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Contributor at Android Authority; finds new features in Google apps; covers Android features and app changes.

Google Gemini Adds Conversation Branching for New Chat Threads
SocialMar 17, 2026

Google Gemini Adds Conversation Branching for New Chat Threads

Google Gemini to introduce conversation branching, allowing users to spin off new chats from existing threads ✅ Details - https://t.co/YWlr5TfWB4 #Gemini #AI https://t.co/fpqcu9aEmd

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Android Switch Introduces Desktop Onboarding Preview
SocialMar 17, 2026

Android Switch Introduces Desktop Onboarding Preview

First look: What to expect when setting up an Android desktop PC New onboarding screens in Android Switch reveal some of the early messages desktop users could expect ✅ Details and screenshot - https://t.co/7S9a81hEKJ https://t.co/p3DUmfoXdJ

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Spotify Previews Smart‑glass App with Lyrics Overlay
SocialMar 17, 2026

Spotify Previews Smart‑glass App with Lyrics Overlay

Spotify is getting ready for its debut on smart glasses Beta version of the app hints at “Now Playing” and “Lyrics” displayed on the screen ✅ Details - https://t.co/z4MUbWFgnH #Spotify #Music #XR https://t.co/BTOKGy6C3A

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Google Plans Colorful Gradient Redesign for Circle to Search
SocialMar 17, 2026

Google Plans Colorful Gradient Redesign for Circle to Search

Google might be getting ready to give Circle to Search a colorful makeover The current white outline may be replaced with a colorful gradient trail ✅ Details and demo video - https://t.co/Ld1m9FGkYN https://t.co/ggMcgkQ7hc

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Google Translate Launches Six Sleek Shortcut Widgets
SocialMar 16, 2026

Google Translate Launches Six Sleek Shortcut Widgets

Google Translate app is rolling out 6 new widgets. These new widgets just act as a shortcut for different features in the Translate app, but they are proper widgets and don't look ugly as regular shortcuts. I spotted them first back...

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Google News to Offer Transcripts for AI Audio Briefings
SocialMar 16, 2026

Google News to Offer Transcripts for AI Audio Briefings

Google News may soon let you read transcripts of its AI-generated audio news briefings ✅ Details and video demo - https://t.co/yDMVhGVGcp https://t.co/Q1sn3R7ioV

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Google Clock Update Adds Fresh Weather Icons, Alarm UI Tweaks
SocialMar 16, 2026

Google Clock Update Adds Fresh Weather Icons, Alarm UI Tweaks

🕒 Google Clock's newest update brings new weather icons and some UI changes on the alarm screen ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/yz8BMLjUXg https://t.co/nvrhVaVT1A

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Google Maps Adds Custom Bike Avatar for Cyclists
SocialMar 16, 2026

Google Maps Adds Custom Bike Avatar for Cyclists

🚴‍♂️ Your Google Maps cycling trips are about to get a visual upgrade Cyclists may soon be able to swap the standard blue arrow for a custom Bicycle navigation avatar ✅ Details - https://t.co/X0tXnDRb6F https://t.co/XMDq7r06Z2

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Spotify to Add Mobile Playlist Folder Editing
SocialMar 16, 2026

Spotify to Add Mobile Playlist Folder Editing

Spotify could soon let you create, rename and delete Playlist Folder right from your phone Currently playlist folder management is available on web/desktop app only. ✅ Details - https://t.co/ibRiCf8mCs https://t.co/1bf3ogpsJt

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Google Messages Adds Selective Text Copying Feature
SocialMar 13, 2026

Google Messages Adds Selective Text Copying Feature

Google Messages is finally starting to roll out selective text copying, so you no longer have to copy the entire message ✅ Details - https://t.co/O9i7cvcpDE https://t.co/6mmqmJbGfN

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Android 17 Beta 2 Cracks Down on Accessibility Misuse
SocialMar 13, 2026

Android 17 Beta 2 Cracks Down on Accessibility Misuse

Advanced Protection Mode in Android 17 Beta 2 starts clamping down on apps that misuse accessibility services But these could include your favorite automation tools, launchers, or customization apps. ✅ Details - https://t.co/UQzdvkVExT https://t.co/MkNBVjjIfa

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Galaxy S26 Ultra's Flagship Feature Becomes Biggest Gripe
SocialMar 13, 2026

Galaxy S26 Ultra's Flagship Feature Becomes Biggest Gripe

The Galaxy S26 Ultra's headline feature is turning out to be its biggest complaint ✅ Details - https://t.co/hrG11Bk1eC https://t.co/kMg5Kc5Ifj

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Android 17 Beta 2 Thins Permission Dialog Buttons
SocialMar 10, 2026

