Google TV is preparing for some big updates in 2025, with Gemini in the pipeline as well as new presence sensing in certain TVs which really opens the door to a whole new way to use your TV.

Following the last update in December, Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2.1 is rolling out to Pixel devices. It addresses some of the bugs that testers have encountered.

This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app price drops is now ready to go. Alongside our updated collection of the most interesting new gear from CES 2025, we are also tracking a massive $400 price drop on Google Pixel 8 Pro alongside this Samsung Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker launch promotion, and a new all-time low on Lenovo’s latest Chromebook Duet 11. But for now it’s all about the apps, including titles like Secret of Mana, Adventures of Mana, Legend of Mana, Trials of Mana, Chicken Police, SpongeBob – The Cosmic Shake, and more. Head below for a closer look. 

Google today announced a “Supporters of Chromium-based Browsers” initiative in partnership with The Linux Foundation, while detailing its contributions to the open-source browser project.

All of the best and most interesting to new gear from CES 2025 is being collected for you right here. The latest in smart home advancements and display tech to the suite of AI features seemingly getting injected into just about all of it, and everything in between, we will be rounding up the most intriguing new reveals and prototypes as well as products you’ll actually be able to get your hands-on this year down below.

There’s still time to lock-in the FREE $50 reserve credit on the upcoming Galaxy S25, but there’s some big-time deals to scope out today as well. We now have a massive $400 price drop on the unlocked Google Pixel 8 Pro at Amazon, joining today’s launch offer on the Galaxy A16 smartphone and Galaxy Fit3 wearable fitness tracker as well as a new all-time low on Lenovo’s latest Chromebook Duet 11 tablet with keyboard at $259. Those offers join a solid discount on the already affordable CMF Buds Pro 2 as well as a host of charging and accessory deals too. Scope them all out down below. 

Since 2018, Yaber has been one of the pioneers of the portable, affordable home cinema projector revolution. This continues again in 2025 with yet more excited entertainment options to suit your setup, surroundings, and most importantly your budget.

Samsung Unpacked is just over a week away, and leaks are still coming out even during the company’s free Galaxy Reserve event. This time, it’s Samsung’s official wallpapers before they roll out on the Galaxy S25 series itself.

Following its debut earlier this week, the OnePlus 13 is available for purchase with the perk of free earbuds or a magnetic case with your purchase, as well as doubled storage.

GeForce Now is finally bringing Marvel Rivals to the cloud to celebrate the first season in-game. The new title will be available to play soon, following some exciting announcements from Nvidia regarding GeForce Now on more devices.

The Lenovo Legion Tab turned out to be a highlight of CES 2025, bringing one of the first new small, but powerful Android tablets in years. If you’re keen to check it out, the Legion Tab is already shipping to customers, and as an added bonus, it comes with a free case.

As 2025 gets underway, CEO Sundar Pichai reiterated to Googlers how the next few months will see new AI products and features.

Google is rolling out a redesign of the Pixel Phone app’s in-call UI that gives more prominence to Call Notes and Audio Emoji.

Despite the big Material You redesign happening in 2022, the Google Home app did not adopt Dynamic Color, though that’s finally changing.

We have hit the mid point of the week and we also have a fresh batch of discounted Android apps to check out down below. Alongside the Google Play offers and the strings-attached FREE $50 credit ahead of this month’s Galaxy S25 debut, you’ll also want to scope out the deals we have on the flagship Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Earbuds as well as OnePlus 13 at $100 off with a FREE $230 smartwatch or a FREE $100 Best Buy gift card. But for now it’s on to the apps, including titles like MONOPOLY, Psychofunk, OK Golf, Water Tracker, and more. Head below for a closer look. 

In addition to your phone, Nest smart devices, and Nest display/speakers, Google Home’s presence sensing feature, which aids Home & Away status and Routines, is now testing the ability to use “smart media devices.” 

The CES 2025 reveals continue today, alongside early deals on Anker’s all-new display-equipped 140W wall charger and power bank, but there’s more at the ready. Alongside the FREE $50 reserve credit on the upcoming Galaxy S25 and the $100 credit on upcoming smart TVs from Samsung, we also have the return of $300 discounts on its wonderful M8 (M80D) Smart Monitor as well as a massive price drop on the flagship Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Earbuds at $120 off. We also tracking some major launch deals on the new OnePlus 13 at $100 off with a FREE $230 smartwatch or a FREE $100 Best Buy gift card, as you might know from our launch coverage. All of that joins a host of charging gear and additional tech accessories down below. 

Google is kicking off a new experiment in Search Labs today called “Daily Listen.” It’s a bit like NotebookLM’s Audio Overviews, while there are also podcast parallels.

While there are lots of new and upcoming phones vying for your hard-earned money, you can get some serious bang for your buck by buying a slightly older phone at a substantially discounted price. With that in mind, a renewed Pixel 8 Pro is an absolute steal at Amazon.

Google is slowly moving its products from Google Assistant to Gemini, with the latest example surfacing in the form of Gemini on Android Auto.