Google Pixel 4 exclusive recorder app now available for Pixel 2, Pixel 3 and 3A

Google’s AI-powered Recorder app, which has so far been available exclusively for Pixel 4 owners, is now compatible with the Pixel 2, Pixel 3, and Pixel 3A series phones. The Recorder app uses the power of AI to automatically transcribe the users audio recordings and it also lets its users search for specific parts of … Read more

Google Stadia controller wireless support coming for phones, laptops, desktops in 2020

Google Store listing has revealed that the Stadia controller will get wireless support for laptops, desktops, phones and tablets in 2020, but did not announce an exact launch date for the same. Wireless functionality for the Stadia controller is a big deal as it uses built-in WiFi to directly connect to Stadia servers when users … Read more

Google acquires wearable fitness band and smartwatch maker Fitbit for $2.1 billion

After the rumors of Google making an offer to Fitbit emerged, the search giant has now announced the acquisition. The deal is worth $2.1 billion. “Today, we’re announcing that Google has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fitbit, a leading wearables brand,” said Rick Osterloh, Senior Vice President, Devices & Services, Google. “By working … Read more

Google Pay stamp collection scheme extended till November 11, try your luck to get the Rangoli stamp

On the occasion of Diwali, Google introduced stamp collection scheme on Google Pay. On making bill payments and peer-to-peer transfers, Google Pay users get one of the five stamps. These include Jhumka, Flower, Diya, Lantern and Rangoli. On collecting all give stamps, you win Rs 251. And if you are lucky enough, you stand a … Read more

Google Messages RCS works in India; promises next-gen messaging alternative to SMS, WhatsApp

Google has long been working on Rich Communication Services (RCS) protocol that is meant to replace the aging SMS. SMS as a protocol has been around since the early days of the Global System for Mobile communications (GSM). For context, the first SMS message was sent back in 1992. This makes the protocol about 27 … Read more

Google Assistant: This bug could keep your phone screen awake until the battery dies

Google Assistant, the defacto virtual assistant from Google is now present on most of the Google devices in the market. These devices include Android-powered smartphones, smart televisions, smart speakers, connected cars, laptops, and even more. The digital assistant is present all around us and it has progressively improved to be more helpful and capable. Google … Read more

Google Stadia is set to launch on November 19

Google announced Stadia, its cross platform game streaming service in March and now, the company is revealing some key information not revealed during the official introduction. The search giant has finally revealed details about the games that will be available to play, availability and most importantly, the price of this new game streaming service. The … Read more

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL not coming to India, here’s why

Google today launched its latest Pixel 4 series along with a host of new products in New York. The Google Pixel 4 series comes with a starting price of $799 (approximately Rs 57,000). Google has launched the Pixel 4 series in three colors – Just Black, Clearly White, and Oh So Orange. The new Pixel 4 family goes up … Read more

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL launched: Check price, specifications, features

Google has finally launched its latest Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL smartphones. The Google Pixel 4 series is the successor to the Pixel 3 series. The new Pixel 4 devices come with a Snapdragon 855 SoC, Android 10 and more. There is also a cool feature called “Motion Sense,” powered by a Project Soli chip that … Read more

Google Doodle honors poet, social worker and feminist, Kamini Roy

Today’s Google’s Doodle is dedicated to Kamini Roy, a renowned Bengali poet, social worker and feminist during the British rule in India. Today’s Doodle honor her on her 155th birth anniversary. “Why should a woman be confined to home and denied her rightful place in society?” wrote the Bengali poet, educator, and activist Kamini Roy in 1924. Kamini Roy … Read more

Google Pixel 4 leaks showcase advance face unlock, new Assistant UI, motion sense and more

A number of new leaks Google Pixel 4 have just surfaced online showcasing a number of new features. These features showcase several unannounced features that have been rumored in the past. In addition, these are not the only new features that have leaked regarding the Pixel 4 lineup. As previously noted, Google Pixel 4 and … Read more

Microsoft Surface Duo: Android-powered foldable smartphone announced

Software giant Microsoft has just announced its much anticipated Surface-branded smartphone called the Microsoft Surface Duo. Surface Duo will be the first Android-powered smartphone-like Surface device that the world has long been waiting for. As part of the announcement, the company revealed that the Microsoft Surface Duo will be launching in the Holiday season next … Read more

Google Pixel 4 press render leaks ahead of October 15 launch, confirms square camera module

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL launch are just two weeks away. While the smartphone has leaked multiple times in the past few weeks, the official looking press render has appeared for the first time. The new render courtesy of Evan Blass gives us our best look yet at the fourth generation Pixel smartphone. … Read more

