Google Assistant: News

30 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Mi Smart Bedside Lamp 2 launched in India via crowdfunding

Expanding its product portfolio, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Smart Bedside Lamp 2 in India via its crowdfunding platform.

30 Oct 2019

Google

Now, you can instruct Google Assistant to give shorter responses

At the recent Pixel 4 event, Google unveiled a completely new avatar of Google Assistant with fancy capabilities.

22 Oct 2019

Google

Hackers can spy on you via Alexa, Google Assistant

Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa dominate as two incredibly impressive AI-powered voice assistants.

21 Oct 2019

Samsung

Flipkart sale: Massive discount on Samsung's 'The Frame' QLED TV

If you're planning to buy a premium TV, here's an unmissable deal for you.

20 Oct 2019

iOS

Banana Phone is banana-shaped Bluetooth headset for weird gadget lovers

There's a bunch of weird gadgets out there and the Banana Phone has to be somewhere on the top.

18 Oct 2019

India

Pixel 4 v/s iPhone 11: Which one should you buy?

Following weeks of leaks, Google has finally launched its flagship Pixel 4 smartphone. The new model comes as a significant upgrade to the Pixel 3 with a new design, face unlock feature, a high refresh rate screen, faster Google Assistant, radar-assisted touchless gestures, and a dual-camera system.

17 Oct 2019

Google

Good news! Old Pixel phones will get Pixel 4's features

Google's latest flagship phones, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, have gone official with some new hardware and software features including Motion Sense, IR-based Face Unlock, Astrophotography, on-device Google Assistant, and more.

16 Oct 2019

Google

This bug lets Google Assistant listen in on your conversations

Google, carries a critical security issue.

14 Oct 2019

Flipkart

Amazon, Flipkart sale: Top deals on best-selling Android TVs

The festive season is on, and as is always the case, the e-commerce giants are in a fierce battle with each other to attract buyers.

13 Oct 2019

Google

#TechBytes: Why Google Assistant is better than Siri and Alexa

We all see Google Assistant as a 'digital butler' that can do a range of tasks on a single command.

12 Oct 2019

Google

Soon, your Android TV will get Google Assistant routines

Google Assistant routines come extremely handy in getting a range of actions done with a single command or phrase.

10 Oct 2019

Google

You can ask Google Assistant to move music between speakers

Google is adding a handy new capability into Assistant, a feature that would let you take your music, be it an audio or video, to every room in your home.

05 Oct 2019

LG

These LG wireless earbuds come with a self-cleaning feature

While several new wireless earbuds are attracting buyers with high-quality audio capabilities, better design, and long-lasting battery life, LG's latest offering is aimed at germaphobes.

02 Oct 2019

Google Maps

Is Google finally serious about users' privacy? We doubt

On the eve of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Google announced new features for its three key products - YouTube, Assistant, and Maps.

01 Oct 2019

Google

Now, Levi's jackets can answer calls, take selfies for you

Popular clothing brand Levi's has announced a new line of smart 'Trucker' jackets.

29 Sep 2019

Amazon

Amazon, Flipkart sale: Top deals on 55-inch 4K Android TVs

With festive season just around the corner, Amazon and Flipkart have kicked off the Great Indian Festival and The Big Billion Days sales, respectively.

26 Sep 2019

Amazon

From eyeglasses to ring, these are Amazon's new Alexa-powered devices

Amazon is taking on Google and Apple like never before!

24 Sep 2019

Google

Google giving more control over Assistant recording review: Here's how

Just like Apple, Google has also drawn flak for getting private Assistant conversations reviewed and transcribed by human contractors.

22 Sep 2019

India

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Vikram Lander update, Google for India, OnePlus TV, more

The third week of September was a tad quiet but did witness some interesting launches, including that of Motorola's first-ever line of TVs.

20 Sep 2019

India

Now, you can "call" Google Assistant from a feature phone

In a major move, Google Assistant will now be available in India via a phone call. Sounds regressive? Well, it does make a lot of business sense.

