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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...
Google Pixel 10 Series Breaks Cover: Leaker Shares First Alleged Look
The upcoming Google Pixel 10 series has leaked, revealing key details about the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL, according to @OnLeaks and Android Headlines. Pixel 10 The standard Pixel 10 will stick with a 6.3-inch display and feature a triple rear camera setup. Its dimensions are 152.8 x 72 x...
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...
New Experimental Features Available to Test for YouTube Premium Subscribers
YouTube is rolling out a selection of new experimental features for its YouTube Premium members, allowing them to test new perks.
Google Open-Sources Pebble Smartwatch Software
Google on Monday open-sourced the operating system that powered Pebble smartwatches, making most of the code available to the public
Apple and Google’s Mobile Dominance Under Fire from U.K. Regulator
The U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority today launched investigations into Apple and Google's dominance in the iOS and Android ecosystems, respectively
Samsung Galaxy S25: Here are the New Android Features
Google announced several new AI, accessibility, and parental control features coming to Samsung's new flagship smartphone series
Google Announces New Chromebooks and Education Tools
Google today announced more than 20 new Chromebooks for 2025, along with a ton of new Google for Education and AI features coming to ChromeOS