First on Google’s list of new features is a flight price tracker that can alert users of cheaper flights on any dates. Previously, the flight price tracker only allowed notifications for specific travel dates. Google says users will receive an email when the algorithms “detect lower than typical fares in the next 3-6 months,” (via Android Police). Google is also adding features for travelers who wish to drive to nearby locations....

“The Google Nest Trusted Tester program is currently recruiting for a group of highly engaged testers that are willing to help Google Nest test an unreleased product,” the company says (via). “This program will focus on the next generation design of the Google Home App.” Google is looking for participants who are already using one or Nest devices. Since it’s the app that the company is testing, any Nest product would do, including thermostats, Wifi, smart speakers, smart displays, security cameras, doorbells, locks, Nest Protect (smoke alarms), and Chromecasts....

It’s always a pain when you’re driving and you hit the toll road without knowing how much you have to pay. If you don’t quite have the change, you’re going to have to hold up the line or pay later. Thankfully, Google maps will estimate those toll road prices to give you a better idea of the price beforehand. How will Google Maps estimate the toll price? How will Google Maps estimate the toll price?...

In case you don’t know about this feature, Memories are a way for you to rediscover some of your older photos uploaded to Google Photos. When you open the app, you’ll see some cards up top that show you some of the photos you’ve taken in the past. You’ll see cards with pictures you’ve taken on that day a certain number of years ago. You’ll also see highlights for the month and more....

This is just the latest in a string of events that have made the rollout of Android 12 a huge cluster-fudge. And I even have a couple of theories – possibly conspiracy theories – that I want to talk about here. So let’s get started. Next version of Android typically launches the first Tuesday in September Next version of Android typically launches the first Tuesday in September For the past few years, Google has started making the new version of Android public in February....