Page 18 - Latest Updates on Google
Facing battery drainage issue on Pixel? Update Instagram, says Google
Select Pixel smartphone users reported battery drain issues after the May update. Google clarified that the problem stems from a bug in the Instagram app
 "Facing battery drainage issue on Pixel? Update Instagram, says Google")
Google Store debuts in India with offers on Pixel devices: Check deals here
Google's official store goes live in India, offering direct-to-consumer sales with exclusive deals on Pixel devices and accessories
 "Google Store debuts in India with offers on Pixel devices: Check deals here")
Android 16: Samsung releases OneUI 8 beta, confirms summer debut with folds
Samsung's One UI 8 beta is now live in Germany, South Korea, the UK, and the US, with wider device and regional support expected in the coming months
 "Android 16: Samsung releases OneUI 8 beta, confirms summer debut with folds")
Google Meet to fully replace legacy Google Duo calling in September 2025
Google has begun notifying users to back up video messages and call histories from the Duo legacy system as the company prepares to sunset its remaining features
 "Google Meet to fully replace legacy Google Duo calling in September 2025")
'Sign in with ChatGPT' could be OpenAI's answer to Google sign in: Details
OpenAI is testing a "Sign in with ChatGPT" feature to rival Google Sign-In, aiming to let users access third-party apps using ChatGPT credentials
 "'Sign in with ChatGPT' could be OpenAI's answer to Google sign in: Details")
Google app on Android rolls out 'Activity' tab: Here's what it will do
The Activity tab stores history, saved items, and collections - offering quick access to recent searches, saved content, and grouped collections in a new layout
 "Google app on Android rolls out 'Activity' tab: Here's what it will do")
Google's upcoming Pixel phones to use TSMC-made Tensor chips: What changes
Earlier, Google was relying on Samsung for the production of Tensor chips, but now it has reportedly signed a deal with TSMC for the chipsets' production from Pixel 10 to at least Pixel 14
 "Google's upcoming Pixel phones to use TSMC-made Tensor chips: What changes")
Google Pixel 10 series: Colours to camera and processor, what to expect
Reportedly, Google's upcoming Pixel lineup will be launched in new colour options, including Iris, Limoncello, and Sterling, alongside returning shades such as Obsidian and Porcelain
 "Google Pixel 10 series: Colours to camera and processor, what to expect")
Google expands Gemini Live's screen sharing, live camera feature to iPhone
Gemini Live's screen and camera sharing feature is rolling out gradually on the Gemini iOS app, and is expected to be available to all users in the coming days
 "Google expands Gemini Live's screen sharing, live camera feature to iPhone")
Google renews Bengaluru office lease for five years at ₹90 crore rent
The tech giant has renewed its lease on 8.7 lakh sq ft at Bagmane Capital Business Park, paying ₹7.5 crore monthly for space across Kyoto East and West Towers
 "Google renews Bengaluru office lease for five years at ₹90 crore rent")
Claude 4 Sonnet, Opus AI models released with enhanced coding capabilities
Anthropic claims Claude Opus 4 can compete with GPT-4.1 and Gemini 2.5, while Sonnet 4 outperforms its predecessor in reasoning and code generation
 "Claude 4 Sonnet, Opus AI models released with enhanced coding capabilities")
Tech Wrap May 22: Android 16 QPR1 beta, Xbox Game Pass, Motorola Razr 60
Google releases Android 16 QPR1 beta for Pixels. Microsoft expands its Game Pass subscription. Motorola's Razr 60 to launch in India. Acer launches Swift Neo laptop. Nothing Phone 3 Community contest
 "Tech Wrap May 22: Android 16 QPR1 beta, Xbox Game Pass, Motorola Razr 60")
Gemma 3n: All about Google's open model for on-device AI on phones, laptops
Google says Gemma 3n makes use of a new technique called Per-Layer Embeddings (PLE), which allows the model to consume much less RAM than similarly sized models
 "Gemma 3n: All about Google's open model for on-device AI on phones, laptops")
Google introduces SynthID Detector to spot AI-generated content: What is it
Google's SynthID Detector aims to improve transparency around AI-generated content by helping users trace its origin-supporting the responsible use of AI
 "Google introduces SynthID Detector to spot AI-generated content: What is it")
Google previews Samsung DeX-like desktop mode for Android at I/O: Details
Android 16's desktop mode brings a PC-like experience to smartphones when connected to an external display, with support for adaptive apps
 "Google previews Samsung DeX-like desktop mode for Android at I/O: Details")
Google releases Android 16 QPR1 beta for Pixels: New features, eligibility
The new Android 16 QPR beta build brings a redesigned user interface with Material 3 Expressive to compatible Google Pixel smartphones
 "Google releases Android 16 QPR1 beta for Pixels: New features, eligibility")
Google tests AI-powered 'Ask Play about this app' feature on Play Store
The new "Ask Play about this app" section appears on app listing pages in the Google Play Store, allowing users to ask questions specific to that app
 "Google tests AI-powered 'Ask Play about this app' feature on Play Store")
Google co-founder Sergey Brin gives away shares worth $700 million as gift
Brin and co-founder Larry Page, who stepped down from top management roles in 2019, saw their fortunes rise by a combined $7 billion on Wednesday
 "Google co-founder Sergey Brin gives away shares worth $700 million as gift")
Google to roll out agentic AI across Gemini, Search and Chrome: Pichai
Sundar Pichai announces new Agent Mode, Gemini personalisation and AI Mode for Search at Google I/O; Project Mariner tools coming to developers this summer
 "Google to roll out agentic AI across Gemini, Search and Chrome: Pichai")
Tech Wrap May 21: Google I/O, Apple WWDC on June 9, HP OmniStudio X AIO PC
Google I/O highlights. Apple WWDC to start June 9. HP launches OmniStudio X AIO PC. Android XR glasses demo at Google I/O. Windows 11 dev build. Gemini AI. Google Beam. Fortnite back on AppStore
 "Tech Wrap May 21: Google I/O, Apple WWDC on June 9, HP OmniStudio X AIO PC")
