Google Pixel owners continue to report battery drain issues with May update

If your Pixel’s battery doesn’t seem to last as long following the May 2025 update from Google, you’re not alone.
more…If your Pixel’s battery doesn’t seem to last as long following the May 2025 update from Google, you’re not alone.
more…This afternoon’s collection of Android game and app deals courtesy of Google Play is waiting for you below. Both Best Buy and Amazon have now launched Memorial Day sales a full week ahead of time, and we also spotted some notable price drops on a range of gear from across the Androidverse – Nothing Ear, $80 off all Galaxy Watch 7 with a FREE $50 to $70 extra band, the originally $350 Pixel Watch 2 for $150, and Google Pixel 9/Pro devices at up to $300 off. As for the apps, highlights include Conquistadorio, Sadhana, Homo Machina, Super Onion Boy 2, and more. Head below for a closer look.
more…After showing up at random for the past few weeks, Walmart has unceremoniously released the Onn 4K Plus, its $30 Google TV streaming device that acts as a perfect Chromecast replacement.
more…The iconic Alert Slider is dead, and OnePlus is now replacing it with the “Plus Key” and it all looks pretty familiar.
more…Motorola has just announced pricing for its new smartwatch, the Moto Watch Fit, and it’s not particularly cheap.
more…Nomad has just updated its slim USB-C charging brick with much faster 100W speeds, allowing for an easy-to-carry, but still insanely powerful charger.
more…With the Galaxy S25 Edge and full lineup released, the Galaxy S25 FE is starting to rear its head. According to new leaks, the Galaxy S25 FE camera array may offer little change, sticking with a similar telephoto camera to last year’s model.
more…As previewed earlier this month, Google today released the NotebookLM app for Android and iOS ahead of I/O 2025.
more…According to a new report, Samsung is bringing hinge upgrades to its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and “tri-fold” device, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will sit out.
more…Both Amazon and Best Buy have now launched Memorial Day sales and we have plenty of notable deals to scope out this morning. Firstly, the Google Mother’s Day pricing on the unlocked Pixel 9/Pro and 9 Pro Fold are back at up to $300 off alongside the $150 deal price on Pixel Watch 2 and the latest Google Nest Thermostat (4th Gen) down at $240 (open-box units are up to $98 off). Next we have $80 off Galaxy Watch 7 models with a FREE $50 to $70 extra band and even more waiting down below.
more…As announced at The Android Show: I/O Edition last week, Google is more widely rolling out the “Find Hub” update that rebrands “Find My Device.”
more…The Tab Search tool in Google Chrome – frequented by users with way too much RAM – is getting a new dedicated button. The tool lets Chrome users search open and closed tabs by keyword, making for an easier time sifting through active pages.
more…OnePlus is teasing the upcoming launch of the OnePlus Pad 3 which is said to come with some software updates such as a new Open Canvas upgrade and some form of iOS integration.
more…Following a prompt bar redesign, as well as model picker simplification, on Android and iOS over the weekend, the Gemini app is beginning to roll out chat search.
more…Qualcomm has confirmed that its next big event to launch the second-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite and other new products will be happening in late September, ahead of schedule yet again.
more…In 2024, Google Wallet introduced a “verify it’s you” requirement a few minutes after phone unlock, and now appears to be extending that beyond payments to opening the entire Android app.
more…The “Find My Device” network has suffered from bad branding long enough. That’s why I was glad to see the transition over to “Find Hub” this week, but I think Google still has one more pillar to take care of, and that’s offering better AirTag competitors for Android users.
more…At the end of this month, Google Store Domain Northside in Austin, Texas will open as the company’s seventh retail location in the US.
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