When I check with friends and family, most of them say they’re getting scam calls, so it was no surprise to find out that 40% of smartphone users say they’re ‘extremely’ concerned about mobile fraud. That’s why as mobile scams continue to evolve, so will Android’s built-in defenses. Scam Detection in Phone by Google and Google Messages already flag more than 5 million suspected scam calls and texts every month. And now we’re introducing further updates to keep you safe before threats reach you:

Since launching in 2021, we’ve sent over one billion Android Earthquake Alerts to help people stay safe before the shaking even starts. Today, we’re expanding the system from 98 countries and regions to more than 200. In the coming months we’ll be updating our Be Ready alert with a new map view and other crucial details, helping get people the information they need when they need it most. Learn more:

"I was lucky enough to be one of the first to experience Googlebook, and what surprised me most wasn’t just what I could create, but how much I enjoyed creating it. A little wiggle of the mouse brings Gemini right into my workflow. Ideas turn into visuals faster, experimentation feels more spontaneous, and I can keep creating without losing my flow. It reminded me how much more fun the creative process can be when technology works with your imagination instead of interrupting it." - Gizem Akdag Watch how @gizakdag uses Magic Pointer and Flow on her Googlebook to transform her ideas into beautiful films. ✨

Mobile scams are getting trickier to spot, but Android has new enhanced protections that actively intercept threats before they can harm you. Powered by the best of Google AI, these defense capabilities are safeguarding your device across incoming calls, texts, and chat messages. Learn more:

"Nothing is just decoration. Everything carries meaning." ~ Angeline Kong 🌸 Android brought the centuries-old craft of Peranakan beadwork together with the world of racing—and the result is Oscar Piastri's stunning custom Singapore Grand Prix helmet 🏁 Go behind the design with the artists who made it and discover the meaning woven into every motif 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

💻Hey Googlebook fam, how are you liking your new laptop? I know it takes a minute to get used to a brand new device, so here's a few helpful tips about some things you might not be aware of 🧵👇

It was great catching up with Henry Cavill at the Googlebook Opening Night in NYC! Beyond being a fantastic actor, anyone who knows Henry knows he is a massive tech enthusiast and gamer. And he’s a long-time Android user, too! So when we started talking about what’s possible with Googlebook, a premium laptop for the Android community, we immediately hit it off. That’s why I’m so excited about our new partnership. Henry is teaming up with us to explore the potential of this new platform by building his personal passion projects using Googlebook. Having his unique perspective as both a builder and a player is going to be super helpful as we push the limits of what these machines can do. I can't wait to see what he creates! Huge thanks to everyone who made last night’s event in New York such a memorable milestone for Googlebook.

XREAL AURA pricing is officially here. Lightweight wired spatial computing glasses powered by Android XR, starting at $1,279. 1️⃣ 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: $1,279 2️⃣ 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: $1,499 Customers in the US, Canada, Japan, and Korea who previously made a paid reservation (existing $99 Launch Credit and $199 Founder Priority Pass holders) can now complete their purchase to secure priority fulfillment. Shipping begins before the holidays. 🗓️ Founder Priority Pass holders who complete payment & configuration by October 17 also secure an individually numbered Founder's Edition. Haven't reserved yet? The $199 Priority Deposit is still open: More from XREAL AURA is coming soon. Stay tuned. #XREAL# #AURA# #AndroidXR# Balance payment is currently only available to existing deposit holders. Android XR is a trademark of Google LLC.

Built alongside the blind and low-vision community, Guided Vision in Gemini Live offers conversational, real-time visual assistance. Now you can share your camera to receive dynamic audio descriptions and natural verbal reframing cues to explore your environment. 🧵

💻Awesome video from Dieter highlighting the ways your Android phone & Googlebook work seamlessly together! My favorite thing about this integration is the creative things you can do with Magic Pointer using your phone's files. Take a photo from your phone, open it on your Googlebook, and add other images/links/text to your prompt. I used this to quickly help me visualize what some new posters would look like on a wall in my apartment.

Our team has been partnering with actor, producer, and longtime Android user Henry Cavill to put Googlebook to the test. Stay tuned this November to find out what he's been creating 👀 Learn more:

Wondering how windowing and apps work on Googlebook? Here's a quick look at how I was using mine last night: editing a video, downloading another for offline viewing, and more. A dozen or so apps (Android and web) at the ready 💻💪

Googlebook is available for preorder today. Built on the @Android technology stack and paired with desktop foundations from ChromeOS, it’s engineered to work with your phone right out of the box and is designed for Gemini Intelligence.