Waze vs. Google Maps: I compared two of the best navigation apps, and this one wins easily

A quick Google search will surface article after article claiming that Waze is far better than Google Maps. But is that ...

I ditched Google Maps for this free alternative that doesn't track me - or drain my battery

ZDNET's key takeaways Privacy-first: no tracking or data collection.Offline maps and turn-by-turn directions save ...
9to5google

New Google Home logo surfaces on iOS with a bit of Gemini flair [Gallery]

Google has been teasing the debut of Gemini for Google Home for an October 1 unveiling, and now a refreshed Google Home logo has also surfaced. Earlier this year, Google acknowledged the ongoing ...
Android Authority

Google Home's major redesign is already rolling out, but not on Android

The redesigned Google Home app seems to have started rolling out on iOS. An iPhone 16 Pro Max user posted screenshots of the app’s new UI, complete with Gemini, the new layout, and the “Ask Home” ...
Android Police

Google brings Gemini to Drive on Android and iOS for smarter file summaries

Jay primarily writes news and deals posts for Android Police. Before joining AP, he spent the past several years yammering on about the crazy world of Android for various tech outlets. Besides ...
9to5google

Gemini rolling out to Google Drive for Android, iOS

Following Gmail and Docs, Gemini is coming to Google Drive for Android and iOS. This integration lets users “ask questions about their files and folders and receive conversational responses.” Gemini ...
The New York Times

How to Give Your Older Phone New Software Powers

Don’t have the latest A.I.-powered model? There are still plenty of new features in Apple’s iOS 26 and Google’s Android 16 to make your own. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer has been writing ...
autoevolution

Google Maps Rival Gets New Update To Look Good on iOS 26

Apple has recently shipped iOS 26, and as most people know already, it includes a massive UI overhaul that users worldwide have received with mixed feelings. Liquid Glass represents a major visual ...

Google | Page 4

Why accurate local listings are crucial for business success — and how to avoid the pitfalls of outdated information.
CNET

Keep Your Memories Out of the Cloud: There's a Better Way to Store Photos and Videos

In 2015, Google Photos was the hero we all needed. They promised us free, unlimited storage for every photo and video, a digital Fort Knox for our memories. It was perfect: My entire life's photo ...

Perplexity AI beats Arattai and ChatGPT to become the most downloaded app on Android and ...

Perplexity AI has topped both Google Play Store and Apple App Store charts across categories in India, surpassing ChatGPT and ...
Android Police

Google Home's AI revamp rolls out early, but only on Android's biggest competitor

Chris has reported for various tech and consumer goods outlets over the past decade, including Android Police and MakeUseOf since early 2022. Previously, he has contributed to outlets such as ...