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Google’s Android Moves: Deals, Bugs, and a Platform Pivot

A rundown of fresh Android app discounts, Pixel 11 beta rollout, Meet hardware shift to Android, and new AI tools amid a Play Store crackdown.

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Pixel 8 gets 7‑year support, Samsung extends Android updates

Google promises seven years of OS and security updates for Pixel 8, while Samsung now offers four years of security patches, reshaping the Android update race.

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Google’s Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 Arrives as Pixel Support

Google rolls out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4, clarifies Pixel update deadlines, and pushes Android 11 to a broader set of devices.

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Google rolls out Linux Terminal

Google adds a native Linux Terminal to Pixel, refreshes Clock and Magnifier icons, but a January 2026 update breaks Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth on flagship devices.

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Google rolls out Pixel 11 upgrades, Quick Share tap mode

Google adds tap-to-share to Quick Share, launches Pixel 11 with higher price, 256 GB storage, Extreme Charging, and health upgrades for its Watch 5.

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Google’s hardware hustle: colors, GPUs, and a shift to laptops

Leaks, retail friction, and a cancelled tablet reveal how Google’s hardware strategy is evolving amid new Pixel launches.

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Google commits 7 years to Pixel 8 updates

Google pledges seven years of updates for Pixel 8, while Samsung offers four years of security patches across 130 models, reshaping Android's update landscape.

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Walmart's Google TV Streamers Launch

Google refines voice typing, overhauls app designs, and partners with Walmart as smart home updates spark mixed reactions.