Google updates Android with flexible billing, lower Play Store fees, and resolves Epic Games dispute

Google has announced updates to the Android ecosystem, covering billing flexibility on Google Play, a new Registered App Stores program, revised developer fee structures, and resolution of its dispute with Epic Games. The update was shared by Sameer Samat, President of Android Ecosystem. Continue reading “Google updates Android with flexible billing, lower Play Store fees, and resolves Epic Games dispute”

NotebookLM gets Cinematic Video Overviews powered by Gemini 3 and Veo 3

Google has announced Cinematic Video Overviews for NotebookLM, expanding its AI-based video creation tools. The feature moves beyond narrated slide-style Video Overviews and generates animated, visually detailed videos based on user sources. Continue reading “NotebookLM gets Cinematic Video Overviews powered by Gemini 3 and Veo 3”

Google Home gets new automation starters, Nest x Yale Lock controls, and Gemini upgrades

Google has released a new update for the Google Home. The update introduces new automation starters and conditions, expanded controls for Nest x Yale Lock, multiple improvements to Gemini for Home in Early Access, and a software update for Nest Wifi Pro. Continue reading “Google Home gets new automation starters, Nest x Yale Lock controls, and Gemini upgrades”

Samsung Wallet adds digital home key for smart door unlocking

Samsung Electronics has launched Digital Home Key, a new feature within Samsung Wallet that enables Galaxy users to unlock compatible smart door locks using their smartphones. Starting in March 2026, the feature extends Samsung Wallet’s digital key support from vehicles to homes. Continue reading “Samsung Wallet adds digital home key for smart door unlocking”

WhatsApp rolls out chat-based insurance services with major insurers in India

WhatsApp today introduced a chat-based option for users in India to buy and renew life insurance policies. Several insurers are now using the messaging platform to provide policy-related services, reducing the need for branch visits, paperwork, or multiple online portals. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out chat-based insurance services with major insurers in India”

Google Translate gets new AI features for idioms, tone, and context understanding

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Google has introduced new AI-powered features in Google Translate to help users find the right words and accurately convey tone in conversations, whether informal chats or professional meetings. Continue reading “Google Translate gets new AI features for idioms, tone, and context understanding”

Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 launched with new execution architecture and AI capabilities

Zoom Communications has introduced Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 (ZVA), the latest version of its virtual customer service automation platform. The update brings a new execution architecture and expanded AI capabilities designed to support end-to-end issue resolution, structured handoffs to human agents, and cross-system workflow execution across voice and chat. Continue reading “Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 launched with new execution architecture and AI capabilities”

YouTube Premium Lite gets Background Play and Downloads

YouTube has announced a feature update for its Premium Lite subscription tier, integrating background play and offline downloads into the service, which were not available at the launch. Continue reading “YouTube Premium Lite gets Background Play and Downloads”

Canva acquires MangoAI and Cavalry to expand AI and pro creative suite

Canva has announced the acquisitions of MangoAI and Cavalry to expand its AI capabilities and professional creative suite. Continue reading “Canva acquires MangoAI and Cavalry to expand AI and pro creative suite”

Samsung expands Galaxy AI with multi-agent ecosystem, adds Perplexity support

Samsung Electronics has announced the continued expansion of Galaxy AI, outlining plans to support a broader, open and integrated multi-agent ecosystem. The company said Galaxy AI is designed to reduce effort across everyday tasks and enable more natural interactions, while offering users greater choice, flexibility and control. Continue reading “Samsung expands Galaxy AI with multi-agent ecosystem, adds Perplexity support”

WhatsApp rolls out Group Message History across devices for new members

WhatsApp has introduced Group Message History, a feature that allows new members to view recent messages when joining a group, providing context without disrupting ongoing conversations. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out Group Message History across devices for new members”

Google Chrome gets Split View, PDF Annotations and Save to Google Drive

Google Chrome has introduced three new features focused on multitasking and document handling within the browser. The update adds Split View for side-by-side tab viewing, PDF annotation tools in the built-in viewer, and a direct Save to Google Drive option for PDF files. Continue reading “Google Chrome gets Split View, PDF Annotations and Save to Google Drive”

Google Labs adds Photoshoot feature to Pomelli for AI-powered product photography

Google Labs has introduced Photoshoot, a new feature within its free marketing platform, Pomelli. The update is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses that may not have the time or budget to manage professional photography and ongoing digital marketing requirements. Continue reading “Google Labs adds Photoshoot feature to Pomelli for AI-powered product photography”

Google 2025 security report: 1.75 million apps blocked, 80000 developer accounts banned

Google has outlined its 2025 security measures aimed at keeping the Android and Play ecosystem protected from malware, financial fraud, hidden subscriptions, privacy misuse, and spam activity. Continue reading “Google 2025 security report: 1.75 million apps blocked, 80000 developer accounts banned”