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This Pixel-exclusive feature may soon come to other Android smartphones
Google Labs is currently experimenting with a feature called "Talk to a live representative," according to the X user Sterling (@GreenShades9).
Google Messages to let users edit what they've recently sent
Google is said to be developing a new feature for its messaging app, allowing users to edit recently sent messages, according to TheSpAndroid blog post.
How Google's Gemini 1.5 AI model fares against its predecessor
US tech giant Google has unveiled its upgraded AI model, Gemini 1.5, a mere two months after the debut of the original Gemini.
Meet Stract: An open-source search engine taking on Google
Stract is a new open-source search engine created by Mikkel Denker, a coder from the Technical University of Denmark.
Google's Gemini retains even deleted conversations for up to 3-years
Google's AI assistant, Gemini, has a privacy policy that might surprise you.
Google to expand Gemini AI app's availability to headphones
Google's Gemini app is gearing up to extend its reach to headphones.
Meet Goody-2: The 'most responsible' AI chatbot redefining ethical boundaries
AI chatbots like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini are becoming increasingly powerful.
Gemini has access to these Google Assistant features: Check list
Gemini, on Android, offers some key Google Assistant features by directing commands.
Google rebrands AI chatbot Bard as Gemini, launches new app
Google has renamed its AI chatbot Bard as Gemini, giving a new identity to its ChatGPT rival.
PhonePe to launch its Android app store on February 21
Walmart-owned PhonePe is gearing up to launch its Android app marketplace, Indus Appstore, on February 21 to take on Google's stronghold in the app market.
Ex-Google news director cites AI as biggest threat to journalism
Jim Albrecht, a former Google news director, has shared his concerns in a Washington Post opinion piece about the potential threat of AI-generated content to journalism.
Denmark might ban Chromebooks in schools over student data usage
Denmark's privacy watchdog, Datatilsysnet, has decided that cities must ensure better privacy protection before using Google services that could expose children's data.
YouTube makes a U-turn, now mulling Apple Vision Pro app
Google has confirmed plans to create a native YouTube app for Apple's Vision Pro headset, after initially stating they had no intentions of doing so.
Google Chat for Android introduces ability to star messages
Google Chat's Android app now offers users the facility to star messages in one-on-one, group, or Spaces conversations.
Google Maps on Android Auto widely rolling out 3D buildings
Google Maps on Android Auto is widely expanding its 3D buildings feature, making it more accessible during navigation to enhance the car driving experience.
OnePlus 12 gets AI-powered features with latest software update
OnePlus is stepping up its game with the February ColorOS (or OxygenOS) update for its OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 series smartphones, incorporating several AI-powered features.
Samsung smart TVs to lose Google Assistant starting March
Samsung has revealed that starting March 1, 2024, Google Assistant will no longer be accessible on its smart TVs due to a shift in Google's policy, per its support page.
You can now create images using Google Bard: Here's how
Google Bard now boasts AI image generation rivaling ChatGPT Plus, which has offered this feature for some time.
Google Translate now automatically detects and translates languages during conversations
Google Translate's version 8.0 has brought a revamped Conversation mode. It allows users to "automatically detect and translate languages as you converse."
Google Maps embraces generative AI to enhance local discovery
Google Maps is launching a new AI-powered feature to help users discover exciting places based on their search queries.
YouTube TV lets users pick which games to watch simultaneously
YouTube TV has revamped its multi-view feature, giving users the ability to personalize their sports viewing experience by selecting their preferred combination of broadcasts.
Google spent $2.1 billion on layoffs and severance in 2023
Google has shelled out a whopping $2.1 billion on severance and related costs for laying off over 12,000 employees throughout 2023.
Fitbit Charge 5's latest update renders device unusable
A recent software update for Fitbit Charge 5 has left over 100 users frustrated, as their devices have become practically unusable.
US begins H-1B visa renewal drive domestically for 20,000 applicants
The United States (US) Department of State has launched a five-week pilot program enabling H-1B workers, including Indian nationals, to renew their visas without leaving the country.
Microsoft Edge accused of importing Google Chrome tabs without permission
Microsoft Edge has been found to import Chrome tabs without user permission, as discovered by Tom Warren, a Senior Editor at The Verge.
First Chromecast with Google TV update of 2024 rolled out
Google has released the first Chromecast with Google TV 4K update of 2024, labeled STTL.231114.004.
Why the tech industry is conducting mass layoffs in 2024?
In January 2024, roughly 100 tech companies, including Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce, have laid off around 25,000 employees, reports layoffs.fyi.
Here's when Pixel smartphone users will get Assistant with Bard
Google announced Assistant with Bard in October during the Pixel 8 series launch event.
Why Google's Lumiere AI video generator is better than rivals
Google recently unveiled Lumiere, an innovative AI video generator that uses a space-time diffusion model to create realistic videos.
Samsung S24 picks Baidu's AI over Google Gemini in China
Samsung is shaking things up in China by choosing Baidu's AI chatbot "Ernie" over Google's Gemini to power its Galaxy AI software for the latest Galaxy S24 series, per CNBC.
Salesforce cuts 700 jobs as downsizing continues in tech industry
Cloud-based software giant Salesforce is set to lay off nearly 700 employees, per The Wall Street Journal.
Google Pixel users face storage bug after January 2024 update
Google Pixel users have hit a snag after installing the January 2024 Google Play system update.
YouTube app crashing on Android phones for some users
Recently, some Android users have been experiencing issues with the YouTube app crashing, leading to frustration for those who depend on it daily.
Google's Pixel feature drop brings Circle to Search, Magic Compose
Google has announced its newest feature drop for the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro handsets, including Circle to Search, Magic Compose, and more.
Google Pixel 8a to look similar to Pixel 8
The retail box of Google's Pixel 8a has been leaked online, showcasing a design similar to the Pixel 8.
Google Pixel 9 Pro previewed in leaked renders: Expected features
Google will launch its Pixel 9 smartphone series in the second half of 2024.
Google's Gboard is developing a 'Seamless Voice Typing' feature
Google's Android keyboard app, Gboard, is developing a "seamless voice typing" feature to allow users to start dictating without manually activating voice typing each time.
Google Messages' notification bug removes 'Reply' option for some users
Some Android users have encountered a bug in Google Messages that removes the inline "Reply" option from notifications.
Meta to let EU users unlink Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger
Meta is making some changes for European Union (EU) users ahead of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) implementation in March.
Google antitrust case: SC to hear appeals starting April 30
The Supreme Court is set to hear Google's appeal against the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) order starting April 30.