Back in October, Google announced support for embedded bidirectional interoperability on Zoom Rooms and Google Meet devices and said that it will be introduced in late 2022, with no additional licensing cost. Continue reading “Now you can join Zoom Meetings from Google Meet hardware”
Google’s request to delay an antitrust ruling that would require changes to the distribution of its Android platform in India has been denied by the country’s Supreme Court, causing a major setback for the company in a vital growing market. Continue reading “Google’s request to block antitrust order declined by Supreme Court”
YouTube TV is rolling out the latest redesigns for its Live and Library sections. With improved content filtering and better organizational tools, this redesign will allow users to manage their content and make your library feel less cluttered. Continue reading “YouTube TV rolls out redesigned Live, Library sections”
Google is testing a new device called “Soundbox” in India, which sends audio payment notifications to merchants. Some stores are reportedly receiving the devices for free, according to TechCrunch. Continue reading “Google India pilots ‘Soundpod by Google Pay’ for UPI payments”
Google is said to be working on a Bluetooth tracker that is similar to Apple’s AirTag, as per an Android expert, Mishaal Rahman. Continue reading “Google is working on a smart tracker codenamed ‘Grogu’: Report”
Continue reading “Google is working Fast Pair low-battery notifications for styluses: Report”
The 5G rollout in India is picking up the pace as both Airtel and Jio are quickly enabling their 5G networks in many cities across the country. While most 5G capable smartphones in India have rolled out software updates for 5G support, Google is taking their time with the Pixel smartphones Continue reading “Google Pixel Airtel and Jio 5G Speed test”
In October, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) fined Alphabet Inc.-owned Google Rs. 1337.76 crore ($161.95 million) for abusing its monopoly over Android and asked Google to remove restrictions on smartphone manufacturers pre-installing apps. Continue reading “Google: CCI order will harm users, increase smartphone cost”
According to a report by 9to5Google, a new version of Chromecast with Google TV is in development. Back in September 2022, Google Chromecast with Google TV (HD) launched in India. Continue reading “Google is working on a new Chromecast with Google TV: Report”
After several months, Google has finally added 5G support for both Airtel and Jio users in India with the latest QPR beta 2 update, which rolled out earlier this week that also brought several new features. The December Pixel feature drop was expected to bring the 5G support for the users in India, but now it is finally available with the beta. Continue reading “Pixel 6a and Pixel 7 series get 5G support in India with QPR beta 2 update, wide roll out by March”
Back in November, Google Meet got live sharing of YouTube, Spotify and games. And, now Google has started rolling out an in-meeting reaction for Google Meet. Continue reading “Google Meet gets support for in-meeting emoji reactions”
Reuters reported that Google has warned that the antitrust ruling will cause Android’s growth in India to stagnate. In 2019, the Indian antitrust agency reportedly began an investigation into Google’s use of Android. Continue reading “Antitrust order could slow Android growth in India: Google”
Following the Google Pixel Feature Drop update and Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1 update with new features and bug fixes last month, the company has begun sending the first Android 13 QPR2 Beta 2 (Quarterly Platform Release) update to compatible pixel devices. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 13 QPR2 Beta 2 update”
Android 13 got support for Chromecast support for in-media switching, starting with YouTube Music, as a part of QPR update in December. This allows the media player on your Android phone’s lock screen and notification section to quickly select which compatible Bluetooth or Chromecast built-in devices to play your content on (currently available with YouTube and YouTube Music). Continue reading “Android is getting Spotify Connect support in media switcher, cross-device switching”
In May 2022, Android Auto received a refreshed look and range of features. At CES 2023, Google unveils an Android Auto experience, a technique for using your digital car key, and other updates for cars that have Google built-in. Continue reading “Google rolls out new Android Auto experience”
