Google: News

27 Nov 2024

WhatsApp

How to change your Google account for WhatsApp backups

WhatsApp allows users to change the Google account associated with their chat backups, providing greater flexibility and control over users' data.

27 Nov 2024

Android

Google's Gemini AI chatbot now lets you control Spotify hands-free

Google has integrated its Gemini AI assistant with Spotify, via a feature called Gemini Extensions.

26 Nov 2024

Huawei

Huawei unveils HarmonyOS Next, its 1st Android-free operating system

Huawei has revealed its latest mobile operating system, HarmonyOS Next, completely free of any Android open-source code.

26 Nov 2024

iOS

Bizarre: Google's iOS app randomly links webpages with search results

Google has added a new capability, dubbed "Page Annotations," to its iOS app.

Google presents final arguments in ad tech monopoly case

Google and the US Department of Justice (DOJ) have wrapped up their last courtroom session in Alexandria, Virginia.

26 Nov 2024

Facebook

Zoom drops 'Video' from its name, repositions as AI-first company

In a major rebranding move, Zoom has announced that it will no longer be using the word 'Video' in its official name.

25 Nov 2024

NVIDIA

NVIDIA's new AI model generates unique audio from text prompts

NVIDIA has unveiled an innovative generative artificial intelligence (AI) model, named Foundational Generative Audio Transformer Opus 1 or Fugatto.

Is Google's Tensor chip project a failure?

Google's Tensor project, which powers the tech giant's in-house smartphone chips, has been under fire for its lackluster performance and power efficiency.

How to switch your browser as Chrome sale looms large

The US Department of Justice recently proposed that Google should sell its Chrome browser. The suggestion comes as part of a larger antitrust investigation into the tech giant's business practices.

Google testing filter to hide PlayStore apps with external links

Google is said to be working on a new feature for its Play Store, one that would let users avoid certain kinds of apps.

23 Nov 2024

Huawei

Huawei to host 100,000 apps on Harmony OS by 2025-end

Chinese tech giant Huawei, which is currently battling US sanctions, has set an ambitious target of hosting 100,000 applications on its Harmony operating system within the next year.

23 Nov 2024

Google Translate

Google's Circle to Search gets app drawer with added features

Google is improving its Circle to Search feature with a new button that gives access to additional functions.

22 Nov 2024

YouTube

YouTube channel hacked? This AI assistant can help recover it

Google offers an AI-powered chat assistant for YouTube creators that helps them take back control of their hacked accounts.

22 Nov 2024

Android

Google scraps Pixel Tablet 2, may exit tablet market: Report

Google has stopped working on its second-generation Pixel Tablet, as per Android Authority.

21 Nov 2024

Android

Google must sell Chrome to end online search monopoly: DOJ 

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has recommended that Google should divest its Chrome browser to break its illegal monopoly in online search.

21 Nov 2024

Technology

Google asked employees to delete messages amid antitrust scrutiny: Report

Google has been accused of directing its employees to delete internal communications and steer clear of certain terminology, in an attempt to dodge antitrust lawsuits.

20 Nov 2024

Google Maps

You can now check real-time air quality on Google Maps

Google Maps has launched a new feature, Air View+, in India.

20 Nov 2024

Android

What's new in Android 16? First developer preview reveals features

Google has unveiled the first preview release of Android 16, taking a major step in the development of its next big mobile OS.

20 Nov 2024

Google Meet

Google Meet's automatic framing feature now available for all users

Google Meet has expanded the availability of its automatic framing feature to all users. The feature was previously exclusive to Google Workspace accounts since 2022.

20 Nov 2024

Apple

Update now! Apple releases software to patch critical security flaws

In a move to protect its users, Apple has pushed critical security updates for its macOS and iOS platforms, addressing two actively exploited vulnerabilities.

20 Nov 2024

Google Gemini

Google's AI chatbot Gemini gets memory feature: How it works

Google has added a new capability to its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Gemini.

19 Nov 2024

YouTube

Want to browse YouTube in Incognito mode? Here's how 

YouTube's Incognito mode is a handy feature that lets you browse the platform without your account activity affecting your browsing experience.

19 Nov 2024

Amazon

Perplexity's AI-powered search platform now offers one-click shopping 

Perplexity, an AI-driven search engine, has introduced a new shopping feature, but only for its premium users in the US.

19 Nov 2024

Instagram

How to prevent Instagram photos from appearing on Google Search

Instagram, one of the most popular photo and video-sharing platforms, has a feature that lets content from public accounts get indexed by search engines like Google.

19 Nov 2024

Android

Why Google is merging Chrome OS with Android

Google is said to be working on merging its two operating systems - Android and Chrome OS.

19 Nov 2024

Android

US government wants Google to sell Chrome to end monopoly

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is said to be planning to seek a judicial order, forcing Google to divest its Chrome internet browser.

18 Nov 2024

Cybersecurity

Stay safe! Google issues advisory about latest online scam tactics

Google has launched a new campaign to educate users about the latest online fraud tactics and make them digitally safe.

17 Nov 2024

Technology

How to permanently delete your Dropbox account

Dropbox, one of the most popular cloud storage platforms, provides users with the option to store, sync, and share files across devices.

17 Nov 2024

Gmail

Gmail to let you create temporary addresses for added privacy

Google is said to be working on a new feature for its Gmail service, called "Shield Email."

16 Nov 2024

Samsung

Samsung XR glasses specs revealed in a new leak

Samsung is reportedly working on its new XR glasses in collaboration with Google. The smart eyewear is expected to enter the market in the second half of 2025.

16 Nov 2024

Technology

Google now adds 'Sending as' profile notice to messages

Google has added a new feature to its messaging app, Google Messages, as reported by 9to5Google.

16 Nov 2024

World

'Human...please die': AI chatbot tells user seeking help for homework 

A Michigan-based college student, Vidhay Reddy, was left shaken after a disturbing interaction with Google's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Gemini.

16 Nov 2024

Google Docs

Google Docs now lets you create AI-generated images

Google Workspace is getting a new feature that will let you generate AI-powered images right inside Google Docs.

How will the EU regulate AI? Draft guidance offers insights

The European Union (EU) has released the first draft of its Code of Practice for general-purpose artificial intelligence (AI) models.

14 Nov 2024

Android

Google's new feature can detect malicious apps in real-time

In a major upgrade, Google has enhanced its malware detection capabilities to catch increasingly sophisticated threats on Android devices.

14 Nov 2024

Google News

Google to exclude EU publishers from news results in 'test'

Google will be running a "small, time-limited test" excluding results from EU-based news publishers.

13 Nov 2024

Google News

Google News VP resigns amid rising tensions with publishers

Shailesh Prakash, the former Vice President and General Manager of Google News, has resigned amidst rising tensions between Google and news publishers.

Why Google gave $1M to an Indian non-profit AI start-up

Google.org, the philanthropic arm of tech giant Google, has given $1 million to Karya.

12 Nov 2024

Wikipedia

Google's latest AI tool can act as your teacher

Google has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Learn About.

Google Play Store to soon let you resume canceled downloads

Google is said to be working on a new feature for its Play Store, one that would enhance the experience of downloading apps.