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Google Home Gemini extension is now widely available to everyone
After nearly three months in Google’s public preview program, the Google Home Gemini extension is finally becoming widely available to all users. It enables Google’s GenAI assistant to control devices connected to Google Home without the help of Google Assistant, as was the case previously.
With this announcement, Android and iOS users will now be able to control their Google Home-connected devices through the Gemini mobile app using natural language commands.
According to Google, Home Extension for Gemini can help you control several gadgets, including lights, thermostats, ACs, fans, curtains, blinds, TVs, speakers, washers, coffee machines, and more. Of course, these Smart home devices must be linked to the user’s Google account.
In addition to the wide release of this extension for all Google Home and Gemini users, new features are also being added to it that make it easier to control your smart home devices using more natural commands.
For example, you can now control smart home devices (like lights) directly from your phone’s lock screen, so you can easily make sure the front porch light is on when you get home.
Also, you can tell a Gemini “Turn on all the living room lights except the armchair light,” and follow up with, “Actually, turn the armchair light on too, but dim the kitchen lamp.” You can also ask things like “Is the back porch light still on?”
How to turn on the Google Home extension to the Gemini app?
- On your computer, head to gemini.google.com.
- At the bottom, tap Settings and then Extensions.
- Find the extension and turn it off or on.
- Follow any on-screen instructions.
On your Android or iOS device, go to the Gemini app. Tap on your profile picture > Extensions menu > enable Google Home.
As always, Google is rolling out the new feature slowly and it will be available to everyone in the coming weeks.
Samsung fans are eagerly awaiting the next evolution in software, and the recent leak has provided a glimpse into what the future holds. The latest development comes from GeekBench, where the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy Z Fold 5 have been spotted running on One UI 8 and Android 16.
According to Alfaturk, Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Z Fold 5 smartphones have appeared with One UI 8 and Android 16. The Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy Z Fold 5 have achieved single-core scores of 1466 and 1995 and multi-core scores of 3000 and 5055, respectively. We can expect significant performance improvements with the next major update.
It offers a glimpse into what consumers can expect from Samsung’s next software for Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus and Z Fold 5 smartphones. Notably, One UI 8 is going to be the last OS upgrade for the Galaxy S22 series and the second-to-last update for the Z Fold5 and Flip5.
Samsung is set to unveil Android 16-based One UI 8 next month, which will come pre-installed on the new foldable Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. The company will expand the new features and enhancements to the older models through updates.
On the other hand, Samsung is getting ready to release a new beta update for the Galaxy S25 series. Also, the first internal testing build of One UI 8 has been spotted for the Samsung Galaxy S24. This hints that the One UI 8 beta program may soon be available for Galaxy S24 users as well.
Samsung is releasing the June 2025 update for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra users, which installs new improvements to enhance the device’s system stability. It is currently rolling out to limited users. But the company will soon expand it to more phone holders.
One UI June 2025 update for the Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra devices is rolling out with the One UI versions S901NKS7FYF1, S906NKS7FYF1, and S908NKS7FYF1.
It has a downloadable package with a size of 500 MB. The size of the package indicates that the new firmware may include performance improvements and other internal changes for the device. It may optimize the strength aspects for seamless functioning of the Galaxy phone.
The latest update does not bring any new security patch to the device, but makes some improvements to the system stability. It optimizes some aspects of the Galaxy device to provide a smooth and efficient experience in every task.
For starters, Samsung is is releasing the new update in batches in Korea. It will take some time to reach all users. Though we suggest not skipping any new builds, as they may work as a baseline version for upcoming major software upgrades.
The update mainly brings the June 2025 security patch that eliminates 36 high-level Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) provided by Google and 19 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVEs). Thus, installing the new patch on your device will unlock an efficient and bug-free experience.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 high-resolution renders show a wide cover screen and boxy frame design. Also, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 will launch at Unpacked next month i.e. in July 2025.
According to a recent report, Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 7 at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, 2025, while the set of renders gives us our first look at the upcoming foldable flagship from Samsung.
Onleaks, in collaboration with Android Headlines, leaked high-res renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. The smartphone may go official sometime in July this year, while the set of renders gives us our first look at the upcoming foldable flagship from Samsung.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 has an 8.2-inch inner screen, while the cover screen is 6.3 inches. Additionally, it is wider than the Fold 6, resembling a typical flat-screen smartphone. The inner screen is also edge-to-edge and has a center hole punch on the right side.
Samsung has given a triple camera system in the Galaxy Z Fold 7, along with a flash next to the camera module. Apart from this, there is a punch-hole selfie camera on the outer screen and an under-display selfie camera on the inner screen.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature the Snapdragon 7 Elite chipset for performance. Apart from this, it will be the first device to run on Android 16 (One UI 8) out of the box, along with many software enhancements for better user experience.
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