Google has made a significant push into AI this year, placing its latest AI model, Gemini, at the forefront of its services. Integrated deeply across various Google platforms, Gemini has even taken the place of Google Assistant as the default assistant on Android devices. However, despite this major role, Gemini currently lacks many features that…
Nearly 10 months after announcing plans to produce devices in the country, and ahead of the expected Pixel 9 unveiling later this week, Google has announced the launch of locally manufactured Pixel 8 devices in India. The Android maker confirmed to TechCrunch that local production is currently limited to the Pixel 8, and does not…
Google Chrome, one of the most widely used browsers among Android users, faced a significant issue this weekend when many users suddenly lost access to their saved passwords. This incident, which affected Chrome on Windows machines, highlighted the critical importance of keeping browsers updated to prevent such disruptions. Chrome offers features like cross-platform sync and…
Google has unveiled a set of new features for Google Maps specifically tailored for India, including long-requested support for incident reports on Android Auto. In a recent blog post, Google highlighted six new features for Maps in India. These features cater to regional needs, such as “Flyover” routes-elevated roads intended to reduce traffic congestion. The…
Google Maps has long been evolving and enhancing its interface, gaining popularity for its creativity and functionality. The latest update further improves the navigation experience on Android devices by introducing a new sheet-based design that replaces traditional full-screen menus, keeping the map visible at all times. This global rollout showcases a fresh design with softer,…
Microsoft is mandating that all employees based in China switch from Android phones to Apple iPhones for work-related tasks, citing cybersecurity concerns as the primary reason for this change. The directive requires the use of Microsoft’s Authenticator password manager and Identity Pass app on iPhones to verify employee identities for logging into work devices. Consequently,…
As you’ve probably noticed, technology companies are rapidly integrating artificial intelligence into as many products as possible. One of the latest AI-powered features coming to Android smartphones is called Circle to Search. Here’s an idea: Whether it’s the name of a restaurant in a text message or a cute new lamp in a photo you…
In an effort to protect Android users against phone scammers, Google is developing new protections. Google revealed on Tuesday at its I/O developer conference that it is developing a new call monitoring function that will alert users to the possibility that the person they are speaking with is probably trying to defraud them and prompt…
Google follows the same Android release schedule every year, giving tech enthusiasts a first look at all upcoming features months in advance. After two developer previews, the first public beta of Android 15 is finally available, bringing with it a host of new features. Here’s everything you need to know about his five new features…
For quite a bit of time, Google has been developing the Find My Device function. For offline Android devices to work properly, they must be able to transmit a signal even when they are not powered on. This indicates that they require particular hardware in order to operate a particular type of Bluetooth controller. It…