery life for $199 Following up on its first over-ear headphones released last year, Nothing has just announced Headphone (a) as a more affordable option with added colors and, somehow, longer battery life too. more…

Nothing Headphone (a) adds more bass, color, 135-hour battery life for $199

Nothing Phone (4a) series goes official with major Pro upgrades from £349 Nothing has just launched its new Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro with a slightly higher starting price, but some major upgrades across the board. more…

Nothing Phone (4a) series goes official with major Pro upgrades from £349

NotebookLM adds ‘Cinematic Video Overviews’ as AI Mode Canvas gets upgrades Google is rolling out Cinematic Video Overviews to NotebookLM that go beyond narrated slides, while Canvas in AI Mode is now more capable. more…

NotebookLM adds ‘Cinematic Video Overviews’ as AI Mode Canvas gets upgrades