Gmail, Google Photos, and Messages apps are getting Material 3 Expressive UI updates, including floating toolbars, revamped icons, and new animations
The "Pixel Penthouse" is expected to be a 90-minute-long pre-launch event scheduled for June 27, where Google is likely to reveal its upcoming Pixel 10 series and other products to super fans
Google stated that in regions where the Ultra Plan is active, AI Pro subscribers will now get limited access to Veo 3 within Gemini app and Flow
The fate and fortunes of one of the world's most powerful tech companies now sits in the hands of a US judge wrestling with whether to impose far-reaching changes upon Google in the wake of its dominant search engine being declared an illegal monopoly. US District Judge Amit Mehta on Friday heard closing arguments from Justice Department lawyers who argued that a radical shake-up is needed to promote a free and fair market. Their proposed remedies include a ban on Google paying to lock its search engine in as the default on smart devices and an order requiring the company to sell its Chrome browser. Google's legal team argued that only minor concessions are needed and urged Mehta not to unduly punish the company with a harsh ruling that could squelch future innovations. Google also argued that the upheaval triggered by advances in Artificial Intelligence are already reshaping the search landscape, as conversational search options are rolling out from AI startups that are hoping to
Indian-origin Judge Amit Mehta questions Google's search dominance amid AI rise, as DOJ seeks remedies including selling Chrome to boost competition and support AI rivals like OpenAI
Each theme pack for Pixel will likely include a combination of icon styles, animation effects, wallpapers, and other visual tweaks
New Google Phone app beta reportedly suggests users might get swipe-right/left and tap buttons for answering calls, combining two interaction methods
Google will return to federal court Friday to fend off the US Justice Department's attempt to topple its internet empire at the same time it's navigating a pivotal shift to artificial intelligence that could undercut its power. The legal and technological threats facing Google are among the key issues that will be dissected during the closing arguments of a legal proceeding that will determine the changes imposed upon the company in the wake of its dominant search engine being declared as an illegal monopoly by US District Judge Amit Mehta last year. Brandishing evidence presented during a recent three-week stretch of hearings, Justice Department lawyers will attempt to persuade Mehta to order a radical shake-up that includes a ban on Google paying to lock its search engine in as the default on smart devices and an order requiring the company to sell its Chrome browser. Google lawyers are expected to assert only minor concessions are needed, especially as the upheaval triggered by .
Moreover, Gemini AI in Google Drive can now summarise videos, letting users quickly extract key info from meetings, classes, and announcements without watching fully
YouTube Shorts will now let users search for information from the video itself using Google Lens-rolling out in beta over the next few weeks
In 2011, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan was key to Google's ad and product strategy when X, backed by ex-boss David Rosenblatt, approached him to be its Chief Product Officer
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
Google's official store goes live in India, offering direct-to-consumer sales with exclusive deals on Pixel devices and accessories
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
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
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
The Activity tab stores history, saved items, and collections - offering quick access to recent searches, saved content, and grouped collections in a new layout
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
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
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