YouTube gets Improved Miniplayer, Custom Thumbnails, Community Badges, Sleep Timer and more

YouTube has announced a variety of features aimed at enhancing the user experience across web, mobile, TVs, and YouTube Music. Continue reading “YouTube gets Improved Miniplayer, Custom Thumbnails, Community Badges, Sleep Timer and more”

Google Pixel Feature Drop: Camera upgrades for Pixel phones, advanced health features for Pixel Watch and more

Google on Thursday began rolling out the October Pixel Drop, bringing a range of updates to Pixel phones, tablets, and watches. Alongside this, the stable version of Android 15 is now available for Pixel devices. Key updates include enhanced AI-powered features, camera improvements, and new safety tools. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Camera upgrades for Pixel phones, advanced health features for Pixel Watch and more”

Android 15 stable update finally arrives for Pixel phones

After rolling out Android 15 to AOSP last month, Google has finally started rolling out Android 15 stable update to Pixel smartphones today, as expected. Continue reading “Android 15 stable update finally arrives for Pixel phones”

Google Pixel 9 Pro launching in India on October 17

Google introduced the Pixel 9 series including globally, including India, back in August. However, the company launched only the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL at that time in India, and said that the Pixel 9 Pro will be available later. Continue reading “Google Pixel 9 Pro launching in India on October 17”

Google Chat adds Video Messages and Transcription for voice notes

Google has begun rolling out new features for Google Chat aimed at enhancing communication. The updates introduce video messages and automatic transcription for voice messages. Continue reading “Google Chat adds Video Messages and Transcription for voice notes”

Google ordered to revise Play Store policies after Epic Games lawsuit win

A U.S. judge on Monday mandated Alphabet’s Google to revise its mobile app business, granting Android users more freedom to download apps and manage transactions. Continue reading “Google ordered to revise Play Store policies after Epic Games lawsuit win”

Google begins rollout of upgraded Theft Protection features for Android: Report

Google reportedly has begun rolling out new theft protection features for Android devices running version 10 and above, following their announcement at I/O 2024 in May. Continue reading “Google begins rollout of upgraded Theft Protection features for Android: Report”

YouTube Shorts is getting 3 minute long videos and new creative tools

YouTube on Thursday announced new updates for YouTube Shorts, enhancing the creation and connection experience. Continue reading “YouTube Shorts is getting 3 minute long videos and new creative tools”

Google Search and Lens get AI-Organized results, voice, and video search capabilities and more

Google on Thursday announced a major update to Search, introducing AI-powered features aimed at expanding how users find information and explore new interests. Continue reading “Google Search and Lens get AI-Organized results, voice, and video search capabilities and more”

Google for India 2024: New AI initiatives, Financial tools, and Cybercrime protection announced

At the 10th edition of the Google for India event today, Google reaffirmed its mission to make information universally accessible, with a focus on India’s diversity. Continue reading “Google for India 2024: New AI initiatives, Financial tools, and Cybercrime protection announced”

Gmail gets improved Summary Cards and Happening Soon section for easier event and purchase tracking

Google has announced updates to summary cards in Gmail, aimed at enhancing how users track purchases, events, bills, and travel. These updates are designed to help users “find exactly” the information they need, according to Google. Continue reading “Gmail gets improved Summary Cards and Happening Soon section for easier event and purchase tracking”

Google Pixel 9a surfaces in first set of renders

Google introduced the Pixel 9 smartphone recently, and we still have few months for the Pixel 9a to arrive. Now the CAD-based renders of the Pixel 9a has surfaced, revealing the design of the phone. Continue reading “Google Pixel 9a surfaces in first set of renders”

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Review — Creator Favorite

It’s 2024 Pixel time! Google has 3 variants of their flagship series now (9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL), unlike last year’s 2 (8, 8Pro). It kind of mirrors the Apple iPhone line up like 16, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max and Samsung with their S25, S25 Plus and S25 Ultra series. Google is definitely playing the big game here. In fact, it is their biggest game and bet on the symbiosis between leading edge hardware and a custom “Gemini-powered, Pixel-heavy” user experience. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is their best effort at producing a flagship that is worthy of our hard-earned money. What’s Google’s play this time? Can they join the big league of blockbuster flagships this year? Will this be your phone-to-get this holiday season? Or is it another phone-to-forget? Let’s find out. Continue reading “Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Review — Creator Favorite”

Google Ventures invests 10 million Euros in Distance Technologies for mixed reality

Distance Technologies Ltd, a pioneer in glasses-free mixed reality technology, has successfully secured €10 million in a Seed funding round. Continue reading “Google Ventures invests 10 million Euros in Distance Technologies for mixed reality”

Google Photos gets updated video editor with AI tools

Google on Monday announced the rollout of new features for its video editor in the Google Photos app, aiming to make video editing simpler and more effective. Continue reading “Google Photos gets updated video editor with AI tools”