Google Wallet requiring 'verify' authentication to even open the app
https://9to5google.com/2025/05/18/google-wallet-app-verify/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/05/18/google-wallet-app-verify/
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9to5Google
Google Wallet requiring authentication to even open the app after a few minutes
In 2024, Google Wallet introduced a “verify it’s you” requirement, and now appears to be extending that to the entire Android app.
Gemini app finally lets you search for chats
https://9to5google.com/2025/05/19/gemini-app-chat-search/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/05/19/gemini-app-chat-search/
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9to5Google
Gemini app finally lets you search for chats
Following a prompt bar redesign on Android and iOS over the weekend, the Gemini app is beginning to roll out chat search.
Android 16 could introduce notification 'Magic Actions' powered by Gemini
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-notification-magic-actions-3558563/
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Android Authority
Android 16 could introduce notification 'Magic Actions' powered by Gemini
Google is working on "Magic Actions" for Android, which could be AI-powered enhancements to notification actions that leverage Gemini AI.
Nothing Phone (3) launch - July 2025
https://nothing.community/d/33251-its-a-magic-number
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Nothing Community
It's a magic number
Phone (3) July 2025.
Google I/O 2025 | discussion thread
https://www.youtube.com/live/o8NiE3XMPrM?si=8V09HT2Waz7LmU74
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YouTube
Google I/O '25 Keynote
It's time to I/O! Tune in to learn the latest news, announcements, and AI updates from Google.
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Qualcomm and Xiaomi Expand Collaboration with Multi-Year Agreement | Qualcomm
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Qualcomm
Qualcomm and Xiaomi Expand Collaboration with Multi-Year Agreement | Qualcomm
Mark Gurman: Google has entered the glasses race by partnering with Xreal on the first spectacles to run an augmented-reality version of its operating system. There are also glasses coming with Samsung and Warby Parker
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-20/xreal-and-google-debut-project-aura-ar-glasses-to-rival-meta-s-orion-glasses
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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-20/xreal-and-google-debut-project-aura-ar-glasses-to-rival-meta-s-orion-glasses
https://redd.it/1krc0xv
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Bloomberg.com
Xreal and Google Debut Aura AR Glasses to Rival Meta’s Orion Plan
Alphabet Inc.’s Google has entered the glasses race by partnering with Xreal Inc. on the first spectacles to run an augmented-reality version of its operating system.
Google is working on an ambient AOD feature that allows your Pixel's lock screen wallpaper to show up on the always-on display
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-ambient-aod-3557222/
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Android Authority
Android 16 may blur your lock screen wallpaper for a new 'ambient AOD' look
An Android 16 quarterly release could add 'ambient AOD', a feature that blurs your lock screen wallpaper and shows it on the AOD.
Google I/O 2025: Gemini as a universal AI assistant
https://blog.google/technology/google-deepmind/gemini-universal-ai-assistant/
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Google
Our vision for building a universal AI assistant
At Google I/O, we discussed how we're extending Gemini to become a world model.
🎉 The Full Facer Experience Is Coming Back to Wear OS — Better Than Ever
https://community.facer.io/t/the-full-facer-experience-is-coming-back-to-wear-os-better-than-ever/97179
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FACER Community
🎉 The Full Facer Experience Is Coming Back to Wear OS — Better Than Ever
With Wear OS by Google’s announcements from Google I/O 2025, we’re thrilled to let you in on some huge news: the full Facer experience is coming back - faster, smoother, and more powerful than ever, on Wear OS 6. We’ve been working closely with Google to…
Windows 11 is getting its own version of the Mac's "Handoff" feature — resume apps across Android and PC!
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/windows-11-is-getting-its-own-version-of-the-macs-handoff-feature-resume-apps-across-android-and-pc
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Windows Central
Windows 11 is getting its own version of the Mac's 'Handoff' feature — resume apps across Android and PC!
Microsoft has revealed that it's bringing "Cross Device Resume" to Windows 11, which will let apps seamlessly sync between Android and PC. The company has now demoed the feature working with Spotify.
First look: Pixel's 'Magic Portrait' frames your photos on the lock screen
https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-magic-portrait-wallpapers-3557769/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-magic-portrait-wallpapers-3557769/
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Android Authority
First look: Pixel's 'Magic Portrait' frames your photos on the lock screen
Here's a look at the Pixel's new Magic Portrait feature, which puts your lock screen wallpaper in a frame and adds weather effects.
Google I/O 2025: Gemini on Android XR coming to glasses, headsets
https://blog.google/products/android/android-xr-gemini-glasses-headsets/
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https://blog.google/products/android/android-xr-gemini-glasses-headsets/
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Google
A new look at how Android XR will bring Gemini to glasses and headsets
Learn how Android XR and Gemini are coming to devices like glasses and headsets, and watch Google I/O demos.
Google Beam turns 2D video calls into futuristic 3D experiences
https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/ai/google-brings-futuristic-3d-video-calls-with-google-beam
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Android Central
Google Beam turns 2D video calls into futuristic 3D experiences
Giving users the sense that they're together in person.
Everything Google announced at I/O 2025: Gemini, Android, more
https://9to5google.com/2025/05/20/google-i-o-2025-news/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/05/20/google-i-o-2025-news/
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9to5Google
Everything Google announced at I/O 2025: Gemini, Search, Android, and more
We've collected all the consumer-facing announcements and notable developer developments made at Google I/O 2025 below.
I Wanted to Roast Android 16’s Redesign — Now I Love it
https://www.androidheadlines.com/2025/05/i-wanted-to-roast-android-16s-redesign-now-i-love-it.html
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Android Headlines
I Wanted to Roast Android 16’s Redesign — Now I Love it
Google is officially rolling out its Material 3 Expressive redesign in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1, and it’s the biggest visual overhaul to Android in years.
Google tweaks the Pixel Launcher in Android 16 QPR1 to leave more space for your apps
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-qpr1-pixel-launcher-more-apps-3559645/
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https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-qpr1-pixel-launcher-more-apps-3559645/
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Android Authority
Google tweaks the Pixel Launcher in Android 16 QPR1 to leave more space for your apps
Google has reduced the size of the At a Glance widget in Android 16 QPR1, freeing up more space for other widgets and apps.
Google says Android 16’s new desktop mode builds on ‘the foundation of Samsung DeX’
https://9to5google.com/2025/05/20/android-16-desktop-mode-samsung-dex/
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https://9to5google.com/2025/05/20/android-16-desktop-mode-samsung-dex/
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9to5Google
Google says Android 16's new desktop mode builds on 'the foundation of Samsung DeX'
Google is building out better desktop capabilities for Android 16, and the company says it is leveraging Samsung DeX for that.
Android 16 QPR1 lets you check what fingerprints you've enrolled on your Pixel phone
https://www.androidauthority.com/android-16-qpr1-check-enrolled-fingerprints-3559653/
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Android Authority
Android 16 QPR1 lets you check what fingerprints you've enrolled on your Pixel phone
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 adds a new 'check enrolled fingerprints' button that lets you check which fingerprints you've enrolled.