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US seeks Google ad-tech breakup after judge finds illegal monopoly

The judge set a September trial date on Friday, after hearing from Google and the DOJ on potential remedies for the company's dominance in ad tools used by online publishers

Google's Material Design 3 Expressive to transform Android UI: What is new

First introduced in 2014, Material Design is Google's open-source design system that provides comprehensive guidelines for building user interfaces across Android apps

Google developing Samsung DeX-like desktop mode for Android: Details here

Expected to roll out with Android 16, the desktop mode will allow eligible smartphones to deliver connected external displays in to a full-fledged PC-like experience

YouTube tests shared Premium plan for two users at Rs 219 per month: Report

Reportedly, the two-user YouTube Premium subscription is being piloted in select countries, including India, and with select users

Google can train search AI on web content even if publishers opt out

Publishers can only decline having their data used in search AI if they opt out of being indexed for search, Google clarified

Chinese giant Xiaomi slips out of top five as Apple hits top slot in Q1CY25

Only two brands in the top-ten have been able to increase their market share - Motorola and Google

Tech Wrap May 2: ASUS ROG laptops, Google Voice, Microsoft passkey support

ASUS ROG gaming laptops launched. Google Voice adds three-way calling. Microsoft new accounts are password-free by default. Spotify to roll out iOS app update. Google expands AI Mode in Search

Google expands availability of AI Mode in Search with new features: Details

Powered by the Gemini 2.0, AI Mode is designed to respond to more complex queries using advanced reasoning, multimodal input processing, and deeper analysis

Google Voice update adds three-way calling, revamped interface: What's new

The new features in Google Voice are currently limited to select Google Workspace customers but will soon be available for all, said Google

Google, Microsoft, Nvidia join IICT to empower digital creators: Vaishnaw

Seven global firms, including Google and Microsoft, are collaborating with the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) to promote talent in the emerging creators' economy in the country, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. Speaking at the first World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) here, Vaishnaw said the institute is set to become a national hub for the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) sector. "Already seven firms - Nvidia, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Star India and Adobe are collaborating with the IICT. The IICT will work closely with the industry to make our young creators future ready," Vaishnaw said. The IICT is being established by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in strategic collaboration with FICCI and CII, as a National Centre of Excellence on the lines of prestigious IIT and IIM. Vaishnaw said industry estimates show that India is home to 40 million creators. "This vibrant set o

Tech Wrap May 1: Fortnite on App Store, Google Gemini, Vivo Y19 launched

Fortnite to return on Apple App Store next week. Gemini to get an image editing app. Vivo Y19 phone launched. Google plans drastic visual overhaul with Android 16

Google Messages rolls out 'Unsubscribe' option to curb SMS and RCS spam

To reduce unwanted messages and spam, the Unsubscribe option will help users report spam senders and maintain a cleaner inbox

Google revamps salary structure; to boost bonus for top performers

Google to overhaul pay structure, boosting rewards for top performers while trimming bonuses for mid-tier staff to drive productivity

Google hopes to reach Gemini AI deal with Apple this year: Sundar Pichai

During an antitrust trial in the US, Pichai said that while Google does not yet have an agreement with Apple, he spoke with Apple CEO Tim Cook about the possibility last year

Soon, Google to add image editing features to Gemini app: What is new

The Gemini app will support AI-powered image editing with natural language prompts, style transformations and watermarking for authenticity

Google plans drastic visual overhaul with Android 16: What to expect

Google is expected to offer more details about the Android 16 update at The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 13

Sundar Pichai's protection costs Google $8 mn in 2024 amid rising risks

Google spent $8.27 million on CEO Sundar Pichai's security in 2024, citing rising threats and global travel as key reasons behind the 22 per cent surge in protection costs

Google NotebookLM's AI podcast expands to more languages, including Hindi

The AI-powered 'Audio Overviews' feature in Google NotebookLM turns complex written content into a podcast-like experience that mimics a conversation between two human hosts

Google to host 'The Android Show' ahead of the I/O 2025 conference: Details

Google I/O conference used to spotlight Android, but now it appears that the development in the field of AI will take centre stage

Google plans to expand Gemini AI to smartwatches, headphones, cars in 2025

This aligns with earlier reports suggesting that Google intends to phase out the legacy Google Assistant and replace it with Gemini across the Android ecosystem