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1. Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps · Software & updates

   Gemini arrives on Apple CarPlay

   Google has rolled out Gemini to Apple CarPlay. With Gemini Live, drivers can hold back-and-forth conversations, for example to catch up on unread emails or ask when their next appointment starts.

   Full story at AppleInsider ↗
2. Operating systems · Smartphones & apps · Programming & dev tools

   Google releases Android 17 QPR2 for Pixels

   Android 17 QPR2 was released alongside the November Pixel Feature Drop. It brings deeper color and wallpaper customization, new developer APIs for backdrop blur and frosted glass effects, and new status bar, notification and Quick Settings controls.

   Full story at Droid Life ↗
3. Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware

   Pixel Watch now guides users through workouts

   Google offers live workout guidance on the Pixel Watch. Users can follow custom routines and track reps directly on the wrist.

   Full story at blog.google ↗
4. Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps

   Gemini app launches on Apple CarPlay

   Google is rolling out a standalone Gemini app with Gemini Live to Apple CarPlay worldwide. Users need the latest Gemini app on their iPhone and must have used Gemini Live at least once.

   Full story at Android Authority ↗
5. Operating systems · Smartphones & apps

   Google releases Android 17 QPR2 early

   Android 17 QPR2 rolled out a month ahead of schedule, starting with supported Pixel devices. The update includes more than bug fixes, with some features currently Pixel-exclusive.

   Full story at Android Central ↗
6. Smartphones & apps · Software & updates

   Pixel Watch gets its own November feature drop

   Google's November Pixel Feature Drop also brings new features to Pixel Watch models. Step-by-step workouts with rep and weight tracking are now available on Pixel Watch 3 and newer.

   Full story at Droid Life ↗
7. Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps

   Google expands Gemini Intelligence to more devices

   Google is rolling out new Gemini Intelligence features to a wider range of devices. The expanded capabilities aim to let users do more directly through their devices.

   Full story at blog.google ↗
8. Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps

   Gemini is now available on Apple CarPlay

   Google says Gemini is now available on Apple CarPlay. The short post gives no further details.

   Full story at blog.google ↗
9. Cybersecurity · Operating systems · Smartphones & apps

   Binance warns of an unpatched iOS vulnerability

   Binance is warning iPhone users about an iOS flaw that could let a malicious app steal data from other apps. According to the report, multiple iOS versions are affected, and no patch is mentioned.

   Full story at AppleInsider ↗
10. Operating systems · Smartphones & apps

    Google rolls out November Pixel update

    Google has started rolling out its November 2026 Pixel update, based on Android 17 QPR2. It brings more than 12 features to phones and smartwatches, with a focus on Gemini.

    Full story at Gizchina.com ↗

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