Google Assistant: News
Xiaomi 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.
LG K31, with Helio P22 chipset and dual cameras, launched
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, LG has launched the K31 model in the US.
#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.
Xiaomi 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.
Sony'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.
Google 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.
Google 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.
Google 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.
Feature 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.
Soon, 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.
Google 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.
Google 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.
Now, 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.
All 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.
Now, 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.
#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.
Google 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.
Google I/O 2020 canceled entirely, due to coronavirus outbreak
Google has decided to cancel I/O 2020 - its biggest annual event - in its entirety.
Nokia launches its wallet-friendly C2 handset: Details here
HMD Global, Nokia's brand licensee, has unveiled a new wallet-friendly smartphone, the Nokia C2.
Google Assistant rapping on Eminem's Godzilla!
After handling day to day tasks and activities, Google Assistant is beginning to show its creative side.
#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.
Google'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.
Want 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.
Tata Sky Binge+ available at discounted price for existing users
Tata Sky's Android-based set-top box (STB), which was launched last month, is now available with an attractive upgrade offer.
Apparently, Siri and Cortana are really bad at first-aid advice
While modern-day smart assistants can handle a number of queries, they are not really good at first-aid advice.
Google I/O 2020 set to kick off on May 12
Google I/O 2020, the next developer conference hosted by the internet giant, is set to kick off on May 12.
#CES2020: Google is not making Assistant smarter, but more useful
This year, Google's blitz at CES was more about making Assistant useful in homes than showing off fancy tricks.
Tata Sky launches Android-based set-top box for Rs. 6,000
Tata Sky has launched its own Android-based Binge+ set-top box in India today as it takes on Airtel's Xstream Box and Dish TV's SMRT Hub.
Best USB Type-C headphones you can buy in India
With more and more smartphone manufacturers killing the headphone jack, the market of alternative audio solutions is in chaos.
Apple, Google, Amazon teaming up to build open smart home
In a major move, Apple, Google, and Amazon are teaming up for a project to create open smart homes.
Now, you can ask Google Assistant to be your interpreter
Earlier this year, Google announced a new 'Interpreter Mode' to turn its AI-powered Assistant into a translator for people.
Now, hear Samuel L. Jackson's voice on your Echo device
If you are tired of listening to the usual voice of Alexa on your Echo device, there is now an alternative - Samuel L. Jackson.
Will Realme Buds Air be Android's very own AirPods?
Realme's first-ever truly wireless earbuds, the Realme Buds Air, is set to be launched in India on December 17.
Android One-based Nokia 2.3, with two-day battery life, goes official
As an addition to its portfolio of smartphones, HMD Global has launched the Android One-based Nokia 2.3 at an event in Cairo, yesterday.
HP Chromebook x360, with Google Assistant, launched in India
American tech giant HP has launched its latest Chromebook x360 laptop in India.
Mi Smart LED Desk Lamp 1S launched via Mi Crowdfunding
As the latest addition to its portfolio of smart home products, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Smart LED Desk Lamp 1S in India today via the company's crowdfunding platform.
Now, read to your kid from anywhere using Google Assistant
While Google Assistant is known for bringing interesting new capabilities for all its users, it is focusing on a specific group this time around - parents.
How Alexa, Google Assistant can be hacked using lasers/flashlight
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple's Siri have long drawn flak, primarily due to concerns around how they store/use our intimate user conversations.
Flipkart to soon launch Nokia-branded smart TVs in India
Flipkart has partnered with Nokia to launch the Finnish tech giant's smart TVs in India.
Top smart TVs available in India under Rs. 20,000
Thanks to competition among manufacturers and fast-evolving technology, our budget TVs are no more the idiot boxes of yesteryears.