Android 17 Beta 2 Thins Permission Dialog Buttons

Thickness of buttons in the permission dialog has been tweaked in Android 17 beta 2 https://t.co/LAvEPTri2B

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Gemini Wear OS Gets Revamped Weather Card with Expressive UI
SocialMar 10, 2026

Gemini Wear OS Gets Revamped Weather Card with Expressive UI

Gemini for Wear OS is getting a major weather card makeover with some much needed additions Following a similar update on Android phones, Google is bringing a more expressive UI to your wrist ✅ More screenshots and video - https://t.co/8mPtB3dUur https://t.co/W3KbXY1OTR

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Google Messages to Add Shield Against SMS Phishing
SocialMar 10, 2026

Google Messages to Add Shield Against SMS Phishing

Google Messages may soon gain a new shield against SMS blasters A recent beta update reveals code for a dedicated protection feature to thwart localized phishing scams ✅ Details - https://t.co/lgOwSiOpRO

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Google Adds Toggle: Classic Search vs AI Ask Photos
SocialMar 9, 2026

Google Adds Toggle: Classic Search vs AI Ask Photos

Google has started to roll out a new experience that puts you in the driver’s seat, letting you choose between fast classic search and intelligent Ask Photos results. We spotted this first back in January. https://t.co/EZr3Z97gqU

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Android 17 Beta 2 Adopts Chrome OS Security for USB4 Devices
SocialMar 9, 2026

Android 17 Beta 2 Adopts Chrome OS Security for USB4 Devices

Android 17 Beta 2 shows Google borrowing security features from Chrome OS Android implementing support for restricting how Thunderbolt or USB4 devices access system memory ✅ Details - https://t.co/r4ZuuUKTCn https://t.co/mdBUjGwy7y

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Advanced Protection Mode to Block Chrome WebGPU
SocialMar 9, 2026

Advanced Protection Mode to Block Chrome WebGPU

Android's Advanced Protection Mode may soon start disabling WebGPU in chrome to protect against security threats ✅ Details & screenshot - https://t.co/c6KBB1avG2 https://t.co/XWUB3K7om6

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March Update Disrupts Pixel Watch SpO2, Temperature Tracking
SocialMar 9, 2026

March Update Disrupts Pixel Watch SpO2, Temperature Tracking

Some Pixel Watch users say March update broke SpO2 and skin temperature tracking ✅ Details - https://t.co/wLgmfRbjEm https://t.co/4fPwuattpW

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Pixel Journal Adds Media Controls, Full-Screen Video, Reminder Upgrades
SocialMar 6, 2026

Pixel Journal Adds Media Controls, Full-Screen Video, Reminder Upgrades

Pixel Journal is working on a revamp with media layout controls, full-screen videos, and more control over reminders ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/EXl1QeyjV8 https://t.co/fTi47uvAIX

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ChatGPT Adds Session Memory, New Image Editor UI
SocialMar 6, 2026

ChatGPT Adds Session Memory, New Image Editor UI

ChatGPT is testing features that let the app remember exactly where you left off, even after a force close. Plus, a new UI for image editing and "fun facts" profiles ✅ More details with video & screenshots - https://t.co/RIA2gNcrVA #ChatGPT #AI https://t.co/5MNYhXrnns

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Pixel Weather Gets Clearer Icons and UI Tweaks
SocialMar 5, 2026

Pixel Weather Gets Clearer Icons and UI Tweaks

🌤️ Pixel Weather app update brings new weather icons for improved contrast and clarity along with some UI tweaks ✅ Check details and all screenshots - https://t.co/KdrRQb6XnV https://t.co/U7NQDg6irN

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Gemini Live Adds Combined Video‑share Button and Fullscreen Drag Handle
SocialMar 5, 2026

Gemini Live Adds Combined Video‑share Button and Fullscreen Drag Handle

Gemini Live has some more tricks in the works for its overlay bar Combined video and screen sharing buttons and a drag handle to go full screen ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/sBIpPy2cH1 https://t.co/4JSPOgTwna

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Google Adds Android UI for Scheduling Gemini Actions
SocialMar 5, 2026

Google Adds Android UI for Scheduling Gemini Actions

Google is working on a new way for users to create scheduled actions in Gemini on Android This includes a UI that allows users to name, describe, and schedule these actions — just like on the web. ✅ Details and screenshots -...

