Pixel 11 specs leak reveals what upgrades to expect — and some concerning downgrades Pixel 11 specs have now leaked, and there's a lot to digest — including some surprise downgrades Tom’s Guide · May 5
I tried Android 17 and these are the 5 new changes worth paying attention to Android 17 introduces several useful new features, including app bubbles and improved screen recording. Tom’s Guide · May 5
If your Pixel Buds ANC toggle is vanishing on you, you're not alone Google Pixel Buds users are struggling with vanishing features when interacting with certain menus on their devices. Android Central · May 5
Change Your Gmail ID Without Losing Data (Secret Trick) What if your email ID is quietly holding you back? That username you created years ago may have felt fun then, but today it no longer reflects who you are. In professional spaces, even small details shape first impressions and your email is one of them. So you think about… MyLifeXP · May 5
Three years of DMA: is it really 'fit for purpose'? On 28 April, the European Commission's first formal review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found it “fit for purpose”, noting its positive impact on consumers and competition. The Parliament calls for fast-tracking stronger enforcement amid external pushback. Euronews · May 5
Google DeepMind workers in UK vote to unionize amid deal with US military Exclusive: Worker pointed to Iran war and Pentagon’s Anthropic feud as indications the department is ‘not a responsible partner’ The Guardian - US · May 5
Google Brushes Off Staff Revolt Over 'Proudly' Signing Trump Pentagon AI Deal Google's AI partnership with the Pentagon has sparked dissent, with employees fearing misuse in military operations amid ethical concerns over AI's role in defense. International Business Times UK · May 5
Canadian fiddler sues Google after AI Overview wrongly claimed he was a sex offender Ashley MacIsaac, who is seeking $1.5m in civil lawsuit, says inaccurate information led to concert cancellation The Guardian - AU · May 5
Big tech wants to punish Australia over Albanese’s media bargaining code – and Trump might be inclined to listen The president’s contempt for the media is explosive and his ‘disappointment’ with Australia apparent. For Meta, Google and Oracle, it’s a powerful combination The Guardian - AU · May 5
Google brushes off employee complaints and says it is ‘proud’ to work with Trump’s Pentagon, report says Hundreds of Google employees sent an open letter to the company’s leadership about the Pentagon deal, warning of military AI’s potential for ‘unethical and dangerous uses’ The Independent UK · May 4
Why some AI tools are being banned by the US government — and what it means for you Some AI tools could soon be banned in the U.S. Here’s what’s changing, why it matters, and how it could impact the tools you use every day. Tom’s Guide · May 4
5 Signs You're Invisible in AI Search (And What To Do About It) Soarion specializes in AI search visibility, helping mid-sized companies earn citations and referral traffic from the platforms their customers already use. International Business Times · May 4
Gen Z hate AI? The Musk vs Altman trial heats up, OpenAI phone rumors buzz and more of the week’s most surprising developments This week, AI is all about Elon Musk's ongoing feud with OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman. TechRadar · May 4
These Pixel 11 series leaks are huge, and so is this 'Pixel Glow' design rumor A major Pixel 11 series leak suggested the specifications Google might provide consumers, alongside huge "Pixel Glow" design details. Android Central · May 4
MarketBeat · May 4 Big-Tech Earnings: Google and Meta's Results Support Broadcom's Outlook Google and Meta Platforms are two of Broadcom's top AI chip partners. Their financials and earnings remarks add fuel to Broadcom's fire.
The Guardian - UK · May 4 AI platforms reference Nigel Farage more than other leaders when prompted on UK politics, study shows Reform UK is ‘doing something right when it comes to visibility’ on multiple AI systems, say researchers
The Mary Sue · May 4 Arizona woman’s date starts off great—and ends up with her date in handcuffs and her Googling how to reverse a G-Wagon: ‘Why would you bail him out?’ An Arizona woman thought she was in for a night of being wined and dined. Instead, her seemingly perfect date ended at a police station, where she found herself trying to bail him out.
Windows Central · May 4 To save Xbox, Asha Sharma doesn't have to defeat PlayStation or Steam — she has to defeat Microsoft itself. Xbox’s future hinges on Asha Sharma, whose biggest challenge isn’t PlayStation or Steam, but transforming Microsoft’s own culture to save the brand.
MarketBeat · May 4 5 Mega-Cap Stocks That Beat Q1 2026 Earnings and Are Still Climbing Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Qualcomm, and Caterpillar all topped Q1 2026 estimates, with standout results in cloud, AI infrastructure, and automotive revenue growth.
TechRadar · May 4 I'm a Google Maps power user — here are 10 tips and features I can't live without After using Google's popular mapping app for the best part of two decades, I've learned a thing or two — here are my top tips and features.
Reason · May 4 Posting Video of 10-Year-Old Hockey Player's "Tantrum" Isn't Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress In Mufarreh v. Google, Inc., decided Friday by the Illinois Appellate Court (Justice Raymond Mitchell, joined by Justices Sharon Oden-Johnson… The post Posting Video of 10-Year-Old Hockey Player's "Tantrum" Isn't Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress appeared first on Reason.com.
TechRadar · May 4 Forget Whoop, Apple, Garmin, and all the rest — when it comes to lifting weights, I've never found a better solution than a spreadsheet As a fitness tech editor, I can personally attest that all the fitness gadgets in the world can't replace a spreadsheet when it comes to logging weight training.
Barchart · May 4 Alphabet Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings Alphabet has outpaced the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain strongly bullish on its outlook.
Android Central · May 4 Google finally explains why the AICore app is eating up your storage AICore stores multiple AI model versions temporarily to prevent update failures.
Euronews · May 4 Anthropic in talks to secure UK-based Fractile AI chips and diversify supply Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to procure high-performance AI chips from Fractile, a London-based start-up. The agreement aims to diversify the hardware supply chain of the Claude creator, namely away from Nvidia.