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[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Alongside its new UI on Android, Google Gemini is getting new in-app animations and two new voices. Both changes are rolling out already and should be available to all users soon. The new voices seem to be limited to the US right now. Don’t want to miss the … Read More “Gemini gets two new voices just in time for Google I/O 2026” »
[ad_1] Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing additional features for Gbaord’s Writing Tools. In addition to the existing presets, Gboard could soon allow custom text modifications. In addition to improving text, the keyboard could also draft fresh text. Additionally, Gboard could read what’s on your screen to provide better context for writing. … Read More “Gboard could soon use your screenshots and chats to draft much better replies than you” »
Everything you need to know about apple may finally close the ai. [ad_1] Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly trying to make its AI features better with iOS 27. The company could introduce new writing tools and a grammar-checking feature. It is also working on AI shortcuts and new wallpaper creation features. … Read More “Apple may finally close the AI gap with Android in iOS 27” »
Everything you need to know about gemini adds thinking levels and new. [ad_1] Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out a new “Thinking level” feature in the Gemini app. It will let users choose a “standard” or “extended” thinking level for their queries. Gemini will also soon get Canva, Instacart, and OpenTable … Read More “Gemini adds “Thinking Levels” and new app integrations” »
[ad_1] Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s new look for the Gemini app is rolling out on the eve of the company’s I/O 2026 developer conference. The fresh user interface adds a blue-and-white gradient color scheme to the app, while combining and moving key functions around. The Google account and settings tab is now … Read More “Android users are starting to see the Gemini app’s design overhaul” »
[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google may be testing weekly Gemini usage caps for free users. Screenshots shared online suggest Google is already quietly trialing the change with some users. Google may be preparing to significantly restrict the free tier of Gemini, and we’re seeing the first signs that the company is changing … Read More “Google’s latest Gemini test could frustrate free users fast” »
[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A widespread Gmail glitch is causing flickering screens on Android tablets and foldables. The glitch is related to Android System WebView and there are already some workarounds users can try. The issue has been escalated to Google. If you’re facing issues with the Gmail app flickering on your … Read More “Android users plagued with Gmail’s flickering screen issues” »
[ad_1] TL;DR The RCS Universal Profile 4.0 announced support for cross-platform video calls. Google Messages currently supports video calls though ViLTE and Meet. In its latest beta, Messages adds a new string explicitly referencing RCS video calls. It’s almost hard to believe that we’re still finding new ways to improve messaging in 2026 — you’d … Read More “Google Messages is getting ready for RCS video calls” »
[ad_1] Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out its redesigned gradient icons to all users. The new icons are showing up in the Google apps tray. Users are debating whether the new icons are good or bad. Google is rolling out its new, redesigned, and weird-looking app icons to all users. The … Read More “New Google app icons are rolling out, and people are divided” »
[ad_1] TL;DR Following Google’s announcement last week to revamp all 4,000 Android emojis into a “Noto 3D” style, a new leak offers a much more detailed look at the library. Developer RKBDI obtained the new emojis ahead of their official rollout and packaged them into a Magisk module for early testing. These emojis are scheduled … Read More “Here is your first detailed look at Android’s new Noto 3D emojis” »
