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November Pixel Drop brings Gemini Intelligence to Pixel 10
Google presents its November Pixel Drop. It includes Gemini Intelligence on Pixel 10, HiLight alerts for Google Messages and more features.
Full story at blog.google ↗ - Chips & hardware · Smartphones & apps
Google's Pixel Tag tracker is now on sale
The Pixel Tag went on sale on November 11, months after it was unveiled. It uses the Find Hub network, has an IP67 rating and costs $29, or $99 for a four-pack.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Cybersecurity
Nintendo ends sign-in with linked Apple accounts
From January 26, 2027, linked Google or Apple accounts can no longer be used to sign in to a Nintendo Account. New accounts cannot be created that way either; a Passkey is named as an alternative.
Full story at AppleInsider ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Operating systems
Google rolls out November Pixel Feature Drop
The November Pixel Feature Drop brings Create My Widget, new icon styles and support for the new Pixel Tag hardware. Many features reach back to the Pixel 6a.
Full story at Droid Life ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Operating systems
Pixel Search expands to older Pixel phones
The Pixel Search app, launched with the Pixel 11, now reaches Pixel 6 and newer. It searches files, photos, calendar entries and more using natural language.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Artificial intelligence · Software & updates
Google adds new tools to Calculator
The November drop brings Pixel Solver and Unit Conversion to Google's Calculator. Pixel Solver on Pixel 11 uses AI to guide users through math problems, and conversion also supports exchange rates.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps · Software & updates
Spotify adds nine new voices to its AI DJ
Spotify is adding nine new voice presenters in English and Spanish, with American, British, Irish, Australian and Indian accents. Users can also switch off commentary between songs.
Full story at Android Central ↗
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