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Everything you need to know about google and the pentagon strike deal. [ad_1] Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The US Department of Defense is reportedly tapping Gemini for classified projects with minimal restrictions from Google. The deal allows the Pentagon to use Gemini for “any lawful government purpose.” Inside Google, backlash is building again, … Read More “Google and the Pentagon strike a deal for classified work” »
Everything you need to know about youtube is testing chat style search. [ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube is testing a conversational AI tool called Ask YouTube. Instead of just video lists, you get summaries, key points, timestamps, and curated clips in one view. The feature is limited to US-based YouTube Premium users … Read More “YouTube is testing a chat-style search that cuts the scrolling” »
[ad_1] Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Last week, we got our first look at Pixel 11 Pro Fold wallpapers in an Android 17 release. Now a new leak shows off both front and inside wallpapers for the foldable. We also get our first look at the wallpapers animated. Last week, some of our first … Read More “New Pixel 11 Pro Fold wallpaper leak includes animations” »
[ad_1] Mitja Rutnik / Android Authority TL;DR Users report that the Google app’s Finance Watchlist widget is failing in several ways. A badged Android Help forum user called the behavior “a known issue” and advised reporting widget problems as feedback in the Google app. Google’s Finance Watchlist widget is busted for a lot of users. … Read More “Google Finance Watchlist widget not updating? It’s not just you” »
[ad_1] TL;DR A new Tensor G6 leak appears to support old reports of a move to a PowerVR CXT GPU. Compared to the DXT GPU in the G5, we may not see any graphics performance gains. For the CPU, the Tensor G6 may move to Arm’s new C1-Ultra and C1-Pro cores. Google’s Pixel 11 phones … Read More “Pixel 11 Tensor G6 GPU leak sounds a little underwhelming” »
[ad_1] Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Last month we spotted Google Translate building a new tool for helping you learn how to pronounce translated text. That mode is now going live, offering detailed feedback on your pronunciation and evaluating your efforts. It initially supports English, Spanish, and Hindi for users in both the US … Read More “Google Translate launches its pronunciation practice mode” »
[ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube TV subscribers are experiencing audio issues with NBC network stations. Users claim that the volume is roughly half the level of other channels. It’s suspected that NBC may not be sending 5.1 surround sound audio to YouTube TV. YouTube TV subscribers are experiencing a bizarre audio issue. … Read More “YouTube TV may have a volume problem with NBC networks” »
[ad_1] Stephen Schenck / Android Authority TL;DR Google has optimized Gemini for Home device commands, making response times faster. Gemini is also better at interpreting the context of your home and conversations for reduced errors and interruptions. If you have a payment issue, Google Home Premium will now temporarily pause your subscription instead of end … Read More “Gemini for Home is now better at knowing when to ignore you” »
[ad_1] Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR A Pixel 9a owner recently sent their phone in for a warranty-covered repair regarding eSIM connectivity issues. The owner claims the device was in mint condition, but Google wanted to charge the owner $287.44 for damage to the screen, frame, and cameras. The Pixel 9a was sent back … Read More “Pixel 9a owner claims Google wanted to charge them nearly $300 for non-existent damage” »
[ad_1] Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR Some Google Home users are seeing a bug where smart bulbs stay connected but lose color controls, leaving only basic white or warm light options. The issue appears inconsistent, with reports on Reddit and the Google Nest Community showing affected setups alongside others that work normally. A community … Read More “Google Home removes smart bulb RGB controls — here’s the fix” »
