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Gemini app Pro subscribers now get three ‘Veo 3 Fast’ videos per day
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Google is now giving AI Pro subscribers in the Gemini app more video generations with Veo 3 Fast after previously providing a 10-pack trial. Veo 3 is Google’s latest model for video with the ability to generate audio.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Roundguard, Front Armies, LIMBO, more
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Today’s Google Play store app deals are now ready to roll down below. Just be sure to scope out the major hardware discounts we have today on 8Bitdo’s Hall effect Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller, Google’s Nest Cam with Floodlight, the latest WF-1000XM5 Wireless ANC Earbuds, and Lenovo’s Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC at $400 off, not to mention this rare deal on the Google TV Streamer 4K. As for the apps, highlights include Roundguard, Front Armies, LIMBO, Skel and Defense, and more. Head below for a closer look down below.
Read MoreGemini coming to Google Docs for Android
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On mobile, Gemini in Google Workspace has been limited to the Gmail app, but it’s now coming to Google Docs for Android.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 9 Pro Fold was a hit in Europe, driving major growth as Samsung and Oppo shrunk
Foldables are absolutely a niche within the smartphone market, but some brands are starting to see a bit of success with it, including Google which is not only seeing sales of Pixel Fold devices, but is one of the fastest-growing foldable makers Europe right now.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV Streamer long-term review: Not the best, but at what cost? [Video]
It has been almost a year since Google released the TV Streamer. As the sole streaming device now officially sold by the Mountain View tech giant, how has it aged? Is it still worth it? Here’s what you need to know.
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Deals: Google TV Streamer 4K, Nest Cam with Floodlight, Lenovo Elite Copilot+ PC $400 off, Kindle Scribe $100 off, more
We are starting today’s best deals off with a rare chance to save on the latest Google TV Streamer 4K down at $85 via Amazon today as well as up to $90 in savings on the Google Nest Cam with Floodlight. Next, we have a series of notable PC offers headlined by Lenovo’s Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC with a 3K OLED touchscreen at $400 off before moving over to some headphones deals – Sony XM5 wireless earbuds, the latest Powerbeats Pro 2, and Nothing’s CMF Buds at $27. We also have a new all-time low on Amazon’s latest flagship tablet-meets-reader Kindle Scribe at $100 off, and you’ll find everything else below.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 8 Classic goes up for sale with hands-on photos showing new design, more [Gallery]
Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is right around the corner, and now a device has popped up on eBay to show off its new design and a key spec change.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle updates Pixel Magnifier with real-time text search
Following version 2.0 at Made by Google last year, the latest update to Pixel Magnifier introduces live text search.
Expand Expanding CloseLAPD asks Waymo to halt service because people keep setting them on fire
Waymo’s self-driving taxis are burning in numbers during the ongoing protests in LA. The LAPD says that people are ordering Waymo’s autonomous cars with the intention of setting the EVs on fire.
Expand Expanding CloseNintendo Switch 2 doesn’t have a YouTube app, but it’s coming ‘soon’
The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived, but it’s missing some apps, including a YouTube app. That will be fixed “soon” though, Google says.
Expand Expanding Close‘Pixel VIPs’ appearing for Google Pixel owners as Play Store update
Google Pixel owners on Sunday evening unexpectedly received an app update for something called “Pixel VIPs.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages rolls out taller, 14-line text field [U]
After widely rolling out the redesigned compose field last month, Google Messages is now addressing a common complaint about the 4-line limit when drafting by letting the text box get much taller.
Expand Expanding CloseThe delightful little ways Nintendo Switch 2 reminds me of using a Pixel
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here and, despite most of my time on it spent playing MarioKart, the thing I can’t get out of my head so far is how many of the delightful little animations and sounds remind me of Google’s best designs, especially those scattered throughout Pixel.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat Google Messages features are rolling out [June 2025]
Like most Google apps, Messages A/B tests many features. However, it takes the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch these capabilities in stable even after they are announced. From various reports, Google itself, and devices we’ve checked, this is the current state of Messages.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle AI Studio users concerned about free access after new Gemini app limits
Earlier this week, Google doubled the recently introduced 2.5 Pro query limit in the Gemini app for AI Pro subscribers. It then emerged that Google is planning to make similar limit changes to AI Studio.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle preps Pixel ‘Battery health assistance’ setting
As previewed earlier this year, Google is getting ready to add a “Battery health assistance” setting to help long-term Pixel usage.
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This small Android tablet has a 9-inch OLED display and launches next week
Small Android tablets are getting a revival, as Redmagic has just started officially teasing its “Gaming Tablet 3 Pro” which is said to have a 9-inch OLED display and, now, has a launch date of June 11.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music showing ads on Now Playing screen for free users
In addition to the advertising that plays after every few songs, YouTube Music appears to be adding ads to the Now Playing screen.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages Material 3 Expressive redesign comes to search, image viewer, more
After debuting in the conversation view earlier this week, Material 3 Expressive is coming to more parts of Google Messages beta, including the media viewer and search experience.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Launcher starts rolling out AI Mode shortcut for Google Search bar
Pixel owners are getting quick access to AI Mode via the Google Search bar that’s built into the Pixel Launcher.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 057: All About Pixel 10
Welcome to episode 57 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we talk all about the Pixel 10.
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Google is preparing new Pixel Watch features; ‘lock when left behind,’ water lock, more
Google is preparing a couple of new Pixel Watch features, including the ability to lock your phone when you leave it behind, as well as stopping accidental touches in the water.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s not just you: YouTube is down for some in partial outage
YouTube looks to be facing an outage, as down reports spike and the website looks to be operational for some users.
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Samsung confirms Galaxy Z ‘Fold 7’ and ‘Flip 7’ in the strangest way
We all know that Samsung has new foldables in the pipeline, but the company just confirmed the branding of Galaxy Z “Fold 7” and “Flip 7” in one of the strangest ways.
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