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Google Assistant Gets the Boot from Waze on iPhone

Waze is officially removing Google Assistant from its iOS app after more than a year of technical problems. The company announced that the feature hasn’t been working properly for a long time and will be shut off starting tomorrow. Instead of trying to fix it, Waze says it will focus on building a better voice...

Google Slams the EU: Search and Android Rules Will Backfire

Google has criticized the European Commission’s latest demands for changes to Google Search, Android, and the Play Store, arguing they will harm European businesses, degrade user experience, and weaken security. In a statement, Oliver Bethell, Google’s Senior Director of Competition, called the Commission’s decision “misguided” and said it will make it harder for users to...

Google Pixel 9a Leaks in Full Unboxing Video Ahead of Launch

Google Pixel 8a from 2024 With the Google Pixel 9a rumoured to launch on March 19, leaks are ramping up for its entry smartphone. Following earlier marketing renders, a full unboxing and hands-on videos have now surfaced on YouTube, giving a clear look at Google’s upcoming mid-range smartphone, according to Android Police. YouTuber Sahil Karoul...

CRTC to Google: Pay Up Again for the News Law You Already Fund

The CRTC has announced a new rule that requires big tech companies, including Google (well, only Google so far), to pay fees to cover the cost of overseeing the Online News Act. The decision, made on February 26, 2025, ensures that companies distributing news in Canada contribute financially to the regulatory process. In other words,...

Google I/O 2025 Just Announced, Kicks Off in May

Google has just announced its annual developer conference Google I/O is set to take place in May. On May 20 and 21, Google I/O will kick off at the  Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View and online at io.google. Google says it will share its "newest products, technologies and innovations in AI.” The first day will...

Google Says Gemini 2.0 AI Models Now Available for Everyone

Google has rolled out major updates to its Gemini AI models, enhancing their speed, intelligence, and accessibility for developers and users. The updated Gemini 2.0 Flash, known for its speed and low latency, now combines quick processing with the ability to solve more complex problems. It’s available through the Gemini app, Google AI Studio, and...