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Gemini Projects Rebranded as Notebooks, Integrated with NotebookLM
SocialMar 5, 2026

Gemini Projects Rebranded as Notebooks, Integrated with NotebookLM

Gemini "Projects" may get a new name and a powerful NotebookLM tie-in Leaked strings reveal "Notebooks" will let users group chats by topic and share sources between Gemini and NotebookLM ✅ More details - https://t.co/48rQwIdXWM https://t.co/yLmaIQWa2i

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Google Launches Registered App Stores to Simplify Sideloading
SocialMar 4, 2026

Google Launches Registered App Stores to Simplify Sideloading

Google is introducing a program that makes sideloading qualified app stores even easier. Google's new Registered App Stores program will provide a more streamlined installation flow for Android app stores that meet certain quality and safety benchmarks This Registered App Store...

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Quick Share AirDrop Expands to OPPO and Mediatek Devices
SocialMar 4, 2026

Quick Share AirDrop Expands to OPPO and Mediatek Devices

It's good to see Airdrop via Quick Share expanding to more devices from other manufacturers with support for devices powered by Mediatek chipsets as well.

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Google Contacts Unveils New UI for Calling Cards
SocialMar 4, 2026

Google Contacts Unveils New UI for Calling Cards

🖼️📞 Google Contacts app is rolling out the new UI for the contact details page for contacts that have a calling card set up. We spotted this first two weeks ago, now available with version 4.73 and above. https://t.co/ksbzi9vP42

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Google Photos Android Adds Manual Stacks, Floating Navigation Bar
SocialMar 4, 2026

Google Photos Android Adds Manual Stacks, Floating Navigation Bar

Google Photos for Android finally prepares to catch up with iOS features like manual photo stacks and the floating navigation bar Along with Expressive UI changes to the backup section. ✅ Details & Screenshots - https://t.co/UQWqd5oXYo https://t.co/VM5CGRWnDv

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Create Custom AI Icons on Pixel with New Feature
SocialMar 3, 2026

Create Custom AI Icons on Pixel with New Feature

Here is how you can generate custom AI icons in Google Pixel with the latest feature drop. It already has some inbuilt AI icons. It doesn't let you enter your own prompts and works similar to how you generate AI wallpapers...

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At a Glance Adds Transit, Market, and Sports Updates
SocialMar 3, 2026

At a Glance Adds Transit, Market, and Sports Updates

At a Glance's new tricks are great news for commuters, traders, and sports fans Transit Mode integration, better info for market monitors, and live sport scores are part of the deal. ✅ Details - https://t.co/3JE0iWyFCi https://t.co/aROTeq9D7n

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Pixel 10 Introduces Comfort View to Ease Eye Strain
SocialMar 3, 2026

Pixel 10 Introduces Comfort View to Ease Eye Strain

Google is introducing Comfort View on the Pixel 10 series to reduce visual strain from bright and saturated colors Comfort View will be available across the entire Pixel 10 flagship lineup. ✅ Details - https://t.co/aIb0ih4CJ2 https://t.co/cX6g63ClIm

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Pixel 8+ Launches Android Desktop Mode via USB‑C
SocialMar 3, 2026

Pixel 8+ Launches Android Desktop Mode via USB‑C

After months of testing, Android Desktop Mode finally arrives with the March Pixel Drop Pixel 8 and newer models can connect to external displays via USB-C for a full desktop experience. ✅ Details - https://t.co/aNdJFEcCCY https://t.co/iJZbZIbTHI

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Pixel 9 Journal Gets Generative AI Features
SocialMar 3, 2026

Pixel 9 Journal Gets Generative AI Features

Google has announced that Journal app users on the Pixel 9 series will finally get a taste of the app’s generative AI smarts, including reflections, Revisit Topics, and Mood ID. ✅ Details - https://t.co/vy1DF5BM3T https://t.co/76IUkP6vtJ

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Pixel Drop March 2026 Adds AI Icons, SpongeBob Themes
SocialMar 3, 2026

Pixel Drop March 2026 Adds AI Icons, SpongeBob Themes

The March 2026 Pixel Drop is now available for supported Pixel devices, introducing several new features and expanding others • Custom AI- Generated Icons • SpongeBob theme packs • New Now Playing app • Sports, Finance & commute on at a glance ✅ Check everything...

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Google Maps Adopts New Blurred Gradient Icon on Android
SocialMar 3, 2026

Google Maps Adopts New Blurred Gradient Icon on Android

📍 Google Maps app just got the new gradient style icon on Android The icon retains the four core colors used by Google apps, but uses severe blur to blend them together. ✅ Details - https://t.co/Uubf0Q0jT1 https://t.co/94ScG8FUdB

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Pixel Gets Three New SpongeBob Themes, Limited-Time
SocialMar 3, 2026

Pixel Gets Three New SpongeBob Themes, Limited-Time

Your Google Pixel device has now 3 new SpongeBob based theme packs This again seems to be a promotional theme pack which will be available to download until May 1, 2026. ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/lcmWzlwWSq https://t.co/3NvCjOGo8t

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Google Messages Adds 30‑day Trash for Chat Recovery
SocialMar 3, 2026

Google Messages Adds 30‑day Trash for Chat Recovery

First look: Google Messages' Trash feature adds a safety net for your chats A new 30-day holding period gives users a chance to restore conversations before permanent removal. We spotted this first back in October 2025 ✅ Details with more screenshots -...

