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Google Play Store launches digital gift card shop with Starbucks, Sephora, and more

You can buy retail gift cards on Google Play now - here's how

Google quietly added a hidden gift card shop inside the Play Store. Here's how to find it.
6 months ago by Artie Beaty in E-Commerce
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You can chat with Google Maps now, thanks to this big AI upgrade - how it works

Google Maps just got four big Gemini-powered upgrades. Here's what's new.
6 months ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
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Chrome can now store your driver's license and passport, but is that safe?

Google's enhanced autofill can save you time by filling in more types of info. Here's how to enable it, while protecting yourself from potential risks.
6 months ago by Lance Whitney in Services & Software
Embargo - Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series

Own a Samsung smartwatch? These 8 features and settings are very useful (but often overlooked)

Samsung's Galaxy Watch series features the latest and greatest Android software, resulting in key features that you should be taking advantage of.
6 months ago by Matthew Miller in Smart Watches
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Buying an Android smartwatch? I found one that's highly functional and affordable

Most smartwatches last a day or two - the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro pushes close to four.
6 months ago by Matthew Miller in Smart Watches
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The best Google phones in 2026: How does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold stack up?

The Google Pixel 10 lineup introduces several small changes, but should you consider buying them? We tested every available model and found the best Pixel phones for every kind of user.
7 months ago by Prakhar Khanna in Smartphones
I finally tried NotebookLM for my everyday workflow, and I am pleasanlty surprised

You can now give NotebookLM more instructions - here's why that's a game changer

Google gave one of our favorite AI tools several upgrades - and they're available to everyone.
7 months ago by Jada Jones in Artificial Intelligence
YouTube is going to automatically upscale videos, but you can opt out. Here's what you need to know

YouTube is upgrading old videos to HD and 4K automatically - but you can opt out

YouTube also says it's rolling out several other new features.
7 months ago by Artie Beaty in Artificial Intelligence
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Gemini for Home is finally rolling out for early access - here's how to try it first

There are countless things you can accomplish with Google's long-awaited new AI assistant - once you get off the waitlist. Here's how.
7 months ago by Maria Diaz in Smart Assistants
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Google Play users are starting to see age verification checks - here's how it works

Several months after AI-powered age verification rolled out to YouTube, age checks are hitting another Google service.
7 months ago by Artie Beaty in Google
Google Gemini Canvas creates a presentation

This new Gemini trick takes your presentation ideas and instantly brings them to life - here's how

Gemini just made it super easy to impress your boss or professor.
7 months ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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I tested a $139 Chromebook for a week, and I've yet to find a better laptop deal out there

The Asus CX15 is an excellent budget pick for students, kids, or anyone who needs a simple everyday device.
7 months ago by Kyle Kucharski in Laptops
TLDW key moments from YouTube video

Long YouTube video? This free AI tool finds the good parts for you - here's how

Why sit through YouTube videos when TLDW finds the best parts in seconds.
7 months ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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Want to upskill in AI for free? Google has 3,000 new courses for you - and certificates to go with them

With the new Google Skills online platform, you can sign up for different courses and labs to learn AI.
7 months ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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My 4 favorite Android screen recorders - and 2 are completely free

At some point, you'll need to record your Android screen to show or explain something. Here's how I do it fast with my favorite, go-to tools.
7 months ago by Jack Wallen in Android
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