Google recently announced new features coming for Android 17 which is expected to arrive sometime in Q2 2026 (June or July). These features include a larger Instagram for tablets, built-in Screen Reactions and extra editing tools. Pixels will get these features first but no exact Malaysia release dates just yet.

Today, Google has officially unveiled “Gemini Intelligence,” a major new initiative designed to integrate Gemini AI deeply across the Android ecosystem. The announcement signals one of Google’s biggest shifts yet in how Android devices will function moving forward, transitioning from a traditional mobile operating system into what the company describes as an “intelligence system.”

Google I/O 2026 is just around the corner and is set to reveal some new software updates. But as announced last week, Google hosted a dedicated Android event with new stuff to announce. Interestingly, it's not only software this time as the company had new hardware to show.

Recently, Google Threat Intelligence Group (TIG) reported that they have detected the first zero-day cyberattack carried out with the help of AI. So, what should you know about it?

Google and YouTube introduced the "Bijak Digital bersama Google dan YouTube" initiative, a program that aims to equip families in Malaysia with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the digital world safely. So, what should you know about it?

Recently, Chrome was found to be silently installing a 4GB AI Gemini Nano model on your computers without explicit notification. So, what should you know about it?

Google is giving Android its own spotlight ahead of its annual developer conference with the newly announced “Android Show: I/O Edition.” Scheduled for 12 May 2026, the event acts as a lead-in to Google I/O 2026, signalling just how significant this year’s updates are expected to be.

Just over the long weekend, a Malaysian discovered a new YouTube Premium plan. While there's no official announcement, the YouTube Premium Lite is probably making its debut soon as a new subscription tier, positioned as a more affordable alternative to the full Premium offering, targeting users who primarily want a cleaner viewing experience without paying for the full bundle.

In an unexpected move, Google is rolling out broader access to picture-in-picture playback on YouTube, with the feature set to reach users worldwide over the coming months. The update aims to make multitasking easier by allowing videos to continue playing even when users leave the app.

If you prefer watching YouTube on your TV, here's some news you might be interested in. Watching content on TVs and smartphones feels very different. That's why Google has been exploring unique features for YouTube TV users, such as Multiview.