Google is expanding Google Assistant support to new speakers and appliances. The AI-powered Assistant which works with Google Home will now be available on three speakers – Zolo Mojo by Anker, TicHome Mini by Mobvoi and the GA10 by Panasonic. All the three speakers will be out by the end of this year. Continue reading “Google Assistant expands to third party speakers and appliances”
Google has update Maps with a new feature that makes it easier for users to find parking. You can now find parking near your destination on Google Maps for Android. Continue reading “Google Maps makes it easier to find parking with latest update”
Google has introduced ARCore, a new software development kit for building augmented reality apps on Android. This brings augmented reality capabilities to millions of Android phones without any additional hardware like Google’s Tango that uses several additional sensors. It also takes on Apple’s ARKit for iOS 11 that was introduced back in June. This works by tracking the position of the mobile device as it moves, and building its own understanding of the real world. Continue reading “Google ARCore brings augmented reality to millions of Android devices, takes on Apple ARKit”
Last year Google unveiled its Pixel smartphones on October 4th. This year it will unveil the second-generation Pixel phones powered by Snapdragon 836 on October 5th, according to @evleaks. Live images and earlier leaks of the phones already confirmed no 3.5mm headphone jack, front-facing stereo speakers, always-on display, squeezable frame, fingerprint sensor on the back and single rear camera for the phones.
It looks like we will see a new Google Chromebook Pixel this year. According to a latest report from Android Police, Google is planning to release a new version of Chromebook Pixel along with the next generation Pixel phones. Continue reading “Google tipped to launch new Chromebook Pixel and smaller Google Home”
As promised, the search engine giant Google yesterday announced the name of its next Android iteration dubbed as Android Oreo, coinciding with the Solar Eclipse. Google unveiled Android Oreo with a minute long video showcasing its features including stronger, safer, speedier abilities. Continue reading “How to install Android Oreo on Google Pixel, Nexus phones”
After a lot of speculations and rumors, Google yesterday finally announced the name of the Android’s next iteration as “Oreo”. The successor of Android Nougat got some pretty cool features in its sleeves featuring different looks to under-the-hood improvements. Continue reading “Top 5 Android Oreo features you should know”
Ola and Google have partnered to bring Ola Outstation service to Google Maps. Users will now see an inter-city Ola cab ride options directly within Google Maps. Continue reading “Ola, Google team up to bring Ola Outstation cabs to Google Maps”
Back in April Google app v7.0 beta teardown revealed a new device type codenamed Bisto, which was removed later. Now the name has surfaced again in Google app v7.10 in a teardown that reveals that Bisto will be Bluetooth headphones that run Google Assistant. Continue reading “Google might be working on Bluetooth headphones that run Google Assistant”
Google has finally confirmed that Android 8.0 ‘O’ will be called Oreo. It has also released final system images for Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus Player, Pixel C, Pixel and Pixel XL that can be downloaded from Android developer website here and also started rolling out OTA update for those who have signed up for beta program. It is also pushing sources to Android Open Source Project (AOSP). Continue reading “Google confirms Android 8.0 ‘O’ as Oreo; final system images released, OTA updates for devices in beta program rolling out”
After some reports, Google has finally confirmed that it will reveal the Android O name and will show off some new features at an event in New York City on August 21st at 2:40 PM ET (12:10 AM IST August 22nd). It coincides with with the total solar eclipse that will cover entire United States for the first time since 1918. It is also offering live stream at android.com/o. Continue reading “Google confirms Android O reveal on August 21, coincides with Solar Eclipse”
Google is testing a lighter version of its Search app that is aimed at users in regions that have slow or poor internet connection. The app was recently spotted in an ad on Facebook in Indonesia, inviting users to test it out.
Continue reading “Google is testing new Search Lite app for regions with poor internet connection”
Google has added a new Question and Answers section to Google Maps for Android and mobile Search. You can ask questions regarding locations, get the answers you need and even answer other people’s questions about places. Continue reading “Google adds Q&A feature to Google Maps and search”
Gboard beta app is getting new features in latest update. The version 6.5 of the Gboard beta app will now let you add Bitmoji and stickers. Continue reading “Gboard Beta 6.5 adds Bitmoji and sticker support”
Google’s next generation Pixel 2 smartphone has been certified by the FCC that confirms HTC as the manufacturer of the phone. It has a model number NM8G011A and also reveals persistent search bar on the top of the settings replacing the search icon. Continue reading “Google Pixel 2 passes through the FCC, confirms it is made by HTC, Active Edge squeeze interaction”
