Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Pixel Studio’s latest v2.3.001.911719150 update removes the ability to create new images and stickers. Users are now greeted with a text prompt redirecting them to use Nano Banana within the Gemini app instead. The app’s basic screenshot editing interface is still accessible, but its long-term future on the … Read More “Pixel Studio’s latest update is the end of the Pixel-exclusive app” »
Shimul Sood / Android Authority I’ve been a Pixel user for quite some time now. I started with the Pixel 9, moved on to the Pixel 10 Pro, and I’m currently using the Pixel 10a. One of the best parts of testing gadgets for a living is constantly switching phones, and I absolutely love that. … Read More “After weeks with the Google Pixel 10a, I know exactly who it’s for” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Custom greetings for Pixel’s “Take a Message” feature are rolling out in the stable version of the Phone app. You will be able to record your own greetings that play when your phone answers a call. You can record multiple greetings and set any one as the default. One … Read More “Pixel’s custom ‘Take a Message’ greetings rolling out to all users” »
Google has 10 physical stores in the US, allowing you to buy products, get device repairs, and more. The company doesn’t offer physical stores outside of its home market, but that’s changing soon. Google has announced (h/t: Tokyo Weekender) that it will open its first physical store in Japan, making it the company’s first store … Read More “This Pixel stronghold is finally getting its first physical Google store” »
Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Google appears to be developing an in-app search tool for My Pixel. In addition to helping you find features you want to learn more about, the tool should let you search Pixel devices and accessories for sale. For people who love learning about every last corner of their device, … Read More “Google’s My Pixel app is finally working on adding a search tool” »
Andy Walker / Android Authority As a part-time Google Pixel user, there’s one thing I miss dearly when switching over from my Samsung phone: Good Lock. The customization suite has become such an integral part of my One UI setup that I’d find it tough to adjust to a stock Samsung experience. Needless to say, … Read More “Bringing Good Lock features to my Pixel” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR A Pixel 10 Pro XL customer claims Google returned their phone damaged and stuck in a bootloader loop after a warranty repair attempt for battery issues. Google reportedly blamed the customer for the rear panel damage and asked for payment before proceeding, while the customer believes the damage may … Read More “Google’s repair made this Google Pixel 10 Pro XL worse, not better” »
Robert Triggs / Android Authority As much of an Android fan as I am, I still carry an iPhone in my pocket. I switched to the iPhone Air last year, and even though it doesn’t have the most advanced cameras, I usually have phones like the Oppo Find X9 Ultra or the Galaxy S26 Ultra … Read More “Android 17 is slowly fixing the exact reasons I still carry an iPhone” »
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Apple and Samsung remained atop the US smartphone market in Q1 2026, despite year-on-year shipment declines. Google Pixel shipments fell 7%, with the Pixel 10 series blamed for this decline. Motorola was the only smartphone maker to actually grow in the US. The US smartphone market has effectively … Read More “There’s bad news for Pixel sales in the US, and Pixel 10 series could be to blame” »
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Finding the perfect case for your phone is always satisfying, especially when it offers great protection and looks that complement your device. Right now, the Google Pixelsnap case for the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro is at an all-time low price! This silicone-backed Pixelsnap case is currently priced … Read More “First chance to save 30% on the Pixelsnap Case for Pixel 10” »
