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iPhones get stand-alone Gemini AI app with Live feature, deeper integration

While Gemini AI is still accessible through the Google app on iPhones, the dedicated app brings a new interface similar to that of the Gemini app on Android

Google adds new features to Pixels for detecting harmful apps, scam calls

Google Play Protect's live threat detection and the Scam Detection feature were previewed at Google I/O 2024

Google's custom chatbots 'Gems' can now refer to uploaded files for context

Google said that uploaded files, while creating or editing a Gem, will serve as source material for the chatbot, which it can use to provide accurate and relevant responses

Google launches AI-powered 'Learn About' companion for educational research

Unlike traditional AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini, Learn About offers an interactive, visually rich experience with quizzes, lists, and contextual information

Soon, Gemini Live will be able to pull context from uploaded files: Report

Gemini Live's new document understanding feature will allow users to leverage the AI chatbot's contextual and conversational awareness while working

Elon Musk's AI nightmares could blunt Donald Trump's tech ambitions

Musk went on to found Neuralink in part to help humans stay ahead of any artificial superintelligence that might wipe us out

Google's Gemini gets standalone iPhone app with new UI, Gemini Live: Report

Gemini Live would likely utilise iOS's Live Activity feature to remain active in the background

Google Maps to add lane guidance feature for better navigation clarity

Additionally, the app will now include reminders for parking locations and offer walking directions to the entrances of buildings, according to The Verge

Google India PAT grows 6% to Rs 1,425 cr in FY24, income at Rs 7,097.5 cr

Google India has posted a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 1,424.9 crore in the 2023-24 financial year, according to documents shared by Tofler on Friday. The company had posted a PAT of Rs 1,342.5 crore in FY23. Google India posted a total income of Rs 7,097.5 crore during the reported fiscal year, including Rs 5,921.1 crore from continuing operations, and Rs 1,176.4 crore from discontinued operations. During 2020-2021, Google India had filed an application with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for demerger of the IT business undertaking of the company with Google IT Services India Pvt Ltd. "During FY 2023-2024, the scheme of arrangement was approved by the NCLT vide order dated May 25, 2023 and scheme was given effect from 30th June 2023 in the financial statements," Google said in the regulatory filing. Upon approval of the scheme of arrangement, the IT business undertakings of Google India were transferred to and vested with Google IT Services India Pvt Ltd with effect fro

Google to release Android 16 early in 2025, minor update planned for Q4

With Google planning to release a new Android version in Q2 2025, it is likely that the company will maintain August as the month for launching new Pixel smartphones

Tech giants generate over Rs 60,000 crore in advertising revenue FY24

Tech giants Google, Meta, Amazon, and Flipkart generated more than Rs 60,000 crore in advertising revenue for FY24, reflecting a 9 per cent increase compared to the previous year

OpenAI takes on Google: ChatGPT now searches the web for answers

This ability to fetch and summarise the latest information aims to provide users with richer, more accurate responses than ever before

Russia fines Google an incredible $2.5 decillion for YouTube's media ban

A total of 17 Russian television channels, including state-affiliated outlets, have filed legal suits against Google after it began blocking channels in 2020

Alphabet Inc beats sales estimates in Q3 results on Google Cloud growth

As its main search business matures, Google is betting on growth from its cloud division, which supplies computing power, software and services to other companies

Google's ad changes may impact millions of small businesses nationwide

Google is changing the way its Google Local Services ads work, which could affect millions of small businesses. Google Local Services ads run locally and are a big way that small businesses market their goods and services. Ads appear on the top of Google search results. Starting November 21, only businesses with a verified Google Business Profile will be able to run the ads. The change affects businesses in Europe, the Middle East and Africa and select businesses in the US. and Canada, Google said in an online post. The company didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. The change is an effort to crack down on fraud. But legitimate small businesses could be hurt if they're unaware of the change. If a small business' Google Business Profile's name and address doesn't match the information with the ad, advertising will be paused. Getting verified on Google isn't difficult, but it does take some time. Business owners must add or claim their business address on Google. Then

Google changes functioning of local services ads; could affect millions

Google is changing the way its Google Local Services ads work, which could affect millions of small businesses. Google Local Services ads run locally and are a big way that small businesses market their goods and services. Ads appear on the top of Google search results. Starting Nov. 21, only businesses with a verified Google Business Profile will be able to run the ads. The change affects businesses in Europe, the Middle East and Africa and select businesses in the U.S. and Canada, Google said in an online post. The company didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. The change is an effort to crack down on fraud. But legitimate small businesses could be hurt if they're unaware of the change. If a small business' Google Business Profile's name and address doesn't match the information with the ad, advertising will be paused. Getting verified on Google isn't difficult, but it does take some time. Business owners must add or claim their business address on Google. Then own

Google adds AI-powered 'Help me write' shortcut to Gmail on web: Details

The Help me write feature is Google's artificial intelligence-powered tool that allows users to formalise, elaborate, and shorten their emails

After photos, Google targets video enhancements with on-device AI: Report

Reportedly, the Google Tensor G5 will support "Video Generative ML" features for AI-powered video editing. The chip is expected to debut next year in the Pixel 10 series

Google readying Gemini 2.0 and AI agent for automating web tasks: Report

Other companies, including OpenAI, Meta, and Anthropic, are also working on new AI models for potential late-year releases

Soon, Google Photos app to show notes on images edited using AI: Know more

Google already includes AI information metadata on images edited through its generative AI tools such as Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, and Zoom Enhance