7 ways Nano Banana 2 just got better and faster - how to try Google's latest image model

Google's new default model for generating images, Nano Banana 2 offers faster speeds, better text rendering, and higher resolutions than its predecessor.
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Here’s everything new in Android 17 Beta 2 [Gallery]

Google today released Android 17 Beta 2 for Pixel devices. This comes less than two weeks after the first release.

Google reveals Nano Banana 2 AI image model, coming to Gemini today

In the Gemini app and on the website, Nano Banana 2 will be the image generator for the Fast, Thinking, and Pro settings.

Android 17 could turn Gemini into your personal app butler

Google just showed how Android 17 could let Gemini handle tasks across your apps. New tools arriving on Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 let AI find photos, order food, and book rides while you watch.
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Android 17 Beta 1 Release Confirmed: Check Eligible Devices, How to Enroll, and Expected Features and Launch

Google has confirmed that Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon, officially kicking off the next Android beta cycle. The update follows the release of the final Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1 patch and signals ...
Bleeping Computer

New Android malware uses AI to click on hidden browser ads

A new family of Android click-fraud trojans leverages TensorFlow machine learning models to automatically detect and interact with specific advertisement elements. The mechanism relies on visual ...
TechCrunch

Consumers spent more on mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption

Generative AI, a defining trend over the past year, led the revenue growth, as in-app purchase revenue in this category more than tripled to top $5 billion in 2025. Downloads of AI apps also grew, ...
Reuters

Mexico antitrust body says Google cannot impose use of Android on mobile device manufacturers

MEXICO CITY, Dec 18 (Reuters) - Mexico's antitrust commission said on Thursday it had resolved a case over a lack of competition in the mobile operating system market stemming from business practices ...
Computerworld

A noteworthy new Android note app

I’m always on the lookout for interesting organizational upgrades. (That’s just how cool of a fella I am, y’see.) And when it comes to jotting down notes and reminders, there’s always room for a new ...
talkandroid.com

Here’s how to locate any phone number for free using Google Maps

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. We’ve all been ...
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You Can Back Up Your Android Phone Without Using Cloud Storage - Here's How

Creating a cloud backup of your photos, videos, and files lets you access them from any device and keep them safe. You can also free up your Android phone storage and ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Perplexity Launches AI Browser on Mobile, Extending Google Rivalry

Perplexity AI unveiled a version of its Comet web browser for mobile devices, extending a rivalry with Google to the search giant’s Android operating system. Comet is available now on Android, and an ...