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Published Mar 7, 2026, 11:30 AM EST Chris Hachey is a contributor for MakeUseOf with years of experience covering consumer tech. He has been published on XDA-developers.com, Pocket-lint.com, BGR.com, and other tech sites. He is passionate about finding great deals on tech, testing out new consumer electronics, and sharing his insights…

As we previously spotted, Google Messages is adding a new “Tap to Draft” behavior that saves you from accidental Smart Replies. Going to Messages Settings > Suggestions reveals a new preference beneath Smart Reply. The description to the left of the toggle is the current behavior. (It would benefit from…

Elena Uve/Getty Images Sideloading has always felt like something of a guarantee with Android. In fact, some argue it's one of the primary appeals of using Android over other operating systems — a sentiment even Google seems to agree with. However, last year Google announced it would be making big…

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Soon after Google gave us our first glimpse of the Pixel 10a, it attracted plenty of heat. Looks identical to its predecessor. A no-upgrade chip situation. A similar status for the camera. And display. And battery. That’s a lot to take in.   It’s almost as if Google pulled an Apple.…

Adam Doud/SlashGear When Google launched the Pixel 10a, people immediately started drawing parallels with the Pixel 9a. Many of the same specifications are still here including the processor, camera sensors, and the overall design. On the face of it, this seems less like a Pixel 10a, and more like a…

As we previously reported, Google Maps is now rolling out a new gradient icon on Android and iOS. This new icon is still a pin, but the shape has been modernized. The top ring is noticeably thinner, while the inner circle is significantly larger. Google has gotten rid of the…

Google has rolled out a fresh set of updates to the Google Home app, adding new automation triggers, expanded Nest lock controls and improvements to its Gemini-powered voice assistant. The changes are being released in phases, with some features limited to early access or gradual roll-outs. Here’s a breakdown of…