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Google Fi gets 5 travel upgrades, including upgraded Pixel network switching
Ahead of the summer travel season, Google Fi Wireless is boosting its international capabilities across five areas.
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The Stand One charger from Nomad got a massive visual upgrade that leaves the view of the Qi2 wireless charging coil unimpeded, giving off serious clear-tech retro vibes.
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A Now Bar update for Samsung devices added support for animated scores during the 2026 World Cup matches.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini 3.5 Live Translate rolling out to Google Meet & Translate with new ‘listening mode’
Google today announced Gemini 3.5 Live Translate as its latest model for live speech-to-speech translation.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 $300 off, Google Nest Doorbell $73, Pixel 10 devices up to $615 off, Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to score the most affordable Galaxy Tab S11 at close to $300 off. But we also have the regularly $180 Google Nest Doorbell starting down at $73 alongside ongoing deals on Google Pixel 10 series phones at up to $615 off. Scope out Lenovo’s 2026 Yoga Slim 7x Snapdragon X2 Elite OLED Copilot+ PCs at up to $427 off (All-time lows) and Acer’s 2025 model Chromebook Plus 516 laptop with Google AI hitting one of its lowest prices at $319 . Head below for a closer look at the details.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola Razr Fold Review: Shockingly great, but is it too late?
Book-style foldables have been my daily phones for the past few years and, as we enter a new chapter, Motorola has delivered the Razr Fold as its long-awaited entry to the space. Put simply, it’s far better than I expected, but I also worry it may have arrived a bit too late.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube replaces the ‘like’ button with a heart in Shorts for some with ‘dislike’ removed
Years after removing “dislike” button counts, YouTube is testing another change to its feedback system with a heart now replacing the “like” button, and “dislike” disappearing entirely for some.
Expand Expanding CloseFirst Google TV Streamer update of 2026 rolling out
The first Google TV Streamer update of 2026 is beginning to roll out six months into the year.
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Moto Tag and Moto Tag 2 are both discounted right now, starting at $20
Motorola’s UWB-equipped Moto Tag trackers for Android Find Hub are on sale right now, including both the first and second generation releases.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 15 now rolling out AirDrop support over Android’s Quick Share
Following Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and a select few other Android devices, AirDrop over Quick Share support now appears to be rolling out on the OnePlus 15.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s new in Android’s June 2026 Google System Updates [U]
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI not-so-confidentially submits for IPO filing just a week after Anthropic
OpenAI has confirmed that it has filed for its initial public offering (IPO) just a week after Anthropic.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Sideload 036: Accidentally sponsored by Planet Fitness
Welcome to episode 36 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Android Authority‘s Joe Maring to discuss Health Coach, Google’s latest fitness-focused chatbot launched alongside the Fitbit Air.
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Expand Expanding CloseHow the new Siri AI compares to existing Gemini features on Android
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced Siri AI and a new wave of Apple Intelligence features powered by Gemini at the underlying level.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Auto has a PDF app now, but it might be more useful than you think
Beyond music and navigation, there are a lot of apps that might be useful on Android Auto, but a PDF app is maybe the furthest thing from anyone’s mind for an app to use in their car. Yet, Adobe Acrobat is now available on Android Auto.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home update upgrades Gemini weather forecasts, media on Nest Hub, and voice commands as a whole
Google is rolling out another Gemini for Home update, offering more detailed visuals to smart displays when you ask about the weather or media.
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Monday’s Android app deals and freebies: House of Da Vinci 3, AVARIS3, Roundguard, Mindcop, more
Your Monday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like The House of Da Vinci 3, AVARIS3, Roundguard, Hero of the Kingdom: Tales 1, Romopolis, Endurance, Mindcop, and more. We have Galaxy S26+ models at up to $530 off today as well as Galaxy Watch 8 up to $167 off and Samsung’s latest Galaxy Book 6 Intel Ultra 7 touchscreen Copilot+ PC at $900 ($550 off). The apps await below.
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Google will sell you a soccer ball just in time for the World Cup final
Google’s accessories store page now lists a Google Stadium Soccer Ball, but it won’t ship until the end of June.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle AI Plus gets price drop to $4.99 and storage bump
Google announced today that its AI Plus subscription is getting a price drop to $4.99 per month and now includes 400 GB of storage.
Expand Expanding CloseNotebookLM rolling out big Gemini 3.5 & Antigravity upgrade with more outputs
Google is giving NotebookLM a big upgrade today across the underlying models, outputs, and research made possible by Gemini 3.5 and Antigravity.
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Deals: Galaxy S26+ up to $530 off, Galaxy Watch 8 w/ FREE Withings Smart Scale, Galaxy Book 6 $550 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by some notable Samsung gear, including all Galaxy S26+ models $200 off at Amazon, while Best Buy open-box units are up to $530 off (if you’re quick). You can also Galaxy Watch 8 at up to $167 off (open-box) or land a new one with a FREE $130 Withings Body Smart Scale, alongside Galaxy Ring at up to $274 off and the lowest price yet on Samsung’s latest Galaxy Book6 Intel Ultra 7 touchscreen Copilot+ PC at $900 ($550 off). Head below for a closer look.
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Galaxy Z Fold 7 owners say battery life is much worse following latest updates
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a great foldable, but battery life has never really been its strong suit. Making matters worse, recent updates such as One UI 8.5 seem to have had a major impact on battery life.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos starts rolling out ‘Wardrobe,’ a digital version of your closet, just not for everyone
Announced earlier this year, the new “Wardrobe” feature of Google Photos is starting to roll out, but only for paid subscribers and only on Android.
Expand Expanding CloseChatGPT reportedly prepares major redesign focused on agents as ‘chat is dead’
A new report reveals that OpenAI is planning a major redesign to ChatGPT that focuses on AI agents and coding, rather than its roots as a chatbot.
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