Just after the existing dialogue boxes were found to have violated EU data laws, Google is introducing additional options to prevent browser cookies in Europe. Previously this year, Google was sanctioned €150 million ($170 million) by France’s data protection agency CNIL for using imprecise syntax in cookie banners. Continue reading “Google introduces “reject all” tracking cookies option in Europe”
According to reports, Google is clamping down on third-party call recording apps for Android devices. As of May 11, third-party apps will no longer be able to offer the call recording ability. One such change has been made to the Google Play Store, one of which aims to eliminate call recording apps on Android. Due to the new policy, apps on the Play Store are no longer allowed to use the Accessibility API for call recording. Continue reading “Google to kill call recording Android apps starting May 11”
Google has announced the launch of a new multisearch feature aimed at assisting users with challenging web searches. While searching for something in a different color or even a new piece of furniture that matches what you currently have in your home is normally a simple procedure, it’s not always the case. Google is attempting to make those searches easier with multisearch by utilizing AI. Continue reading “Google multisearch lets you search using text and images at the same time”
YouTube has begun testing a new feature that allows users to express reactions during certain points in a video. Similar in style to Facebook Live and Twitch, each video’s comment section will have a separate reaction pane that will display emoji reactions by the time. Continue reading “YouTube is testing emoji-based ‘Timed Reactions’ for videos”
The latest report from 9to5 Google suggests that Google may introduce the option to transfer photos from iCloud to Drive by introducing a proprietary app named “Switch to Android”. The report comes as a result of decompiling the latest version of the Data Transfer Tool app, which is available on the Play Store for transferring data from Android to Android devices. Continue reading “Google’s ‘Switch to Android’ iOS app might bring iCloud to Google Photos transfer”
To date, numerous new features have been tested on Google Chrome on the Android platform. One such feature that showed up recently is the “Close all tabs” function. However, there are reports that many are accidentally tapping on the option. Continue reading “Google Chrome for Android to get ‘Close all tabs’ warning”
It seems Google is working on a new device similar to Chromecast with Google TV. In 2020, Google launched a Chromecast with Google TV support, but many criticised it for the lack of storage. Continue reading “Google reportedly working on a new Chromecast powered by Google TV”
In general, Google Chrome receives its new milestone related to stability, security, or speed every six weeks. However, moving forward, the company has announced that it will be moving to a faster release cycle by shipping a new milestone every four weeks, starting with Chrome 94 in Q3 of 2021. Continue reading “Google shortens Chrome’s release cycle by two weeks”
Apple has recently started offering a way that let iCloud users transfer their photos and videos to Google Photos quickly and easily. Continue reading “Apple launches new service that lets you automatically transfer your photos from iCloud to Google Photos”
In a recent development, Samsung Display is reportedly working on developing foldable OLED panels for companies like Google, Xiaomi, and OPPO. According to the report, smartphones with these panels will be launched this year. Continue reading “Samsung to reportedly supply foldable OLED panels for Xiaomi, Google and OPPO”
Update: September 10, 2019 — Google has confirmed that Play Pass subscription service is coming soon without revealing the exact launch date. Continue reading “Google to offer ‘Play Pass’ subscription service for premium apps and games [Update: Confirmed to launch soon]”
Update: June 12, 2019 — Google has announced that Dynamic email in Gmail will be available for everyone and will be on by default for all domains.
Google is finally bringing the Google Fit app on iOS in an attempt to help people reduce the risk of heart disease, improve sleep and increase overall mental health. The app consists of two smart activity goals: Move Minutes and Heart Points. Continue reading “Google rolls out Google Fit app for iOS with Apple Health and Apple Watch integration”
With few changes made on licensing to comply with the European Commission’s ruling last year, Google has started rolling out new screens to Android users in Europe with an option to download search apps and browsers. Continue reading “Google rolls out ‘search app and browser options’ to Android users in Europe”
After shutting down Google+, Google has unveiled Currents, a G Suite app that enables people to have meaningful discussions and interactions across your organisation, helping keep everyone in the know and giving leaders the opportunity to connect with their employees. Continue reading “Google unveils Currents app, an enterprise replacement for Google+”
