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Google Maps Adds Traffic Alerts; Android Wear Also Updated; Pebble CEO Calls For Open Platforms
Maps adds traffic alerts and route suggestions, while Wear eases access to the Google feature.
Nexus 2015 Rumors: Google More Likely To Pick Chinese Brands Over LG For Next-Gen Flagship
The Nexus 2015 remains an open contest between LG and Chinese vendors like Lenovo, Huawei and Xiaomi.
Uber Seeking $1 Billion Credit Line From Banks: Report
Securing a line of credit is considered a step toward an IPO, but Uber is unlikely to do so until next year, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Update Guide For Nexus 4, Nexus 5 And Nexus 9, With Direct Download Links
Direct download links are provided here.
Would You Put A Teddy Bear In Charge Of Your House? Google Thinks It's A Good Idea
Google envisions users controlling their homes by giving orders to a smart doll that can control other gadgets.
Samsung’s ‘Project Zero 2’: Will The New Edge Smartphone Be The First Note Series Device Without An S-Pen?
The new Edge smartphone could feature the biggest change in the history of Samsung's note series.
Will Google Let This Android Ad-Blocking App Into Its Walled Garden?
The most popular ad-blocking plug-in for Chrome and Firefox released a beta version of its new app, a standalone browser with ad blocking built-in.
Huawei Nexus vs. LG Nexus: 6 Ways Google Flagship From China Will Beat Its South Korean Rival
A 5.7-inch Nexus built in China has the chops to outpace its smaller sibling from South Korea's LG.
What Is Mercury Retrograde? For Astrologers, A Time Of Miscommunication, Technology Breakdown But Also Self-Reflection
Astrologers believe we're in a planetary alignment for miscommunication or self-reflection.
Google Brings Back Tweets To Its Mobile Search Results After 4 Year Hiatus
Google said tweets will also appear in desktop search results soon.
India’s Micromax Taps Startup FirsTouch For Android In 10 Regional Languages
The subcontinent's next big wave of smartphone users will include those who don't know English.
Google Can Show 'Innocence Of Muslims' On YouTube: Court
The 2012 controversial movie had sparked protests and criticism across Muslim countries for its portrayal of the Prophet Mohammed.
Microsoft To Take Control Of Software Updates For Windows 10 For Mobiles In Apple Style, Bypassing Carriers
The software giant is apparently emulating Apple’s way of issuing updates and fixes.
As Google Readies 'Buy Button,' Search Giant Runs Risk Of Alienating Top Advertisers
Google is reportedly readying a button that would make it possible for mobile users to shop directly from the search giant.
Nexus 2015 Release Date Rumors: 4 Things To Make Google Flagship A Compelling Upgrade
Four elements could make the Google flagship simply irresistible.
Google Launches Two $200 Chromebooks On Amazon, Snapdeal In India
Google has released two new Chromebooks in India, with the sellers listing the laptops online to target India's urban middle class.
Watchdog Advocates Privacy Software To Hide From Facebook's All-Seeing Eye
The best way to avoid the social network's data collection is to vigilantly delete your Internet cookies.
Arrr! Pirates Won't Get A Free Upgrade To Windows 10
Microsoft's newest operating system will be a free upgrade for most, but people running a pirated version will have to pay to go legit.
Google Hopes ‘Super App’ Google Now Can Salvage Its Mobile Future (Too Little, Too Late?)
Google has been quietly and carefully building out its predictive search app since 2012. Now it's ready for prime time.
Google's New Self-Driving Smart Cars Won't Break 25 MPH On Public Roads
After a week Google spent defending its self-driving car program, its built-from-scratch, robotic, smart car is about to hit the streets.
Google Nexus 2015 Smartphone Release Date Slated For Q4 2015; LG Speculated To Build It
LG is speculated to be building the Nexus 2015 smartphone. It is expected to be released in the last quarter of 2015.
Google Nexus 2015 With LG Release Date: 4 Things To Expect
Unconfirmed reports indicate Huawei will assemble a Nexus phablet with a 5.7-inch screen profile.
One Year After 'Right To Be Forgotten,' Google Under Pressure To End 'Secretive' Removal Process
The search giant said it welcomes external criticism of how it handles cases filed under the rule.
Apple Patents Tech That Makes It Easier For Friends To Meet Up
A new invention from Cupertino can also narrow down points of interest to a certain distance and provide other location information.
Stephen Hawking Meets David Beckham, Victoria Beckham, Indulges In Playful Banter
In a meeting of two British household names, the professor and footballer exchanged jokes and expressed their mutual admiration.
Facebook Announces $15 Minimum, More Benefits For Contract Workers
The new standard is already in effect in Menlo Park.
Forget Google Nexus 2015: Upcoming Motorola Flagships Laced With Power Specs And Near-Vanilla Android
Google Nexus fans will have to wait until late this year for the release date of the 2015 native Android flagship.
Google’s Nexus 2015 Release Date Involves Two Handset Versions, Android M Rollout
Android fans can expect the rollout of two handsets later this year.
Android 5.1 Lollipop Update Arrival For Galaxy S6 And Galaxy S6 Edge Confirmed: Find Out When Will It Arrive
Google Nexus 4, 5 and 6 also will soon be upgraded to Android 5.1.1 firmware, online sources report.
Google Releases News & Weather App For The Apple Watch
Oddly, however, the search giant's News & Weather app won't tell you the temperature.