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Google Pixel Launches Revamped Now Playing App with Expressive UI
SocialMar 2, 2026

Google Pixel Launches Revamped Now Playing App with Expressive UI

🔥 Google Pixel's new Now Playing app is here with Expressive UI and the same old features ✅ Details and screenshots -https://t.co/QtJOpTHKD0 https://t.co/ejCeKdi0zJ

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Android Auto to Soon Control Car Radio Tuner
SocialMar 2, 2026

Android Auto to Soon Control Car Radio Tuner

Android Auto is one step closer to controlling your car's built-in radio tuner The feature could soon let users search for and play radio stations through its interface. ✅ Details - https://t.co/JDI5bKE1sn https://t.co/eoCk55HXgJ

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Gemini Adds Multi‑image and Video Sharing via Android
SocialMar 2, 2026

Gemini Adds Multi‑image and Video Sharing via Android

Gemini app now lets you share multiple images and videos from other apps using Android’s share menu This ability was previously limited to a single image, and videos previously couldn’t be imported this way at all. ✅ More details - https://t.co/ZSICSV6mKi https://t.co/821iZqGKYA

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Google Launches Customizable Calling Card with Privacy Controls
SocialFeb 28, 2026

Google Launches Customizable Calling Card with Privacy Controls

Google started rolling out the "Your calling card" feature (in beta) which will allow you to control how your own calling card appears for other people. I spotted this first back in October and shared its progress on AndroidAuthority. You can...

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Google's Android 17 Automates SIM PIN Unlocks
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Google's Android 17 Automates SIM PIN Unlocks

🔓 Android 17 wants to solve the biggest headache with using SIM PIN locks Google is building a new system for letting the phone automatically handle SIM PIN unlocks. ✅ Details - https://t.co/lGbIxYTndW

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Google Removes Pixel Studio’s Magic Tools, Redirects Users
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Google Removes Pixel Studio’s Magic Tools, Redirects Users

It's the beginning of the end for Pixel Studio Google's latest Pixel Studio update is a major downgrade as it removes magic eraser/reimagine features Google plans to re-direct Pixel Studio users to Nano Banana in Gemini ✅ Details - https://t.co/SVbhxMCkPl https://t.co/VZYQjkUVSW

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Pixel Watch Adds Optional Instant or Wrist‑raise Notifications
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Pixel Watch Adds Optional Instant or Wrist‑raise Notifications

Google to bring a new Pixel Watch feature that lets users choose whether notifications light up the screen instantly or only when raising the wrist ✅ Details - https://t.co/W3F6Uwpfw6 https://t.co/s6ruZYOwix

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Gemini Android Gets Cleaner UI with New Shortcuts
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Gemini Android Gets Cleaner UI with New Shortcuts

Gemini on Android is moving toward a decluttered UI with numerous small design changes across the board • Temporary chat shortcut on Gemini home • Shortcut for chat import • New ways to choose models ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/mXe4A83cZo https://t.co/oBd9XnfFt1

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Google Play Reveals Subscription Impact on Rewards Points
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Google Play Reveals Subscription Impact on Rewards Points

Google Play Starts Rolling Out a New Way to See Exactly How Your Subscriptions Are Fueling Your Rewards Points It also shows total count of your active subscriptions. ✅ Details - https://t.co/YnFlE1tujH https://t.co/xeqWeChVDC

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Google Pixel Studio's Animation Tool: New Details Revealed
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Google Pixel Studio's Animation Tool: New Details Revealed

What to expect from Google Pixel Studio's upcoming animation tool Pixel Studio animation isn't here yet, but here are some new details ✅ Details - https://t.co/c9P4oeULMt https://t.co/VA6HGzunzI

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ChatGPT Adds “Naughty Chats” Toggle, Edging Toward Pornification
SocialFeb 26, 2026

ChatGPT Adds “Naughty Chats” Toggle, Edging Toward Pornification

ChatGPT's 'Naughty chats' toggle is the first step towards its pornification Code in ChatGPT app reveals an upcoming setting that allows “spicier,” adult-themed language ✅ Details - https://t.co/GLHDlhZsYT #AI #ChatGPT https://t.co/4XNDGh0aib

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