Damien Wilde

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Some of our favorite Pixel 9 accessories [Video]

1 week ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

You might be on the lookout for some decent or solid Pixel 9 accessories, luckily we’re way ahead of you and have tested lots of crud to find the gems. Here are a few more of our favorites that we think you might want to take a look at. Some of the best Pixel 9 Pro Fold accessories for you to try [Video]Hands-on with every official Pixel 9 series case: Worth the money? [Video]Accessories come in lots of shapes, sizes, and price points for the Pixel 9 this year.
iOS 26 vs. Android 16: Concise or clear design [Video]

1 week ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

We’ve just seen Apple lay out plans for the next generation of iOS, which is a rapid departure from previous updates. But how does iOS 26 stack up against Android 16, which has also yet to be released? Here’s everything you need to know. Apple isn’t often a follower in the tech space. Credit to the company: It tends to stay in its lane and let others blaze a path.
A renewed Pixel 8 Pro is a steal at just $355 right now

1 week ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

It makes a lot of sense to consider a slightly older phone for your next purchase, as you can often find fantastic deals. Take the renewed Pixel 8 Pro from Amazon, for instance—it’s an absolute steal!While the late-2023 flagship has been outshone by the newer Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL, it’s still an incredible device. You’ll get a smooth, clean software experience with updates stretching far into the future.
These are currently the best Google Pixel deals on Amazon

1 week ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

Getting a Google Pixel at the best price often means shopping around, but with great return and refund policies plus extended warranties, Amazon is a great place to get kitted out with a smartphone. With that in mind, here are some of the best early Summer deals on Google Pixel phones from the online retailer. There are several reasons to get a renewed or refurbished phone over a brand-new handset, including discounts and cost savings. The days of limited support windows on Android are behind us.
Google TV Streamer gets rare discount in limited Amazon sale

2 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

While the Google TV Streamer isn’t the outright best Android TV box, it is a solid set-top box that is now a little more enticing as part of a limited Amazon sale. Despite the fact that there are cheaper and more capable options littering the market, discounts on the Google TV Streamer 4K have been few and far between. This marks only the second time Amazon has offered a direct discount, making it a noteworthy deal.
Every single new feature in Android 16 [Video]

2 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

The dust has barely settled on Android 15, but less than a year later, we have a smaller but still important Android 16 update stuffed with new functions and features for Google Pixel phones – here’s what’s new. Every single new feature in Android 15 [Video]Let’s get the obvious problem out of the way early: this is not the huge Material 3 Expressive overhaul that you might be thinking of. This is actually the precursor to that update.
Android 16 will officially launch later today

2 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

In wake of Apple’s unveiling of iOS 26, Google has officially confirmed that we’ll see the “final” Android 16 launch later today.
Google TV Streamer long-term review: Not the best, but at what cost? [Video]

2 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

It has been almost a year since Google released the TV Streamer. As the sole streaming device now officially sold by the Mountain View tech giant, how has it aged? Is it still worth it? Here’s what you need to know. Since the device launched, I have used it almost without fail every single day. The TV Streamer is the main component in my living room TV system. It offers more than my LG smart TV can offer in terms of functions, features, and raw power.
The first release of Android 16 is going to be very underwhelming [Video]

3 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

Getting a new smartphone software update in the middle of the year is always going to feel weird, but with barely any headline functions and little to get excited over, is Android 16 going to suck? The short answer is: maybe, but here’s why. The reason we have little to talk about in the base Android 16 update is mostly because of how Google handled the launch of the Pixel 9 series last year. Yes, last year’s phones are kind of the reason why things are so weird today.
Google Maps for Android Auto expands directions, arrival time with new instrument cluster pop-up in some vehicles

3 weeks ago | 9to5google.com | Damien Wilde

A recent update may give you more heads-up information when using Google Maps navigation right at your steering wheel if you have a digital dashboard that supports Android Auto. Previously, when using Google Maps in Android Auto, you would only see directional instructions in the main in-car head unit. Voice prompts indicated where to turn or any upcoming hazards. Now, this is all visible from within the main instrument cluster at the wheel of supported cars. We have tested this on the Polestar 2.