NASDAQ:GOOG 17 November 2025 - 9 January 2026

Google looks to Wall Street as it spends $85 billion on AI
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Google looks to Wall Street as it spends $85 billion on AI

Alphabet set terms for an $84.75 billion equity offering, including a $10 billion private deal with Berkshire Hathaway, to fund AI infrastructure. The company plans $180–190 billion in capital spending for 2026. Class A and C shares fell 0.9% after the announcement. Larry Page’s unrelated legal fight over two U.S. Virgin Islands properties is returning to court after failed mediation.
June 7, 2026
Android 16 Was Boring at Launch — Now Google’s Update Is Packed With Changes
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Android 16 Was Boring at Launch — Now Google’s Update Is Packed With Changes

Google’s Android 16, first released to Pixel phones in June 2025, has seen major changes through quarterly updates, including a full interface redesign, lock-screen widgets, and new multitasking features. An Android Authority poll found 82% of 239 respondents rated it the best Android version in recent years. Google now delivers features in stages rather than a single annual update. The next quarterly release is in beta testing.
January 9, 2026
Google starts January 2026 Android system updates with WebView v144 security fixesSan Francisco, January 8, 2026, 02:34 (PST)
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Google starts January 2026 Android system updates with WebView v144 security fixesSan Francisco, January 8, 2026, 02:34 (PST)

Google began January 2026 system-services updates with Android WebView v144, citing security, privacy, and developer improvements. The company said rollout timing may vary and some features are experimental. Not all users will see changes immediately. WebView updates install automatically on most Google-certified devices.
January 8, 2026
Google to Publish Android Source Code to AOSP Only Twice a Year in 2026: New Q2 & Q4 Schedule Explained
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Google to Publish Android Source Code to AOSP Only Twice a Year in 2026: New Q2 & Q4 Schedule Explained

Google will publish Android Open Source Project (AOSP) source code only twice a year, in Q2 and Q4, starting in 2026. The new schedule, confirmed by a banner on AOSP documentation, reduces the number of source drops from four to two annually. Google says security patch releases will remain unchanged. Developers are advised to use the android-latest-release branch for contributions.
January 7, 2026
Nexus One Anniversary: How Google’s First Nexus Phone Shaped Android — and Why CES 2026 Feels Like Its Sequel
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Nexus One Anniversary: How Google’s First Nexus Phone Shaped Android — and Why CES 2026 Feels Like Its Sequel

Google launched the Nexus One on January 5, 2010, aiming to set a standard for “pure Android” without carrier modifications. Sixteen years later at CES 2026, Google is highlighting AI-first phones, foldables, and Android XR at the Las Vegas Sphere. Foldable prototypes with new designs are drawing attention. The Nexus One’s legacy remains in Google’s push to define the Android experience.
January 6, 2026
Android Factory Reset Mistake Leaves “Ghost” Devices Behind — Here’s the Correct Way to Wipe Your Phone
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Android Factory Reset Mistake Leaves “Ghost” Devices Behind — Here’s the Correct Way to Wipe Your Phone

Factory resetting an Android phone may leave “ghost” devices tied to your Google account in Google Play and Find Hub, according to a December 2025 Android Authority report. Removing your Google account from the device before resetting it is necessary to prevent this issue. Google’s help pages confirm that factory reset alone does not fully detach the device from account services.
December 31, 2025
Best Apps of 2025: The Android, iPhone, and Cross‑Platform Picks Defining How We Work, Play, and Stay Focused
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Best Apps of 2025: The Android, iPhone, and Cross‑Platform Picks Defining How We Work, Play, and Stay Focused

Focus Friend, a productivity timer app, was named Google Play’s Best App of 2025 and won Apple’s Cultural Impact award, signaling a shift toward anti-distraction tools. AI assistants like NotebookLM and Perplexity Comet became everyday utilities, while privacy-focused apps such as URLCheck gained traction.
December 28, 2025
Android 17 “Motion Cues” could reduce phone car sickness with smart on-screen dots — here’s what’s new on Dec. 17, 2025
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Android 17 “Motion Cues” could reduce phone car sickness with smart on-screen dots — here’s what’s new on Dec. 17, 2025

Google is testing Motion Cues for Android 17, a feature that overlays animated dots on the screen to reduce motion sickness when using phones in moving vehicles. Reports on December 17 indicate Google is integrating this at the system level, allowing the dots to appear even on lock screens and notifications. Apple already offers a similar feature on iOS.
December 17, 2025
Why You Should Turn Off Your Phone’s Wi‑Fi Every Time You Leave Home – December 2025 Security Warning
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Why You Should Turn Off Your Phone’s Wi‑Fi Every Time You Leave Home – December 2025 Security Warning

Security researchers and major news outlets are urging users to turn off smartphone Wi‑Fi when leaving home, citing new studies showing devices can be tracked and exposed even when not connected. The Times of India ran a front-page warning about public Wi‑Fi risks, as Google released over 100 Android security fixes, many targeting wireless vulnerabilities. Recent research shows privacy features like MAC randomization often fail to prevent tracking.
December 5, 2025
Android 17 ‘Cinnamon Bun’ Leaks Today: Release Date, Features, AI, Gaming and Desktop Upgrades Coming in 2026
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Android 17 ‘Cinnamon Bun’ Leaks Today: Release Date, Features, AI, Gaming and Desktop Upgrades Coming in 2026

Google is targeting a mid-2026 release for Android 17, codenamed “Cinnamon Bun,” with public previews expected in late 2025 and a stable launch around June 2026 for Pixel devices. The update will introduce a new Material 3 Expressive design and continues Google’s tradition of dessert-themed internal codenames.
December 4, 2025
Android’s QR Code Scanner Redesign Returns in Play Services 25.46.32 – What’s New and How to Get It (December 3, 2025)
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Android’s QR Code Scanner Redesign Returns in Play Services 25.46.32 – What’s New and How to Get It (December 3, 2025)

