Google: News

21 Aug 2024

Google Chrome

Google faces class action lawsuit over Chrome's data collection practices

Google is set to defend a class action lawsuit accusing the tech giant of unauthorized data collection through its browser, Chrome.

20 Aug 2024

Samsung

Circle to Search now identifies music on Samsung devices

Samsung Galaxy users with Circle to Search functionality rejoice!

20 Aug 2024

Meta

'Deadlift ETF': Analysis links weightlifting CEOs to strong company performance

Are muscle and money corelated? A study done by multimillionaire entrepreneur and developer Pieter Level has linked CEO fitness with company performance.

20 Aug 2024

Android

Google tests some controversial changes in its Android app

Google is reportedly planning to eliminate the dedicated search button from its Android app.

20 Aug 2024

Donald Trump

Musk as minister? Trump says he's open to the idea

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to consider Tesla CEO Elon Musk for a cabinet position or advisory role, if he wins the 2024 election.

20 Aug 2024

Stanford University

Ex-Google CEO's start-up to build AI-powered attack drones for Ukraine

Billionaire Eric Schmidt, the former CEO and Chairman of Google, has revealed that his new start-up, White Stork, will develop artificial intelligence (AI)-powered attack drones for Ukraine.

Google Play discontinues rewards for Android app bug hunters

Google has announced the termination of its Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP), effective from August 31.

19 Aug 2024

Google Chrome

Chrome on Android to hide sensitive data during screen sharing

Google is developing a new feature for its Chrome browser on Android, designed to protect users' sensitive information during screen sharing or recording sessions.

19 Aug 2024

Pixel

Google finally introduces manual astrophotography mode for Pixel users

Pixel phone users rejoice - capturing starry skies is now easier than ever.

19 Aug 2024

Cryptocurrency

WazirX's systems not compromised in $230M hack, says Google report

WazirX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, has confirmed that its systems were not compromised during the recent $230 million cyberattack.

Ex-Googler's start-up is teaching AI how to smell

Imagine a world where scent can be digitized and stored.

18 Aug 2024

Android Auto

Google Assistant's new UI on Android Auto resembles Apple's Siri

Google has introduced a fresh user interface (UI) for its Assistant on Android Auto.

17 Aug 2024

Google Drive

Google Drive can now save your scanned documents as JPEGs

Google Drive has introduced a new feature that permits users to save scanned documents as JPEGs, in addition to the existing PDF format.

17 Aug 2024

Google Search

AI Overviews in Google Search no longer consider sign-in status

Google has expanded the accessibility of its AI Overviews feature, making it available to all US users regardless of their sign-in status.

17 Aug 2024

Google Play Services

Google is rolling out 'theft detection lock' to some users

Google unveiled a new set of anti-theft features for Android 15 at this year's I/O conference.

17 Aug 2024

Google Maps

Google Maps now finally works offline on Wear OS smartwatches

Google Maps has finally introduced the offline maps feature for its Wear OS app, two years after initially announcing plans to do so.

17 Aug 2024

Google Pixel

Google's terms restricted Influencers from comparing Pixel with rival brands

Google has come under fire for its promotional strategy surrounding the Pixel 9 series.

16 Aug 2024

Google Pixel

Exploitable bloatware puts millions of Google Pixel users at risk

Mobile phone security firm, iVerify, has identified a significant vulnerability in Google's Pixel smartphones.

16 Aug 2024

Japan

Google's AI that told people to eat rocks goes global

Google is extending its AI Overviews feature, which provides concise answers to complex web queries, to six additional countries.

15 Aug 2024

Harvard

Google, Harvard create the most detailed map of human brain

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Harvard biologists and Google have created the most comprehensive map of human brain connections ever seen.

15 Aug 2024

Google Assistant

Google Assistant might soon hold your calls for you

Google is reportedly developing a new feature for its Phone app that could allow users to put incoming calls on hold, according to Android Authority.

15 Aug 2024

Stanford University

Did Google censor Eric Schmidt? Ex-CEO's controversial video suddenly disappears

A video featuring Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt criticizing the tech giant's remote work policy, has disappeared.

15 Aug 2024

Google Assistant

Google Gemini can now perform your smart home routines

Google has been actively promoting its new AI chatbot, Gemini, across various platforms and services.

15 Aug 2024

Google Meet

Google Meet will let you send in-call messages, emoji reactions

Google Meet, the popular video calling platform, is set to receive a significant update in the coming weeks.

AI start-ups can steal IP, clean up later: Ex-Google CEO

Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt has sparked controversy with his recent remarks about intellectual property (IP) theft.

15 Aug 2024

Iran

Iranian hackers targeted Trump and Harris's presidential campaigns, reveals Google

Google's Threat Analysis Group has identified a single Iranian hacker group, known as APT42, responsible for cyberattacks on both Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns in the US.

14 Aug 2024

Google Photos

Pixel 8 Pro's 10-month wait for Zoom Enhance feature ends

Google has finally released its AI-powered feature, Zoom Enhance, for the Pixel 8 Pro smartphone.

14 Aug 2024

Technology

How Google's Pixel 9 makes SOS calls via satellite

Google has introduced its latest flagship smartphone range, the Pixel 9 series, ofering a host of AI features, premium hardware, and a refreshed design.

14 Aug 2024

Technology

Pixel Screenshots app: How AI makes your messy screenshots smarter

For years now, screenshots have resided in our Photos app, often lost amidst selfies and other images.

14 Aug 2024

Apple

Every time Google dinged Apple at 'Made by Google' event

Google held its annual 'Made by Google' event at its headquarters in Mountain View, California yesterday.

14 Aug 2024

Flipkart

Google slashes prices of Pixel 8 series, 7a in India

Google has announced significant price cuts for its previous generation smartphones in India. This move follows the recent launch of the flagship Pixel 9 series.

14 Aug 2024

Fitbit

Where's new Fitbit smartwatch? Google points to Pixel Watch 3

Three years after acquiring Fitbit, Google has unveiled a strategic shift in its wearables strategy.

14 Aug 2024

OpenAI

Ex-Google CEO blames remote work for company's AI innovation gap

Billionaire Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google (2001-2011) and Executive Chairman until 2015, has ignited a debate by criticizing the tech giant's growing remote work culture.

14 Aug 2024

Android 14

Why Pixel 9 ships with year-old Android 14, not 15

Google's eagerly awaited Pixel 9 series is not launching with the latest Android 15 operating system.

13 Aug 2024

Google Calendar

Google's Pixel 9 range comes with these new AI features

Google has officially announced its latest smartphone range, the Pixel 9 series. The lineup gets a handful of new Pixel-exclusive AI features.

13 Aug 2024

Android

Google launches voice chat feature for Gemini AI assistant

Google has introduced a new voice chat mode named Gemini Live, for its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, Gemini.

13 Aug 2024

Pixel Buds

Google brings Pixel Watch 3, Buds Pro 2 to India

Google has introduced the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2 in India.

13 Aug 2024

Android 14

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold launched in India at ₹1.73L

Google has introduced the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, its second foldable smartphone, in global markets including India.

13 Aug 2024

Latest Mobile Phones

Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL launched

Google has introduced its latest smartphones, the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL in India.

13 Aug 2024

Android 15

Where and when to watch Pixel 9 launch event today

Google is gearing up for its annual 'Made By Google' launch event, scheduled for today.