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‘Ok Google, turn on the lights’ is mysteriously broken for many users right now

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-30 10:58:57

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Many users are reporting not being able to control lights or groups of lights with an ‘Ok Google’ command. I noticed this issue on my speakers yesterday, but thought it was a random bug. It seems more widespread, and the Google Nest account has acknowledged the issue. Yesterday evening, as I went to bed, I told my Google Nest Audio, “Hey Google, turn off all the lights.” Normally, this is one of the easiest commands, and my success rate with it is better

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What went wrong for Yahoo

news.ycombinator.com Dave Farquhar 2025-12-30 08:25:13

Reddit calls itself the front page of the Internet. But for a good decade or even a decade and a half, Yahoo had as legitimate of a claim as any to the title of front page of the Internet. On July 25, 2016, Yahoo met an inglorious end as an independent company, selling out to Verizon for $4.8 billion. That makes today as good of a day as any to look at what happened to Yahoo, the first front page of the Internet. How far Yahoo fell At the time, Forbes called it the saddest $5 billion deal in t

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Google makes great apps, but these aren’t it if you ask me

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-30 09:00:23

Andy Walker / Android Authority Google is a software company and knows how to make great apps. I mean, I use apps like Gmail, Maps, YouTube, and Drive on a regular basis. Then there are its AI-focused apps like NotebookLM, which is by far the most underrated app in Google’s arsenal. However, there are a few apps I think are way underdeveloped and need some serious work. They’re simply too basic for me, or lack many of the features you get with the competition. I know Google is all about simpli

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These $130 Asus Gaming Headphones Get Almost Everything Right

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-30 05:00:05

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Asus ROG Pelta $130 at Amazon Pros Sound great Comfortable Customizable sound Affordable Three connection modes Cons No noise cancellation No Xbox support Minimal headband adjustment After reviewing the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 headset last year, I was impressed by just how much a good headset can improve the gaming experience. While headsets like th

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Google in 1999: Search engines escape the portal matrix

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-30 23:06:06

Google in 1999: Search Engines Escape the Portal Matrix Like Morpheus in The Matrix, Google gave web users a stark choice in 1999: take the red pill and experience a new world of search quality, or choose the blue pill and stick with the bloated world of portal search. Google founders, 1999; photo by William Mercer McLeod. "Aren’t you rather late to the game?" It's January 1999 and that question was put to Google's young founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin. The interviewer was Karsten Lemm

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Google Maps crashes keeping you from planning a route home? You’re far from alone

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-31 05:21:22

Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps is crashing for some users when attempting to get transit directions. Other transportation methods do not appear to be affected. Not everyone on the same version of the app is experiencing the problem, though, and we’ve reached out to Google for more information. Modern navigation software is superior to paper maps for more reasons than we can count, and one great example is how well they can integrate with mass transit systems. Instead of dr

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Fresh Pixel 10 leak shows off the series in more than just Moonstone

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-31 05:35:21

Google TL;DR More renders of the Pixel 10 series have emerged online. This leak also includes images of the Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds Pro 2. It has been a busy week for Pixel 10 series leaks. Google even joined in on the fun by releasing a teaser, which was followed up by an accidental leak of official imagery. If that wasn’t enough to satiate you until next month’s Made by Google event, even more renders have now emerged. Earlier today, tipster Evan Blass took to X (formerly Twitter) to

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Google gets its swag back

theverge.com Alex Heath 2025-12-31 04:52:59

This week, I take a look at the surprisingly strong state of Google, Meta gets a new chief AI researcher, and more. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out this week’s Decoder episode about deepfakes and where they are headed. Also, do you use an AI coding tool like Cursor or GitHub Copilot? I’d love to know what works and what doesn’t… “I think we are doing very well through this moment” After spending time with Google executives during the company’s I/O conference in May, it was clear

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AI referrals to top websites were up 357% year-over-year in June, reaching 1.13B

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2025-12-31 05:11:08

AI referrals to websites still have a way to go to catch up to the traffic that Google Search provides, but they’re growing quickly. According to new data from market intelligence provider Similarweb, AI platforms in June generated over 1.13 billion referrals to the top 1,000 websites globally, a figure that’s up 357% since June 2024. However, Google Search still accounts for the majority of traffic to these sites, accounting for 191 billion referrals during the same period of June 2025. One p

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Google is making a helpful change to Fast Pair UI for TWS earbuds (Update: Rolling out in beta)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-31 10:08:41

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is updating the Fast Pair notification UI for TWS earbuds to make battery status easier to read at a glance. The redesigned notifications include circular battery progress bars, repositioned battery icons, and clear labels for each component. Battery changes trigger color changes for the new progress bars for a better visual impact. Update, July 25, 2025 (3:08 PM ET): Just a few days after we first spotted Google’s work on this handy UI update

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Google Maps brings music controls back, but the fix isn’t perfect

