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At the moment, Gemini’s “Computer Use” efforts are focused on desktop web as seen by the Gemini Agent available for AI Ultra subscribers. Availability on Android seems inevitable, with 16 QPR3 Beta 2 preparing for that with a new “Screen automation” permission.

Google is finally giving users the option to change their Gmail address without deleting their account or making a new one, and it’s so easy to do.

Google One is running a “limited time” discount for 2026 where new subscribers can get 50% off 2 TB and AI Pro annual plans.

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have taken the world by storm over the past few years, but they’re pretty limited in terms of what they can actually do. The new “Mentra Live” smart glasses offer a lot of the same benefits as Ray-Ban Meta, but with an app store and more integrations, including support for YouTube livestreams.

The beloved show that’s been around longer than most of us is finding a new streaming option to immortalize itself. Sesame Street will be available on YouTube and YouTube Kids.

New reports have surfaced, indicating that the Galaxy S26+ will come with a 6.66-inch display – the mirror image of the model before it.

The future of ChromeOS is a bit messy at the moment, with Google’s exact plans for the future of Chromebooks and a new Android base being somewhat of a mystery. In a new interview, though, a Google VP offers a bit of information around future support for ChromeOS as we know it today, as well as what owners can expect in regards to whether or not they’ll be able upgrade.

The Walmart Onn 4K Pro box is one of the best Google TV devices available today, but it’s also due for a sequel and, right on cue, stock for the existing model is starting to run low.

Google’s Fast Pair protocol delivers one of the best Bluetooth experiences you’ll find today, automatically pairing wireless earbuds, speakers, and other accessories and sharing those details across your account. Unfortunately, a new paper reveals some pretty serious security concerns with some Fast Pair devices, and you’ll need to update each of your gadgets individually to fix it.

Verizon customers across the country were taken offline yesterday as a massive network outage cut out cell service entirely for many customers for several hours, but Verizon says that “account credits” will be sent out to those affected.

As rumored, Spotify is raising its prices across all of its paid plans in the US, resulting in a much more expensive plan than its main competitors.

Android 16 QPR3 is shaping up to be a sizable release, and Beta 2 is now available for Google Pixel devices. This is a big update that “addresses a wide range of stability, performance, and usability issues.”

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 is now available for Pixel devices following last month’s release just before the holidays.

Gemini 3’s Thinking and Pro models no longer have the same usage limits, with Google separating the “shared pool” while raising limits in the Gemini app.

Verizon customers are seeing a widespread service outage that has taken down cell service across huge parts of the United States.

An active arrest warrant is out for OnePlus CEO and co-founder, Pete Lau, in Taiwan. Prosecutors say the company has engaged in illegal recruiting of engineers.

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series is oddly just about as popular in recent weeks as it was back when it first launched, something that’s not been true of any Galaxy S series in the past several generations.

2026 is looking like a tough year to be in the market for consumer electronics, as the race to dominate AI continues to devour more and more RAM. Unsurprisingly, Nothing isn’t immune to these current market conditions, and it’s bound to mean more expensive smartphones come later this year.