by dbadmin | Feb 13, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Translate, News
TL;DR Google Translate currently offers 2 Android widgets, and appears to be working on 5 more. The new widgets are basically just single-purpose shortcuts to features within the Translate app. Google’s current implementation is a little wonky, making us think these...
by dbadmin | Feb 12, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Photos, News
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a “Copy” button in the share sheet that lets users copy and paste images directly into other apps without downloading them first. The new sharing approach will avoid unwanted downloads by allowing users to...
by dbadmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Android Auto, Authority Insights, Google, Google Maps, News
TL;DR Google Maps lets users choose custom vehicle avatars, including type and color. So far, you’ve had to make these selections in Maps on your phone. Android Auto is working on its own built-in screen for selecting avatars, right from your car. When we’re driving...
by dbadmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Gemini, Google Maps, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google is preparing to launch Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered conversational feature accessible via a chip on the main map screen. A new “Try new features” section has been discovered in the Google Maps settings, allowing users...
by dbadmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Gemini, News
TL;DR Google introduced Personal Intelligence for Gemini last month. Initially available for paid users in the Gemini app, Google plans to expand Personal Intelligence’s reach, including to AI Mode Search. Now we’re also finding evidence that may suggest Personal...
by dbadmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Aluminium OS, Google Gemini, News
Credit: Generated by Gemini TL;DR Google is developing Aluminium OS to merge Chrome OS and Android into a unified desktop platform. New code reveals that Gemini will be accessible via a status bar icon and a specific keyboard shortcut. Leaked animations show a...
