Google has officially acquired, mobile payment solution company Softcard following reports last month. Softcard is backed by Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Google has launched YouTube Kids app on Android and iOS. The new app that was expected to be released today is aimed especially at children.
Google is gearing up to launch a new YouTube app that is aimed specifically at kids, according to a report from USA Today. Dubbed as YouTube Kids, the app will be launched on February 23.
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Google has added a couple of minor tweaks to Google Drive companion apps. The Docs, Sheets and Slide Android apps are getting few additions to enhance the user experience.
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Google is expanding the availability of Inbox to more devices. The standalone email app from the company is now coming to iPad and Android tablets.
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Google has started rolling out Android Wear 5.0.2 update for several smartwatches. The latest update is coming to Samsung Gear Live, LG G Watch, Moto 360 and the Sony Smartwatch 3.
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Google is pulling the plug on Google Helpouts service on April 20th. The service uses Google Hangouts video chat to connect consumers with experts online.
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It seems like Apple is following the footsteps of Google and working on self driving car, as per a report from Reuters. The company is said to be in talks with automotive experts and suppliers for the same.
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Google is bidding adieu to the famous Google Talk for Windows. The popular chatting app aka GTalk for Windows PC will be taken down on February 23.
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It seems like Google is trying to expand its Android One initiative with more features. As per a latest report from The Information, Google will make data usage free for some apps on Android One devices.
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Google is developing a mobile payment service, according to a latest report from The Information. Dubbed as ‘Plaso’, the service will allow users to make payments from your Android phone by simply saying your initials at the payment counter.
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Google’s much anticipated I/O developer conference will take place on May 28 and 29 in San Fransisco. The company’s head of Chrome and Android, Sundar Pichai posted the official dates on Google+.
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Google has acquired photo sharing service Odysee for an undisclosed sum. Present on Android and iOS, the Odysee app allows users to backup and share photos and videos offline.
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Google has updated Maps for Android with new features. The company is adding integration for Local Guides service that has users reviewing local businesses and share them with others.
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Google has acquired Launchpad Toys, a kids storytelling app maker for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 2010, Launchpad Toys makes popular mobile apps for children including an augmented reality app called TeleStory.
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