Google Chrome for iOS packs gesture navigation making it easier to surf the internet. It allows you to go back or forward a page by simply swiping right or left. However, the company seems to be working on bringing this to Android, according to a new commit posted on Chromium. Continue reading “Google Chrome for Android to get iOS-like gesture-based navigation”
Google has quietly rolled out a new feature to Maps that is aimed at helping users discover places others have recommended. Google Maps now supports hashtags in reviews. Google suggests that users add up to five hashtags per review, and place them at the end of the review to make the text easier to read. Continue reading “Google Maps Business reviews gets the ability to add hashtags”
Not stopping with Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, Google seems to be working on Pixel 3 Lite and the device’s live images recently surfaced online. Today, we are getting to see more images of the device and is being compared with other major phones in the segment for dimensions. Continue reading “Google Pixel 3 Lite with 5.56-inch Full HD+ display, Snapdragon 670, 3.5mm audio jack surfaces in more live images”
It is already known that Google is testing Fuchsia operating system for months now, though it never spoke about it publicly. It is also speculated that eventually, Fuchsia will replace the Android operating system completely, and possibly even Chrome OS too. While we know nothing about the OS, we now know that Huawei could be the first OEM to boot Fuchsia OS. Continue reading “Huawei said to be testing Google’s Fuchsia OS on Kirin 970 powered Honor Play”
YouTube has announced that it is planning on introducing two back-to-back skippable ads which it is calling “Ad-pods.” This will let you watch a longer video without interruptions. Currently, YouTube shows an ad at the start and while you’re in the middle of watching a video. Continue reading “YouTube testing ‘Ad-pods’ two back-to-back ads so you can watch videos without interruption”
After being introduced at the I/O 2018, Google’s Duplex is finally making its way to Pixel phones. Using Google Duplex, Assistant can now book appointments, make reservations and more. These actions usually require user physical action to pick up the phone and call the business to get things done, but Google Assistant will now take the job of going through all this behind the screen for you. All you have to do is just provide the date and time, and your Assistant will call the business to coordinate for you. Continue reading “Google Duplex finally starts rolling out to Pixel phones”
Google Duo is getting a new update bringing the version number to V44, however, it doesn’t bring much to the table on the covers, but underneath there are few subtle inclusions. The team behind Duo is said to be working on a new Low Light mode to enhance the video-calling experience in underlit conditions. Continue reading “Google Duo v44 hints at Low Light mode, data saver, new call answering UI and more”
Google has rolled out an update to Assistant on iOS which brings support for Siri Shortcuts. The company is trying hard to make Assistant a best replacement for Siri which currently is deeply ingrained within Apple’s platform. However, Google doesn’t want to miss any chance. Continue reading “Google Assistant for iOS gets support for Siri Shortcuts”
Google introduced Neighbourly app for local information sharing for Android back in May this year. Today the company has announced that it is expanding to Bengaluru and Delhi, and will soon invite new cities to join every day, including Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Indore and more. Continue reading “Google Neighbourly local information sharing app for Android expands to Bengaluru and Delhi”
Google’s Digital Wellbeing feature which debuted with Android Pie is aimed at being responsible with smartphone usage. The app has finally exited the beta stage and is now available to all Pixel phones running Android 9.0 Pie. Apart from Pixel, Android One phones those who have signed up for beta are also getting the update. Continue reading “Google Digital Wellbeing finally exits beta, now available for all Pixel phones”
Google has announced that starting from January 7th, 2019, SMS notifications from Google Calendar will no longer be available. Since Calendar offers in-app notifications, you can still get notified, regardless of your device or connection. Continue reading “Google to remove Calendar SMS notifications on January 7th”
Google’s problems with bugs on Pixel phones never seem to stop and latest to join the list is the weird camera bug. Ironically, cameras are the biggest positive of the Pixel phones and this strange bug is causing it to crash. For some time, users have been running into a Pixel 3 fatal error camera bug which can render the camera completely useless. Continue reading “Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL users encounter ‘fatal error’ camera bug”
Google Photos for iOS gets the ability to adjust the background blur and change the focus. To edit, just pull up a portrait photo in Google Photos, then tap the editing icon to get to the editing menu, then click it one more time to edit depth and focus. Continue reading “Google Photos for iOS gets the ability to adjust background blur and change focus”
Google killed Google+ following privacy bug and now Google is bringing an ability to leave comments directly in Google Search. For the past several versions, the company has been working on a “Your contributions” section. The URL for the feature is active revealing a simple page noting your Reviews and Comments. Continue reading “Google Search to let users add comments”
Google launched the Pixel 3 series phones worldwide and they are already on sale in major markets. However, it looks like the company isn’t done yet as a new variant dubbed Pixel 3 Lite surfaces. The device in question is powered by the latest Snapdragon 670 SoC and packs a 3.5mm headphone jack. Continue reading “Google Pixel 3 Lite with 5.56-inch Full HD+ display, Snapdragon 670, 3.5mm audio jack surfaces in live images”