Google unveils multiple products at ‘Google for India’ 2019 conference

In its bid to make the Internet more accessible, Google unveiled a few products at its “Google for India” 2019 conference. The company revealed details regarding Google’s AI lab in Bengaluru, BSNL partnership and ‘Google Pay for Business’ app for merchants. The search giant also asserted that it is adding more Indian languages to its … Read more

Google Pixel 4 ‘Coral’ color confirmed ahead of October 15 launch

Google will launch its new Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL devices on October 15 in New York. The company has started teasing the launch of its next-generation Pixel devices with a massive billboard in Times Square. The ad not only confirms the back camera design of the Pixel 4 series, but also the Coral color … Read more

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL launch set for October 15 in New York

Google has finally announced the launch date for its next-generation Pixel smartphones. The search giant will unveil the new smartphones at an event in New York on October 15. The date is in line with the leaks and the event tagline reads, “Come see a few new things Made by Google.” The invite clearly suggests … Read more

YouTube Charts hits Indian shores, set to empower local artists

Google-owned YouTube has rolled out “YouTube Charts” in India that will showcase country-specific trending music lists, top songs, artists and music videos at one place. This makes India the 56th country alongside the global chart. “YouTube Charts” has more than two billion global users and 265 million monthly users in India. “We’ve heard loud and … Read more

Google One now supports automatic backup for Android smartphones

Google One has been updated with automatic phone backups option. The primary subscription service for expanded cloud storage from the search giant is getting the option as part of its paid plans. The cloud service already handles the standard Android backup including your app data, call history, contacts, settings and SMS messages. It also keeps … Read more

Google Pixel 4 Motion Sense gestures leak online in a new video

Software giant Google is gearing up to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the Google Pixel 4 lineup in coming weeks. As the expected launch date approaches, the internet is full with Pixel 4 leaks online. The smartphone has already leaked extensively in terms of the design, the colors, and the expected specifications. However, a new … Read more

Google Pixel 4 to sport improved Night Sight mode, Motion Mode, 8x zoom: Report

New details about the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL smartphones have surfaced. A new report suggests that the new smartphones will feature a new Motion Mode for action scenes. There will also be a new enhanced Night Sight feature to let you take even better low-light photos. There have also been reports about … Read more

Apple slams Google for raising false alarm over iOS vulnerabilities

Apple has slammed Google for creating a false impression about its iPhones being vulnerable to hacking risk. This is owing to security flaws that allegedly let several malicious websites break into its iOS operating system. Apple has released a big statement related to the issue. Here is all we know. Google Project Zero report Researchers … Read more

Baidu beats Google in global smart speaker market while Amazon maintains lead: Canalys

Chinese technology giant Baidu has emerged as the surprise winner in the global smart speaker market. Despite serving only the China market, Baidu has managed to beat Google to take the second spot. According to Canalys, it registered a growth of 3,700 percent and shipped 4.5 milion units during the second quarter. The global market … Read more

Android 10 for Pixel might be released on September 3, shows Google support chat

Android 10 might be released to Google’s Pixel smartphones on September 3, 2019. Last week, Google confirmed that it is ditching the dessert name and will call the update simply Android 10. While it didn’t announce the final date for its release, a leak points at first week of September. The information regarding the release … Read more

Google announces ‘Privacy Sandbox’ initiative to protect users’ privacy online

Google has announced a “Privacy Sandbox” initiative to help protect users’ privacy online. The company says that the initiative will develop a set of open standards to fundamentally enhance privacy on internet. The search giant said it will work with the web community to develop new standards that advance privacy, while also supporting free access to … Read more

Google’s lighter Go search app now available for all Android users globally

After a successful testing in India and other emerging markets, Google has made the lighter version of its Search engine – Google Go – available for Android users worldwide where patchy networks are common. According to data from Sensor Tower, Google Go has been installed approximately 17.5 million times globally, with the largest percentage of … Read more

Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides updated with a new font; likely to improve reading speed

Search and software giant Google has just made a new announcement regarding its online productivity suite. The company revealed that it has added a new font family to its Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Most of the time, the addition of a new font family in a productivity app is not a big deal. However, … Read more

Google Nest Hub may launch in India next week for Rs 8,999

It looks like Google is planning to launch its smart home speaker, the Google Nest Hub in India. A new report online has indicated that the company is planning to launch the smart speaker in the market for a starting price of Rs 8,999. Google Nest Hub is a 7-inch Smart display-cum-speaker that the company … Read more

Google Pixel to get voiceless emergency operator options

Search engine giant Google has announced a new voiceless emergency operator option for its Pixel smartphones that would allow users with speech impairment or in emergency situations to get quick medical, police or fire brigade attention. “The feature would first reach Pixel phones and would later be rolled out to other Android phones as well,” … Read more