Google has started rolling out Android Wear 5.0.2 update for several smartwatches. The latest update is coming to Samsung Gear Live, LG G Watch, Moto 360 and the Sony Smartwatch 3.
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Google Play Music for iOS updated with Material Design
Google has updated Play Music for iOS with Material Design features. The version 2.0.3828 offers visual improvements and a new cleaner design.
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Google Android One expands to Philippines, Cherry Mobile One and MyPhone Uno launched
Google just announced that it will launch new Android One smartphones in Philippines in coming weeks. Google launched Android One smartphones in India back in September last year. It expanded to Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka last month and to Indonesia earlier this month. Philippines becomes the sixth country to get Android One smartphones officially. Continue reading “Google Android One expands to Philippines, Cherry Mobile One and MyPhone Uno launched”
Google Nexus 9 32GB LTE variant goes on sale on in India for Rs. 43073
Google unveiled the Nexus 9 tablet made by HTC back in October. It got priced at Rs. 28,900 for the 16GB WiFi variant and Rs.44,900 for the 32GB LTE variant on the Google Play Store in India soon after. The 16GB WiFi Indigo Black variant went on Amazon.in at Rs. 28,900 back in December, now the Nexus 9 32GB LTE variant is on sale on Amazon in India. Continue reading “Google Nexus 9 32GB LTE variant goes on sale on in India for Rs. 43073”
Google shutting down Helpouts on April 20th
Google is pulling the plug on Google Helpouts service on April 20th. The service uses Google Hangouts video chat to connect consumers with experts online.
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Google Talk for Windows to retire on February 23
Google is bidding adieu to the famous Google Talk for Windows. The popular chatting app aka GTalk for Windows PC will be taken down on February 23.
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Google to make data usage free on some apps for Android One devices?
It seems like Google is trying to expand its Android One initiative with more features. As per a latest report from The Information, Google will make data usage free for some apps on Android One devices.
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Google Search now offers Cricket World Cup 2015 videos, highlights and more
Google introduced Google Now cards for Cricket last year during ICC World T20. You might have noticed new Google Now cards related to ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 if you had searched for it or added a cricket team in Google Search. Today Google has announced that it has partnered with Star Sports to offer pre-game videos, in-game highlights, and post-match recaps for the match’s most exciting moments within the search results in Google Search for mobile and desktop. Continue reading “Google Search now offers Cricket World Cup 2015 videos, highlights and more”
Android Wear device shipment hits 7,20,000 in 2014: Report
Android Wear devices are still not a big hit as expected. A latest report from Canalys has revealed that out of 4.6 million wearables shipped in 2014, over 720,000 of them were Android Wear smartwatches.
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Google testing mobile payment service ‘Plaso’: Report
Google is developing a mobile payment service, according to a latest report from The Information. Dubbed as ‘Plaso’, the service will allow users to make payments from your Android phone by simply saying your initials at the payment counter.
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Google I/O conference set for May 28 and 29
Google’s much anticipated I/O developer conference will take place on May 28 and 29 in San Fransisco. The company’s head of Chrome and Android, Sundar Pichai posted the official dates on Google+.
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Google Search gets Knowledge Graph for health-related info
Google Search’s Knowledge Graph that powers the Google Now search cards that pop up when you search for certain things will now offer details about common health conditions when you search for them. One in 20 Google searches are for health-related information, says Google. Continue reading “Google Search gets Knowledge Graph for health-related info”
Google acquires image sharing and photo backup service Odysee
Google has acquired photo sharing service Odysee for an undisclosed sum. Present on Android and iOS, the Odysee app allows users to backup and share photos and videos offline.
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Google Maps for Android gets support for Local Guides and more
Google has updated Maps for Android with new features. The company is adding integration for Local Guides service that has users reviewing local businesses and share them with others.
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Google buys kids storytelling app maker Launchpad Toys
Google has acquired Launchpad Toys, a kids storytelling app maker for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 2010, Launchpad Toys makes popular mobile apps for children including an augmented reality app called TeleStory.
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