Android Marshmallow adoption hits 7.5%, Lollipop drops to 35.6%

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Google is out with Android distribution numbers for the month of May. Marshmallow 6.0 is continuing to increase its share and is now present on 7.5% of Android devices, up from 4.6% in April. Continue reading “Android Marshmallow adoption hits 7.5%, Lollipop drops to 35.6%”

Google Keyboard v5.0 gets one-handed mode and new features

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Google Keyboard has received a major update with new features and improvements. The update that bumps the app to V5.0 brings one-handed mode, new gestures, UI tweaks and more.

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Google patents an electronic device to inject directly into eyes for better vision

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Google has filed patent for an electronic device that can be directly injected into the eyeballs and replace the lens. The patent was filed in 2014 and published last week. Continue reading “Google patents an electronic device to inject directly into eyes for better vision”

Xiaomi Mi 5 open sale, Sundar Pichai’s vision for Google and more – FoneArena Daily

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Check out the new FoneArena Daily video that gives you a quick roundup of today’s technology news.

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Sundar Pichai talks search, AI, machine learning and more in first Founder’s letter

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai has written his first “Founder’s Letter” that talks about his future vision of the company’s future. He said that the company is working towards creating a smart assistant that can follow you anywhere.

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Weekly Roundup: HP Chromebook 13, HTC One S9, Meizu M3, Samsung Gear 360 and more

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This week, Google and HP announced a high-end Chromebook 13 which is ultra thin and features an anodized aluminum chassis.

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Google appoints former Motorola exec Rick Osterloh to head new hardware division

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Google has appointed former Motorola executive Rick Osterloh to head its new hardware division. The new hardware division will be responsible for Nexus, Chromecast, OnHub, Pixel C, Chromebook, Glass, and more.

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Google debuts Snap-And-Go MODE Watch Bands for Android Wear, starts at $49.99

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In a bid to make it easier for users to switch watch bands, Google has introduced Snap-And-Go MODE for Android Wear.  Continue reading “Google debuts Snap-And-Go MODE Watch Bands for Android Wear, starts at $49.99”

Microsoft and Google drop all regulatory complaints against each other

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Microsoft and Google have mutually reached an agreement to drop all the regulatory complaints against each other across the world. The companies have said they will now try to work together to solve any issues that arise before filing official complaints.

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Weekly Roundup: Google Chromecast 2, Chromecast Audio, LeEco Le 2, Le 2 Pro, Le Max, new Macbook and more

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This week Google at an event in India launched its latest Chromecast streaming device and the Chromecast Audio. Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: Google Chromecast 2, Chromecast Audio, LeEco Le 2, Le 2 Pro, Le Max, new Macbook and more”

Alphabet records $20.25 billion in revenue, $4.21 billion in net income for Q1 2016

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Google’s parent company Alphabet has announced results for first quarter 2016 that fell short of anaylsts expectations. Alphabet raked in revenue of $20.26 billion in the period from January to March, reporting a 17% YoY increase in revenue. Continue reading “Alphabet records $20.25 billion in revenue, $4.21 billion in net income for Q1 2016”