Google’s next environmental goal after committing to being carbon-free 24/7 worldwide by 2030 is focused on water and replenishing more of it than its offices and data centers use.
This water stewardship target sees Google commit to replenishing (on average) 120% of the water it consumes. Data centers require a lot of water for cooling, and the company already uses reclaimed wastewater. It…
Just over a month after the first preview, Google this evening released the first Pixel 6 ad. With a “For All You Are” tagline, this 30-second video provides our first real, non-rendered glimpse of the hardware.
It starts by literally turning up the volume (using…
Ahead of the release of the Xiaomi 11T Pro and 11T, the Chinese firm is promising extended support for the upcoming duo with three years of OS updates and a further year of regular security patches.
This update pledge goes beyond the current support levels already provided…
Software issues plague some Lenovo smart displays, Google investigating
September 10, 2021
The first thought around Google Assistant smart displays is usually Google’s Nest Hub lineup, but there are some third-party options, too. Lenovo has offered a handful of smart display options for the past couple of years, but recent updates have left many with some very frustrating software issues.
A thread on Lenovo’s forums details an issue that’s affected quite a few smart display…
Android Auto expands to more countries — here’s the full list [Update: Indonesia, Thailand]
September 10, 2021
Google’s Android Auto platform has become a standard part of many new cars, much to the benefit of users. Now, Google is expanding where Android Auto is officially available, opening the platform up to quite a few new countries across the continent of Europe and…
Soft and hardcover photo books were the first Google Photos print product, and the lineup has since expanded to several other offerings. Google Photos is now letting you get prints in more sizes and as a delivery instead of having to pick them up in a store.
In addition to…
Google rolling out Android 12 Beta 5 ‘release candidate’ for Pixel as final update
September 10, 2021
Nearly seven months have passed since Google released the first developer preview of its next major mobile OS release. Android 12 Beta 5 is available today as the final update (and release candidate) before the public launch.
That unveil is officially a “few weeks away” as today’s release candidate comes four weeks after Beta 4.
As we put the finishing touches on the new version of…
Flutter SDK 2.5 brings full-screen Android apps, early Material You widgets, and more
September 10, 2021
The latest update to Google’s Flutter SDK, version 2.5, includes better support for full-screen Android apps, Material You widgets, and more while the Dart programming language gains Apple Silicon support.
Early this year, with the release of “Flutter 2,” Google…
Google Pixel 5a owners can now join the Android 12 Beta
September 10, 2021
Just a day after its first security update became available, Google’s latest affordable phone, the Pixel 5a, is now eligible to join the Android 12 Beta.
Google’s final Android 12 Beta has been launched into the world today, serving as a “release candidate” for…
How to get the Android 12 Beta on Google Pixel
September 10, 2021
After a few developer previews and the big Google I/O reveal, Android 12 is now available in beta to anyone who wants to give it a shot. Here’s how to get the Android 12 Beta on your Google Pixel smartphone.
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Is your Pixel compatible?
Pixel devices compatible with Android 12 Beta
What is the latest Android 12 Beta?
How to Enroll in Android 12 Beta Program on Pixel
How to…
