Google announced a new program for developers to certify their apps as being “family-friendly” by submitting their apps to an additional review. The designation will make its way onto the applications page on the Google Play Store.
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Google unveils Internet of Things platform “Project Brillo”, developer preview in Q3
Google at I/O 2015 has announced its rumoured Internet of things (IoT) platform called Project Brillo with a goal to offer a simple platform for connected home devices and more. Continue reading “Google unveils Internet of Things platform “Project Brillo”, developer preview in Q3”
Google Now introduces the “Now on tap” feature – Shows you contextual information in one click
Google has just announced a new feature for Google Now at the I/O conference in San Francisco. The feature is called “Now on tap” and what it basically does is show you contextual information in one single click.
Google unveils unlimited photo and video storage service Google Photos
Google has officially launched its standalone photo storage service called as Google Photos. The service automatically backs up and syncs unlimited photos and videos.
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Google announces mobile payment service Android Pay
Google has finally taken the wraps off Android Pay mobile payment service at the ongoing I/O conference. The service lets users pay safely and securely with their Android phones.
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Google exec seals the deal on “buy” button in mobile search
It official, Google search ads will soon feature a “buy” button. Omid Kordestani, SVP and Chief Business Officer, Google has confirmed that the “Buy” button will be soon integrated on mobile search results.
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Google and Apple said to give its mobile payment services an overhaul
Google is said to announce a new mobile payment service at the I/O conference scheduled on 28 an 29 May. Now a new report from New York Times states that the search giant will launch Android Pay and revamp Google Wallet with different featuers.
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Google slashes price of Project Tango Tablet to US$512 – Now available without invitation
Google had initially sold the Project Tango Tablet Development Kit for US$ 1024 to people who received the invite back in April. But now they have slashed the price in half as it now costs just US$ 512 and is available without an invitation.
Android M said to debut Granular Permission Control
Google is expected to introduce Android M at the I/O conference between 28th and 29th of May. Lots of speculations and reports have been swirling the online world about the next Android OS and today a report from Android Police claims another new feature.
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Google’s upcoming Photo App for Android screenshots surface in new leak
Last week it was reported that Google is working on a standalone photo sharing and storage service that will be launched at upcoming I/O conference. Now, screenshots of the Photo app has been leaked by Android Police that gives us a sneak peek.
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Android M might come with update guarantees for Nexus devices
Google is rumored to be announcing the next version of Android called M at the I/O which is happening in San Francisco on the 28th of May and apparently it will come with an update guarantee for Nexus devices.
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Google reportedly set to unveil Android-based ‘Brillo’ OS for IoT devices next week
Google is reportedly developing a new OS named ‘Brillo’ to power any electronic device that can connect to the Internet aka Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Continue reading “Google reportedly set to unveil Android-based ‘Brillo’ OS for IoT devices next week”
Elephone P8000 announced – Worldmode LTE and 4200mAH battery for US$210
Elephone has just announced the P8000 which is powered by a Mediatek MT6753 SoC. The MT6753 is basically an under-clocked MT6752 SoC but with Worldmode LTE support and the P8000 is one of the first phones to implement it. This means that it will work with 4G networks across the globe.
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Google Maps now adds live traffic updates and alternate route options
Google has just introduced live traffic updates as well as alternate route suggestions for Google Maps. Live traffic alerts will allow you to avoid traffic jams and make sure that you reach your destination on time.
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Google releases Android 5.1.1 factory images for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2012 (3G), Nexus 7 2013 (LTE)
Google has released factory images of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2012 (3G), and Nexus 7 2013 (LTE) devices. The OTA update should also start to roll out for these devices now.
