Google has released the second Developer Preview (DP2) of Android 16 for Pixel devices, introducing enhanced features, improved app performance, and system-level optimizations. This release builds on the first preview, focusing on app functionality, battery efficiency, and system compatibility. Continue reading “Google rolls out the second Android 16 developer preview”
Google on Monday unveiled two advanced AI models—Veo 2 for video generation and Imagen 3 for image generation—both designed to deliver state-of-the-art results. These models are now available through VideoFX, ImageFX, and the new Google Labs experiment, Whisk. Continue reading “Google unveils Veo 2 and Imagen 3 with advanced capabilities”
Preeti Lobana has been named Google’s new country manager and vice president for India. Having spent eight years at Google as vice president of customer-centric solutions, Lobana is well-positioned to lead the company’s Indian sales and operations, said the company. Continue reading “Google appoints Preeti Lobana as country manager and VP for India”
Google India has announced the top trending searches of 2024, highlighting the key moments and trends that captured the curiosity of people across the country. Continue reading “Google India announces ‘Year in Search 2024’ results”
Google has introduced Android XR, a new operating system designed for the next generation of computing, combining years of AI, AR, and VR advancements. Developed in collaboration with Samsung, Android XR is aimed at creating a new ecosystem for XR headsets and glasses, bringing immersive experiences to users. Continue reading “Google unveils Android XR for next-gen extended reality devices”
Google on Wednesday announced Gemini 2.0, its most advanced AI model to date, designed to support the evolving “agentic era.” With features like native image and audio output, multimodal support, and advanced tool integration, Gemini 2.0 aims to create more capable AI agents, edging closer to Google’s vision of a universal assistant. Continue reading “Google unveils Gemini 2.0 AI model built for agentic experiences”
After the press renders, detailed specifications of the Pixel 9a surfaced back in October. Now the complete spec sheet has surfaced revealing more details, including Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris and Peony colours of the phone. Continue reading “Google Pixel 9a detailed specs surface: 6.3″ FHD+ 120Hz OLED display, Tensor G4, 5100mAh battery, IP68 ratings”
YouTube on Tuesday introduced an auto-dubbing feature that translates audio tracks into multiple languages, helping creators connect with global audiences. Continue reading “YouTube adds auto-dubbing to support multilingual content”
Google on Monday announced plans to expand free access to its Google Maps Platform APIs and SDKs for developers worldwide, starting next year. Continue reading “Google Maps to offer developers up to $6800 in free API usage starting March 2025”
Google has started rolling out new Android features as part of the Pixel Drop December 2024 update, offering improved ways to connect and share. This update introduces a variety of enhancements, including QR codes for quicker file sharing, Gemini-enhanced image descriptions, expressive captions, auto-enhanced scans in Google Drive, and more. Continue reading “Android gets QR Codes for Quick Share, Auto-Enhanced Scans in Google Drive, and more”
Google has started rolling out the December Pixel Drop 2024 update, bringing a range of exciting new features to Pixel devices. This update includes enhancements to Gemini, new Pixel Screenshots features, camera improvements, and critical security updates. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: New Gemini features, camera improvements, and security upgrades”
Google started offering 7 years of Android and security updates starting with last year’s Pixel 8 series, a major change from 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates in older models. Continue reading “Google confirms Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, and Pixel Fold will get 5 years of OS updates”
Google has introduced the “Undo device backup” feature in Google Photos, giving users more control over their backed-up photos and videos. This feature allows users to remove photos and videos from their device backup in Google Photos without deleting them from the device itself. Continue reading “Google Photos now lets you undo device backup without deleting photos”
Google on Wednesday outlined significant improvements in Chrome for Android, focusing particularly on the Speedometer benchmark. The company claimed that Chrome now delivers best-in-class Speedometer scores, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to making the browser “even faster.” Continue reading “Google details key Speedometer improvements for Chrome on Android devices powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite”
Google DeepMind on Wednesday introduced GenCast, a high-resolution AI ensemble model designed to enhance weather forecasting accuracy. Capable of predicting daily and extreme weather events up to 15 days in advance, GenCast outperforms the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ (ECMWF) ENS system. Continue reading “Google DeepMind unveils GenCast AI model for weather forecasting”
