Google is introducing AI-powered EV features in Google Maps that improve trip planning and charging guidance for electric vehicles using Android Auto. The update brings battery prediction, charging stop recommendations, and ETA adjustments to more than 350 EV models across multiple brands in the U.S., aiming to simplify navigation and reduce range anxiety. Continue reading “Google Maps adds AI-powered battery predictions, smart charging, and trip planning for 350+ Android Auto EVs”
Google has opened applications for the 2026 cohort of its startup support initiative, the Google for Startups Accelerator: India. The program is designed for AI-first startups in India that are developing scalable solutions across advanced AI domains and moving toward real-world deployment. Continue reading “Google opens applications for 2026 Startup Accelerator India cohort”
Google has introduced Android developer verification, a system that requires developers to verify their identity before distributing apps. The rollout applies to both Play Console and the Android Developer Console. Continue reading “Android developer verification: Expanding to all developers on Play Console and Android Developer Console”
Google Pixel 11 has surfaced in the first set of renders, thanks to @OneLeaks. This shows a familiar design with flat sides, but the camera bar is bigger but thinner even with a similar triple rear camera setup. Continue reading “Google Pixel 11 surfaces in first set of renders”
Google is introducing new switching tools for consumer accounts that allow users to bring their memories, context, and chat history from other AI applications into Gemini. The update is designed to help users avoid starting from scratch when moving to a new assistant, while enabling Gemini to understand prior preferences and conversations from the beginning. Continue reading “Google Gemini gets memory import and chat history transfer tools”
Google has introduced Gemini 3.1 Flash Live, a real-time audio and voice AI model designed to enable faster, more natural conversational experiences. The model enhances latency, reliability, and dialogue quality for developers, enterprises, and everyday users, supporting the next generation of voice-first and multimodal AI applications. Continue reading “Google rolls out Gemini 3.1 Flash Live for real-time voice AI conversations, expands Search Live globally”
Google has rolled out Android 17 Beta 3, marking the platform stability milestone where the API surface is finalized. This allows developers to complete compatibility testing and begin preparing Android 17–targeted apps for release on the Play Store. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 17 Beta 3 with platform stability and final APIs”
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YouTube to enhance the visibility of India’s traditional folk and tribal music worldwide. The MoU was signed in New Delhi in the presence of Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Shri Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Culture, and Smt. Gunjan Soni, Managing Director – India, YouTube. Continue reading “Government and YouTube sign MoU to promote Indian folk and tribal music globally”
Google has expanded its AI music offerings with Lyria 3 and Lyria 3 Pro, now accessible through the Gemini API, Google AI Studio, and multiple Google products. These models provide high-fidelity, structurally coherent music generation for developers, creators, and organizations, supporting both professional-grade compositions and rapid prototyping. Continue reading “Google expands AI music tools with Lyria 3 and Lyria 3 Pro”
Google TV is getting smarter with the rollout of new Gemini features that make exploring content on your big screen easier and more interactive. Continue reading “Gemini for Google TV adds richer visuals, deep dives, and sports briefs”
YouTube is rolling out “Reimagine,” a new feature designed to expand the remixing capabilities within its Shorts platform. Powered by Google’s Veo video generation model, the tool enables users to convert a single frame from an existing Short into a newly generated eight-second video clip. Continue reading “YouTube Shorts gets Reimagine tool for Remixing”
Google has updated its AI Studio platform with an upgraded “vibe coding” experience aimed at building production-ready applications. The update introduces the Antigravity coding agent along with support for multiplayer apps, external libraries, secure authentication, and persistent sessions. It also adds built-in Firebase integration to enable backend services such as data storage and user sign-in within the same environment. Continue reading “Google updates AI Studio with Antigravity agent and new app development tools”
Google announced updates to Android developer verification requirements, focusing on user protection while maintaining platform openness. The changes aim to address risks from unverified app installations while still allowing informed user choice. Continue reading “Android developer verification: Google adds advanced flow for unverified apps”
Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), Lookout Threat Labs, and iVerify published coordinated research in March 2026 on DarkSword, a JavaScript-based full-chain exploit that compromises iOS devices running versions 18.4 through 18.7 (some variants limited to 18.4–18.6.2). Continue reading “DarkSword iOS exploit chain adopted by multiple threat actors: Report”
Google has expanded its Personal Intelligence feature across AI Mode in Search, the Gemini app, and Google Chrome in the United States. The feature connects data across Google services to generate responses based on user-specific context. Continue reading “Google expands Personal Intelligence across AI Mode in Search, Gemini app and Chrome in the U.S.”