18 Sep 2019

India

Now, you can talk to Alexa in Hindi: Details here

Amazon's Alexa voice assistant can now take and answer commands in Hindi.

17 Sep 2019

Google Pixel

Google to launch Pixel 4, 4 XL on October 15

Google will unveil its latest flagship phones, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, at an event on October 15 in New York, according to media invites sent by the company.

13 Sep 2019

Android TV

Android TV v/s Smart TV: Which one should you buy?

There were times when a good television was as good as the display it offered. However, that isn't true for modern televisions.

09 Sep 2019

Google

Now, Google Assistant will deal with 'on-hold' calls for you

In a matter of weeks, Google would unveil its next flagship, the Pixel 4, with some mind-boggling capabilities.

06 Sep 2019

HMD Global

IFA 2019: HMD Global launches three new Nokia feature phones

HMD Global has been reviving classic Nokia phones and the latest handsets to get a modern avatar are the Nokia 110 (2019), 800 Tough, and 2720 Flip.

31 Aug 2019

India

OnePlus is set to change the TV market: Here's how

In a matter of weeks, Chinese giant OnePlus is expected to barge into the smart television category by unveiling the super-impressive OnePlus TV.

26 Aug 2019

India

Google Nest Hub launched in India for Rs. 10,000

Expanding its portfolio of smart devices in India, Google has launched its Nest Hub in the country for Rs. 9,999.

22 Aug 2019

Google

Everything to know about Google Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL

Google's upcoming flagships Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL are two of the most anticipated smartphones of 2019.

19 Aug 2019

Google

Google Assistant nails IQ test, beats both Alexa and Siri

AI-based voice assistants power modern-day gadgets and make them truly smart in ways more than you can imagine.

06 Aug 2019

WhatsApp

Now, Google Assistant can read out WhatsApp messages for you

Google Assistant, the AI-backed digital helper from Google, is getting a minor but very useful capability - the ability to read out messages.

05 Aug 2019

Google Pixel

Everything to know about Google Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL

Google is working to launch its most-advanced smartphones till date, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, sometime in fall this year.

04 Aug 2019

Google Home

Here's how to turn your normal TV into smart TV

For some reason, if you haven't been able to upgrade from your old, boring, normal TV to a feature-rich smart TV, you're not alone.

04 Aug 2019

Google

Now, you can stop Amazon employees from hearing Alexa conversations

If you use AI assistants (Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant), you probably know that the companies behind them hear your conversations.

29 Jul 2019

Google Maps

#NewsBytesExplainer: What is KaiOS and why is it so popular

From Maps to AI assistants, Android/iOS smartphones bring everything into the palm of our hands.

23 Jul 2019

Google

Soon, Google Assistant will let you text from lockscreen

Even with all the fancy features, Google Assistant misses the ability to handle commands from the lockscreen.

17 Jul 2019

India

Soon, Amazon's Alexa will start talking in Hindi

Alexa, the AI powering Amazon's Echo line of smart speakers, will soon start talking in Hindi, one of the most spoken languages in India.

10 Jul 2019

Google

This is our first look at Google's Pixel 4 XL

Thanks to Google, we have already seen the rear of the upcoming Pixel 4. And now, courtesy tipster @OnLeaks, we know how the front side of the Pixel 4 XL model will look like.

08 Jul 2019

India

Sony earphones are a better (hence more expensive) AirPods alternative

Sony has gradually worked its way up to become one of the world's leading audio equipment manufacturers. Its recently launched over-ear WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones are a proof.

02 Jul 2019

India

Top five voice-controlled TVs you can buy in India

In the last couple of years, voice control has advanced from a flashy gimmick to a dependable assistant. The technology is now a mainstream feature in smartphones and has even trickled down to other home products like speakers and televisions.

25 Jun 2019

India

These are Samsung's new 'SmartThings' for your home

Samsung is expanding its 'SmartThings' line of connected gadgets with three new products - a camera, Wi-Fi smart plug, and smart bulb.