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-01 00:00:56

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Media playback controls are back in Google Maps. Google confirmed earlier this week that the disappearance was a bug. The fix is likely being issued as a server-side update. Google Maps has long had media playback controls to minimize distractions when navigating. However, earlier this week, those controls suddenly disappeared without warning. Now it appears Google has brought the controls back. After reports started coming in about the missing playb

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Google's new AI tool Opal turns prompts into apps, no coding required

zdnet.com Webb Wright 2026-01-01 00:41:07

MR.Cole_Photographer/Getty Historically, building an app required an intimate understanding of the intricacies of writing code. Thanks to AI, those days are over. Google unveiled Opal, an experimental tool out of Google Labs that allows developers to create apps using natural language prompts and interactive visual aids, Thursday. Opal harnesses a suite of Google's proprietary AI models to help users create various visual assets for their apps. Gemini 2.5 can assist with the written copy for a

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Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Watch 4 Leaks Just Spoiled Google’s Whole Party

gizmodo.com James Pero 2026-01-01 00:06:00

The faucet for Google leaks is on, and no one is home. After Google’s Pixel 10 was leaked by Google itself, and then the whole Pixel 10 family on top of that, we’re now getting an alleged look at the rest of the previously unconfirmed products from reputable gadget leaker Evan Blass. These particular leaks include images of not only Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 but also its next smartwatch, the Pixel Watch 4. Sorry, Google, looks like the whole cat is now out of the bag. While there’s nothing part

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This Pixel 10 series leak is one giant leap for Moonstone color coordination

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-01 00:24:04

Google TL;DR Good-quality unwatermarked renders show off Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel Buds 2a, and Pixel Watch 4 before their official unveiling. The shared “Moonstone” color theme suggests a unified design language across Google’s upcoming hardware lineup. The Pixel 10 series launch is scheduled for August 20, 2025. In the run-up to the launch, we’ve been treated to a ton of leaks, some even coming directly from Google. If you’re yearning for a clean look at the upcoming phones, a ne

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Your next Pixel update could make it easier to check your Now Playing history (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-01 10:57:04

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has been testing several changes to the Pixel’s Now Playing feature. With the latest Android Canary build, we managed to activate a dedicated app drawer icon for the Now Playing feature. The app icon takes users to the Now Playing history page within the Android System Intelligence app. We’ve recently spotted Google working on several changes related to the Now Playing functionality available on Pixel devices. Users will soon be able to add a Now

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Google's shortened goo.gl links will stop working next month

news.ycombinator.com Emma Roth 2026-01-01 10:25:30

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Google will officially deprecate links generated with its URL shortening tool next month. On August 25th, 2025, all links in the “https://goo.gl/*” format will no longer work and return a 404 error message. Google shut down its URL shortener in 2019, citing “changes we’ve seen in how people find content on the internet.” Links created with the tool

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iOS 26 envy? 5 iPhone features you can already use on your Android (Samsung included)

zdnet.com Jason Howell 2026-01-01 15:55:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Apple's WWDC annual developer conference in June signaled the first major redesign of iOS since 2013, with flashy demos of iOS 26's Liquid Glass design and AI-driven features. Apple sometimes takes its time bringing features to its many surfaces, but when it does, it's often a highly polished and well-considered take on a familiar theme. With the public beta release of iOS 26 this week, let's unpack a few ways where Apple's software is catching up, and how it stacks up against

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How to sync passkeys in Chrome across your PC, Mac, iPhone, or Android

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2026-01-01 15:58:04

Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Passkeys promise to replace passwords as a more secure and convenient login method. But they still have a way to go before fulfilling that promise. That's because passkeys are often way too difficult to set up on one device, let alone all the devices you use. The industry itself offers no standard or consistent method to save and store passkeys, so each company has cobbled together its own process, which may or may not work. Also: Passkeys won't be

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Google is fixing Meet’s messy invitations on Android (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-01 20:00:26

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a simpler method to add new people to an ongoing call in Meet for Android. It could replace the current method, which involves sharing the call link with people. With the new functionality, you would be able to invite contacts by using their email addresses or phone numbers. It’s been a few years since Google Meet was merged with Duo for a more integrated video calling experience on mobile. While the new app has many exciting fea

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Why I love (and hate) the Pixel Watch 4’s utterly bizarre new charger

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-02 04:30:30

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority A leaked render surfaced yesterday showing the upcoming Google Pixel Watch 4’s new charging mechanism, and it’s safe to say that it received a lot of gut reactions from us here at Android Authority. From “… interesting,” to “I strongly dislike that,” to a clear “I hate this,” my colleagues’ thoughts weren’t all that positive, but I took one look at it and… liked it?! I guess. There’s no denying that the contraption looks bizarre and unlike most smartwatch cha

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Why I am a Pixel guy

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-02 06:00:09

I’ve been an Android guy for 15 years. Fun fact: I have never owned an iPhone. I’ve been on Team Android since day one, and over that decade and a half, I’ve used phones from nearly every major brand you can think of — Samsung, LG, OnePlus, and more. But for the past few years, I’ve been all-in on one brand: Google Pixel. My current daily driver is the Google Pixel 9 Pro, and whenever I need to use another phone for work, I immediately find myself missing it. But what is it about this phone, an

