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March 21, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: LIMBO, Fury of Dracula, Liege Dragon, more

The Google Play Store is offering various deals on Android games and apps, coinciding with the Samsung March Madness sale featuring discounts on flagship devices like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Book 5 Pro. Notable offers include a 3-in-1 OnePlus Pouch charger and the ASUS Expertbook CX54 Chromebook Plus at a low price. The Google Pixel 8a is available at an all-time low price. Highlighted apps include LIMBO, Fury of Dracula, and Liege Dragon.

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December 26, 2024

Recap: Pixel updates, Feature Drops, and new apps in 2024

In 2024, Made by Google released multiple updates for the Pixel phone, introducing new features and enhancing existing functionalities across six updates. - January Feature Drop: Launched with the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, it included the Pixel Thermometer app for forehead temperature readings, Circle to Search, and the rebranding of Quick Share from Nearby Share. - March Feature Drop: Introduced with Android 14 QPR2, it featured an expandable Bluetooth Quick Settings Tile, a Material You volume slider, new casting options, and a "Hello?" button for the Call Screen feature. The Pixel Tablet received the Gboard Voice Toolbar. - June Feature Drop: Marked by the early launch of the Pixel 8a, it introduced Audio Emoji, Display Port Support for external screens, Gemini Nano technology, and camera improvements for various Pixel models. The Android 14 QPR3 update focused on minor tweaks. - Pixel 9 Series Launch: Debuted alongside Android 14, backporting features from the Android 15 Beta. Introduced three new applications: Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio, and Pixel Weather, along with Gemini Live and on-device Call Notes. - Android 15/October Drop: Introduced Android 15 with a Private Space option, Predictive Back functionality, a redesigned screenshot interface, underwater photography capabilities for the Pixel 9 series, and an enhanced Adaptive Vibration feature. - December Drop: Included Android 15 QPR1 with a Material You redesign for Settings, charging optimization, enhancements to the Pixel Screenshots app, a clear voice feature for the Pixel Recorder, broader rollout of contextual replies for Gemini, and Dual Screen Portrait Mode for foldable devices. Google extended Android OS updates for the Pixel 6 and 7 series.

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November 7, 2024

Android 15’s first monthly software update is finally rolling out now

Google has begun distributing the first monthly software update for Android 15, which includes various fixes and enhancements along with the latest security patch. The rollout is phased, starting for devices running Android 15, and users will receive a notification when the update is available. Key fixes in this update include: - Bluetooth: Fix for range issues on the Pixel 9 series. - Camera: Resolution of camera tilt issues when zooming on the Pixel 9 series. - Display and Graphics: Correction of flashing white dots on the Pixel 9 series and screen brightness flickering on the Pixel 8a. - Sensors: Fix for occasional failure of Adaptive brightness on the Pixel 9 series. - Touch: Resolution of keyboard dismiss button issues on the Pixel 9 series. - User Interface: General performance and stability improvements for multiple Pixel models (Pixel 6 to Pixel 9 series). The software version is AP3A.241105.007 for Pixel models from Pixel 6 to Pixel 8a and AP3A.241105.008 for the Pixel 9 series.

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October 17, 2024

A creepy Halloween Audio Emoji is coming to Google’s Phone app (Updated: Rolling out)

Google has introduced a Halloween-themed Audio Emoji feature for its Pixel phones, currently available in the beta version of the Google Phone app. This feature includes sounds like a sinister laugh, a shrieking cat, and thunder, and replaces the previous party sound. It was first introduced with the Pixel 8a and is expected to be rolled out to all users before October 31. The beta version of the app is identified as version 149.0.682953539-publicbeta-pixel2024.

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October 16, 2024

Android 16: Eligible devices, release date, and new features

Android 15 has officially transitioned to a stable release and is being rolled out to eligible Pixel devices. Not all features from the beta testing phase have made it to the stable version, with some features like the predictive back gesture being implemented only now. Android 16 is expected to debut in preview builds by the end of February 2025 and will reach a broader range of devices than previous versions, with many brands committing to at least three Android OS updates for budget and mid-range smartphones. The Pixel 7 series will receive Android 16, while older models will continue to receive feature updates and security patches. Google has promised seven years of software updates for devices like the mid-range Pixel 8a. Android 16's internal codename is Baklava. New features in Android 16 include notification cooldown to reduce notification volume from the same app, a native desktop mode, the ability to limit battery charging to 80%, and enhanced audio sharing capabilities for casting music to multiple Bluetooth devices. Google is expected to launch a developer preview in the first quarter of the year, with public beta builds around May and a stable release anticipated in the fourth quarter.

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September 24, 2024

Best Android app price drops and freebies: Candy Disaster TD, Hexologic, The Quest, more

A variety of Android game and app deals are available, including significant price reductions on several standout products. Highlights include Samsung’s 256GB 200MB/s PRO Ultimate microSD card, the Snapdragon X Elite Vivobook S 15 Copilot+ PC at a new low price, Google’s 2024 Pixel 8a handset available at a discount, and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 with substantial price cuts. Notable app highlights include the tower defense game Candy Disaster TD, the puzzle game Hexologic, the RPG The Quest, the hydration app Water Tracker: Hydro Coach PRO, and the nostalgic RPG COLLECTION of SaGa FF LEGEND.

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September 17, 2024

Best Android app price drops and freebies: Legend of the Moon, Roundguard, and more

Anker is offering a 0.7-inch thick GaNPrime 100W 6-port power station. Google’s Pixel 8a smartphone is discounted by 0. Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9+ is available at a discount of 0. Featured app deals include "Legend of the Moon," "Little Misfortune," "The Sun Origin," "Roundguard," and several free offerings.

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August 27, 2024

Android game and app price drops: One Deck Dungeon, Aeon’s End, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, more

This afternoon's selection of Android game and app deals includes discounts on various software and hardware. Samsung's 1TB Pro Plus microSD card is available at a new low price, featuring a speed of 180MB/s. Google’s 2024 Pixel 8a smartphone has returned to its Prime Day pricing, and the OnePlus 12 is also seeing reduced prices. A four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 item trackers is currently priced at an unspecified amount. Notable app deals include One Deck Dungeon, Aeon’s End, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, and Sentinels of the Multiverse. Amazon is offering up to 0 in gift cards for orders of the Pixel 9, and Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 are available for preorder with a credit. The new Google Pixel Watch 3 is live for preorder starting at 9, and preorder deals on Google’s new Pixel 9, Pro, and 9 Pro Fold are also available.

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July 30, 2024

Android game and app price drops: LEGO Bricktales, Towaga, LIMBO, Lichtspeer, more

A fresh wave of price reductions on Android applications has emerged, including significant discounts on popular titles such as LEGO Bricktales, Towaga: Among Shadows, LIMBO, Lichtspeer, Death Road to Canada, and Lumino City. Samsung's Galaxy Book 4 Edge Copilot+ PC, powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, is also highlighted, along with offers on official Google Pixel 8 Pro cases and the latest Pixel 8a handsets. Additionally, Samsung's Galaxy A25, featuring a 120Hz display and a 50MP camera, is available at a price of 0.

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June 29, 2024

How to use Gemini in Google Messages

Gemini in Google Messages can be used on Android devices with 6GB of RAM or higher, a supported language set on the phone, a personal Google Account managed by the user, being 18 or over, and having RCS chats turned on.