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Android 12L for Surface Duo shown off with Windows 11-esque design, set for this year

October 13, 2022
Following Samsung on its key foldables and tablets, Microsoft is the next OEM that we’re waiting on to launch Android 12L. Alongside other hardware announcements today, Android 12L was shown off for the Surface Duo 2 with design influences and customizations from Windows 11. While the Surface Duo at launch (with Android 10) did not offer a strictly stock Android experience, it was relatively…
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Pixel 7 Pro initial review: Google is finally figuring out flagship phones

October 13, 2022
The Pixel 6 was a reinvention of Google’s smartphone, pushing the company firmly into “flagship” territory in a way that past devices hadn’t really aimed at. Now, we’re at the second generation of that reboot, and the Pixel 7 Pro builds on Google’s flagship and shows that, finally, the company is figuring out how to do this properly. Why an initial review? 9to5Google was given six days…
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Pixel Watch gets ‘Wear OS System UI’ app on Google Play Store

October 13, 2022
Google said it’s aiming for yearly Wear OS updates, but many experiences on its wearables are updated via the Play Store. The latest example of that is “Wear OS System UI” on the Pixel Watch. The Google Play description says, “Wear OS System UI provides access to the latest Wear OS smartwatch user experiences. Stay connected, be healthier, and leverage the helpfulness of Google, all on…
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Android 13 QPR1 Beta 2 feedback survey now live for Pixel

October 13, 2022
Google’s Android feedback surveys continue with 13 QPR1 Beta 2 this afternoon. It comes a week after the preview build rolled out. The Android 13 QPR1 Beta 2 feedback survey starts by having you confirm the version (T1B2.220916.004) you’re running and the device: Pixel…
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You’ll have a software update out of the box on Google Pixel Watch

October 13, 2022
The Google Pixel Watch has officially arrived, and retail units are starting to arrive today for early buyers. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a Pixel Watch today, you’ll have a software update waiting out of the box. After you complete the initial setup on your Google Pixel Watch out of the box, a software update will be available. A minor update will be delivered during setup…
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