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These 5 overlooked Google Clock app features helped me quit bedtime doomscrolling to get more sleep

Research shows that one hour of screentime in bed increases your risk of insomnia by 59%. The Google Clock app acts as a hub for 5 key features that fixed my bedtime doomscrolling habit to help me get more sleep.

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Google Pixel voicemail finally lets you record custom greetings in a new beta

Take a Message is finally replacing the Google Assistant greeting with custom ones in the latest beta.

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"Google Assistant has become unusable" on Android Auto – but the future still looks bright

The slow roll-out of Gemini on Android Auto has resulted in a downgraded experience... for now

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Android Auto users complain about broken Google Assistant, as the slow Gemini rollout continues

Many users are still waiting for Gemini to arrive on Android Auto, while finding that Google Assistant is giving up.

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Epson’s 2026 projectors are getting a Google TV with Gemini upgrade

Gemini moves into home projection to replace Google Assistant, with Epson's Lifestudio models getting it first

Gemini continues pushing out Google Assistant in a steady rebrand effort

Google is pushing Gemini in more places, wiping the old Assistant branding right out of the Android UI.

Android Central

I tested the new Gemini app on my Galaxy Watch 8, and it's close to excellent

Gemini has already surpassed Google Assistant on Android watches for understanding and acting on your commands. Now it just needs some fine-tuning.

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Gemini on Android can now identify songs — but there’s a catch

Google’s Gemini chatbot can now identify songs on Android — but it’s not as seamless as Google Assistant.

Tom’s Guide

Google officially killed Driving Mode after stripping most of its features in 2024

Google Assistant is slowly being cast aside in favor of Gemini, and many features are gone forever as part of the move.

Android Central

Google Pixel 9a review live — test results, camera samples and iPhone 16e comparisons

Get to know more about Google's latest budget phone

Tom’s Guide

A Google Assistant bug seems to be causing some users to miss alarms and calls on Android

Users are reporting that Do Not Disturb isn't correctly set through Google Assistant on Android phones.

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The switch from Google Assistant to Gemini might kill Nest speakers and displays

Google Nest products have historically been low-powered, affordable smart home devices. If Google Assistant is ditched for Gemini, they'll be changed forever.

Android Central

Google is dialing back more Assistant features on Android and Nest devices

More Google Assistant features are disappearing as the Gemini switch gets closer.

Android Central

How to create a shopping list with Google Keep

Here's how to create a Google Keep shopping list on Android and Apple devices.

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How to set up your new Google Pixel Watch 3

Here's how to set up your new Google Pixel Watch in seven easy steps.

Android Central

Pixel users are getting a pesky notification bug from a Quick Phrases glitch

A tiny bug in Google Assistant's Quick Phrases is creating a big headache for Pixel owners.

Android Central

I don't care much for watch apps, but I'm giving them a second chance

Smartwatch apps don't seem much more useful than smartphone apps, but they can sometimes be more convenient.

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Google may be upgrading Assistant actions into Gemini-powered Extensions

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Gemini is taking over some more Google Assistant tasks

Google will replace Google Assistant's control of WhatsApp and Spotify with Gemini Extensions.

Android Central

How to set up multiple users on Google Home

The Google Home app is a single spot to control Google-compatible devices. And others in the family, even outside the home, can be added as well.

Android Auto gets a free update Apple CarPlay users have enjoyed for years

This update could make daily Android Auto use easier.

Tom’s Guide

Google Gemini can now start your Google Assistant routines — what that means for you

Google Gemini will finally be able to start Google Assistant routines, making it much more usable. However, there are some limitations at the moment.

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Google wants Gemini AI to be the star of every part of your life

Google Gemini will launch extensions for every part of people's lives.

Android Central

Gemini expected to grab new extensions in push to phase out Google Assistant

A Google app beta discovery showed the development of three new Gemini extensions on Android.

TechRadar

If Google’s rumored and mysterious new home device isn’t a new Nest Hub, I quit

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