It seems all but certain that the Pixel 10’s chip will be made by TSMC
TL;DR A Korean outlet has reported that the Tensor G5 processor will be made by TSMC. This comes after our own exclusive story revealing evidence of a TSMC-made Tensor G5.…
Google announces extended repair program for Pixel 8 display issues
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Google has launched an extended repair program for Pixel 8 devices experiencing display issues. The program offers coverage for affected devices for three years…
Google lets first batch of users test its new theft detection lock feature
TL;DR Google is letting the first users test out theft detection lock, offline device lock, and remote lock. The security features are coming to Brazil first. Users who want to…
Google can keep your phone if you send it in for repair with non-OEM parts
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google says it will not return a device if it has non-OEM parts. This stipulation is just another in a growing number of anti-consumer…
Google could let you bring your Live Photos along when you migrate from iPhone
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s Data Transfer Tool (also called Pixel Migrate on Pixel devices) is adding support for transferring Live Photos from iOS to Android. Live Photos…
Google quietly retires Google One branding from its VPN ahead of June shutdown
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google One VPN is being discontinued on June 20, 2024, and will be replaced by a Pixel-exclusive VPN service. The rebranding effort is already…