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Facebook At Work: Social Media Site Wants To Create A Chat And Social Sharing System, Report Says
It's unclear if the project will focus on internal collaboration or be a competitor to LinkedIn.
Google’s Android TV Will Enable Mobile Gameplay On TV, Confirmed Before I/O 2014
Google unveils Android TV at its annual developers conference.
'Occupy Google' Protesters Arrested Outside Google Offices While Demonstrating Against Net Neutrality Changes
While acknowledging that Google is also opposed to the changes, "Occupy Google" called on it to raise awareness about the complex issue.
Where To Watch Google I/O 2014: Live Stream Of Tech Giant’s Big Annual Event
Google will host a live stream of its largest annual event, including the keynote address and sessions throughout both days.
Google TV Set-Top Box Will Compete With Apple And Amazon Offerings
Google is planning to reveal at least one small set-top box that resembles products including Amazon's Fire TV, Roku and Apple's Apple TV.
Google I/O 2014: The Top 11 Things To Look For At Google’s Biggest Annual Event
Google has a lot of projects in the pipeline leading up to I/O 2014 - here are 11 things to look out for at the conference.
Google Nest Announcement Leaves Privacy Questions Unanswered While Promising Smart Home Functionality
A new developer program for Google's Nest has privacy advocates worried about how all that home data might be used.
Nexus 6 Phone Release Date Rumored For Fall, Contrary To Earlier Reports
LG is rumored to be developing a Nexus 6 for Google, despite earlier reports about Android Silver replacing the Nexus program.
Android Floating Notifications Hidden Code Discovered By CyanogenMod
The custom ROM team CyanogenMod has discovered a code for a new notifications feature.
This Village In Japan Replaces Deceased Residents With Creepy, Life-Sized Dolls
The small village of Nagoro has only 37 living inhabitants, but 350 life-sized dolls. 64-year-old artist Ayano Tsukimi created each doll to represent residents who moved away or died.
Samsung To Unveil Smartwatch At Google I/O, Report Says
Samsung is reportedly planning to unveil its Android Wear smartwatch this week at Google's annual developers conference.
Google Code Indicates 64-Bit Processing And New ‘Android L’ Naming Sequence
Clues within Google's AOSP code could indicate changes to future Android operating systems.
Google Glass By Diane von Furstenberg Now On Sale In U.S.
Google Glass designed by DVF went on sale Monday, but that fashion cachet will cost you extra.
Nest’s Acquisition Of Dropcam Shows Google's Attempt To Dominate ‘Smart Home’ Segment
The acquisition is considered as Google’s latest attempt at gaining an edge over competitors in the fast-growing “smart home” segment.
Apple iWatch Will Compete With Google And Samsung Smartwatches In An Already Tough Market
"There are lots of gadgets in this space right now, but there's nothing great out there," Apple's Tim Cook said in 2013.
Google's Nest Buys Home Security Camera Co. Dropcam for $555 Million: Report
Dropcam's price was $555 million. Privately, the company had raised $47.8 million, with the bulk of it from a $30 million round last July that was led by Institutional Venture Partners.
MP3 Skull, Filestube Among RIAA's Favorite Targets In 50 Millionth Google Request
The RIAA has surpassed 50 million DMCA requests, with MP3 Skull, Filestube, Bee MP3, and other file-sharing sites the most frequently targeted by the music industry.
Google Music Search Results Can Now Launch Mobile Apps
Google search results can now launch your selected music app when you search for your favorite band or musician.
Apple, Google Hiring Settlement A Concern For Judge
A U.S. judge on Thursday said she had concerns about approving a $324.5 million settlement involving Apple, Google and two other tech companies in a lawsuit accusing them of conspiring to avoid poaching each other's workers.
How Much Does TMZ Pay For Videos? Scoops And Scandals Fetch Big Bucks, But Ethical Questions Loom
The trashy gossip site is known for breaking scandals, but part of its secret sauce is checkbook clickbait.
The Biggest Tech Companies In Silicon Valley Have Enormous Race, Gender Gap
Google, Yahoo! and LinkedIn revealed employee numbers by race and gender, and the results show huge gaps.
LG G Watch Release Date Approaches, Price And Images Leak Online
A look at the start-up screen for the wearable that leaked online offers details about Google's plan for Android Wear.
Women In Tech Meet With Google Over The Gender Gap In Silicon Valley
Google asked female attendees of an Android developer conference how they could narrow the tech gender gap.
Google Set To Remove Search Results In Response To EU 'Right To Be Forgotten' Ruling
EU citizens have come one step closer to being "forgotten" by the Internet.
Android Silver Remains A Mystery But LG Has No Nexus Devices Planned
An LG executive has confirmed that the manufacturer won't be making Nexus devices in the near future.
Slingshot Vs. Snapchat: 5 Differences Between The Self-Destructing Messaging Apps
Facebook's Slingshot was instantly likened to Snapchat on its release, but the new app has a few key differences.
Google Chromecast Brings YouTube Live Stream To Your TV
Google soft-launched the Chromecast stick for TV "a little while ago."
Legislators Looking To Limit GPS App Developers In Hopes Of Making Roads Safer
In an effort to reduce distracted driving, legislators are pushing developers to make safer apps.
Google's New Satellites Can Spy On Apple’s Supply Chains, Skybox CEO Says
Google says it will use Skybox's satellites for Maps, but the company's CEO paints a more intriguing picture of corporate espionage.
Nest Labs Brings Its Nest Protect Smoke Detector Back, Device Now Costs $99
The device still lacks the Wave feature, which would allow users to stop alarms by waving under the sensor.