Google Assistant: News
16 Mar 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningHow will voice assistants fare against AI chatbots in future
Generative AI is the talk of the town. AI chatbots that can answer questions and complete tasks with alacrity have caught the imagination of everyone.
25 Dec 2022
SmartwatchesBoult Rover smartwatch introduced in India: Should you buy?
India-based Boult has made its latest smartwatch, called the Boult Rover, available for purchase.
02 Sep 2022
Sony#DealOfTheDay: Sony's premium Bluetooth speaker is available with 50% discount
A good Bluetooth speaker can bring high-quality, full-range audio into your room by establishing a wireless connection with your smartphone or TV or other compatible gadgets.
31 Jul 2022
Amazon AlexaPTron Tangent Duo neckband, with 24-hour playback, launched in India
PTron has introduced the new Tangent Duo wireless Bluetooth neckband in India. The earphones are up for grabs via Amazon.
25 Jul 2022
SonySony BRAVIA XR-A80K smart TV launched in India: Check price
Sony has launched the BRAVIA XR-A80K as its latest smart TV in India.
23 Jul 2022
Latest Tech NewsFire-Boltt Visionary smartwatch launched in India: Check price and features
The Fire-Boltt Visionary smartwatch has been introduced in India officially.
21 Jul 2022
Android#DealOfTheDay: Echo Buds (2nd Gen) available at Rs. 6,500 discount
Amazon has made its Echo devices available for purchase with steep discounts, ahead of its upcoming Prime Day sale.
11 Jul 2022
Technology#DealOfTheDay: This robotic vacuum cleaner is cheaper by Rs. 45,000
Amazon's best-seller ECOVACS DEEBOT U2 PRO robotic vacuum cleaner is currently available for purchase with a massive discount. In fact, with this deal, you can get one for under Rs. 20,000.
06 May 2022
GoogleGoogle Assistant can now automatically change your compromised passwords
A Google Assistant feature that automates the process of changing passwords that have been compromised is getting a wider release, according to Android Police.
30 Jun 2021
Shashi TharoorGoogle admits that employees listen to some 'Ok Google' queries
We previously reported that a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology had summoned executives of Silicon Valley giants Facebook and Google to discuss the safety of citizens and their rights online.
15 May 2021
GoogleHere's everything that could be featured at Google I/O 2021
Google canceled its conference for developers called Google I/O last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, this year's event keynote will begin at 1 PM Eastern Time (ET) on May 18.
29 Apr 2021
GoogleYou can teach Google Assistant to pronounce contact names right
Search giant Google has improved its artificial intelligence-powered voice assistant. This allows the Google Assistant to pronounce difficult contact names, while also keeping a track of the context of your conversations with it.
10 Jan 2021
NetflixSony announces BRAVIA XR LED TVs powered by 'cognitive intelligence'
Sony has announced its latest generation BRAVIA XR range of smart televisions. The line-up includes LED and OLED models, ranging from 50 inches to 100 inches with up to 8K resolution.
27 Nov 2020
GoogleNokia Smart TV 75-inch launched in Europe
Nokia brand-licensee StreamView has launched the 75-inch model of the Nokia Smart TV in Europe. The Android-powered television will go on sale from December 1.
09 Oct 2020
MicrosoftNewsBytes Briefing: Indian pathology lab exposes patient data, and more
Last night, leading Indian lab testing company Dr. Lal PathLabs was caught exposing confidential patient data through an unprotected storage bucket on Amazon Web Services.
01 Oct 2020
GoogleNow, Google Assistant takes care of calls placed on hold
At last night's event, Google showcased plenty of hardware, starting from new 5G-capable Pixel phones to Nest Audio.
29 Sep 2020
XiaomiXiaomi launches smart speaker, smartwatch, soap dispenser, shoes, and more
Xiaomi has launched a flurry of products today in India.
07 Sep 2020
IndiaXiaomi Mi TV 4A Horizon Edition televisions launched in India
Expanding its line-up of smart televisions in India, Xiaomi has launched its Mi TV 4A Horizon Edition series in 32-inch and 43-inch sizes.
21 Aug 2020
LGLG K31, with Helio P22 chipset and dual cameras, launched
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, LG has launched the K31 model in the US.
14 Aug 2020
Qualcomm#Review: Mivi DuoPods M80, feature-packed TWS buds at affordable price
Homegrown electronics brand Mivi has expanded its product portfolio with a new pair of truly wireless earbuds - the DuoPods M80.
