Google Now on Tap. Photo: Google

A new update to the Google app for Android adds Now on Tap functionality for those running the final Android 6.0 Marshmallow Developer Preview.

Google wants to provide your Nexus with extra protection. Photo: Google

Google looks to be gearing up to launch its own AppleCare rival dubbed “Nexus Protect.” The new protection plan, which has already leaked out via the Google Store, is expected to be made available alongside Google’s new Nexus devices this fall.

Get ready for Android Pay. Photo: Google

Android Pay has begun rolling out to users with support at more than 1 million locations throughout the U.S.

The Apple Pay competitor, which was first unveiled at Google I/O back in May, is available on NFC-equipped smartphones running Android 4.4 KitKat and above, and it’s compatible with a whole host of banks and credit card providers.

Samsung’s new smartwatch could hit Apple Watch where it really hurts. Photo: Samsung

Samsung’s new Gear S2 smartwatch is its first to support third-party Android devices, and the South Korean company is reportedly looking extend its reach even further by supporting rival platforms, too.

According to one report, the Gear S2 and Gear S2 classic could soon play nicely with iPhone.

Nexus 6 now starts at just $349.99. Photo: Google

With new Nexus smartphones right around the corner, now is a great time to find big discounts on last year’s Nexus 6. Motorola has just slashed $300 off the device for U.S. customers, reducing the price of the 32GB model to just $349.99.