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A Google Pixel with a silicon-carbon battery could be in the cards

A Google Pixel with a silicon-carbon battery is reportedly in the cards; the only thing we're wondering is how long we would have to wait.

Android Central · Aug 13

Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows

Investors have been closely watching for Gemini 3.5 Pro, Google's premium model, as a test of whether its DeepMind AI unit can keep pace with rivals Anthropic ‌and OpenAI. Google had ⁠said ⁠in July Gemini 3.5 Pro was being tested with partners and would be coming "soon".

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Google should have gone the GTA 6 route with its Pixel 11 show; instead, we got the Trevor Noah cringe fest

Google's Pixel event was an incredibly awkward show that happened 8 hours after the phones were launched. And here's why it didn't really work, but could have, and why following Rockstar's strategy with GTA 6 might have been a better move.

Android Central · Aug 13

Your Pixel Watch 4 just got a cool new feature that can detect if you stop breathing and call for help automatically

One of the Pixel Watch 5’s most interesting new health features isn’t exclusive to Google’s latest smartwatch

T3 · Aug 13

The Pixel 11 is available to pre-order, but you probably shouldn't right now — here's why

Paying full price for a Pixel phone feels more and more like choosing to be ripped off. Here's why you should wait before buying a Pixel 11.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 13

You Are So Vain! Study Reveals the U.S. States Where Men Are Most Obsessed With Their Appearance

Men in Nevada, Colorado and California appear to be the most concerned about their appearance, according to a new nationwide study that analyzed online behavior, access to cosmetic services and fitness resources across the United States.

Latin Times · Aug 13

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are getting a free update with 4 new features, announced quietly alongside Pixel 11 phones at the Made By Google event — including a new way to use Gemini

The Pixel Buds Pro 3 are nowhere to be seen, but Google has spent its energy adding some new features to its existing earbuds alongside new handsets

TechRadar · Aug 13

Microsoft retreats in China, but AI boom helps it keep a window open

The year was 2010 and Google was about to exit due to concerns over censorship and cyberattacks. That decision was lauded by democracy activists, but not Bill Gates and Microsoft's then-CEO Steve Ballmer, who ​suggested Google was overreacting. In the past five years, however, at least 15 Microsoft branch offices…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Google Search Result Falsely Declares Sam Altman Dead After Wikipedia Page Is Vandalised

Google Search briefly displayed a false death notice for OpenAI CEO Sam Altman due to a vandalised Wikipedia page. The error was quickly corrected after users flagged the misinformation.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Not thrilled by the new Google Pixel Watch 5? Here are 3 Android smartwatches we recommend instead, based on our own testing data

We've picked out three rugged, stylish and cheaper Wear OS alternatives if you don't want the Pixel Watch 5.

TechRadar · Aug 13