Google has resumed rolling out its redesigned Android QR code scanner through a Google Play Services update, after pulling it earlier this year. The new interface, featuring a bottom pill-shaped control bar, began appearing on more devices as of December 3, 2025. The update is tied to version 25.46.32 but remains unavailable to some users. Rollout is gradual and server-side.
December 3, 2025
Android 16 QPR2 December 2025 Update: AI Notification Summaries, New Customization Tools and Full Pixel Device List
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Android 16 QPR2 December 2025 Update: AI Notification Summaries, New Customization Tools and Full Pixel Device List

Google has released the Android 16 QPR2 update for Pixel phones and tablets, including the December 2025 security patch. The update introduces AI-powered notification summaries, a smarter notification organizer, expanded customization options, and revamped parental controls. Google is shifting to multiple major Android updates per year, moving away from its annual release cycle.
December 3, 2025
6 Hidden Pixel UI Tweaks (Plus Today’s Big Android Changes) You Need to Try – December 2, 2025
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6 Hidden Pixel UI Tweaks (Plus Today’s Big Android Changes) You Need to Try – December 2, 2025

Google is rolling out an update to the Recorder app on Pixel phones, adding a renamed “Auto Clear Voice” feature, clearer UI, and a new account switcher. The December 2025 Google System Update brings refreshed Material 3 Expressive interfaces and redesigned QR and document scanners. Company-managed Pixel phones now allow IT admins to archive RCS messages for compliance, with logs of sent, received, edited, and deleted messages.
December 2, 2025
Google Play Store Update: Delete These Spyware Apps Now and Lock Down Your Android (November 30, 2025)
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Google Play Store Update: Delete These Spyware Apps Now and Lock Down Your Android (November 30, 2025)

Security researchers found 239 malicious Android apps on Google Play, downloaded 42 million times from June 2024 to May 2025. Google has begun removing spyware-like and ad-fraud apps after reports of surging malware and privacy risks. Forbes and tech outlets warn that even legitimate-looking apps may collect sensitive data without clear disclosure. Google plans stricter controls on anonymous developers and sideloaded apps.
November 30, 2025
How to Use Your Android Phone as a Light & Sound Meter in 2025 (And How Accurate It Really Is)
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How to Use Your Android Phone as a Light & Sound Meter in 2025 (And How Accurate It Really Is)

A MakeUseOf feature highlighting Android phones’ ability to measure light and noise is going viral. Decibel meter apps are climbing Google Play charts, with Sound Meter App: Decibel Meter updated November 21. The global market for smartphone sound level meters is projected to reach $210 million by 2031. New York has launched an official app turning residents’ phones into urban noise monitors.
November 30, 2025
Google Gemini Leak Reveals Direct NotebookLM Import, Connected App Shortcut, and Two‑Way Sync
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Google Gemini Leak Reveals Direct NotebookLM Import, Connected App Shortcut, and Two‑Way Sync

Fresh leaks on November 24 reveal Google is developing deep integration between Gemini and NotebookLM, including importing full notebooks into Gemini chats and sending Gemini conversations directly into NotebookLM. Code teardowns show new options for attaching NotebookLM content in Gemini and two-way sync features. TestingCatalog and Dataconomy report these changes signal a move toward a unified AI workspace.
November 24, 2025
Android TV Sideloading Is Changing: 6 Essential Apps to Install Before Google’s New Rules Bite
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Android TV Sideloading Is Changing: 6 Essential Apps to Install Before Google’s New Rules Bite

Google will require verified developer accounts for all Android app installations on certified devices starting in 2026, affecting sideloading on Android TV and Google TV. Users will face new warnings and extra steps to install apps from unverified sources. The change follows Google's report of 50 times more malware in sideloaded apps than those from Google Play. Early access for developer verification begins October–November 2025.
November 22, 2025
App Store Freedom Act Showdown: Cammack, Apple and AI Toys Put Kids’ Online Safety in the Spotlight
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App Store Freedom Act Showdown: Cammack, Apple and AI Toys Put Kids’ Online Safety in the Spotlight

Rep. Kat Cammack is pushing back against industry criticism of her App Store Freedom Act as the House prepares a broader kids’ online safety package. The bill would force Apple and Google to allow third-party app stores, sideloading, and outside payment systems. Apple argues the measure would weaken children’s online safety and privacy protections. An AP investigation warning parents about AI-powered toys is also gaining national attention.
November 22, 2025
Android 17 ‘Cinnamon Bun’ Codename Confirmed: Release Timeline, Features, and What’s New in Google’s Next Big Update
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Android 17 ‘Cinnamon Bun’ Codename Confirmed: Release Timeline, Features, and What’s New in Google’s Next Big Update

Google has confirmed “Cinnamon Bun” as the internal codename for Android 17, according to new version strings found in the latest Android Canary build. The entry appears with version code 10000, signaling an in-development release. Android 17 is expected to become API level 37. The codename follows Google’s tradition of dessert-themed internal names.
November 18, 2025
Google Wallet Just Got Faster: 4 Hidden Settings to Turn On Today (Plus the Biggest Digital Wallet News on November 17, 2025)
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Google Wallet Just Got Faster: 4 Hidden Settings to Turn On Today (Plus the Biggest Digital Wallet News on November 17, 2025)

Google Pay launched in the Philippines as digital wallet adoption surges worldwide. New reports highlight hidden Google Wallet settings that speed up tap-to-pay, including making Wallet the default NFC app and enabling lock-screen shortcuts. Analysts point to rapid growth in cross-border payments and fintech platforms.
November 17, 2025
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