Google pauses Wear OS 5 rollout after bricking issues https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/26/google-pauses-wear-os-5-rollout-after-bricking-issues/
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Google pauses Wear OS 5 rollout after bricking issues
Key Points: Google has temporarily stopped the rollout of Wear OS 5 due to reports of bricked Pixel Watches. The update caused some Pixel Watch users to experience software issues that rendered their devices unusable. Google is likely working to fix the problem…
Google limits new accounts in Russia, Qualcomm's next chip renamed https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/26/google-limits-new-accounts-in-russia-qualcomms-next-chip-renamed/
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Google limits new accounts in Russia, Qualcomm’s next chip renamed
Key Points: Google is reportedly blocking new account creations for Russian users. Qualcomm’s upcoming flagship chip will be called “Snapdragon 8 Elite” instead of “Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.” This new chip will feature powerful new cores for better performance.…
Gemini gets a simpler look, Chrome gets a themed navigation bar, and Google TV blocks screenshot https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/26/gemini-gets-a-simpler-look-chrome-gets-a-themed-navigation-bar-and-google-tv-blocks-screenshot/
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Gemini gets a simpler look, Chrome gets a themed navigation bar, and Google TV blocks screenshot
Key Points: Gemini’s new look: Google has simplified the Gemini app’s home screen on Android to make it more like the web version. Chrome’s themed navigation: The navigation bar in Chrome for Android now matches the color of the active tab, creating a more…
Google Calendar gets a visual upgrade and Gemini boosts Gmail and Messages https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/27/google-calendar-gets-a-visual-upgrade-and-gemini-boosts-gmail-and-messages/
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Google Calendar gets a visual upgrade and Gemini boosts Gmail and Messages
Key Points: Gemini’s Smart Replies: Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, is now helping you compose emails faster with contextually aware replies. Gemini in Messages: Gemini is also available in Google Messages, ready to help you draft messages, brainstorm ideas…
Google's New Tricks: Gemini for old Pixel Buds and a Contacts widget upgrade https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/27/googles-new-tricks-gemini-for-old-pixel-buds-and-a-contacts-widget-upgrade/
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Google’s New Tricks: Gemini for old Pixel Buds and a Contacts widget upgrade
Key Points: Gemini for Everyone: Google’s powerful AI assistant, Gemini, is coming to older Pixel Buds. No More Limits: The contacts widget on your home screen will now let you add as many favorite contacts as you want. Google Calendar Gets a New Look: Expect…
Android 15: Notification spam no more https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/27/android-15-notification-spam-no-more/
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Android 15: Notification spam no more
Key Points: Quiets the Chaos: Notification cooldown gradually lowers the volume of repeated notifications from the same app. Customizable Settings: You can choose to apply cooldown to all notifications or just conversations. Important Alerts Excluded: Calls…