05 Aug 2020
XiaomiXiaomi takes on Amazon with affordable new 'Mi TV Stick'
In a bid to cash in on the surging demand of smart televisions, Chinese giant Xiaomi has launched 'Mi TV Stick' in India.
05 Aug 2020
SonySony's latest 55-inch 4K TV comes with content upscaling technology
Expanding its line-up of Android TVs in India, Sony has launched a 55-inch smart television in the country.
21 Jul 2020
GoogleGoogle brings Lens-based translation to KaiOS feature phones
Google has announced a handy new capability for KaiOS-powered feature phones — Lens-based translation and reading.
10 Jul 2020
GoogleGoogle Home's Nest-branded successor officially revealed: Details here
In a major surprise, Google has officially confirmed the existence of a new Nest-branded smart speaker.
16 Jun 2020
GoogleGoogle is developing 'Prince', a premium smart speaker for homes
Despite the hiccups stemming from the novel coronavirus pandemic, Google is moving aggressively to expand its footprint in the smart home category.
02 Jun 2020
GoogleFeature drop: Google announces new capabilities for Pixel phones
After successful releases in December and March, Google is proceeding with the third 'feature drop' for Pixel phones.
27 May 2020
SecuritySoon, Google Assistant will confirm purchases with your voice
In a bid to enable a hands-free shopping experience, Google is working to add a new capability into Assistant, a feature that verifies your voice to authorize a purchase.
19 May 2020
GoogleGoogle makes 'easier' Nest Hub for senior citizens: Here's how
In a world plagued by COVID-19, video-calling apps like Google Duo, Meet, Zoom are the only tools keeping us connected.
22 Apr 2020
TwitterGoogle launches feature to adjust 'Hey Google' detection sensitivity
Finally, Google is offering the long-awaited ability to adjust 'Hey Google' wake word detection sensitivity on Assistant-powered smart speakers and displays.
20 Apr 2020
ICICI BankNow, ICICI Bank customers can ask Alexa for bank balance
In a push towards smarter user experiences, ICICI Bank has enabled AI-backed voice banking capabilities.
15 Apr 2020
GoogleAll you need to know about OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z
Alongside its latest flagship smartphones, OnePlus has also launched a new pair of Bluetooth earphones. Dubbed as the Bullets Wireless Z, the model comes as a more affordable version of the Bullets Wireless 2.
14 Apr 2020
GoogleNow, you can 'call' Google Assistant for food/night shelter locations
A few days back, Google had introduced the ability to use Maps, Google Assistant, or Search to look up the locations of food and night shelters across 33 Indian cities.
12 Apr 2020
WhatsApp#WeeklyRecap: New CoronaOven, Apple-Google collaboration, WhatsApp's restrictions, and more
This week, the tech industry continued its fight against coronavirus with innovative new solutions and technologies.
06 Apr 2020
Google MapsGoogle starts showing food, night shelters on Maps: Details here
In a bid to support the underprivileged during the nation-wide lockdown enforced by the Indian government, Google has started showing the location of food and night shelters on Maps.
21 Mar 2020
GoogleGoogle I/O 2020 canceled entirely, due to coronavirus outbreak
Google has decided to cancel I/O 2020 - its biggest annual event - in its entirety.
18 Mar 2020
GoogleNokia launches its wallet-friendly C2 handset: Details here
HMD Global, Nokia's brand licensee, has unveiled a new wallet-friendly smartphone, the Nokia C2.
13 Mar 2020
YouTubeGoogle Assistant rapping on Eminem's Godzilla!
After handling day to day tasks and activities, Google Assistant is beginning to show its creative side.
08 Mar 2020
iOS#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Google I/O cancellation, Twitter's 'stories', costlier iPhones, and more
This week, we have witnessed the continued impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the global tech industry.
06 Mar 2020
GoogleGoogle's truly wireless Pixel Buds: Launch date, price, and features
Google's Pixel Buds, which were announced alongside the Pixel 4 series in October last year, are expected to be launched in the coming months.
17 Feb 2020
TechnologyWant to avoid eavesdropping? Try the novel 'mic-jamming' bracelet
Despite being incredibly helpful, smart home devices carry the risk of abuse - cases where hackers exploit bugs and listen to private/intimate conversations of unsuspecting people.