Google: News

Google's new update will make finding lost Android phones easier

Google's Find My Device will soon let you locate lost or stolen Android phones, even if you are not connected to the internet.

Google's India feature drop: From multisearch to DigiLocker in Files

Google has just concluded its 8th India event where it discussed the advancements in AI-powered innovations and features.

19 Dec 2022

Google Search

Google drops new multisearch and search-in-video features: How to use

Google has released two new features—multisearch and search-in-video—for its Google Search app.

19 Dec 2022

Gmail

Google launches client-side encryption on Gmail web for businesses

Google has finally introduced client-side encryption for Gmail on the web. Users can get a taste of end-to-end encryption on the email client by applying for the beta version.

19 Dec 2022

Google Chrome

Google Chrome will now alert shoppers with price drop notifications

Google has announced an in-page 'price tracking' feature on the Chrome browser for Android and desktop versions of the app.

19 Dec 2022

YouTube

YouTube bans Pornhub's official channel due to 'multiple' rule violations

YouTube has taken down Pornhub's channel over community guideline infringements.

These topped Google's list of most searched words in 2022

From the Indian Premier League (IPL) to Brahmastra and KGF 2, there are a lot of words that were trending on Google India in 2022.

11 Dec 2022

Google Chrome

Google Chrome gets Memory, Energy Saver modes to boost performance

Google has introduced Memory Saver and Energy Saver modes on its web browser Chrome to free up memory and boost battery life, respectively.

10 Dec 2022

Gmail

Gmail down for millions of users across world: Details here

Gmail suffered a massive outage late on Saturday as the services of tech giant Google's popular email platform went down for millions of users across the globe due to a technical glitch, said reports.

07 Dec 2022

Google Chrome

New Chrome feature: Access tabs, bookmarks, history from address bar

Good news for Google Chrome users! Those working on desktops can now easily find their bookmarks, tabs, and browsing history, from the address bar of the web browser.

Google Pixel Fold, with Tensor G2 SoC, spotted on Geekbench

Google's 'Pixel Fold' is said to be in the works for a while now, and it may arrive sometime in 2023. The possible design renders of the device have already surfaced.

06 Dec 2022

Google Search

Google Search gets new continuous scrolling feature on desktop

Google has introduced the 'continuous scroll' feature for search results on desktop. This feature will now display up to six pages of search results in one go.

06 Dec 2022

Google Pixel

Google releases its biggest Pixel Feature Drop: Check what's new

Google's software update for December is now live. It is the biggest feature drop to date as it adds a range of exciting stuff to Pixel phones and the Watch.

05 Dec 2022

Apple

What's a digital car key and how to use it?

A digital car key allows you to lock, unlock, and even start your car with your smartphone or a similar device, without the use of a physical key. Apart from being a convenient feature, it is also highly secure.

05 Dec 2022

Technology

Google introduces end-to-end encryption for group chats in Messages

Google is rolling out end-to-end encrypted group chats to its messaging service, Google Messages.

05 Dec 2022

Android 13

Google launches Android 13 for smart TVs: Check new features

Google has officially launched Android 13 for TV, its latest operating system for Android-based smart TVs. The new update includes improvements in accessibility and performance, more customization options, and changes in the UI.

02 Dec 2022

Wear OS

Google releases new Android and WearOS features: Check what's new

Google is releasing a bunch of new Android features in celebration of the upcoming holiday season.

22 Nov 2022

Alphabet Inc

After Meta and Amazon, Google to lay off 10,000 employees

If this year has proven anything, it is that no one is immune to the layoff bug that has created havoc in Silicon Valley. After withstanding the phenomenon for a while, Google may have fallen prey to it, too.

22 Nov 2022

Epic Games

Google paid Activision Blizzard to prevent Play Store rival: Epic

Epic Games' anti-trust lawsuit against Google has taken an unexpected turn. According to court filings, Google paid Activision Blizzard $360 million to stop them from competing against Play Store.

Google introduces UPI AutoPay for subscription-based purchases on Google Play

Users of Google Play's subscription-based purchases in India have been clamoring for the addition of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) to the mode of payments. Finally, Google has heard their pleas.