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Google is testing a vibe-coding app called Opal

techcrunch.com Ivan Mehta 2026-01-02 06:22:51

AI-powered coding tools have become so popular over the past few months that almost every major tech company is either using one or making its own. Makers of these so-called “vibe-coding” tools are a hot commodity at the moment, with startups like Lovable and Cursor fending off buyers and investors keen to tap a hot trend. Google’s now become the latest to hop on this bandwagon: the company is testing a vibe-coding tool called Opal, available to users in the U.S. through Google Labs, which the

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Google spoofed via DKIM replay attack: A technical breakdown

news.ycombinator.com Gerasim Hovhannisyan 2026-01-02 05:28:40

This morning started with a call from a friend – clearly shaken. He had just received an alarming email that looked strikingly legitimate. Unsure whether it was safe or a scam, he reached out to me for help verifying its authenticity. What followed was a deep dive into the message to determine whether it was a genuine communication or a cleverly crafted phishing attempt. The email was convincing enough to create real concern, and that’s what makes this story worth sharing. This was the email:

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Ask HN: What is so good about MCP servers?

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-02 06:23:43

So I've been vibe coding full time for a few weeks now, but I can't yet understand what is so good or worthwhile about MCP servers versus just prompting, RAG style. Can you help enlighten me? Thank you in advance for any replies!

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Google Search is testing something a bit different from its wall of blue links

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-02 20:09:41

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A new Google Web Guide feature uses AI to sort search results into categories. It’s part of Search Labs and is now available under the Web tab for opted-in users. The feature could expand to other parts of Search as testing progresses. Ever feel like your search results are just a wall of blue links in a random order? Google’s all-knowing algorithm already tried to feed you the most relevant links, but now it may be going one step further in categori

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Google’s second Android Canary release is already out for Pixel devices

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-03 00:33:48

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Google announced its Android Canary testing program earlier this month. Testers get access to cutting-edge features that still may not be stable enough for regular use. Today Google shares that its second Android Canary release is now available. Two weeks ago, Google introduced a new track for Android testing, as it expanded its existing Android Beta program to also begin offering Android Canary builds. Representing Google’s very latest, still very muc

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Google will use AI to organize search results with Web Guide

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-03 05:11:35

Google's latest AI adventure is a new option for search. Web Guide is a new way that Google will organize search results based on analysis by a dedicated version of its Gemini artificial intelligence tool. The claim in the announcement is that AI can help surface the most relevant content, but it could also be a new way for Google to control what websites get prime billing in results. In the graphic shared alongside the blog post announcing this Search Labs experiment, the company showed cluste

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The Pixel Watch 4 might charge via a wireless charging stand

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-03 05:36:21

The Pixel Watch 4 could use an entirely different charging system when its officially announced in a few weeks, according to leaked renders from Android Headlines. Rather than charging through fiddly pogo pins like past Pixel Watches, the renders suggest Google might finally adopt a simpler form of wireless charging. The renders show the new Pixel Watch charging in a stand on its side, while displaying the current charge, the time and an upcoming alarm, not unlike an Apple Watch. The stand repo

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Google’s new “Web Guide” will use AI to organize your search results

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-01-03 05:51:17

Search is changing at a breakneck pace, with Google rolling out new AI features so quickly it can be hard to keep up. So far, these AI implementations are being offered in addition to the traditional search experience. However, Google is now offering a sneak peek at how it may use AI to change the good old-fashioned list of blue links. The company says its new Web Guide feature is being developed to "intelligently organize" the results page, and you can try it now, if you dare. Many Google sear

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Google’s new Web Guide search experiment organizes results with AI

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2026-01-03 02:58:41

Google on Thursday is launching a new AI-powered feature called Web Guide for organizing Google Search results. Web Guide is a Search Labs experiment that leverages AI technology to organize the search results page by grouping pages related to specific aspects of the search query. Search Labs experiments are a way for Google to test out new ideas by letting users opt in to those they find interesting. The experiments can be turned on or off at any time and include things like Google’s AI Mode,

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‘Ok Google, turn on the lights’ is mysteriously broken for many users right now

What went wrong for Yahoo

Google makes great apps, but these aren’t it if you ask me

These $130 Asus Gaming Headphones Get Almost Everything Right

Google in 1999: Search engines escape the portal matrix

Google Maps crashes keeping you from planning a route home? You’re far from alone

Fresh Pixel 10 leak shows off the series in more than just Moonstone

Google gets its swag back

AI referrals to top websites were up 357% year-over-year in June, reaching 1.13B

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This Pixel 10 series leak is one giant leap for Moonstone color coordination

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Google's shortened goo.gl links will stop working next month

iOS 26 envy? 5 iPhone features you can already use on your Android (Samsung included)

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Why I love (and hate) the Pixel Watch 4’s utterly bizarre new charger

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The Pixel Watch 4 might charge via a wireless charging stand

Google’s new “Web Guide” will use AI to organize your search results

Google’s new Web Guide search experiment organizes results with AI

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