Google Pixel 8a review: full featured AI power for everyone
The Pixel 8a can go toe-to-toe with the Pixel Pro as well as the best from Samsung and Apple. Google's AI software might now push its hardware into the lead for most users.
Is the 'a' for AI now? Google has revealed the Pixel 8a today and the big push is on the role of AI in our devices. Given the a series for Pixel typically offers a lot of the benefits of the fancier models at a better price, this year there's a firm focus on how big a role Google's Gemini AI will play in your photos, videos, and generally getting things done.
Nice wins include getting the same G3 chip here that you get in the Pixel 8 Pro, and a promise of seven years of feature and security updates. That's 2030! Starts from $849 and pre-orders are now open for May 14 release.
Google Gemini upgrades AI powers in Bard, Pixel, and more
Can the arrival of Google Gemini give OpenAI the serious competition we've been waiting for?
The zeitgeist according to Google. Here's an interesting post on the things we were searching in 2023. From the Optus outage to the referendum, to our glorious Matildas and Barbie mania.
Google Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro review: because you love Google's brains
The same price in an inflationary market and some solid updates in camera and features makes it a good year to upgrade if you've been waiting for a few years.
Google Pixel 6A review: delicious Google flavour with minimal compromise
The Google Pixel 6A cuts corners in places you'll hardly notice, making this a smart choice for most users who love getting every feature Google has to offer.
Google and AFL update skills app to make footy more accessible
An unlikely duo, AFL and Google's partnership continues to promote diversity and inclusion in sport through an accessible web app.
SEO is killing online search
Google and its monopoly on search is making it harder for us to find what we want + more in the latest Byteside newsletter.
The 5 best budget phones in 2022
We've assessed the market to pick the five best budget phones that balance performance and price to offer amazing value.
6 great Google Workspace alternatives for G Suite legacy users
The free ride for legacy G Suite users ends soon. If you're hunting for a new home for custom email domains, here's six options to consider alongside Google Workspace.
Google’s free G Suite legacy edition is ending soon
It's the end of an era for Google's popular legacy G Suite service.
Google's Pixel 6 new chip and camera raise the bar for Android phones
A cheeky reveal shows a new 'camera bar' with optical zoom and a new Google Tensor SoC that together make the Pixel 6 a big step forward.
Today's Google Doodle is a gloriously unlicensed Olympics tribute
A cool anime intro and an expansive 16-bit game with team leaderboards? Just don't mention the specific event in Japan this is about.
Google kicks app with 5.8M downloads for stealing Facebook logins
Photo editors, horoscopes, and fitness apps amongst the genres found to be intercepting Facebook login data across nine apps.
Brave launches Brave Search beta for no tracking alternative to Google
The privacy-focused browser Brave is adding a new zero tracking alternative to Google to its line up of user-first software services.
Japan's lunar transformer is the cutest space mission yet
Japan sending a cute transforming ball bot to the moon, Have I Been Pwned going open source, a Google privacy mess and lots more.
The next Windows
Victoria passes an onerous law on EV drivers, Nadella hints at the future of Windows, plus Goog, Epson, esports and more in today's Daily.
Shiny new You at Google I/O
Big news from Google I/O today, plus a victory for gig economy workers at FWC, the death of Windows 10X, Ethereum power cuts, and more.
Should parliament ban phones?
In today's bulletin, parliament considers trialling limits on phone use on the House floor, plus SpaceX, Google, YouTube and more.
Google lowers Play Store cut to 15%, goes slightly further than Apple
Google's new Play Store revenue cut is more flexible than Apple's similar approach. Does it really solve the mobile marketplace, though?
