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9to5google.com > 02/19/2026 > youtube-tv-conversational-ai-test

YouTube tests 'conversational AI' on TV apps

1+ hour, 25+ min ago  (236+ words) Google says that it is now testing a new "conversational AI" tool on its TV apps for YouTube, enabling new features if you use the microphone. Conversational AI on YouTube comes in the form of the "Ask" box underneath videos....

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9to5google.com > 02/19/2026 > samsung-nearing-one-ui-8-5-new-bixby-release-with-its-latest-beta-update

Samsung nearing One UI 8.5, new Bixby release with its latest beta update

1+ hour, 35+ min ago  (179+ words) Samsung is rolling out its fifth One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 in the US, and it comes as the actual release is right around the corner. As reported by SamMobile, One UI 8.5 Beta 5 has just expanded to the United…...

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9to5google.com > 02/19/2026 > meta-smartwatch-2026-report

Meta reportedly releasing more display glasses, health and AI-focused smartwatch later this year

3+ hour, 50+ min ago  (145+ words) According to a new report, Meta is renewing plans to release a smartwatch, but with a slightly shifted focus over to health tracking and Meta AI. It's been rumored for years that Meta wants to make its own smartwatch, with…...

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9to5google.com > 02/19/2026 > google-announces-gemini-3-1-pro-for-complex-problem-solving

Google announces Gemini 3.1 Pro for 'complex problem-solving"

5+ hour, 49+ min ago  (191+ words) In November, Google introduced Gemini 3 Pro in preview, with Gemini 3 Flash following a month later. Google today announced Gemini 3.1 Pro "for tasks where a simple answer isn't enough." The .1 increment is a first for Google, with the past two generations…...

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9to5google.com > 02/19/2026 > iphone-fold-google-pixel-fold

Why 'iPhone Fold' can revive the foldable that even Google Pixel couldn't make work [Gallery]

9+ hour, 44+ min ago  (640+ words) In the early days of foldables, there were a few key form factors floating around. Samsung's Galaxy Fold had a tall outer display that opened to a vertically-oriented inner display. Huawei and others playing around with foldables that opened from…...

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9to5google.com > 02/18/2026 > android-xr-displays

Google on what to expect from Android XR transparent displays

17+ hour, 41+ min ago  (570+ words) Google Design has an interesting article this week about "Designing for Transparent Screens" and the work that went into Jetpack Compose Glimmer, Android XR's design system for Display AI Glasses. For those who haven't used smart glasses with displays before,…...

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9to5google.com > 02/18/2026 > google-maps-limited-view-signed-out

Google Maps 'limited view' now hides reviews, images for signed-out users

22+ hour, 30+ min ago  (256+ words) Google Maps is more than just a navigation app, as it contains a treasure trove of data about locations across the globe. But, suddenly, Google Maps appears to be changing how it functions for users who are signed out, including…...

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9to5google.com > 02/18/2026 > google-is-making-source-links-bit-a-more-clickable-in-ai-overviews-and-ai-mode

Google is making source links a bit more clickable in AI Overviews and AI Mode

23+ hour, 55+ min ago  (181+ words) Google Search has bet pretty big on AI experiences and, as it figures out the right formula, changes and tweaks continue. Google is now showing off a new change that makes source links a bit more prominent. Robby Stein, a…...

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9to5google.com > 02/18/2026 > google-pixel-10a-announcement-hands-on

Pixel 10a hands-on: Peak design, peaked specs

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (788+ words) Google today fully detailed and opened pre-orders for its 2026 A-Series phone. After briefly checking it out in person, the Pixel 10a is my platonic ideal of a smartphone. Not having a camera bump or other protrusion actually sets Pixel design apart....

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9to5google.com > 02/18/2026 > galaxy-z-trifold-display-issue-reports

Galaxy Z TriFold seeing early reports of seemingly rare, yet scary, dead displays

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (414+ words) Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold is a very limited release, with new units reportedly on the way as demand increases. Apparently, some of those fortunate enough to get the Galaxy Z TriFold while they were in stock are seeing dead display…...