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Google has quietly rolled out substantial performance upgrades for all Tensor G-powered devices. Available for devices running Android 15 and Android 16, the improvement will be noticeable in Vulkan optimised applications even for the PIxel 6a and Pixel 7a.

According to a new report, Google has no plans to replace Gemini on Pixel devices with a Pixel Sense digital assistant. In fact, Pixel Sense will not be a traditional digital assistant at all.

Pixel phone users can now unlock their devices with on-screen fingerprint recognition even when the screen is off. This feature has been expanded to older Pixel phones in the latest Android 16 Beta.

At least part of the boot process will run up to 30% faster on a previously tested Pixel 10, and other Android phones are also likely to benefit significantly from a change in Android 16, as an Android expert has discovered.

A new table is circulating online which reveals some GPU details of the Tensor G5 chipset that will power the Pixel 10. The leak also hints at an upcoming Xiaomi SoC and apparently comes from an official and therefore trustworthy source.

Google has discovered a quality issue with the brand-new Pixel 9a, which is why the smartphone will be shipped a little bit later than previously expected. This problem is also the reason why test samples haven’t been sent out to reviewers, so it will take a while until the first objective reviews will be published.

The Google Pixel 9a is now official, and even though it's powered by the same Tensor G4 found in the other phones in the series, it saw a major connectivity downgrade. It packs the last-gen Exynos Modem 5300 instead of the Modem 5400.

A new report has delivered fresh details about the Tensor G5 chipset set to underpin the Pixel 10 series later this year. Not only that, but it reveals that precious little Google sauce went into developing earlier Tensor chipsets.

Google has lifted the lid on the Pixel 9a, which will go on sale in April. Sporting a simplified design, the Google Pixel 9a should match the performance of its flagship siblings while also providing longer software support than the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL.

The thinnest iPhone ever has been surrounded by buzz long before its debut. The mobile accessories industry is already gearing up for the iPhone 17 Air six months before its anticipated launch. An actual photo of the first protective case has recently surfaced, suggesting the iPhone 17 Air may resemble a Google Pixel phone more than a traditional Apple product – a shift that may take some getting used to.

The Google Pixel 9a has now paid visits to popular benchmarks Geekbench and AnTuTu ahead of its official debut. The phone delivers performance mostly on par with its Pixel 9 siblings, guaranteeing it an advantage over its Samsung counterpart, the Galaxy A56.

A reliable leaker has shared details of Google's giveaway plans for the Pixel 9a at launch. Apparently, the company plans to bundle its Google TV Streamer (4K) with initial orders, which it sells for $99.99 in its own right.

Google is expected to launch the Pixel 9a in March. Ahead of any official announcement from the company, Spigen has listed a clear case that's made for the upcoming affordable phone, which has showcased the phone's design details.

The Google Pixel 9a is rumoured to be a few days away from its official release. In the meantime, the Pixel 8a replacement has leaked again ahead of schedule courtesy of hands-on footage and an apparent retailer listing.

Google has pushed a new monthly Android update to its Pixel line. While it brings a handful of quality-of-life changes, some users report that the update makes the fingerprint sensor glitchy. Fortunately, the fix is easy.

New Google Pixel 10 Pro XL renders have been posted online. The smartphone retains its iconic design, and based on what we know so far, will just be a larger Pixel 10 Pro.

The Pixel 10 may look like its predecessor but an additional rear camera is Google's way of distinguishing it from the Pixel 9. It will also help set the base Pixel apart from the Pixel A series which has blurred the line between both series in recent years.

OnLeaks and Android Headlines have shown off what Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro could look like. Design-wise, it will look similar to the Pixel 9 Pro, complete with a horizontal camera housing at the back.

Google is set to launch the Pixel 10 series later in the year. The phones will be powered by the Tensor G5—the first chipset in the lineup to be built by TSMC instead of Samsung—and while some would expect that switch to come with massive performance upgrades, word on the grapevines indicates the contrary.

In January, an update halved the Google Pixel 4a’s usable battery capacity, affecting devices fitted with a battery from one of two suppliers. An Australian consumer protection agency has finally revealed the reason behind Google’s decision to roll out this update.

Google's affordable mid-range Pixel 9A has been shown off in all its glory ahead of the suspected mid-March launch. The leaked images appear to be official marketing images, and they reinforce previous leaks that saw the Pixel 9A receive a massive visual overhaul.

Google has released a major update for the second and third generation Pixel Watch models, which introduces a number of practical new features. These include menstrual health tracking via the Fitbit app, an improved pedometer and an automatic sleep mode.

Google has released a major software update for Pixel smartphones that enables satellite connectivity for European Pixel 9 owners. The latest Feature Drop also improves screenshot management and AI features like the Pixel Studio.

