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How Google Maps knows when a business is packed
Instead of relying on intuition or sheer luck to find local venues and restaurants capable of hosting you, Google Maps can take away the guesswork.
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Lenovo's Googlebook 15 seems decidedly premium based on a new leak
The Lenovo Googlebook 15 will reportedly have a high-resolution, high-refresh rate display and an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip.
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iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: How Apple and Google's flagships stack up
Google and Apple's latest flagships feature more AI, better cameras and few reasons to switch ecosystems.
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A native Gemini app is finally available for Windows PCs
There's a keyboard shortcut to open it up, just like the Mac version.
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Google AI Mode can hold your hand through fantasy football season
With football season just hours away, Google has turned its AI into a fantasy football coach.
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How to take full advantage of Gemini when planning your next trip
You don't have to juggle all the little details of your next trip alone. Gemini, with it's Google parentage, can help you line it all up.
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Google will 'degrade' Search in Europe to avoid EU fines
EU users are welcome to look up the definition of "malicious compliance" on, say, DuckDuckGo.
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How to let Claude send emails for you
If you're interested in trying out Claude's Gmail capabilities but are worried it will make mistakes, just tell it to ask for approval before doing anything.
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US regulator approves $1.9 billion loan to spin up Iowa's dead nuclear reactor for Google
Google is a step closer to getting access to nuclear power for its AI data centers.
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Pros and cons of using a Chromebook as your everyday PC
Chromebooks are great devices, but they might not be able to do everything a Windows or Mac device can. Consider carefully before using one daily.
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GM's breakup with CarPlay and Android Auto has one exception
GM's lineup is dropping Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in favor of its own infotainment systems. But one model is keeping the phone-mirroring capabilities.
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How To Legally Download YouTube Videos
There are many reasons why you'd want to download a YouTube video, but doing so comes with a bevy of questions about the legality of the available methods.
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How to find and hide an app on Android Auto
Millions rely on Android Auto every day for navigation, music and messaging, but one of the common issues is apps vanishing from the platform without warning.
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Your old phones may be worth more than you think through Google Store trade-in
The Google Store has some of the best trade-in values for a new Pixel, whether you're turning in a Pixel, iPhone, or Galaxy device.
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The pros and cons of using wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto delivers on the promise of making your life easier most of the time, but ditching the cable can come with a number of tradeoffs.
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Foldable phones still need to fix this problem
Samsung's Z Fold series has improved the foldable phone form factor over time, but there remains an issue that the rumored iPhone Ultra may not remedy.
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How to sideload apps onto Android Auto
There's a way to display any app on Android Auto, but it does present concerns about safety and reliability.
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Is It Safe To Leave Your Phone's Bluetooth Running All The Time?
Bluetooth is a common setting that's typically always on in modern phones, but this feature may be leaving your phone open to a rather significant issue.
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Does your Android Auto keep lowering the volume? This might be why
Audio ducking can be annoying, but it serves an important purpose.
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Google won't be forced to sell its ad exchange following antitrust ruling
A judge previously determined that Google illegally monopolized a pair of ad tech markets.
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A new Android Find Hub feature will help you remember where you put important things
Google also announced a new visual assistant for Gemini Live and Keep integration with Messages.
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Google brings its Pics image editor to AI Pro and Ultra subscribers
After releasing to a small group of testers this spring, the app is now rolling out more broadly.
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What Android looked like in 2008 vs. today
Early Androids were the tech equivalent of alternative rock. iPhones were far too mainstream for some of us, and Android felt like home.
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How to make sure your Android phone is secure
Android can help you keep your phone safe from malicious apps, scam calls, invasions of privacy, and much more. You just need the right settings.
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It's time you realized the usefulness of the smartwatch flashlight feature
Several Garmin watches offer a built-in LED flashlight, but even if you have another brand, you likely have a decent light on your wrist.
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How to disable absolute Bluetooth volume on Android (and why you might want to)
Sometimes the volume control on a Bluetooth device behaves unpredictably. This quick fix in your Android phone's settings is a good troubleshooting step.
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This feature keeps distracting spam calls away while using Android Auto
If you use Android Auto, you might be interested to know that there's a feature available on some phones that helps keep phone calls minimal while you drive.
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