Google Glass goes on sale in the US to general public

Now, anyone living in the US can buy Google’s flagship wearable product, the Google Glass.  Google opened sales of Glass to the US public for one day in April, making it briefly available to people. The company also launched a try and buy program for potential Glass buyers. However, this time the Explorer Program is not limited for a specific period or to specific people such as developers.

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Nexus 5 Snap Cases hits Google Play Store for $29.99

Google has launched brand new Snap Cases for the Nexus 5 users. Priced at $29.99, the Snap Cases are sleek and will protect your beloved Nexus 5 from dust, scratch and might even protect it after several drops.

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Oracle wins copyright appeal against Google, new trial to follow

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Remember when Google won the lawsuit against Oracle for Android’s copyright infringement on Java? That ruling, which was from a Districts court in San Francisco, has been overruled by a Federal Appeals court, which has practically rubbished the former’s decision. The new ruling states that Oracle’s Java APIs, the ones it acquired as a part of its Sun Microsystems acquisition, do fall under copyright and hence, a new trial on fair use and damages will follow. This is a big blow to Google, purveyor of the omnipresent Android operating system, as it would need to face a fresh set of trials, again. Oracle, on the other hand, will see this as an opportunity to get back at the Mountain View company.

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HTC-built Nexus device codenamed Flounder confirmed in AOSP Changelog

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Recently a Google devices codenamed Flounder appeared on Chrome Issue tracker. Now the codename has appeared on Android 4.4.3 (KitKat MR2) Changelog. Google usually uses fish-themed codenames for their Nexus devices such as Hammerhead, Tilapia, Manta etc. So it is clear that this would be the next Nexus device. The changelog also confirms that HTC will manufacture the device. Continue reading “HTC-built Nexus device codenamed Flounder confirmed in AOSP Changelog”

Google updates Maps on Android and iOS with new features

Google has pumped up more power into its mobile apps on Android and iOS. For starters, the company has added support to save maps for offline viewing. Users can now save and even name multiple maps by signing in through Gmail account and access them later when in need.

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Google Wallet reportedly coming to Google Glass

With an aim to enhance it offerings on Google Glass, Google is planning to roll out Google Wallet to Google Glass. According to a TechCrunch’s source, the feature will reportedly allow Glass wearers to send money to by a simple voice command.

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Google Now adds Shopping cards to Android, offers store alerts for product search

Google is on a roll these days when it comes to updating its Search app on Android. Last week, the company added parking card to Google Now which enables users to find their exact parking location and yesterday it added offline support.

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Google adds offline support to Google Now on Android

Google has updated Google Search app on Android by adding offline support to Google Now. This means, now when a user loses internet connection on their phone, all the important Google Now cards will still remain loaded on your phone.

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Google Glass teardown estimates total cost less than $80

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Google Glass, the futuristic wearable product from the Mountain View company, has been all the rage among the tech community. But, with an astronomical entry cost of 1500$ and a limited invite-only model, it is extremely clear that it is not ready for the market. But in the future, it will be ready, but what will be its approximate cost? We can not know now, due to the rapid commoditization of technology, but we can surely get an idea of what it costs Google to make the current version of Glass, thanks to a teardown by the popular site going by the same name. It estimates the total cost of the “Bill of materials” to under 80$ for Google.

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Google Search updated with Google Now parking reminder card

Google, which already takes care of your many day-to-day activities will now even help you remember where you have parked your car. The tech giant has updated its Search app on Android with Parking Location card that offers the ability to automatically detect where you have parked your car and help you find that spot later.

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Google releases Docs and Sheets apps for Android and iOS

Google has launched Docs and Sheets apps for Android and iOS.  These standalone apps will enable users to edit, create, and view files both on and offline. In addition, the company said that its will soon launch Slides, an app for editing PowerPoint-style presentations.

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Google to reportedly replace Nexus devices with premium “Android Silver” smartphones

Google’s Nexus line up of phones have be popular and successful for a long time now. But, as per reports the internet giant is gearing up to replace the Nexus brand to maintain the reign in Android ecosystem. According to a latest report from The Information, Google is planning to replace the current Nexus series with high end Android Silver phones.

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Google buys Foxconn patents related to communication technology

Google has scooped up number of communication technology patents from Foxconn for an undisclosed amount, reports The Wall Street Journal. The Taiwanese based electronic manufacturer said that it has sold unspecified number of patents to Google.

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Apple, Google and two other tech companies settle antitrust lawsuit

Google, Apple, Intel and Adobe Systems have settled a class-action lawsuit against nearly 65,000 employees who had alleged the companies conspired to keep wages artificially low through no-hire agreements. Reuters report reveals that Apple, Google, Adobe and Intel have agreed to settle the case and the settlement amount is worth $324 million.

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