Google Pixel Fold display and camera specs detailed

Renders of the Pixel Fold surfaced back in November last year. Thanks to the same leaker, Jon Prosser, we now have the complete specifications of Google’s first foldable smartphone except for the battery capacity. Continue reading “Google Pixel Fold display and camera specs detailed”

Google Pixel 7a: Price, sale date surface ahead of launch

Google is expected to introduce the Pixel 7a, successor to the Pixel 6a, at the Google I/O in May. Renders and the specifications of the phone surfaced recently. Now, 9to5Google has revealed the price of the phone, and leaker Jon Prosser has revealed the colours and sale date of the phone.

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Google rolls out Android 14 beta 1 update

Google has released the first Android 14 beta update for developers and early-adopters. This follows the second developer preview which rolled out last month. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 14 beta 1 update”

Google rolls out ‘Auto-archive’ to reduce app uninstalls on Android devices

Google has come up with a new feature called “auto-archive” to help reduce the need for uninstalling apps on Android devices. This feature will allow you to easily downsize unused apps without losing any of your saved data Continue reading “Google rolls out ‘Auto-archive’ to reduce app uninstalls on Android devices”

YouTube Premium gets higher video quality, SharePlay support, and more

Google has introduced a bunch of new features for YouTube Premium subscribers. YouTube launched audio tracks in different languages for creators in February. Continue reading “YouTube Premium gets higher video quality, SharePlay support, and more”

Google Pixel 7a renders surface in 3 colours

Google is expected to introduce the Pixel 7a, successor to the Pixel 6a, at the Google I/O in May. A recent rumour revealed Carbon, Cotton and Arctic Blue colours for the phone. Now the renders of the phones have surfaced in all the three, thanks to @OnLeaks. Continue reading “Google Pixel 7a renders surface in 3 colours”

Google to drop support for Dropcam; owners with Nest Aware subscription get a free Nest Cam

Google’s Nest acquired home surveillance company Dropcam in 2014, before introducing its own Nest cameras in 2015.  After 10 years, Google has announced that it will stop support for Dropcam from April 8, 2024. Continue reading “Google to drop support for Dropcam; owners with Nest Aware subscription get a free Nest Cam”

Google Chrome gets WebGPU support for Faster Web Graphics

WebGPU, a technology that enables fast 3D graphics and data-parallel computation on the web, has been launched by the Chrome team after years of development. It is now enabled by default in Chrome 113, which is in the Beta channel. Continue reading “Google Chrome gets WebGPU support for Faster Web Graphics”

Google said to be working on ‘Find My Device’ for powered off phones

Google is currently developing a feature called ‘Find My Device’ which will allow users to locate their device even when it is switched off, according to tipster Kuba Wojciechowski. This feature is similar to the one offered by Apple. Continue reading “Google said to be working on ‘Find My Device’ for powered off phones”

Google Now Launcher to shut down after 10 years

After 10 years, the Google Now Launcher is set to shut down entirely. A recent tear down of the latest beta version of the Google app by 9to5Google revealed a message to users, cautioning them about the impending shutdown of the Now Launcher by the end of April. Continue reading “Google Now Launcher to shut down after 10 years”

Android’s Nearby Share for Windows is now available in Beta

Google has launched Nearby Share Beta for Windows, a new app that allows easy file sharing between Android devices and Windows PCs. The app was first introduced in 2020 as a quick and easy way to share files between your own devices and with nearby friends. Continue reading “Android’s Nearby Share for Windows is now available in Beta”

Google Search to show heat alerts to combat extreme heat

Google has announced that it will be introducing heat alerts on Search, as part of its efforts to assist cities and organizations in dealing with the increasing temperatures. Continue reading “Google Search to show heat alerts to combat extreme heat”

NCLAT upholds CCI’s Rs.1337 crore fine on Google

Back in October 2022, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) fined Google Rs 1,337 crore for abusing its dominant market position in the Android ecosystem. Regarding the same, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has now ordered Google to pay the fine within 30 days. Continue reading “NCLAT upholds CCI’s Rs.1337 crore fine on Google”

Pixel’s Adaptive Charging system might work without Alarms

Adaptive Charging may be adjusting to Pixel users seamlessly, without any disruptions, the latest report by 9to5Google suggests. Continue reading “Pixel’s Adaptive Charging system might work without Alarms”