[Update: Wider rollout] Google Messages begins testing scheduled sending options

While Google Messages offers a variety of exclusive features like bringing RCS to more Android phones and allowing texting from the web, there are quite a few things it can’t do. One of those is about to change, as it seems it has begun to allow a lucky few to schedule when messages should be sent. more… The post [Update: Wider rollout] Google Messages...

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YouTube Music rolling out a straightforward ‘2020 Year in Review’ playlist

Following Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay, YouTube Music’s 2020 Year in Review is officially rolling out today. It’s a relatively straightforward playlist featuring the “songs you listened to the most this year.”  more… The post YouTube Music rolling out a straightforward ‘2020 Year in Review’ playlist appeared first on 9to5Google.

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Stadia 2.45 continues work on State Share in captures

In the first update since Stadia reached its one-year anniversary, Stadia 2.42 continues preparing to connect State Share to captures. more… The post Stadia 2.45 continues work on State Share in captures appeared first on 9to5Google.

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‘ADT + Google’ partnership will start rolling out in Q3 of 2021

Back in August, Google announced a security-focused strategic partnership with ADT to “create the next generation of the helpful home.” CEO Jim DeVries told CNBC yesterday that ADT will “roll out with Google products in the third quarter of 2021.” more… The post ‘ADT + Google’ partnership will start rolling out in Q3 of 2021 appeared first on 9to5Google.

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[Update: Now available] Pixel 5 buyers with Google One can expect Google Store credit soon

With a 2TB (or higher) Google One subscription, you get 10% back on all Google Store purchases. It’s supposed to arrive 30 days after an order has shipped, but Pixel 5 pre-orderers have yet to be credited. Google told us today that Pixel 5 Store credits will be available by Friday. more… The post [Update: Now available] Pixel 5 buyers with Google...

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Alphabet Scoop 106: Snapdragon 888, Pixel 4a 5G review, and more

This week we talk about Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chip that will power next year’s flagship devices. We then check in on the Pixel 4a 5G and why it’s the surprise of this year’s lineup before closing on what’s new with Stadia.  Alphabet Scoop is available Google Podcasts, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, and through our dedicated RSS feed for Pocket...

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Cyberpunk 2077 launches on Stadia at 7 pm ET on December 9

After multiple delays, the highly-anticipated game Cyberpunk 2077 is finally about to launch for gamers on just about every major platform. Now, CD Projekt Red is confirming when Cyberpunk 2077 will actually release with some good news for Stadia players. more… The post Cyberpunk 2077 launches on Stadia at 7 pm ET on December 9 appeared first on...

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You can now submit your own Google Maps Street View photos from Android

Google has upgraded its Street View app on Android to allow you to capture and submit your own Street View photos with nothing more than your phone. more… The post You can now submit your own Google Maps Street View photos from Android appeared first on 9to5Google.

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Google Fiber ‘2 Gig’ launches in two cities, includes custom-developed Wi-Fi 6 ‘Multi-Gig Router’

In September, Google Fiber announced a ‘2 Gig’ tier, and it’s now widely available in Huntsville and Nashville. As part of this, a Wi-Fi 6 Google Fiber Multi-Gig Router is provided to customers. more… The post Google Fiber ‘2 Gig’ launches in two cities, includes custom-developed Wi-Fi 6 ‘Multi-Gig Router’ appeared first on 9to5Google.

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Google Podcasts on Android, iOS, and web now lets you add shows by RSS feed

Last month, Google Podcasts hit 50 million installs on the Play Store, and it’s now letting you “Add by RSS feed” across all platforms.  more… The post Google Podcasts on Android, iOS, and web now lets you add shows by RSS feed appeared first on 9to5Google.

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