A new report has outlined some of the features set to launch later this year on the Pixel 10 series. Reputedly, 2025 will mark the year when Google finally releases its 'Pixie' digital assistant publicly, albeit as the Pixel Sense app.

The Google Pixel 9a was recently spotted in the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC) database. The filing reveals some hardware the 9a will sport, including NFC, wireless charging, and satellite phone support.

The next Google Pixel smartphone release is reportedly a little over a fortnight away. Nonetheless, a renowned leaker has shared photos not just the Google Pixel 9a itself, but also what to expect from Google's official cases.

Google Pixel enthusiasts on the hunt for an affordable flagship smartphone will be happy to note that the Pixel 9 (128 GB) is now available for purchase with a massive 25% discount on Amazon. Priced at $599 for a limited time, the Pixel 9 presents itself as a decent choice for many people.

Android users will soon be able to buy a Snapdragon 8 or 7-series powered phone, regardless of the manufacturer, and get up to eight years of software support. But, which OEMs actually follow through, only time will tell.

The Clicks keyboard case is now available for select Android devices from Google, Samsung, and Motorola. The case provides a physical keyboard below the screen just like the BlackBerry smartphones of old, freeing up precious screen estate that would have been taken up by an on-screen keyboard.

CheckMag The Pixel 9a is almost here to freshen up Google's mid-range smartphone offering. While the iPhone 16E rival is not expected to launch until next month, it may well be an ideal alternative to Apple's latest 'budget' smartphone thanks to its $100 lower starting price.

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to launch in March for prices starting at $499. Now, the mid-range smartphone has already appeared in a hands-on video which provides a glimpse of the back panel texture as well as the small pill-shaped camera module.

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to launch sometime in March. This upcoming affordable phone has now made an unexpected appearance in one of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leaks.

The Apple iPhone 16e has been reveled and will start shipping next week. With prices starting at $599, the successor to the iPhone SE 3 is more expensive than expected. The Google Pixel 9a is rumored to compete directly with the iPhone 16e and might offer better specs at a lower price when it supposedly launches in March.

The Pixel Tablet is now available without Google services, which is supposed to protect users’ privacy and personal data. To be more precise, Murena is relaunching the Pixel Tablet with its own Android-based /e/OS.

The Google Pixel 9a is set to launch in March and will compete directly with the fourth-generation Apple iPhone SE. According to the latest information from a very reliable source, the smartphone may launch at a lower price than previously expected.

Google's best foldable phone has returned to its lowest price on Amazon. In addition to a 17% discount, you'll also get free access to Google’s most capable AI model, Gemini Advanced.

The release of Android 16 is drawing closer as Google has now released the second public beta version of its upcoming mobile OS. This update includes new features for photographers, and owners of a Pixel 9 Pro or other recent Pixel smartphone can check these out right away.

The Pixel camera bar design has gone through multiple iterations since it first debuted on the Pixel 6 series. However, Google seems to be shifting away from the design, starting with the upcoming Pixel 9a, and these leaked images of the phone and its official cases confirm the beginning of the end of an era.

Missed out on previous Pixel 9 sales? No worries. Here's another chance to score Google's latest flagships at one of their best prices, with up to $200 off on Pro models.

Google is not expected to begin issuing a major new Android 15 update until next month. In the meantime, the company has begun issuing the February 2025 security patch with a few useful bug fixes in tow.

There's not a lot separating the Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 and for a $400 price difference, you might as well overlook some of the fancy new features offered by latest model.

Various sources have coalesced on the idea that Google will be unveiling its next mid-range Pixel smartphone well before its next I/O conference. New leaks have revealed pre-order offers and launch pricing across Europe and the UK too.

The Pixel smartphones' Adaptive Charging feature may soon make its way to Pixel smartwatches. However, it poses the question of how it will be implemented since the watches are supposed to be worn to bed.

Many Google Pixel 4a user are complaining that their smartphone has become practically unusable after the latest update. A developer has now taken a closer look at the code and explains the corresponding software changes in detail.

Amazon is offering some serious discount on Google's first-gen Pixel Buds Pro. These earbuds are packed with features and can easily hold their own against the their successor, offering great sound, effective ANC, and superb battery life.

Just as it did with the Pixel 9 series last year, Google will be announcing the Pixel 9a months earlier than expected. The more affordable Pixel smartphone will not only be announced early, but will also be available to buy shortly afterwards.

According to a new report, Google is set to increase the cost of a 256 GB version of its mid-range smartphone with this year's Pixel 9a release. Allegedly, the front of the Pixel 8a successor has also appeared online in a separate leak.

Google has augmented its suite of device security features with Identity Check. It is rated to prevent the extraction of a user's personal and sensitive data from a stolen smartphone by locking them behind biometric authentication under certain conditions. Devices of the Pixel and Samsung Galaxy S25 series are first in line for the new feature.