Google Maps for iOS adds real-time info about crowded places

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Google Maps for iOS has received a new update that adds a bunch of new features. The update that bumps the app to version 4.27.0 now gives you a heads up about how crowded your favorite place is thanks to a new feature dubbed as Popular Times.  Continue reading “Google Maps for iOS adds real-time info about crowded places”

Alphabet records $26.06 billion in revenue, $5.3 billion in net income for Q4 2016

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Google’s parent Alphabet has announced financial results for Q4 2016. The company has recorded $26.06 billion in revenue and $5.3 billion in net income. The company reported $22.4 billion in revenue and $5 billion in net income last quarter.
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Google Pixel 2 tipped to be waterproof, sport improved camera and faster processor

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Google Pixel was one of the best smartphones of 2016. We have just entered 2017 and murmurs about the next generation Pixel devices has surfaced in a new report. According to a latest report from 9to5Google the Pixel 2 will be better, faster and stronger.
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Google introduces Acer Chromebook Spin 11 with rugged body, Wacom stylus and Asus Chromebook C213 for education

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Google at the British Education and Training Technology (BETT) Show in London introduced Acer Chromebook Spin 11 (R751T) and Asus Chromebook C213 for education. Both these have a 11.6 inch (1366 × 768) touchscreen display. The Acer Chromebook Spin 11 also has military grade durability (U.S. MIL-STD 810G compliant) and comes with a stylus powered by Wacom EMR (Electro-Magnetic Resonance) technology. Continue reading “Google introduces Acer Chromebook Spin 11 with rugged body, Wacom stylus and Asus Chromebook C213 for education”

Google I/O 2017 scheduled from May 17th-19th

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Google has finally revealed dates for its annual developer conference for 2017. It will be held from May 17th – May 19th. The company has not officially announced the dates but instead it had shared a puzzle on GitHub.  Continue reading “Google I/O 2017 scheduled from May 17th-19th”

Google releases final Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview 5 with iOS support

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Google introduced Android Wear smartwatch support for iPhone back in 2015. Now it has finally brought iOS support for Android Wear 2.0 in the Developer Preview 5 head of final roll out next month. This lets developers test Android Wear 2.0 on iPhone and distribute your apps to iPhone-paired watches as well. Continue reading “Google releases final Android Wear 2.0 Developer Preview 5 with iOS support”

Google kick starts testing for Android Instant Apps

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Google previewed Android Instant Apps at Google I/O last year and now they are live for Android users in limited test format. Currently Instant Apps are available from BuzzFeed, Periscope and Viki.
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Google Voice gets revamped look, new features in its first major update

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Earlier this month Google confirmed that it is working on new Google Voice. Now, the company has given Google Voice a major overhaul with refreshed design and new features. The update is first major one in five years for the service. Continue reading “Google Voice gets revamped look, new features in its first major update”

Beware! New phishing scam is targeting Gmail users

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A new phishing attack is targeting Gmail users tricking them into revealing their login details. The scam which was discovered by security researchers at WordFence a popular developer of security tools is said to fool even tech savvy users.

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Google Maps starts showing parking availability for some users

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Google Maps has reportedly started showing parking availability for some users, according to Android Police. The parking availability will be displayed with a small rounded ‘P’ icon right next to the travel duration within the app. Continue reading “Google Maps starts showing parking availability for some users”

Google Search gets support for offline search

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Google has introduced a new offline search feature that will help users with poor internet connection. If you are searching for something on Google app and loose internet connection, the app will store your query and will deliver result once internet is back. Continue reading “Google Search gets support for offline search”

Google Android One phones reportedly launching in the U.S. in Q2 2017

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Google launched Android One program in India back in 2014 partnering with several smartphone players to launch affordable phones running stock Android in the emerging markets. Even though Google continues to release some mid-range Android One phones in markets like Spain and Africa, we haven’t seen any new phones in India for more than a year. Continue reading “Google Android One phones reportedly launching in the U.S. in Q2 2017”

Google, LG to unveil Watch Sport and Watch Style Android Wear 2.0 smartwatches on Feb. 9

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Google had confirmed last month that two Android Wear 2.0 smartwatches are coming in 2017. Now, popular tipster Evan Blass aka evleaks has revealed some important details of the two smartwatches. Continue reading “Google, LG to unveil Watch Sport and Watch Style Android Wear 2.0 smartwatches on Feb. 9”

Andy Rubin reportedly working on high-end smartphone with bezel-less display

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Andriod co-founder Andy Rubin is returning to smartphone business. Rubin who had left Google two years ago is making a comeback with new company dubbed as Essential is tipped to be working on several smart home products along with a high-end smartphone, according to a latest report from Bloomberg. Continue reading “Andy Rubin reportedly working on high-end smartphone with bezel-less display”

YouTube Super Chat lets users pay to pin comments to live streams

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YouTube has introducing a new tool dubbed as Super Chat that lets viewers pay to pin comments during a live stream. A Super Chat is basically a highlighted message in the chat stream that stands out from the crowd and helps to attract creator’s attention. These Super Chats remain pinned to the top of chat for up to 5 hours, giving more airtime for your messages. Continue reading “YouTube Super Chat lets users pay to pin comments to live streams”