Google Play Store’s new updates let developers reach more users

Google has unveiled new capabilities that will assist developers in reaching more Play Store users, defending apps from orchestrated review attacks, and more. In order to give more emphasis to higher-quality games, Google is indeed introducing a new “app quality bar” for the Play Store. Google also announced expansion of Play Games beta on PC to more countries. Continue reading “Google Play Store’s new updates let developers reach more users”

Google Play Games PC beta is rolling out to more countries

The beta version of Google Play Games for PC has been out for a few months, but it is now being made available in more countries. Google began exploring the ability to play Android games on PC earlier this year. It is now expanding the beta to the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. Continue reading “Google Play Games PC beta is rolling out to more countries”

Google is adding package tracking feature to Gmail

Google has announced a Gmail update that will allow customers to track scheduled package delivery right from their inbox in time for the holiday shopping season. The function looks for emails with tracking numbers, uses that information to figure out when the order is likely to arrive, and then marks the email in your inbox.  Earlier, Google rolled out a unified Gmail interface widely. Continue reading “Google is adding package tracking feature to Gmail”

Google Lens is now available on Google.com homepage

Google has added its Lens image search to its home page, so users can use its powerful image recognition and searching technology right from the search box. Google has added a Lens button to its home page’s iconic search bar. That’s essential, according to Rajan Patel, Google’s vice president of engineering in charge of Search and Lens; as he stated on Tuesday, the Google homepage doesn’t change frequently. Continue reading “Google Lens is now available on Google.com homepage”

Google rolls out Primetime Channels on YouTube in U.S.

Starting today, YouTube users can sign up for Primetime Channels and watch TV, movies, and sports from 30+ streaming services. It’s possible YouTube has everything from creative videos to Oscar-winning blockbusters and episodes of your favourite series. Continue reading “Google rolls out Primetime Channels on YouTube in U.S.”

PMPML and Google Cloud partner for live bus tracking in Google Maps in Pune

Today, PMPML (Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd), the public transport bus service provider for the twin cities of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad as well as the PMRDA region in India has announced a collaborative work with Google Cloud to build an intelligent transit management system and feed system to track bus services live on Google Maps. Continue reading “PMPML and Google Cloud partner for live bus tracking in Google Maps in Pune”

Google Workspace Individual is getting 1TB storage support

The Google Workspace Individual subscription, which was announced in 2021, is intended for individual small business owners and will include premium features such as smart booking services, professional video meetings, personalised email marketing, and more. Continue reading “Google Workspace Individual is getting 1TB storage support”

Google details why Pixel 7 series only support 64-bit apps

Google has announced that the recently launched Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are the first Android phones to support only 64-bit apps. The firm encourages developers to start paying extra attention to testing their apps and updates for 64-bit-only devices, and details a few advantages of the transition. Continue reading “Google details why Pixel 7 series only support 64-bit apps”

YouTube gets Separate Tabs for Videos, Shorts, Live Videos

Following a new look and a number of new features that were delivered to users earlier this week, YouTube has started rolling out separate tabs for Live Videos, Shorts, and Videos today. According to YouTube, the move will make it simpler for viewers to find the types of material they are most interested in when discovering a creator’s channel page. Continue reading “YouTube gets Separate Tabs for Videos, Shorts, Live Videos”

Pixel 8 Pro could feature an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor

Google is said to be testing a new Pixel phone with the model number G10, according to developer Kuba Wojciechowski. This is the modified Pixel 7 Pro that the company is testing, and it has a Qualcomm Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. Continue reading “Pixel 8 Pro could feature an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor”

Google fined Rs. 936.44 crore by CCI, ordered to allow third-party payments

According to India’s antitrust commission, which on Tuesday slapped Google with $113 million for anticompetitive conduct, Google shouldn’t prevent app developers from adopting third-party billing or payment processing providers. Continue reading “Google fined Rs. 936.44 crore by CCI, ordered to allow third-party payments”

YouTube gets an updated look, pinch to zoom and more

Starting today, YouTube has a new look and a number of new features that will improve the user experience by making streaming more modern and immersive. Recently, YouTube introduced channel handles for easier mentions. Continue reading “YouTube gets an updated look, pinch to zoom and more”

Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3 brings Clear Calling for Pixel 7

Google has released Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3 (T1B3.221003.003), which includes the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. The latest bug fixes, as well as performance and stability improvements, are included in the update. Continue reading “Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3 brings Clear Calling for Pixel 7”

Google fined Rs.1337.76 crore by CCI for Android anti-competitive activities

Alphabet Inc.’s Google was been fined Rs. 1337.76 crore ($161.95 million) and told to change its strategy for the Android platform by India’s competition watchdog on Thursday for doing things that hurt competition. Additionally, Google was told by the Commission to change its behaviour within a specific time frame. Continue reading “Google fined Rs.1337.76 crore by CCI for Android anti-competitive activities”

Google Messages gets replies, YouTube PiP, emoji reactions

Google has announced a major update to its Messages app, as well as a new icon for it, as well as the Google Phone and Contacts apps. The new icons are intended to work with Android’s ‘Material You’ themes. The Messages app now includes the ability to watch YouTube videos within the app, as well as voice message transcription and other enhancements. Continue reading “Google Messages gets replies, YouTube PiP, emoji reactions”