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There’s (almost) no way the Pixel Watch can live up to the hype

New rumors have reignited excitement around the Pixel Watch, which may launch in the coming months. But it almost certainly won't live up to the hype.
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Google Store redesign indicates imminent Pixel Watch announcement

The online Google Store's most recent redesign seems to suggest that the Pixel Watch is coming soon based on the way it's changed its wording.
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Google’s Pixel 6a earns FCC approval weeks ahead of launch

Google's upcoming Pixel 6a has just passed FCC certification, hinting at an impending launch.
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Google I/O 2022: Latest news, dates, and registration

This year's Google I/O 2022 will be hosted on May 11 and 12. Here's how you can watch and register for keynotes and events.
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Google I/O returns as an in-person event on May 11-12

Google I/O 2022 will return as an in-person event on May 11-12. The event will be livestreamed in front of a limited live audience.
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Android 12: Everything you need to know

Android 12 is now available for download. Here's everything you need to know about Google's next big update.
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Smart home fragmentation may become thing of the past thanks to Matter protocol

Tired of having to use multiple device apps to run your smart home? Google and a handful of other smart tech developers have big plans for unifying smart gear.
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Chromebooks at Google I/O 2021: Everything new that’s been announced

There's a lot to be excited about for the future of Chromebooks. Here's everything new in the world of Chromebooks coming out of Google I/O 2021.
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Chromebooks are officially moving to Android 11. Here’s why that matters

Google says Chromebooks will be updated to Android 11 throughout this year, and it's a big deal for the security, performance, and the update schedule.
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The 5 best things from Google I/O 2021

The Google I/O 2021 keynote brought major announcements about the future of Google products. These were the best announcements.
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Everything Google didn’t announce at Google I/O 2021

A lot was announced at Google I/O 2021, but a lot wasn't. Here's what wasn't announced, but might show up in the next few months.
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Google I/O 2021: All of the biggest announcements

Google I/O is back as a virtual event, and it's packed full of amazing new products and updates.
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Smart Home at Google I/O 2021: Everything new

Google announced a handful of new smart home innovations at the return of the company's annual I/O event. Here's a breakdown of the latest innovations.
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Together, Google and Samsung just may have a chance to beat the Apple Watch

The newly announced Wear platform is a joint effort between Google and Samsung, and it just may have a chance to take on the Apple Watch.
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Wearables at Google I/O 2021: Everything new announced today

Google and Samsung are partnering on a revamped Wear OS experience featuring improved app performance, battery health, and a suite of fitness-tracking perks.
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Stadia was a no-show during Google’s 2-hour I/O keynote

Google Stadia wasn't mentioned once during Google's two-hour I/O keynote. We're not surprised.
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Initiatives for 24/7 clean energy announced at Google I/O 2021

At Google I/O 2021, the company announced more initiatives towards cleaner energy, with the aim of operating on carbon-free energy by 2030.
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In Google’s new world, your phone camera is for way more than taking photos

From rashes to hiking boots, Google wants you to use your phone’s camera for asking about everything.
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Google shows off its amazing new Quantum A.I. Campus

At Google I/O, the company announced its new Quantum A.I. Campus, a Santa Barbara, California, facility which will advance Google’s considerable quantum ambitions.
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Android 12 Beta 1: Is it worth installing?

The first beta of Android 12 is finally here, allowing developers and brave users to test out the next-generation operating system. But should you install it?
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Google’s Project Starline is a magic mirror to bring 3D video chatting to life

Google’s Project Starline is working to make it possible for you to view a life-sized 3D model of a loved one when communicating with them.
Google announces new photography inclusivity program

Google sees fault in camera algorithms, vows to improve skin tone representation

Google's strength in photography is well-known, but that power isn't perfect. It's now focusing on ensuring its algorithms properly represent all skin tones.
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The 5 best new features just announced for Google Docs

At Google I/O 2021, a slew of new features were announced for Google Docs, all of which make it a more collaborative application.
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Google Photos now shows more of the photos you want, fewer of the ones you don’t

Google has enhanced Google Photos to show you pictures you may have forgotten -- and added a way to hide away the ones you'd rather others didn't see at all.
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Google’s LaMDA is a smart language A.I. for better understanding conversation

At Google I/O, the search giant showed off its new A.I. language model that could make dialogue with machines more natural.
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Android at Google I/O 2021: Everything new

After a few months of Developer Previews, the Android 12 Beta program is here. Here's everything new in Android 12 that Google announced at Google I/O 2021.
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Google embeds Android TV remote app into Android phones

You'll soon no longer need to download Google's remote app for Android TV. The company plans to embed the app's functionality into all Android smartphones.
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Google Maps is getting improved Live View navigation, more detailed map data

Google has announced a series of updates to Maps at Google I/O 2021, including a better Live View and a more detailed map in 50 more cities.
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Smart Canvas supercharges Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets for collaboration

At its I/O developer conference, Google has announced Smart Canvas, which turns Docs, Sheets, and Slides into better collaboration tools.
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Google I/O 2021: How to watch the keynote today

The Google I/O 2021 keynote is coming up quickly. Here's what to expect and how to watch it.
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Android 12 will get an extensive, flowery redesign, according to massive leak

Android 12 is set to get a redesign, according to the latest leak, including everything from the way notifications are shown, to the look of the keyboard.
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Android 11: Everything you need to know

It won't be dessert-themed, but Android 11 will still be sweet. Here's what we know about Google’s next mobile phone OS.
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How to download Android 10

The next big iteration of the Android operating system is bringing some delicious new features, including a dark mode, distraction-cutting focus mode, and more of Google's nifty accessibility features. Here's how you can download and install Android 10.
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Google I/O 2020 is now completely canceled, including any online events

Google has announced that it is fully canceling Google I/O 2020 -- including the online event. The cancellation is due to concerns surrounding coronavirus.