C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google has rebranded Circle to Search’s “Search using your whole screen” feature to “Ask about screen” in the latest Google app beta (v17.18.24). The feature now automatically sends URLs, page content, and PDF data to Google to provide more contextually relevant AI-generated results. This functionality is currently rolling … Read More “Circle to Search update lets Google look beyond your screen content” »
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Reliable leaker Evan Blass says he’s stepping away from leaking phones after more than 15 years. Blass cited financial strain and a chronic health condition as reasons for his departure from the leaks space. Blass was behind countless early looks at Samsung, Motorola, Pixel devices, and other devices, making … Read More “The guy who spoiled smartphone launches for years just called it quits” »
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Plex is increasing the price of its Remote Watch Pass starting June 1, 2026. The hike was expected since the service originally launched at introductory pricing, but it still means paying more just to stream your own media remotely. Meanwhile, Plex Pass pricing remains unchanged for now. Last year, … Read More “Plex will soon charge you more to stream your own media remotely” »
TL;DR Ask.com has officially shut down its search business as of May 1, 2026, after 25 years of operation. Parent company IAC said the decision reflects a strategic shift. The closure marks the end of a prominent Google Search rival from the early days of the web. After more than two decades in existence despite … Read More “Historic Google Search rival shuts down after 30 years” »
TL;DR A new Onn smart speaker from Walmart has surfaced early, and it appears to run Google’s Gemini instead of Assistant. The listing on the Connectivity Standards Alliance website confirms key features like Google Cast for Audio, smart home controls, and a built-in mic with a kill switch. This could mark the return of third-party … Read More “Walmart Onn Smart Speaker with Gemini leaks ahead of launch” »
TL;DR The Basegrip for Steam Controller lets you mount your phone onto the controller. The accessory is launching on the same day as the Steam Controller, May 4. You can also download the files to 3D print the product for free. Valve is finally ready to release its new Steam Controller, with sales starting on … Read More “The Steam Controller is getting the smartphone mount it deserves” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube’s web player apparently has a rendering bug that sends browsers into an infinite loop of visual changes. The constant page rendering loop is causing processor and RAM usage to skyrocket, with users reporting memory consumption in the gigabytes. Users with browsers suffering from the bug are noticing extreme … Read More “A bug is sending YouTube’s web player into an infinite loop of lag” »
TL;DR Google is offering a chance to contribute to the I/O 2026 countdown. The company wants you to use AI Studio or Gemini Canvas to vibe code a creative idea that features a number between 1 and 10. You’ll need to hand in your submission by May 6. Google’s annual developers’ conference is only a … Read More “Google wants you to help shape the look of I/O 2026’s countdown” »
Stephen Schenck / Android Authority TL;DR Google just published a mysterious new ‘COSMO’ app to the Play Store. COSMO is equipped with a Gemini Nano model in addition to server-side AI, and feels designed for developmental purposes. The app listing is quite rough and may suggest this was published prematurely. Don’t want to miss the … Read More “Google’s got a mysterious new experimental AI app for Android” »
Joe Hindy / Android Authority You can actually use these gestures with the 3-button navbar, resulting in tons of functionality. TL;DR Galaxy owners have encountered a new One Hand Operation Plus bug. The glitch causes swipe gestures to temporarily stop working after a screenshot is captured. Samsung has confirmed the bug and is working on … Read More “Pesky bug is freezing gestures after screenshots on Galaxy phones” »
