Google is finally addressing a long-standing gap in its mobile operating system by introducing an automatic backup feature for the Android Downloads folder. Historically, while Android efficiently synchronized system settings, applications, and photos, files stored in the local Downloads directory were excluded from standard cloud backups. This meant that users frequently lost downloaded documents, PDFs,…
Google has rolled out Lyria 3, a new music generation model integrated directly into Gemini, allowing users to create 30-second songs from text prompts, photos, or videos. The feature is available starting February 18 and is launching globally for Gemini users aged 18 and older. It is initially rolling out on desktop, with mobile app…
Google is reportedly working on a new facial recognition system, internally codenamed Project Toscana, aimed at addressing the primary limitations of current Pixel face unlock technology. According to sources cited by Android Authority, this advanced system is being designed for both future Pixel smartphones and Chromebooks. The current face unlock feature on Pixel 8, 9,…
Google has recently updated its Translate app, introducing new artificial intelligence capabilities that go beyond traditional text translation. The update adds an Advanced mode powered by Gemini, transforming the tool into an AI chatbot capable of interacting with users instead of simply converting text between languages. According to reports from Android Central and feedback from…
Google keeps upgrading its AI-powered video and photo creation tools, including Google Vids. Previously limited to Pro plans and temporary promotions, three of the platform’s most useful features are now officially free for all users. This change applies to personal Google accounts as well as every Workspace tier, including Education and Business plans. When Google…
Transferring data between iPhones and Android devices is about to get a lot easier. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge After introducing AirDrop support to Pixel 10 devices last year, Google is now set to expand it to phones made by other Android partners. Eric Kay, vice president of engineering for Android, confirmed in…
Google Meet is introducing its real-time speech translation functionality on Android and iOS. In the past, this feature was limited to desktop meetings, which means phone and tablet users will soon be able to listen to translated speech instead of just reading it as captions. Google confirmed the mobile rollout alongside the broader launch of…
Google has officially announced the Pixel 10a, confirming a redesigned flat camera system and the start of its global pre-order period. The announcement was made on Wednesday (February 4th) through a short teaser video published under the “Made by Google” brand. Positioned as a mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 10a introduces non-notable design changes to its…
After cracking down on the use of ad blockers, YouTube has started closing another “loophole” that allowed non-paying users to access a premium feature. Reports circulating online indicate that YouTube is no longer allowing background playback through third-party browsers. Previously, users could open a video in browsers such as Samsung Internet, Microsoft Edge, Brave, or…
Google is working on a native music generation feature using AI that is integrated into the Gemini app for Android. Although the feature has not been announced, a source code analysis of the app reveals that the company is working on making AI music generation more accessible to everyone. The feature was found in version…