This is how Google Pixel Fold will look like

Google's first-ever foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold, could arrive in May 2023 with a hefty price tag, tipster Jon Prosser has revealed. The leaker has also shared high-quality renders of the premium device.

2022-11-15

Google Chrome

Google brings Material You to desktops via Chrome Canary browser

Google's Material You theming engine is now available for Mac, Windows, ChromeOS, and Linux, after being exclusive to the Android operating system for a while now.

14 Nov 2022

Children

Kolkata boy wins Doodle for Google 2022 contest

Tech giant Google announced the Doodle for Google 2022 competition winners, flagging off Children's Day celebrations in India.

11 Nov 2022

Google Pixel 6a

#DealOfTheDay: Pixel 6a can be yours at just Rs. 12,499

Touted as an "affordable" offering in the US, the Pixel 6a is anything but affordable in India if you look at its launch price of Rs. 43,999.

04 Nov 2022

Google Maps

Google to discontinue Street View app due to redundancy

Google's Street View has long let us have a detailed 360-degree look at almost any street on the planet. The company provides this feature on Google Maps and a standalone namesake app.

01 Nov 2022

Google Pixel 6a

#DealOfTheDay: Pixel 6a available with Rs. 11,000 discount on Flipkart

Google's Pixel line-up is known for its camera prowess, clean Android experience, and timely software updates.

01 Nov 2022

Google Pixel 7

Google explains why Pixel 7 series supports only 64-bit apps

Google has revealed that the recently introduced Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are the first-ever Android devices to support only 64-bit apps.

Tip-off reveals display, camera specifications of Google Pixel 7 Mini

Google is reportedly working on a new Pixel 7 device dubbed as 7 Mini. It will join the existing 7 and 7 Pro models.

Google plans to challenge CCI penalties worth Rs. 2,274 crore

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) recently imposed two penalties amounting to a total of Rs. 2,274 crore on Google.

CCI fines Google Rs. 1,338 crore for anti-competitive practices

Google has been slapped with a Rs. 1,337.76 crore ($161.9 million) fine by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for its anti-competitive practices related to the Android ecosystem.

20 Oct 2022

Android 13

Google introduces Android 13 (Go Edition) with Material You

Google's Android 13 has been out for a while, but if you're using a low-end phone, you thought you may never get to experience the new flavour of Android.

19 Oct 2022

Technology

Google's Family Link revamped: Material You, web version, and more

Google's Family Link app has been a favorite of parents since it was launched in 2017.

18 Oct 2022

Gmail

New redesign makes Gmail settings so much better on iOS

Google has made Gmail simpler on iPad and iPhone. The company has redesigned the app on iOS to make it more user-friendly.

18 Oct 2022

Android 13

Google may rollout Audio Output Switcher update for Android 13

Google may soon release an Android 13-based update with an upgraded Audio Output Switcher feature, according to Mishaal Rahman.

17 Oct 2022

Google Pixel 7

Pixel 7, 7 Pro's sale begins tomorrow: Which is better?

Google will initiate open sales for its Pixel 7 series smartphones in India tomorrow via Flipkart starting 12pm.

Google Pixel Fold to arrive in 2023; display specifications leaked

Google's first-ever foldable smartphone, rumored to be called 'Pixel Fold,' may arrive by 2023's first quarter.

15 Oct 2022

YouTube

Unique YouTube handles for everyone: How to get yours?

Now you can effortlessly track your favorite creator and find your friends on YouTube.

14 Oct 2022

Google Pixel 7 Pro

Pixel 7 Pro receives top scores in DXOMARK's camera rankings

Google's latest flagship model, the Pixel 7 Pro, is now leading the charts for DXOMARK's ultra-premium camera rankings.

13 Oct 2022

Google Maps

Avoid pollution with Google Maps' air quality tracker: Here's how

Are you thinking about going out this weekend and are worried about the air quality in your area? Well, Google Maps has a trick up its sleeves that can make your worries disappear.