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Google Pixel 3a XL Review

Google forayed into the mid-range segment with Pixel 3a XL (spec-wise at least) in the Indian market. This line of smartphones came into existence since the search engine giant found it challenging to sell their premium Pixel 3 series.

Do you think a smartphone like Pixel 3a XL at Rs. 44,999 with mid-range specifications can penetrate the price-sensitive market like India? If not for the price point here, it’s a ‘YES.’ In case you are planning to buy this device, we’ve come with few reasons ‘Why you should buy’ and ‘Why you should not buy’ this device. Do give it a read. Continue reading “Google Pixel 3a XL Review”

Google Sound Amplifier hearing assistance app now available for Android 6.0+ devices

Google released Sound Amplifier app back in February this year for phones running Android 9 Pie or later and it came pre-installed on Pixel 3 phones. Google has updated the app to support Android devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above. The app enhances audio from your Android device using headphones to provide a more comfortable and natural listening experience. Sound Amplifier uses machine learning that augments sound and filters out background noise for people who have hearing loss. Continue reading “Google Sound Amplifier hearing assistance app now available for Android 6.0+ devices”

Google Gallery Go lightweight offline gallery app released

Google Photos which is a photo-sharing and storage service was launched back in 2015 and has been getting new features with updates over the years. Expanding further, today, Google has announced ‘Gallery Go’ which is a new lightweight app that brings many of the best features of Google Photos and organizes photos offline.

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Google starts testing hyper-local social networking app Shoelace

Google’s Area 120 incubator project has started teasing a new hyper-local social networking app Shoelace that aims to connect people based on shared interests around events and activities. You can create your own events and invite anyone to come along, and also find stuff to do and make plans with others.
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Google Translate’s instant camera translation gets support for over 100 languages, auto language detection, NMT technology

Google is adding new features to translate. Google Lens already has instant translation that lets you point your camera at text and it will automatically detect the language and overlay the translation right on top of the original words. Now the Translate app is getting support for more languages, automatic language detection, improved translation powered by Neural Machine Translation and a new design.

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Google releases Android Q Beta 5, brings improved gesture navigation, dark boot screen for Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL

Google released Android developer preview for Android ‘Q’ back in March, released Beta 2 in April, Android Q beta 3 in June during I/O and Beta 4 last month with final Android Q developer APIs (API level 29), the official API 29 SDK, and updated build tools for Android Studio. Today it has released beta 5 for Pixel devices that brings new gesture navigation and dark boot screen with dark background for Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, but the rest of the animation is identical.

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Google Maps gets India-focused Explore tab, new ‘For You’ recommendations and dining offers in India

Google has been rolling out new features for Google Maps in India. Last month it rolled out local bus schedule, live train status and mixed mode commute suggestions in the country. Today it has introduced three new features — a redesigned, India-focused Explore tab, a new For You experience, and dining Offers. Continue reading “Google Maps gets India-focused Explore tab, new ‘For You’ recommendations and dining offers in India”

Google Pixel 4 XL with triple rear cameras and dual front cameras surface

Google Pixel 4 series smartphone is in the news again and this time it is the unannounced Google Pixel 4 XL. Today, there was a report regarding the possibility of a rear telephoto lens and front infrared camera on the Pixel 4. Now, the latest renders reveal information on the possible camera setup on the upcoming Google Pixel 4 XL smartphone.

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Google Pixel 4 expected to come with telephoto lens and front infrared camera

It is that time of the year when we see a lot of leaks and rumours about the upcoming Google Pixel 4 smartphone. Earlier, there were leaks that the Pixel 4 might come with a square camera bump and in fact, it was teased officially by Google. Today, an early release of Android Q beta 5 reveals more information on the dual rear camera combination on the upcoming Google Pixel 4 smartphone.

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Google Maps gets ‘Stay Safer’ feature in India; alerts if your vehicle goes off-route

Google Maps has been getting a host of new features recently like live train status, AR navigation, speed limits and speed traps, and more. Similarly, today, Google is now introducing a new ‘Stay Safer’ feature in India which will alert passengers if their vehicle goes off-route or avoid passengers being taken through a longer route.

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Google Neighbourly app update adds ability to post photos, create events, polls and more

Google launched Neighbourly local information sharing app last year and later opened up to cities across all of India. It was launched initially with a Q&A feature aimed at helping you ask your neighbours questions regarding the locality. Today, Google has released a new update to the app that adds the ability to post photos, create events, polls, and share tips.

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Google is getting out of tablet business, to focus on Pixelbook laptop

Google has officially confirmed that it is getting out of tablet business. Even though the company had two smaller-sized tablets under development, it will not release them. The company introduced Pixel Slate back in October last year along with the Pixel 3 phones. Before that the company had introduced Pixel C tablet back in 2015, which was discontinued in 2017. At that time the company said that it will focus on Pixelbook.

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Tez Shots game on Google Pay lets you win scratch cards

Google Pay today introduced its new Tez Shots mini game inside the Google Pay app in India that lets you score runs to win scratch cards worth up to Rs. 3300. You can score as many runs you can, and play any as many times as you like to unlock the scratch card. You just need to hit the ball that comes to you to score runs. It shows the best score, your all-India ranking and the total score. Continue reading “Tez Shots game on Google Pay lets you win scratch cards”

Google Pixel 4 surfaces in live images

It is that time of the year when leaks and rumours of the upcoming Google Pixel phones emerge. Recently, a render of the Google Pixel 4 was released revealing a square camera bump and the possibility of an in-display fingerprint scanner and eventually Google officially teased the smartphone officially. Today, live images of the upcoming Pixel 4 have surfaced revealing the square camera bump, fabric case and more.

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OnePlus 7 vs Honor 20 vs Google Pixel 3a XL: Camera comparison

Smartphones camera are getting better and smarter each and every day. Its now more capable, versatile, and gives you reason to leave your DSLR in your home. In this regard, we have compared the camera capabilities of three smartphones launched recently — the OnePlus 7, Honor 20 and Google Pixel 3a XL. Check it out and let us know your opinion in the comments below.

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