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GrapheneOS patches an Android VPN bypass that Google decided to leave alone
By Monica J. White published
A researcher disclosed an Android 16 VPN bypass that leaks your real IP. Google declined to patch it, but GrapheneOS shipped a fix within days.

Google Fitbit Air preorders — where to buy the latest budget fitness tracker for free with a trade-in
By James Pickard published
The Google Fitbit Air launches on May 26, and if you want one on your wrist for launch day, then here's where you're able to preorder the lightweight wearable — and score a deal.

Google’s AI will now show ‘a preview of perspectives’ from Reddit and social media
By Alex Blake published
A new search AI tool from Google will summarize tips from Reddit and social media.

Google will now pay up to $1.5 million for finding Android and Chrome security bugs
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Google is focusing on Linux kernel components, and prioritizing bugs that can't be easily found with AI.

Google Home rolls out spring update with Nest camera and automation improvements
By Rowan Davies published
Google Home is rolling out its monster spring update, which packs huge upgrades for the Nest cam app and automations.

Google to host 'The Android Show' on May 12 ahead of I/O
By James Rogerson published
Save the date: the next Android Show is being held on May 12, and we have some ideas of what might be shown off there.

10 Google Maps tips that will change the way you navigate
By John McCann published
After using Google's popular mapping app for the best part of two decades, I've learned a thing or two — here are my top tips and features.

Android Auto is apparently prepping home screen widgets
By David Nield published
You might soon be able to put widgets on your vehicle dashboard just like you can on your phone home screen.

Google's $3 ChromeOS Flex sells out — and shows I'm right about ChromeOS
By David Nield published
There's a new option for giving new life to an aging computer, and it's apparently as popular as it should be.

Russia orders Apple and Google to remove Important Stories, an investigative media app that works without a VPN — leaving Russians without a key source for accessing uncensored news
By Chiara Castro published
Important Stories launched the IStories mobile app in February to make sure information would reach Russians despite widespread internet censorship and VPN restrictions.
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