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If you're an Android user or you've had an Android phone over the past nine years or so, listen up: Google just agreed to a $135 million lawsuit that you're likely a class member of. While the final payout is still up in the air, you could be entitled to up to $100. What is the lawsuit about? The lawsuit, Taylor V. Google LLC , alleges that Google was complicit in allowing Android devices to send a host of user data to Google without the permission of the users. Not only does the suit highlight the privacy implications, it also hammers Google for using up the users' cellular data. According to the details of the lawsuit, Google denies any wrongdoing in this case, but has agreed to settle for $135 million. As part of that settlement, Google will have to update the Play Store Terms of Service, as well as Android's setup screens, to disclose the data collection and offer users a choice whether or not to opt into it. The company will also disable a related setting on...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. I flagged smart bands as one of the tech trends of 2026 , based on what I was seeing, so it’s interesting to watch the rollout of the Fitbit Air and the buzz around the (still unconfirmed) Garmin Cirqa. Whoop , which has long been the undisputed leader in this area, now has a ton of competition. Here’s what I see going on, and what I think we should expect going forward.  Google Fitbit Air - Berry with Large Fog Active Band Bundle $99.99 at Amazon $134.98 Save $34.99 Shop Now ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Pixel 9 came out in the fall of 2024 along with the 9 Pro and Pro XL , while the budget Pixel 9a came out last year. Pixel phones are some of the best phones I've ever owned and truly stand the test of time—so even though these aren't the newest models, they're still a great choice in 2026. If you're looking for a big discount on a middle-of-the-pack Pixel, the 128 GB unlocked Pixel 9 is just $449 (originally $799) after a $350 discount. That's the lowest price it has been since its release, according to price-tracking tools . Google Pixel 9 (128 GB) $449.00 ...

Gmail does a decent job at filtering junk mail to the Spam folder, but there are always the marketing emails, newsletters, and other mass messages that slip through to your inbox. Maybe you accidentally signed up for a mailing list, or you wanted those promo emails at one point, but now they've become too much. You can keep deleting them one by one—or you can take action to remove spam from certain senders once and for all. Set up filtering to banish unwanted emails Filtering is one of our favorite Gmail hacks for moving junk emails straight to the trash. Select the messages in your inbox from as many senders as you want to filter out, click the three-dot menu at the top of the screen, and select Filter messages like these . On the pop-up, click Create filter and check Delete it . Be sure to also check Also apply filter to [X] matching conversations . Future emails from filtered senders will automatically go to Trash. Filter entire domains instead If you're still getting em...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The new  Google Fitbit Air   is finally out. It costs $99.99, but if you pre-order by May 25, Google is offering $35 in Google Store credit after your order ships. The watch also comes with three months of Google Health Premium, which unlocks a wide range of Gemini-powered AI coaching features. Compared to Whoop-style trackers , which the watch is designed after, this is an especially appealing offer since Whoop’s premium plans start at $199 a year, depending on the region. Google Fitbit Air $64.99 at Google Store $99.99 Save $35.00 ...

Google Meet is an accessible and easy-to-use virtual meeting platform for casual users and Workspace customers, hosting everything from team check-ins to large presentations and town halls. It plays nice with everything else in the Google ecosystem, so if you or your employer are locked in, it's likely a top choice for video conferencing. Here are 10 hacks to get the most out of Google Meet. Use meet.new to quickly launch an unscheduled meeting If you need to start a video call at a moment's notice, you can open Google Meet and hit New meeting > Start an instant meeting —or you can simply type meet.new into your browser. This link automatically launches a meeting; no additional clicks needed. From here, you'll see a pop-up window with the option to send invites or copy the meeting link to share. Enable captions and translation on live calls so you can turn off audio If you forgot your headphones or need to mute your meeting audio for any reason, you can turn on access...