Google is reportedly developing a new OS named ‘Brillo’ to power any electronic device that can connect to the Internet aka Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Continue reading “Google reportedly set to unveil Android-based ‘Brillo’ OS for IoT devices next week”
Google has just introduced live traffic updates as well as alternate route suggestions for Google Maps. Live traffic alerts will allow you to avoid traffic jams and make sure that you reach your destination on time.
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Google has released factory images of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2012 (3G), and Nexus 7 2013 (LTE) devices. The OTA update should also start to roll out for these devices now.
Viber has just released its calling and messaging app for Chrome OS. Google is trying hard to push its Chrome OS and it is getting a lot of support from hardware manufacturers and now software companies too.
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Google has just announced its collaboration with electronic music composer and DJ Skrillex to create limited edition live cases for smartphones.These live cases are known as Editions and will give you VIP access to exclusive content and matching live wallpapers that extend the case design onto your phone’s screen.
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Google is reportedly set to separate its online picture sharing and storage service from Google+, and will announce it as a standalone service some time during its I/O conference later this month. Continue reading “Google’s standalone Photo sharing and storage service coming this month at Google I/O: Report”
Google has announced that that the official rollout of the Android Wear 5.1.1 update has begun. It was announced earlier that the Android 5.1.1 update will come to LG’s recently launched Watch Urbane.
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Google has partnered Twitter to display tweets in search result on mobile and desktop. The new feature will become available on the English version of Google.com, the Android and iOS versions of Google’s search app, and on mobile browsers.
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Google app has been updated with a couple of minor visual changes. Those using custom launchers will now see update that enables full screen mode for Google Now.
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Smartwatches are meant to make life easier and that also means being able to control some functions of your smartphone from your smartwatch. That is exactly what the update to Android Wear 5.1.1 does as it now allows you to control the music on your smartphone directly from your smartwatch.
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Biggest announcement this week came from Micromax’s YU Televentures. The company launched three devices in India – Yu Yuphoria smartphone, YuFit fitness tracker, and HealthYU cassette. Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: YU Yuphoria, YuFit, HealthYU, Google Chromebooks, Microsoft Lumia 540, OnePlus Power Bank and more”
Google is making it further easier for users to shop via mobile. The tech giant is looking forward to add a “buy” button to its mobile search result, according to a latest report from the Wall Street Journal.
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Google has been working on self driving cars for more than four years. The tech giant is now announcing that it will begin testing these self driving cars on public roads in California starting this summer.
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Google’s web version of Play Music is finally getting the Material Design update. Now the interface seems very similar to the Play Music Android app interface.
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Google is bringing few improvements and new functionality for Gmail on Android. The email app from Google is making it easier for users to view contact information and find recent conversations.
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