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Perplexity AI to soon bring new feature akin to Google's Circle to Search
While the Perplexity CEO confirmed that this functionality is on the way, no further details-such as a release timeline or official name-were shared
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Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro model is now available for free users: What's new
Released last week for paid subscribers, the Google Gemini 2.5 Pro model's experimental version brings advanced reasoning and coding capabilities
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NCLAT upholds CCI ruling against Google, cuts penalty to Rs 216 crore
The penalty imposed on Google was cut down from Rs 936.44 crore to Rs 216 crore
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Pixel 9a set to go on sale in India from April 16, confirms Google: Details
The Pixel 9a will be priced at Rs 49,999 in India and available online and offline with bank offers and bundled services
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Android Auto 14.1 update will let users play select games on car displays
Reportedly, the games that have become playable on car displays with this update include Farm Heroes Saga, Candy Crush Soda Saga, Angry Birds 2, and Beach Buggy Racing
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Google simplifies travel planning with AI tools on Maps, Search: What's new
A new Google Maps feature leverages Gemini to save places based on screenshots saved on the user's device
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More views coming for YouTube Shorts creators: Here's what is changing
This change in metrics will not affect creators' earnings or their eligibility for the YouTube Partner Program as all that will still be based on the old metrics
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Google shifts Android updates development behind closed doors: Here's why
Reportedly, Google has said that this shift is aimed at simplifying development as by focusing on its internal branch, it hopes to streamline updates and reduce development friction
Will Google's $32bn Wiz buy help it gain ground in cloud services?
Google currently lags in the cloud market, and the deal could help it expand its offerings as well as acquire new customers
Google releases Gemini 2.5 model with focus on reasoning, code capabilities
Google said that it plans to incorporate "thinking" capabilities into all its models going forward, enabling them to handle more complex problems and support context-aware AI agents
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Google says 'technical issue' caused Maps timeline data deletion: Report
Reportedly, Google has started sending out email with instructions for recovering Google Maps timeline data from cloud
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Project Astra: Soon, Google will let Gemini Live see your screen and camera
The feature builds on Google's Project Astra, enabling users to share their screen with Gemini AI and engage in a conversation about the content in real time
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Sebi asks intermediaries to register with Google, Meta for advertisements
Move to curb fraudsters and misleading information on social media platforms
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Google rolls out AI-powered 'smart search' feature in Gmail: What's new
The new search option is currently rolling out for users with personal Google accounts and is available on both the web and the official Gmail app for Android and iOS
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Google delays Pixel 9a pre-orders due to 'component quality issues': Report
Google had reportedly planned to begin Pixel 9a sales this month but has pushed it to April for additional quality checks
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Google Pixel 9a: Where to buy, availability details, pricing, launch offers
The new Google Pixel 9a is priced at Rs 49,999 in India, and offers several AI-based tools like Circle to Search, Pixel Studio, and Magic editor
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Google charged with breaching EU rules, Apple told to open up to rivals
The move by the European Commission came amid tensions with US President Donald Trump who has threatened to levy tariffs against countries which impose fines on US companies
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Google launches Pixel 9a at Rs 49,999: Check specifications, features, more
The Pixel 9a ships with Android 15, and Google has promised seven years of support, including Pixel Drops, operating system updates, and security patches
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How Trump's administration paved the way for Google's $32 bn Wiz deal
The acquisition is aimed at leveraging Wiz's rapid growth, with the cybersecurity firm boasting a 70 per cent annual revenue increase and over $700 million in annualised revenue
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Google enhances Gemini with canvas, audio overview features: Check details
Google said that the Audio Overview feature converts documents, slides, and reports generated in Deep Research mode into an AI-generated audio with podcast-like discussion
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