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Android 17 to bring blurred UI elements, revamped screen recorder: Report
Ahead of its expected unveiling later this year, Android 17's alleged leaked images hint Google is testing blurred system UI elements, a redesigned screen recorder, and app lock features
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Google may soon offer built-in AI music generator in Gemini: What to expect
References spotted in the Google app suggests the company is testing a built-in AI music generation tool inside Gemini, with early signs of limits and phased access
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Tech Wrap Jan 23: Motorola Signature, Forza Horizon 6, Redmi Note 15 Pro
Motorola Signature, Moto Watch launched. Forza Horizon releasing May 19. Redmi Note 15 Pro series India launch. Personal Intelligence in Google AI Mode. Google Photos Me Meme. Ads on Apple App Store
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Tech Wrap Jan 20: Samsung AI Bixby, Amazon Echo Show, Vivo X200T launch
Samsung plans AI revamp for Bixby. Amazon launches Echo Show 11, Echo Show 8 (gen 4). Vivo X200T launch on Jan 27. iQOO 15R launching soon. Realme P4 Power launch on Jan 29. Asus pivots to AI devices
 "Tech Wrap Jan 20: Samsung AI Bixby, Amazon Echo Show, Vivo X200T launch")
Google's Gemini app gets 'Answer now' option: What is it and how it works
Google has introduced an 'Answer Now' option in the Gemini app, allowing Pro and Thinking model users to bypass longer reasoning steps and receive responses faster across Android, iOS, and the web
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Tech Wrap Jan 16: Insta reel translation, MediaTek D chips, Subway Surfers
Instagram reels AI translations. MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, 8500 chips. Subway Surfers city to launch Feb 26. BenQ 2K gaming monitor. Google TranslateGemma. Realme Buds Clip
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Google's TranslateGemma open AI models can translate text, images: Details
Google introduces TranslateGemma, a collection of open translation models offering 55-language support through Gemma 3-based models
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Tech Wrap Jan 15: Gemini Personal Intelligence, BGMI, ChatGPT Translate
Google Gemini gets Personal Intelligence. Krafton releases BGMI 4.2 update. OpenAI releases ChatGPT Translate. Garmin unveils Quatix 8 Pro. Realme 10000mAh phone. YouTube parental control
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Google revises Gemini 3 Thinking, Pro model limits for all users: Details
Google has removed the shared quota between Gemini 3 Thinking and Pro models, introducing independent daily limits for paid users to offer clearer control
Apple-Google Siri tie-up signals AI sector maturity, dominance of a few
Apple's move to use Google's Gemini to power Siri highlights how rising costs and complexity in AI are pushing even the biggest tech firms towards collaboration and reliance on a few dominant players
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Google eyes Vietnam for high-end Pixel phones amid supply chain reset
Google is set to begin full development of its high-end Pixel phones in Vietnam, a move similar to Apple's efforts to reduce reliance on China
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Google shuts down personal data leak alerts linked to dark web from Jan 15
Google will discontinue its 'Dark web report' feature from January 15, ending alerts for personal data leaks and shifting focus to other security tools that it said provide more actionable guidance
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Google removes some AI health summaries after wrong advice sparks alarm
Can AI search answer put your health at risk? Google has removed 'AI Overviews' from some medical searches after a report by The Guardian flagged misinformation with potentially dangerous consequences
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Apple picks Google's Gemini to power next-gen AI features, including Siri
Apple and Google have officially teamed up, with Gemini set to power the overhauled Siri and next generation Apple Intelligence features rolling out later this year
Apple, Google ink Gemini deal for revamped Siri in major win for Alphabet
Alphabet has been jostling with OpenAI for the Apple deal, the financial details of which were not disclosed
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Tech Wrap Jan 12: Claude for Healthcare, Lava Blaze Duo 3, Samsung theme
Claude for Healthcare launched. Lava Blaze Duo 3. Samsung releases Stranger Things themes. WhatsApp profile with cover photos. Google releases in-app check-out option. iPhone 17e
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Google rolls out in-chat purchase option in Gemini app, AI Mode: What's new
Google has rolled out an update to its AI shopping experience, enabling users to complete purchases directly within Search AI Mode and the Gemini app, without being redirected to retailer websites
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Google partner Walmart, others to enable shopping within Gemini AI chatbot
Google's new AI shopping feature works this way: if a customer asks what gear to get for a winter ski trip, for example, Gemini will return items from a participating retailers' inventory
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Google founders eye California exit as state weighs one-time wealth tax
The Google founders' shrinking connections to California underscore the impact of a potential ballot measure that would affect the state's wealthiest residents
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Google explores 'Try before you buy' for games on Play Store: What is it
Google may be working on a new Play Store feature that would let users try premium Android games for free before paying, potentially lowering entry barriers for one-time purchase titles
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