Google publishes updated search app for iPhone

Google has today published an updated search application for the iPhone which provides a simpler way to access all Google apps from one place. The update boasts of faster autocompletion of search terms. Pages load faster and it is easer to access multiple pages due to a slide-in panel.

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Google has finally acquired Motorola Mobility, Googler Dennis Woodside replaces Sanjay Jha as CEO

After winning regulatory approval in China , Google has finally completed it’s acquisition of Motorola Mobility for a record $12.5 billion. Google CEO Larry Page wrote a blog post today titled  “We’ve acquired Motorola Mobility” and that the deal has finally closed after 9 months since the initial announcement. Google now has access to over 17000 patents owned by Motorola Mobility and will come in handy in it’s patent wars against Microsoft and Apple.

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Google Maps for Android v6.7 update brings Indoor walking directions

Google Maps for Android has been updated to version 6.7 that brings Indoor walking direction n the U.S. and Japan. It also lets you find offers from nearby businesses in the U.S. You can also view 360 degree panoramas inside restaurants and stores. Continue reading “Google Maps for Android v6.7 update brings Indoor walking directions”

Google selling Galaxy Nexus with new factory image on Play Store

Google has started selling the Galaxy Nexus on Google Play from this week just for $399.99, six week after its debut. This new device comes with Google wallet and a $10 credit by default. Another interesting factor is that the system image on this Galaxy Nexus is not the usual “Yakju” build, instead it’s the “Takju” image which has been used.

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Google Docs for Android is now Google Drive, adds new features

Google has finally launched the Google Drive, and the Google Docs for Android has been re-branded as Google Drive that adds new features in the version 1.0.77. The free space has also been increased to 5GB and you can also upload or download all types of file to the Google Drive from the app. Continue reading “Google Docs for Android is now Google Drive, adds new features”

Galaxy Nexus coming to Sprint on April 22 for $199.99

Sprint has announced that the Samsung Galaxy Nexus would be available stating April 22. It is also the first Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, smartphone with 4G LTE capability on Sprint. It boasts 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a 4.65-inch (1280 x 720 resolution pixels) HD Super AMOLED display, 5-megapixel camera with auto focus and 1080p video capture, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera that lets the user video chat with a group of up to 10 friends.

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Reliance partners with Google, offers 1GB free 3G Data for Android phones

Reliance Communications (RCOM) and Google has entered into a two-year deal to market the Android mobile operating system and Google Mobile Services in order to promote the usage of Android devices in India. Reliance becomes the first telecom operator in the country to collaborate with Google. They offer 1GB of free 3G data usage for one month to all Android device users in India. Continue reading “Reliance partners with Google, offers 1GB free 3G Data for Android phones”

Instagram for Android gets tablet , SD card installs support

Instagram finally made its way to the super popular Android platform earlier this week and attained over a million downloads in a single day. The photo sharing app has now received an update to include support for Android tablets , SD card installation and even WiFi handsets.

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Android 4.0.4 update starts rolling out for Nexus S and HSPA+ Galaxy Nexus

Google has announced on their Android Google+ page that they have started rolling out Android 4.0.4 update for UMTS / GSM Nexus S (I9020), HSPA+ Galaxy Nexus (I9250) and Motorola Xoom Wi-Fi in select regions. Some users might receive the it for the first time, and others who are on Android 4.0.3 would receive it as an update that is around 17MB. Continue reading “Android 4.0.4 update starts rolling out for Nexus S and HSPA+ Galaxy Nexus”

Google Maps for Android v6.5 update brings redesigned Navigation screen, public transit features

Google Maps has been updated version 6.5 that brings redesigned home screen design for Google Maps Navigation (Beta) for Android 4.0 devices and new options to get transit directions for preferred transit mode. The Google Maps has also crossed a new milestone of providing 50 billion kilometers of turn-by-turn directions. Continue reading “Google Maps for Android v6.5 update brings redesigned Navigation screen, public transit features”

Google considering sharing revenue with carriers to stimulate Wallet adoption

Reports suggest that Google might be considering sharing revenues from Google Wallet with AT&T and Vodafone to help stimulate usage. The service currently only works on one network and device ie the Sprint Nexus S 4G. Sprint plans to out 10 more Wallet supported devices later this year.

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Google Voice for Android updated, brings voicemail Integration for ICS devices

Google Voice for Android has been updated to version 0.4.2.54 that brings visual voicemail integration for the devices that runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).  You can also access access folders from the inbox in Android 4.0 directly. Continue reading “Google Voice for Android updated, brings voicemail Integration for ICS devices”

Android Market app limit increased to 4GB from 50MB


Google has increased the App limit in the Android Market from 50MB to 4GB. This would let the app developers to upload high-quality 3D interactive games of higher size easily. The size of your APK file is limited to 50MB to ensure secure on-device storage, but expansion files can be attached to the  APK. Continue reading “Android Market app limit increased to 4GB from 50MB”

Google Booth at MWC 2012

This post contains video’s and photo from the Google Booth at MWC (Mobile World Congress) 2012. We also have a exclusive video review of a Google product for you.

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Google Wallet security holes affect both rooted and stock phones

Recent investigation has unveiled glaring security holes in the Google Wallet NFC payment service which lets a person gain access to the secret Wallet pin. While it was believed that only users with rooted devices were threatened by this security lapse , further investigation shows that even  stock devices are at risk.

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