Google Assistant: News

15 Jun 2019

India

Xiaomi's Mi LED Smart Bulb now available for Rs. 1,299

Xiaomi Mi LED Smart Bulb, which was launched in India via the Mi Crowdfunding platform, is now available on open sale.

13 Jun 2019

Android TV

Thomson launches new range of 4K Android TVs in India

Taking on the likes of Xiaomi, TCL, and Vu, France-based electronics manufacturer Thomson has launched a new range of Android TVs in India at a starting price of Rs. 29,999.

13 Jun 2019

Google

Google Pixel 4 official teaser reveals key design, hardware changes

What comes as a surprise to many, Google has jumped ahead of leakers to officially share a photo of its upcoming flagship phone, the Pixel 4.

06 Jun 2019

UNESCO

Feminist chatbot F'xa to teach you about AI gender bias

If you have ever come across an AI voice assistant, you probably would have tried cussing at it.

04 Jun 2019

India

At Rs. 60lakh, Samsung's TV costs more than Mercedes E-class

Samsung has launched the world's first QLED 8K TV series in India, and you should brace for impact in case you want to buy one of the premium models.

28 May 2019

YouTube

Want to stop Google from tracking you? Follow these steps

Google collects a lot of data about its users.

25 May 2019

Google

Many Google Duplex calls are made by humans, not AI

Last year at I/O, Google drew widespread attention with Duplex, the futuristic AI that promised to make restaurant/haircut reservations on behalf of a Google Assistant user.

24 May 2019

Amazon

#ScareAlert: Amazon to record even before you say "Alexa"

AI-powered smart Assistants have been making quite an impression with their ability to understand/handle queries.

21 May 2019

India

Nokia 3.2 launched in India, price starts at Rs. 9,000

As the latest addition to its portfolio of Nokia-branded phones, HMD Global has launched the Nokia 3.2 in India today.

10 May 2019

Google

New Google Assistant is insanely powerful, but can't be used

The next-generation of Google Assistant, announced at I/O 2019, will be more intuitive, faster, and reliable than ever.

07 May 2019

India

Android One-based Nokia 4.2 launched in India at Rs. 10,999

As the latest addition to its portfolio of Nokia-branded phones, HMD Global has launched the Nokia 4.2 in India.

06 May 2019

India

Nokia 4.2 to be launched in India tomorrow: Details here

HMD Global is all set to launch its budget-friendly Nokia 4.2 in India tomorrow.

16 Apr 2019

Google

Here's how tech giants handle data captured by voice assistants

From phones to speakers, everything is turning smart thanks to the power of voice recognition and artificial intelligence.

04 Apr 2019

Google

Now, Google Assistant can talk like John Legend: Here's how

Google's AI-powered digital helper can now talk in the silky smooth voice of singer and songwriter John Legend.

01 Apr 2019

Google Maps

#AprilFoolsDay: All the pranks Google is playing this year

Every year, tech giants play some very weird, not to mention hilarious, April Fools' Day pranks on their customers.

30 Mar 2019

Google Maps

Google I/O 2019 schedule released: Details here

Google has released a preview of the schedule for this year's Google I/O event - the Mecca for coders and tech enthusiasts.

16 Mar 2019

India

Make your house a smart home with these products

The idea of a smart home is no longer a dream stuck in a sci-fi movie. Nor is it a costly affair that you should re-think before upgrading to a smarter lifestyle.

09 Mar 2019

India

Ottomate Smart Fan launched in India at Rs. 3,999

Ottomate International has launched a smart fan as its maiden offering in India.

09 Mar 2019

Google

Now, more people can use Google's 'human-like' Duplex AI

In a major development, Google Duplex, the AI that can make reservations with a realistic human-like voice, is reaching more people in the US.

26 Feb 2019

Google

Soon, Google Assistant will offer suggestions as you text

In a major move, Google has announced Assistant integration for Android Messages.

24 Feb 2019

Google

Apparently, Google "forgot" informing about mic in Nest Secure devices

Google is facing flak from privacy advocates as it failed to inform Nest Secure buyers about a microphone included in the device.

20 Feb 2019

Xiaomi

Xiaomi to launch Mi 9 today: Here's everything to know

As the successor to its Mi 8 flagship, Xiaomi will launch the Mi 9 in China today.

30 Jan 2019

X

Here's what Google India, Tinder, Amazon Prime "really really really...want"

A new meme fest has emerged on social media with the "We really really really..." format in which people have expressed their exclusive and unfulfilled wishes.

09 Jan 2019

Google

Soon, Google Assistant will serve as your interpreter: Here's how

After introducing Google Assistant into Maps and several smart gadgets, Google is turning its digital assistant into a real-world interpreter.

09 Jan 2019

Android

Now, Google Assistant will text as you drive, navigate maps

After a long wait, Google Assistant is finally ready to upgrade your navigational experience.

08 Jan 2019

Google

CES 2019: Alexa interrupts Qualcomm's executive, says that's not true

If CES 2019 is anything to go by, we can be sure that Alexa and Google Assistant will power the future of smart homes.

07 Jan 2019

Samsung

Soon, you could control Samsung TVs via Google Assistant, Alexa

For years, Samsung has been pushing its Bixby voice assistant on TVs, phones, and other smart devices.

07 Jan 2019

Google

Amazing Google Assistant-backed devices coming to CES 2019: Details here

The stage is set for this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

31 Dec 2018

Google

#ThatWas2018: Several highs, but lots to learn for Google

Google has evolved from a search platform into a full-fledged ecosystem.

29 Dec 2018

Samsung

Soon, Samsung could launch an affordable Google Home competitor

In the game of smart home speakers, Google Home and Amazon Echo are the most preferred choices.

20 Dec 2018

Google

#HomeAloneAgain: Macaulay Culkin returns for Google Assistant ad

The Christmas season is upon us and there is no denying that the 1990 movie Home Alone remains one of the most loved holiday movies of all times, globally.

18 Dec 2018

Google

Now, Google Assistant will warn you about possible flight delays

In a bid to make your travel more comfortable, Google Assistant will offer pre-emptive flight delay information.

09 Dec 2018

Reddit

Finally, Google's call answering feature comes to original Pixels

After a long wait, original Pixel phone users are finally getting Google's Call Screen feature.

07 Dec 2018

Google

Now, Google Assistant delivers audio news personalized for you

Thanks to the power of Artificial Intelligence, Google Assistant's news delivering capabilities are getting better than ever.

07 Dec 2018

Indonesia

WizPhone is a Rs. 500 phone, but not by Google

Fact-checking, they say, is the first step in journalism. And in the day-and-age of social media and fake news, getting the facts right is all the more crucial.

30 Nov 2018

Google

Google Assistant will reward if you are polite with it

Amid worries of smart assistants teaching kids to sound officious or even rude at times, Google has introduced a new functionality to encourage polite behavior - 'Pretty Please'.

24 Nov 2018

Google

#TechBytes: 5 useful Google Assistant tricks you didn't know about

Among all digital helpers, Google Assistant takes the top spot with its quirky replies and a host of productivity-focused features.

23 Nov 2018

Google

Google just found a 'shortcut' to link Assistant with Siri

Siri, as we all know, is the primary smart Assistant for iOS.

22 Nov 2018

Google

Google's human-sounding Duplex AI being rolled out: Details here

Google Duplex, the astounding AI that made headlines with its natural, human-like voice, is finally being rolled out.

04 Nov 2018

India

Micromax launches 'Google Certified' Android TVs in India

Homegrown-company Micromax Informatics has launched its first-ever Google Certified Android TVs in India.