Welcome to episode 82 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will break down their reactions to Google's surprise release of Gemini 3 Flash. After talking through their preferred models and Gemini launchers, the crew discusses Android 16 QPR3's arrival and the long-awaited option to remove the At a Glance widget on Pixel. Finally, all three offer their visions for where Google is headed in 2026.

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Timecodes

• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:47 - Gemini 3 Flash
• 15:12 - Android QPR3 and At a Glance
• 34:59 - Pixel patch
• 37:43 - Google's 2026 vision
• 43:26 - Wrap-up

Hosts

• Abner Li
• Damien Wilde
• Will Sattelberg

Read more

• Google announces Gemini 3 Flash with Pro-level performance, rolling out now
• Gemini app adds 3 Flash ‘Fast’ and ‘Thinking’ models, with 3 ‘Pro’
• Here’s everything new in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 [Gallery]
• Android 16 QPR3 lets you remove At a Glance from your Pixel’s homescreen

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